8 Weekly Meetings
Tuesdays, September 8 – October 27, 2026 · ~2 hours each. Kettle Falls Seventh-Day Adventist Church Fellowship Hall, 210 W 11th Ave, Kettle Falls, WA 99141.
The Founder
Dr. Neil Nedley
Dr. Neil Nedley is a board-certified internal medicine physician and president of Nedley Health. For over 25 years, he has researched the connection between lifestyle factors and mental health, developing a program that addresses the root causes of depression and anxiety rather than simply managing symptoms.
His approach is grounded in peer-reviewed science: the foods we eat, how we move, how we sleep, and the quality of our relationships all have measurable effects on brain chemistry and emotional resilience. The program he created translates this research into practical, accessible tools for everyday people.
"Depression is not a character flaw. It is a treatable condition with identifiable causes — and lifestyle medicine is one of the most powerful treatments we have."Dr. Neil Nedley, MD — Nedley Health
8-Week Curriculum
What you'll cover, week by week
Each session builds on the last. By week 8, you'll have a complete, personalized toolkit for lasting mental wellness.
Week 1
Introduction to Mental Health
Understand the scope of depression and anxiety, how they affect the brain, and why lifestyle medicine offers a powerful path to recovery.
Week 2
The Frontal Lobe Connection
Explore how the prefrontal cortex governs mood, decision-making, and emotional regulation — and how to strengthen it through daily habits.
Week 3
Nutrition & Brain Chemistry
Discover the direct link between what you eat and how you feel. Learn which foods support serotonin, dopamine, and overall mental wellness.
Week 4
Exercise as Medicine
The research is clear: regular physical activity is one of the most effective antidepressants available. Learn how to make it sustainable.
Week 5
Sleep & Restoration
Poor sleep amplifies depression and anxiety. This session covers sleep hygiene, circadian rhythms, and practical strategies for deep rest.
Week 6
Stress & Coping Strategies
Identify your stress triggers and build a personalized toolkit of evidence-based coping strategies — from breathing techniques to cognitive reframing.
Week 7
Social Connection & Purpose
Isolation deepens depression. This session explores the healing power of community, meaningful relationships, and a sense of purpose.
Week 8
Your Recovery Plan
Bring it all together. Build a personalized, sustainable recovery plan you can carry forward — with the support of your cohort and facilitators.
What's Included
Everything you need to recover
Three Included Books
Your $50 fee covers three Nedley Health publications: Depression: The Way Out, the Gratitude & Reflection Journal, and Telling Yourself the Truth — yours to keep for life.
Lifestyle Evaluation
Personalized assessments help you identify which lifestyle factors are most affecting your mental health and where to focus first.
Group Support
Healing happens in community. Your cohort becomes a source of encouragement, accountability, and lasting friendship.
Certified Facilitators
Sessions are led by certified NDARP facilitators, overseen by associate directors and local family medicine physicians Drs. Aaron and Sally Sartin, MD.
$50 Registration
A $50 registration fee covers your workbook and materials — a discount from the $200 retail value. No one is turned away for financial reasons.
Next Session Starting Soon
Ready to take the first step?
Registration is open for our upcoming 8-week program beginning September 8, 2026 at the Kettle Falls Seventh-Day Adventist Church Fellowship Hall. Spots are limited — secure your place today.