Meet Everest Goldstein

We recently connected with Everest Goldstein and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Everest, thank you for joining us today and sharing your experiences and acquired wisdom with us. Burnout is a huge topic these days and so we’d love to kick things off by discussing your thoughts on overcoming or avoiding burnout

As a functional psychiatry provider, I avoid burnout by doing my best to practice what I preach. I am intentional in taking time to follow what I encourage my patients to do to create balance and protect my energy. Some things I prioritize is making sure to prioritize sleep, movement, and nutrition so I can show up fully present for the people I work with. Boundaries are also key for me: I set aside time away from screens and clinical work to recharge, and I have been actively practicing saying no when my plate is too full. I make space for things that bring me joy and connection outside of work, which helps me stay grounded. Just as I encourage my patients to listen to their bodies, I try my best to check in with myself often so I can recognize early signs of stress and adjust before I reach the point of burnout.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

I’m a functional psychiatric provider and the founder of two practices, Everest Functional Psychiatry and Wellness and Evergreen Functional Collective. My work is rooted in helping people who have often felt failed by the traditional system—individuals struggling with chronic illness, complex mental health concerns, or those who’ve been searching for answers without finding relief. What excites me most is being able to offer a root-cause approach: looking at everything from nutrition and gut health to trauma, lifestyle, and genetics, so we can create care that truly addresses the whole person.

What feels especially meaningful to me is building a team and a model of care that creates space for deep, personalized healing. Through my practices, I work to create a collaborative platform for other functional providers to grow and practice sustainably, which is something I wish had existed when I started. Right now, I’m focused on expanding access to functional psychiatry and medicine, creating resources for patients navigating chronic illness, and developing a more supportive ecosystem for clinicians in this field. At its heart, my brand is about giving people hope, answers, and a path forward when they’ve been told there aren’t any.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

Looking back, the three qualities that have been most impactful in my journey are connection, curiosity, determination.

The ability to connect with patients, colleagues, and my team has been the foundation for everything; building trust and relationships is what makes the work meaningful and effective.

Curiosity has kept me constantly learning—whether diving into new research, exploring innovative treatment approaches, or finding creative ways to grow a sustainable business.

Determination has allowed me to pursue my goals and dreams and keep moving forward despite challenges that have arisen.

For those early in their journey, my advice is to nurture these qualities intentionally and also to take time before moving forward to think about your own values, goals, and dreams.

What do you do when you feel overwhelmed? Any advice or strategies?

When I feel overwhelmed, I pause to focus on regulating my nervous system and creating space to reset. One of the biggest things for me is starting my mornings with meditation before I look at my phone. That quiet time grounds me before the day begins. I also use breath work throughout the day to calm my mind and shift my body out of stress mode. Morning sunlight and getting outside for a walk are non-negotiables—they boost my mood, energy, and focus while reminding me to slow down. And I lean on time with friends and family, because connection is one of the most restorative things we have.

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