Feel better the natural way!
VIVE TU VIDA DE UN MODO NATURAL
USA-214-566-0149 ARGENTINA +54 9 2944 91-9909
Feel better the natural way!
VIVE TU VIDA DE UN MODO NATURAL
USA-214-566-0149 ARGENTINA +54 9 2944 91-9909
Tres días de Entrenamiento de Acupuntura Auricular del sistema NADA para profesionales de salúd. Abierta la inscripción Para información detallada : email a Dr. Méndez : Dr.Méndez@iih-smsolutions.org
Our History - Nuestra Historia
Science-Based and Wilderness
Since 1985 iih-smsolutions has been dedicated to providing high-quality medical care to our patients. We are a dynamic and rapidly growing company specializing in behavioral health utilizing a combination of science-based and wilderness, in an outstanding location, Patagonia - Argentina. Our innovative solutions and commitment to excellence have positioned us as a leader in the market.
A partir de Julio 2024 se abre nuestro consultorio externo en Nueva Imagen
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San Martin de los Andes
SMSOLUTIONS and CASA FLORA partnered to offer the best experience for healing, restoration, and rebirth achieving the balance needed. We have two sites in SAN MARTIN DE LOS ANDES- Patagonia, one in the mountains and one on the Lacar lake.
We offer Emotional and Recovery Healing retreats each year:
Winter season, July 2024 is open for 7 weeks retreat ...email us for dates!!!
· From October 18th, 2024 to December 6th (7-week program)
The end of winter - Celebrating Thanksgiving and the beginning of spring when all sports are ready for you.
From January 17th to March 7th, 2025
Summer in South America, not too hot not too cold perfect weather to enjoy the environment
and the entire experience of healing.
Our Services at Tierras del Sol
CASA FLORA program offers 7 weeks of science-based and wilderness program based on individual needs with a wide range of services, both from Eastern and Western modalities of care. These are designed to meet the diverse health needs of each of our patients in an individualized approach, from Integrated Medical Care to Educational Sessions. Individual, Family, and Group therapy, Qi Gong. Massage therapists, Acupuncturists, and Chiropractors are offering their services as needed. Nutritional Coaching, Life and Recovery Coaching, Yoga, Breathing exercises, and spiritual groups are offered too.
We accept males and females 18 years and older without discrimination of person's race, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability.
San Martin de los Andes
San Martín de los Andes is a town in northwest Patagonia, Argentina. It’s known as a gateway to the forested Lanín National Park, home to the Lanín Volcano and diverse wildlife including guanacos and pumas. The town lies on the banks of Lake Lácar, one of the park’s many glacial lakes, and has a boat pier and a sandy beach.
The city of San Martín de los Andes is located in the south of the Province of Neuquén, about 267 miles (430 kilometers) from the capital of the province, and 978 Miles (1575 km) from the city of Buenos Aires.
Situated in an ample valley on the coast of Lake Lácar at 2100 ft (640 Meters) above sea level.
San Martin de Los Andes has four well-delineated seasons.
The First Settlers Museum displays exhibits on indigenous tribes and European pioneers.
Modalidades de soporte terapeutico
Desde 1985 SMSOLUTIONS.org se ha dedicado a ofrecer alta calidad de tratamientos a travez de consultorio externo en USA. Desde Mayo 2024 en San Martin de los Andes ofrecemos tratamiento por
CONSULTORIO EXTERNO
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Equipo Internacional Bilingue Multidisciplinario
Formado por expertos de Argentina y USA, el grupo de profesionales ofrece un enfoque único al tratamiento de Patología Dual.
Manejo de Medicación psiquiátrica,
Terapia Individual, Familiar y Grupal,
Acupuntura, Qi Gong, MTC Cromoterapia,
Meditación, Reiki, DigitoPuntura,
Massage Terapéutico, Coaching
Neuropsicología, Neurologia,
Camara Hyperbárica
Nutrición Integrativa,
Medicina Integral y Funcional
El tratamiento esta basado en los Protocolos de NIDA (National Institute of Drug Abuse) e investigación clínica ademas de protocolos de experiencias vivenciales, manejados por expertos en salud mental.
Susana E. Méndez, M.D.,- Psychiatrist
OMD, MBA, L.Ac, ABMPP, LCDC, MAC,
CAS ( Emeritus)
CEO - IIH-SMSolutions.
Dr. Susana Méndez completed her M.D., residence, and fellowship in Psychiatry in Buenos Aires - Argentina in 1982. -1985. Completed training in NYC at NYU, Parsons School, and the Ackerman Institute, she was supervised by Lionel Urcuyo, MD of the Karen Horney Institute of NYC. Obtained her Master’s in Oriental Medicine and License in Texas in 2005, and in 2008 obtained her MD license in Spain and became an Assistant Professor at UTSWMS Department of Psychiatry working on research and participating in the Texas NODE of NIDA. Her Post Doctorate Training in Neurology and Psychiatry was completed in 2011, and her Doctor of Oriental Medicine (OMD) in 2012, she became licensed as an acupuncture physician in the state of Florida the same year, followed by an International MBA in 2015. She is an International speaker, who has been training M.D's in Europe ( France, Spain, Italy, and Turkey ) as well as in South American countries: Peru, Mexico, Brazil, and Uruguay in the utilization of Acupuncture for Dual disorders, she utilizes Western and Eastern therapeutic modalities of care including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART); Chromotherapy; Hypnosis, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy; Body, Ear, and Scalp Acupuncture; as well as Herbology. She was trained in Freudian and Lacanian Psychoanalysis, M.E.R.T as well as in Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber for the treatment of TBI among other disorders.
