Gut Feelings Psychosomatic Medicine

Gut Feelings Psychosomatic Medicine Gut Feelings is a patient-centered interventional psychiatry and psychosomatic/gut health clinic based in Oakland, CA.

We offer TMS, Spravato, IV ketamine and other IV infusions. Gut Feelings Psychosomatic Medicine is a premier interventional psychiatry clinic in Oakland, California, offering cutting-edge treatments for depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and chronic stress-related conditions. Led by Dr. Michael Hoaglin, our practice combines advanced medical therapies with a holistic, patient-centered approach. We sp

ecialize in innovative modalities such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), Spravato (esketamine), IV ketamine infusions, and stellate ganglion block (SGB), as well as integrative psychiatric care and psychopharmacology. Our serene, spa-like environment is designed to support deep healing of both mind and body. Whether you're navigating complex trauma or seeking alternatives to traditional medications, we're here to help you reconnect with your inner resilience and restore balance.

06/12/2026

Men use mental health services at roughly half the rate of women, and that gap holds even when mental illness has already been diagnosed.

The reasons are multiple: access barriers, diagnostic tools that undercount male presentations, and a documented pattern of men interpreting help-seeking as a threat to identity rather than a practical health decision.

Trauma doesn't just affect how you feel. It changes how your brain is organized.The amygdala (your brain's alarm system)...
06/11/2026

Trauma doesn't just affect how you feel. It changes how your brain is organized.

The amygdala (your brain's alarm system) becomes hyper-reactive. It fires threat signals at stimuli that aren't dangerous: a sound, a smell, a crowded room. The volume k**b gets stuck.

The hippocampus — which gives memories their context (when they happened, that they're in the past) — actually shrinks in people with chronic PTSD. Without that context, traumatic memories can feel present-tense. That's what a flashback is: not imagination, but a memory without a timestamp.

The prefrontal cortex (the part of your brain that says "we're safe, stand down") becomes under-active. It loses the ability to regulate the amygdala's alarm.

The result: a nervous system that can't de-escalate itself.

This is why talk therapy alone doesn't work for everyone. You can't think your way out of a neurological pattern. Treatment has to work at the level the disruption is happening.

06/09/2026

After trying multiple antidepressants and still feeling emotionally flat, Mariah began exploring other options for her depression. That’s when she discovered NeuroStar TMS. 💜

“At the end of treatment, I finally started noticing a difference. I have energy again, more than I ever had on antidepressants and without side effects.”

Today, Mariah is reconnecting with the things she loves most, including art, movement, and building healthier routines one step at a time.

Her story is a reminder that every mental health journey looks different, and finding the right path can take time.

Ready to chat about NeuroStar TMS therapy? We’re here to help you on your journey. Schedule a consultation today.

The stellate ganglion is a cluster of nerves in your neck that's part of the sympathetic nervous system (the system that...
06/05/2026

The stellate ganglion is a cluster of nerves in your neck that's part of the sympathetic nervous system (the system that controls fight-or-flight).

In people with PTSD, that system is chronically over-activated. The brain stays in a threat state long after the threat is gone.

A Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) is an ultrasound-guided injection of local anesthetic into that nerve cluster. The goal: interrupt the over-activation and allow the nervous system to reset.

We offer SGB here in the East Bay. Link in bio if you want to learn more or ask whether it's right for you.

June is .Most people can't recognize PTSD when they see it, including the person who has it.It's not always flashbacks....
06/03/2026

June is .

Most people can't recognize PTSD when they see it, including the person who has it.
It's not always flashbacks. It's scanning every room you enter. It's weeks of feeling nothing. It's sleeping 3 hours a night for months and chalking it up to stress.

The DSM-5 definition of traumatic exposure is broader than most people realize — car accidents, medical emergencies, assault, childhood trauma, sudden loss.

Veterans account for roughly 20% of U.S. PTSD cases. The other 80% are civilians, most of whom never considered that what they experienced qualified.

The average time between trauma and a PTSD diagnosis is over a decade. Not because the symptoms weren't there, but because most people don't know what they're looking at.

12 million Americans are living with PTSD right now. Swipe to see what it actually looks like.

06/01/2026

According to Mental Health America, nearly 20% of American men experienced a mental health condition in the last year*, yet many still struggle to seek support.

Mental health conversations matter. So does access to effective, evidence-based care.

NeuroStar TMS therapy is an FDA-cleared, non-drug treatment option for adults with depression who haven’t found relief from traditional antidepressant medication.

Schedule a consultation to learn more about NeuroStar TMS therapy.




*Source: https://mhanational.org/harrys/

Burnout, depression, and anxiety share a lot of the same surface symptoms — which makes them easy to confuse and easy to...
05/27/2026

Burnout, depression, and anxiety share a lot of the same surface symptoms — which makes them easy to confuse and easy to mismanage.

The distinctions matter because the interventions are different. Rest helps burnout but doesn't treat depression. Coping skills help anxiety but don't address the underlying biology driving it.

Swipe for a breakdown of each and what sets them apart.

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💬 Share it with someone who's been feeling off and can't quite name it.

05/25/2026

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, it’s important to recognize that depression continues to affect millions of people each year**, and many are still searching for the right support.

At NeuroStar, we’ve seen the impact of expanding access to care:
✨ Over 8.2 million treatments delivered*
✨ Over 223,000 patients supported*
✨ Growing access through clinics nationwide

Behind every number is a person taking a step forward toward feeling more like themselves again.

If you or someone you know is exploring options, support is available. Schedule a consultation to learn more about NeuroStar!

*Data on file. Neuronetics, 2026.
**https://www.nami.org/mental-health-by-the-numbers/



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