Topical Steroid Withdrawal Guided by an Integrative Approach
If your skin has worsened after stopping topical steroids or is no longer responding to treatment, this approach is designed to help you better understand what's happening and how to move forward.
Designed for people who have not achieved lasting results with their current care
You’re in the right place if…
Your skin worsened after reducing or stopping topical steroids
You feel stuck in cycles of flare, partial improvement, and relapse
You've been told to "just continue steroids" but are looking for another path
You feel confused, overwhelmed, or unsure what's happening to your skin
You want a more comprehensive and individualized approach
Why this can be so difficult to navigate
Topical steroid withdrawal can be complex, and many people feel they are navigating it without clear guidance. In clinical practice, it's common to see:
Increasing reliance on topical steroids over time
Reduced responsiveness to treatment
Significant inflammation after discontinuation
Limited discussion of how to support the skin and underlying systems during this process
This often leaves people feeling uncertain about what to do next.
A more comprehensive approach
Care is designed to support your skin through a personalized, ongoing process.
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Comprehensive Evaluation
A detailed review of your history, prior steroid use, and current symptoms to understand your individual presentation.
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Personalized Strategy
Support may include:
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Barrier repair strategies
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Inflammation support
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Microbiome considerations
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Nutritional and lifestyle factors
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Ongoing Refinement
Your plan is adjusted over time based on how your skin responds, with the goal of supporting more stable improvement.
What this approach offers
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A clearer understanding of what may be contributing to your symptoms
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A structured, individualized plan
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Ongoing support and adjustment over time
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A more comprehensive framework for navigating TSW
Other Conditions Supported
Dr. Meghan Larivee
Dr. Larivee is a naturopathic physician with over 15 years of experience, focusing on chronic dermatologic conditions including eczema, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, alopecia areata, and topical steroid withdrawal.
Her work integrates dermatologic science with a systems-based approach to better understand complex, treatment-resistant skin conditions.