Dr. Adrian Lopresti
Dr. Adrian Lopresti, the founder of PI Therapy, is a registered clinical psychologist and senior researcher at Murdoch University, Western Australia. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and has over 20 years of clinical experience helping children and adults, suffering from a range of mental health conditions.
Dr. Lopresti has experience in a range of psychological therapies and has received extensive training in nutritional and lifestyle treatments for mental health disorders. Dr. Lopresti completed his PhD and has published several articles in peer-reviewed journals on the effects of diet, nutraceuticals, sleep, and exercise on biological pathways associated with depression, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. He has also completed clinical trials examining the therapeutic effects of curcumin, saffron, and ashwagandha in adults and children with depression, low mood, fatigue, and ADHD.
Dr. Lopresti regularly conducts training workshops to mental health professionals both nationally and internationally.
Featured Webinars:
Curcumin and Other Natural Treatments for Depression
Some of the most interesting research in natural medicine is occurring in the area of mental health. Dr. Adrian Lopresti of Murdoch University in Western Australia is the lead author of a recently published study examining the antidepressant effects of a specialized curcumin extract (BCM-95) in the treatment of major depression. Dr. Lopresti will be discussing the results of his new study, as well as sharing information on other effective natural treatments for depression, in this special event.
Integrative Treatment for Depression and Anxiety
Depression and anxiety cause tremendous pain and suffering, and conventional prescription drugs come laden with significant side effects. Dr. Lopresti will discuss how integrative approaches that focus on nutritional and herbal supplementation, lifestyle changes, social connections, spirituality, and biological factors can greatly improve depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders.
The Missing Link—Inflammation and Mental Health
Research over the past decade has highlighted the importance of inflammation in depression and other mental health disorders. In this webinar, Dr. Adrian Lopresti will cover the current research on the relationship between inflammation and mental health, how inflammation affects mood and general brain function, and where the epidemic of excess inflammation may be coming from. Dr. Lopresti is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice and senior researcher at Murdoch University, Western Australia.
