How the Brain Actually Heals
What neuroplasticity means in practice, why recovery timelines vary so widely, and what most people are never told after a concussion or brain injury.
Community · Monthly Health Class
A free monthly class on your brain, your body, and your health.
Every month, Dr. Josh Silver opens our doors to anyone in the St. Petersburg community who wants a deeper understanding of how the nervous system shapes their health. No sales pitch. No medical jargon. Just honest science, practical knowledge, and space to ask real questions.
Get Notified of Next ClassAn hour that changes how you think about your own health.
The health class grew out of a simple observation: most people who eventually become patients wish they had understood sooner how the nervous system connects to everything they were experiencing. The class is Dr. Silver’s way of giving the community access to that understanding before a health crisis makes it urgent.
Each session covers a different aspect of neurological and integrative health, from how concussions actually heal, to why chronic dizziness is so frequently misdiagnosed, to what functional medicine can find that standard bloodwork misses. The format is conversational and genuinely educational, not a thinly disguised consultation.
Every class ends with open question and answer time. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own health questions, their own history, and their own skepticism. Dr. Silver finds these conversations the most valuable part.
Topics We Cover
Every class is different. Here is the kind of ground we cover.
Topics rotate monthly and are shaped by what the community is asking about. These are some of the subjects Dr. Silver returns to most often.
Dizziness and the Inner Ear Myth
Why most dizziness has nothing to do with your inner ear, how the upper cervical spine and cerebellum are usually involved, and what actually resolves it.
The Migraine Nobody Explained
The neurological and structural factors behind chronic migraines that most providers never assess, and why that is the reason so many patients stay stuck.
What Your Labs Aren’t Telling You
The difference between standard and functional lab ranges, what advanced testing can reveal about your hormones, gut, and immune system.
Gut Health and the Brain Connection
The gut-brain axis in plain language, including how digestive dysfunction drives neurological symptoms and what Dr. Leo’s functional medicine approach addresses.
The Upper Cervical Spine
Why the top two vertebrae in your neck matter so much to your entire nervous system, and what advanced imaging reveals that standard X-rays cannot.
You do not need to be a patient or have a diagnosis to come learn.
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People in St. Petersburg managing a chronic condition who want to understand what might be driving it beyond their current diagnosis.
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Anyone who has seen multiple providers without a clear answer and is looking for a different framework for understanding their health.
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Patients of ours who want to deepen their understanding of their own care and the science behind what we do.
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Curious people with no current health concerns who simply want to understand how the nervous system works and how to maintain it.
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Caregivers and family members of someone dealing with a neurological or chronic condition who want to better support their loved one.
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Healthcare professionals and students with an interest in functional neurology, integrative medicine, and how these disciplines intersect.
Derrick Y., Google ReviewI discovered Dr. Josh Silver through a free neuro health class he was offering, and it turned out to be one of the best healthcare decisions I have made. His approach is refreshingly different. He combines cutting-edge techniques with a genuine desire to help patients achieve long-term wellness.
Your Host
Dr. Josh Silver hosts every class personally.
Dr. Silver holds a Diplomate from the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB) and completed a three-year residency in functional neurology in Santa Barbara. He developed Upper Cervical Neurology as a formal system of diagnosis and treatment that is now taught internationally.
The health class began because Dr. Silver believes that informed patients make better decisions, heal more completely, and experience care differently than patients who do not understand what is happening to them. He teaches the way he practices: with intellectual honesty, without false certainty, and with a genuine interest in what the person in front of him is actually experiencing.
- DC, DACNB
- Carrick Institute Graduate
- Upper Cervical Neurology Developer
- Advanced Orthogonal Institute
Get notified when the next class is scheduled.
Dates are announced approximately two weeks before each class. Leave your name and email and we will let you know when the next one is confirmed.
Questions about the health class.
- Is the health class really free?
- Yes, completely. There is no charge to attend, no product being sold, and no obligation to book an appointment. Dr. Silver runs the class because he believes the community deserves access to this information regardless of whether they become patients.
- How do I find out when the next class is?
- Sign up for class notifications above and we will email you directly when the next date is confirmed. You can also follow us on Instagram at @neurostpete where we announce upcoming classes as they are scheduled.
- Do I need to register in advance?
- Registration is encouraged so we can plan seating, but walk-ins are welcome as space allows. If you have registered and something comes up, no need to cancel.
- How long does the class run?
- Typically about 60 to 75 minutes including question and answer time. Dr. Silver does not cut questions off early. If the conversation is productive, the class runs as long as it needs to.
- Will I be pressured to book an appointment?
- No. The class is genuinely educational and Dr. Silver’s goal is for every attendee to leave with something useful regardless of whether they ever become a patient. There is no follow-up sequence and no sales process attached to attending. If you have questions after the class about your specific situation, he is happy to speak with you informally.
- Where is the clinic located?
- Neuroplasticity St. Pete is at 2370 Dr. MLK Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704. Parking is available on site. If you have any trouble finding us, call us at (727) 202-6006.
Ready to Come?
If you have been looking for a place to start, this is it.
Come spend an hour with us. Bring your questions. Leave with a clearer picture of what your nervous system is doing and what can be done about it.