Dr Hyla Cass, MD is a distinguished psychiatrist, author, and an internationally-recognised expert in the fields of integrative medicine and psychiatry. She is board-certified in psychiatry, neurology, and holistic medicine and specialises in supporting mental health and sleep wellness through nutritional therapies, botanical medicine, and lifestyle modifications.
She is a Diplomate of both the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. A graduate of the University of Toronto School of Medicine, Dr Cass completed her psychiatric residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center/UCLA, where she later served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine for two decades.
Dr Cass is a pioneer in a non-drug psychiatry, helping people regain their brain by restoring missing nutrients with natural supplements instead. Drugs reduce symptoms, but her method restores balance for a more effective result. It works to support our own brain chemistry.
She is a noted authority on the use of natural supplements and hormones to enhance mental and physical well-being. Her work focuses on helping individuals overcome conditions such as addiction, anxiety, and depression by addressing the root causes of their symptoms through an integrated, personalised approach.
She is a prolific author of several popular books, including Natural Highs, Supplement Your Prescription, and The Addicted Brain and How to Break Free.
In her clinical practice and public speaking, Dr Cass frequently discusses the benefits of various natural substances, including CBD, for mood, sleep, and overall mental health. She is a frequent guest and commentator on national media outlets, including The Dr. Oz Show and The View, where she shares her expertise with both professional and lay audiences.
