Metabolic Wellness Program at
Harmony Mental Health
What is Tirzepatide?
Tirzepatide regulates appetite, blood sugar, and metabolism by mimicking natural hormones released during eating. It signals fullness, stabilizes blood sugar, and influences energy use. It is not a stimulant and does not speed up metabolism; rather, it changes the body's hunger response, limiting food intake.
Potential benefits of tirzepatide:
Patients may experience:
Reduced appetite and cravings
Improved blood sugar regulation
Gradual, sustainable weight loss when combined with healthy habits
Improved insulin sensitivity
More stable energy levels throughout the day
Weight changes typically occur gradually, which may help reduce the risk of regaining weight.
How tirzepatide works:
Tirzepatide works through two (GLP-1 and GIP) hormone pathways:
One (GLP-1) slows digestion, helping you feel full longer
The other (GIP) helps regulate insulin and blood sugar, reducing spikes and crashes
GIP helps to reduce food reward drive, which can lessen compulsive eating
Together, these effects can make it easier to eat smaller portions and feel satisfied.
Why glycine or vitamin B6 is added:
Your tirzepatide is paired with either glycine or vitamin B6 to support comfort, digestion, energy and overall wellbeing. These nutrients do not replace tirzepatide but may help the body adjust more smoothly.
Glycine: supportive benefits:
Glycine is a naturally occurring amino acid involved in metabolism, digestion, and nervous system balance.
Glycine may help:
Support blood sugar stability
Improve insulin sensitivity
Promote digestive comfort
Support sleep quality
Calm the nervous system and reduce stress-related eating
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) benefit:
Vitamin B6 is an essential nutrient involved in energy production, digestion, and neurotransmitter balance.
Vitamin B6 may help:
Reduce nausea
Support digestion and nutrient metabolism
Support mood & nervous system regulation
Reduce fatigue
Why these are used together:
Tirzepatide supports metabolic regulation and appetite signaling
Glycine or B6 helps support comfort, digestion, and nervous system balance
Invest in Your Health—Without Stretching Your Budget
Cost shouldn’t keep you from exploring your weight-management options. At Harmony, qualifying patients may receive tirzepatide at no cost, depending on their insurance benefits and program eligibility. For others, our program may offer a more affordable alternative to paying out of pocket elsewhere.
Our team can help review your benefits and explain your expected costs, including any visit copays, deductibles, medication charges, or shipping fees.
Contact us to find out whether you qualify and what your care could cost.
Just Here for Weight Management?
You don’t need to receive mental health services to explore our tirzepatide program. We’re happy to focus on your weight-management goals.
Call 1-844-TIRZNOW to learn more.
Results vary between individuals
Best results occur when combined with nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management
Appetite may decrease, but undereating is not recommended
Side effects are often mild and temporary, especially with gradual dose changes
Ongoing communication with your provider is important
If you experience persistent nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or difficulty eating enough, contact your provider.
Important Things to Know:
The Medication Steadied Your Mind.
Let’s Talk About What It Did to Your Body.
We believe that mental health is part of your total health. Many psychiatric medications — antidepressants, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics — cause weight gain as a known side effect. We treat that as part of your care, not something to solve alone.
Ongoing psychiatric care that treats mood, sleep, and metabolic side effects together — evaluated at every visit, not as an afterthought.
When clinically appropriate, we prescribe compounded tirzepatide as part of your treatment plan. Some patients qualify for reduced-cost treatment — and in some cases, it’s free.
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