Presently she focuses on Integrative Care.
Her book: Threads of Struggle:
Navigating Family Dynamics and Mental Health
will be available by September 2024.
Marco T. Ricaurte, M.D., Psychiatrist.
Medical Director.
Dr. Marco T. Ricaurte was born in Mar del Plata, the southeast coast of Buenos Aires, completed his clinical training with Professor Jose Burucua, M.D., Obtained his M.D. from the University of Buenos Aires - Medical School in 1982 followed by residence in Psychiatry in Buenos Aires, graduating from the Argentine School of Psychotherapy for Graduates in 1987, and from the Argentinian Psychoanalytic Association in 1992. As a bilingual professional, he established and maintained a successful private practice specializing in integrative psychiatric care working with clients from different areas of the world. He Implements innovative therapeutic approaches combining Western and Eastern care guiding individual sessions and family groups, fostering emotional openness, and enhancing recovery. While supervising, he led dream interpretation training retreats to promote self-awareness and psychological growth. With a focus on holistic care taught individuals deep breathing techniques among others tools for stress reduction and emotional regulation. Dr. Ricaurte became the Medical Director for IIH-SM Solutions in 2022. He will oversee the training and development of staff as well as direct care with patients,
Viviana A.M Rocchi, M.D., Neurologist.
Clinical Supervisor - Medication Management.
Viviana A M. Rocchi, M.D., is a Trilingual ( English, Italian, Spanish) professional. She was born in Allen, Rio Negro, and educated in Buenos Aires - Argentina, at the University of Buenos Aires, Medical School, graduating in 1982. Her clinical trainer was under the direction of Dr. Jose Burucua, she completed her residency at the Hospital “J. A. Fernandez” specializing in Neurology, with a sub-specialization in headaches. Dr. Rocchi received supervision under Professor - Doctor Ernesto Herskovits, Chief of the Neurology Department in the same hospital from 1982 to 1988. In 1985 she became a co-investigator in different research studies in Buenos Aires. In 2007 became licensed as an MD in Spain and in 2009 she was trained in Auricular Acupuncture for the treatment of dual disorders. She became a co - investigator in the Fondazione” Istituto Neurologico Nazionale Casimiro Mondino” IRCCS- Dipartimento Di Scienze Neurilogiche- Università degli Studi di Pavia- Italy” in 2010.
Renee Segler, MS, LPC, LCDC
Therapist, EMDR Specialist
Renee is an experienced therapist working with diverse clients utilizing modalities of care such as CBT, EMDR, A.R.T., Motivational interviewing, and ART Therapy.
She works with males and females, providing educational sessions and individual, group, and family Therapy.
Renee's main interest is to work with complex trauma clients and empower them to re-establish a balanced life. She has been working with dual disorders clients for the last 12 years.
Everest Goldstein, R.N.
Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Everest is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner also certified in functional medicine, she obtained her B.A. in Psychology and her Master of Education.
Earned her Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner degree, and completed her functional medicine certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine.
Everest offers a refreshing alternative to the one-size-fits-all model that is too common in psychiatry, she is constantly at the forefront of new advancements in the field and goes out of her way to put our patients first.
She has experience working in a variety of psychiatric settings, including inpatient psychiatry, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, outpatient psychiatry, private practice, integrative psychiatry, and consult liaison psychiatry. She
takes a holistic approach to healing and believes in the connection between the body and mind, working to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health,
Josh Masino, Ph.D
Neuropsychologist.
Dr. Joshua Masino is a specialist in brain functions. His expertise includes working with patients with impairments due to traumatic brain injury, substance abuse disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, stroke, metabolic disorder, demyelinating disorder, neurotoxic disorder, or dementing conditions. As a clinical neuropsychologist, he works with adolescents age16 and over, adults, and geriatric patients. His participation in SMSolutions focuses on objectively testing memory and other thinking abilities. In addition to his clinical responsibilities, the primary goal of Dr. Masino, at SMSolutions, and his ReNeu Brain Center is to help patients and their family members enjoy a more satisfying and productive life. Our purpose is to help people achieve greater productivity, cognitive abilities, confidence, more satisfying personal relationships, and improved peace of mind.
Dr. Joshua Masino’s credentials
PsyD - Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology specialization - Georgia School of Professional Psychology. Extensive neuropsychological training.
Pre-doctoral internship: Rehabilitation Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology at the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Mount Sinai Medical Center, NY
Post-doctoral fellowship in Rehabilitation Research and Clinical Neuropsychology - Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, NY
Integrative Nutrition, Recovery, and Life Coaches
Our couches work with male and female clients supporting the work they are doing in therapy, guiding them to adapt to new changes in life, they empower clients to adhere to protocols set by MDs and RNs.
