Michelle Pratt, an Army veteran who served in the 1990s, is opening up about her mental health struggles and the transformative treatment she received at a Meridian clinic.

During her deployment in Bosnia, Pratt encountered traumatic events that left lasting impressions.

"We had a lot of scary things going on... truck wreck accidents and things... weird things that people don't normally get to see," she recalled.

These experiences led to years of exhaustion, brain fog, and difficulty focusing.

"Life gets in the way at times... things can become more challenging and more of a struggle, and you kind of find yourself on this hamster wheel," Pratt shared.

Seeking relief, Pratt turned to the Brain Restore Program at Align Integrated Medical in Meridian.

The clinic offers a comprehensive approach to brain and body wellness, including neurofeedback, functional medicine, chiropractic care, and laser therapy.

Since beginning the program, Pratt has noticed significant improvements.

"Now it's like all of a sudden I'm awake at like 7, 8, 9 o'clock in the morning and I'm ready to go... instead of feeling so tired and groggy all the time," she explained.

Todd Harris, a former police officer, also shared his positive experience with the clinic's treatment.

"That stuff takes a toll on you inside, that you really don't realize," Harris said, referring to the lingering effects of trauma.

He emphasized the disconnect between feeling safe mentally and the body's physical response.

"You can tell your mind all day long you're safe... but your body doesn't feel it," Harris added.

After just a few treatments, Harris experienced notable improvements.

"Being able to remember things, that's been the biggest help for me, is I feel like I can actually access that part of my life," he said.

Pratt hopes that by sharing her story, other veterans will feel encouraged to seek help.

"I hope that other veterans can see this and feel like there's some hope," she said.

The Boise VA has confirmed that Align Integrated Medical is now a Community Care Network provider, allowing VA-enrolled veterans to receive care there if interested.

For more information, visit the clinic at 750 W Ustick Rd Suite 100, Meridian, ID 83646, or call (208) 639-1397.