They travel with the client as needed to Patagonia and work with them while in the retreat or welcome the client back to the US, supporting the work in IOP -SOP
Our coaches are extremely important in the process. of change. Many of them are Certified as a Recovery-Life coach and as an Integrative Nutrition Coach by
the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in NYC.
Business Development Team
Our business development team has established strong partnerships with healthcare providers in the USA, Patagonia, and with community organizations, increasing mutual collaboration and outreach efforts. These partnerships are enhancing access to care for potential clients in need of emotional, physical, and recovery services in general.
Daniela Rayneli
Our Chef - Integrative Nutrition Specialist
Equine Therapist
Daniela has two passions:
She prepares healthy organic food with vegetables from our garden based on suggestions by MDs and RNs, she follows the Blue Zone recommendations in preparing food according to the season and based on client needs.
Three meals a day and snacks
Organic Fruits from our land are served at breakfast and during the day as snacks. Each client may request special diets based on medical needs.
Fish is fresh from Lacar Lake ( season permitting) and
the poultry products are from Casa Flora.
Restore, Rebuild & Reconnect.
Tierra del Sol - San Martin de los Andes, Neuquen. -
- The main house and the lake house have single and double rooms.
- The ratio of client-therapist is 5 to 1, the surrounding environment invites clients and staff to carry on sessions outside, and group auricular acupuncture is offered daily “al fresco”.
- The view of Chapelco Chico, and cascade Sepulveda creates a place of relaxation. In both locations, we utilized science-based protocols, at the lake house we offer more outdoor activities, such as equine therapy, hiking, sailing, horseback riding, lectures about horticulture, and art therapy all led by licensed LPC, as well as male and female recovery and life coaches.
- Hyperbaric Chamber and Acupuncture are prescribed as needed by licensed MDs as well as massage sessions, reiki and medication management. MD follows up with each client once a week or as needed.
Our assessment is performed in the USA via office visits or tele-therapy. Once the client is cleared medically, by our RN's MDs in the USA, he or she can prepare to travel to South America, along with a family member.
If the client has medical needs before travel, arrangements to detox or other care are made.
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires MD will assess the overall performance of the client and will determine readiness for the wilderness portion of the program. The Science-Base portion of the curriculum offers individual sessions 3 times a week, educational sessions, as well as group therapy. EMDR, Chromotherapy, and Acupuncture are provided for clients who present complex trauma or demonstrate high-stress
the curriculum continues at the lake house,
where many outdoor activities are performed including, a visit to La Isllita, horticulture session, Equine therapy, and yoga, plus the opportunity to ski, hike, horseback ride, and even swim at lake Lacar if weather permits.
Quila Quina
Family work is done over a week, by active participation in sessions with and without the client. While clients stay at the main house, family members are in Quila Quina. They will receive support and guidance, and learn communication skills, which are the fundamental foundation for better interaction with the client, and a
Quila Quina
Family work is done over a week, by active participation in sessions with and without the client. While clients stay at the main house, family members are in Quila Quina. They will receive support and guidance, and learn communication skills, which are the fundamental foundation for better interaction with the client, and a real understanding of the causes of dysfunctional stress. Family members can also receive services with Acupuncture, Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, Massage, and Chiropractor adjustments.
Our Services after the 60 days
We offer outpatient services in Dallas, Texas, USA, or continuing care in Patagonia for 45 days of outpatient
The outpatient program is designed to meet the individual needs. The family is invited to continue with care attending sessions in outpatient in Patagonia or in the USA
Life and Recovery Coaching are supported and encouraged.
Sports
are part of our programs
Winter Sports:
Snowboarding, skiing, hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoe hiking, sledding with Siberian huskies, and lessons with over 200 renowned instructors.
Summer - Springs Sport:
Golfing, Fly fishing, Hunting, Hiking, Horseback riding, Canoeing, Camping trips. Tour of the Lanin Volcano and Huech
Sports
are part of our programs
Winter Sports:
Snowboarding, skiing, hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoe hiking, sledding with Siberian huskies, and lessons with over 200 renowned instructors.
Summer - Springs Sport:
Golfing, Fly fishing, Hunting, Hiking, Horseback riding, Canoeing, Camping trips. Tour of the Lanin Volcano and Huechulafquen Lake,
Navigation to Hua Hum, and Chachin Waterfall River Rafting.Mountain Bike Adventure and much more
SM Solutions in Dallas, Texas - USA
Our Mission- Nuestra Misión
We are dedicated to providing high-quality services to our clients.
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community through compassionate care and personalized treatment plans.
Estamos dedicados a ofrecer alta calidad de tratamientos para mejora la salúd y el bienestar
general de nuestra comunidad
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The importance of having a good balanced life
Acupuncture to enhance the move of energy
Teaching in Argentina
Teaching Eastern and Western Medicine In Dallas
Presenting in Lyon , France - with Dr Raphael Nogier .
Madrid Spain 2009- Presenting at the International Bar Association.
Treating HIV- Aids patient incarcerated in Argentina
Presenting Overseas
