Top Resources to Know When Finding Your Way with Vertigo & Chronic Dizziness:

Living with vertigo or chronic dizziness can feel isolating, confusing, and overwhelming. The good news: You don’t have to navigate it alone. Over time, a growing community of vestibular-savvy clinicians, advocates, and fellow “vestibular warriors” have developed resources to help you understand your symptoms, find support, and build a toolkit for long-term management. Below are some of the most helpful and reputable resources available today — starting with the very community we’re part of.

The Core: Vestibular Group Fit

Vestibular Group Fit is more than a program — it’s a community, an educational hub, and a supportive ecosystem for people navigating vestibular disorders. Our offerings include:

• Structured, condition-specific courses — covering diagnoses like vestibular migraine (VM), persistent postural perceptual dizziness (PPPD), Menière’s disease, bilateral vestibular hypofunction, concussion, and more.
• Movement classes tailored for vestibular health — from gentle Tai Chi and Pilates to dance-inspired classes and vestibular-friendly strength training. These classes are modified to be safe for people dealing with dizziness, sensory sensitivity, or balance challenges.
• Mind-body support — including meditation, breathwork, Yoga Nidra, and other tools aimed at calming the nervous system and supporting emotional well-being.
• Community & peer support — a Facebook support group, group coaching calls, and a network of people who truly understand what vestibular disorders feel like. Many people find immense comfort in hearing others’ journeys and sharing wins, struggles, and coping strategies together.
• Accessible, affordable care — Vestibular Group Fit is designed to be budget-conscious while offering high-quality vestibular education, movement, and support.

For anyone dealing with chronic dizziness, vestibular migraine, or other vestibular disorders — especially if you’re seeking a holistic, long-term path forward — Vestibular Group Fit can be a great anchor.

For Learning + Community: Grounded: The Vestibular Podcast

One of the most informative, empathetic, and consistently updated resources is Grounded: The Vestibular Podcast. Hosted by our very own founder of Vestibular Group Fit and the experienced vestibular physical therapist behind the program, this podcast offers:

• Deep dives into vestibular disorders — from “What is the vestibular system?” to complex topics like distinguishing between PPPD, vestibular migraine, and Menière’s disease. Recent episodes (e.g., “What are the 3 Systems of Balance?”) break down hard-to-grasp topics into clear, patient-friendly language.
• Expert guests and lived-experience stories — physical therapists, neurologists, and “vestibular warriors” themselves share insights on treatment, coping strategies, mindset, and more.
• Practical takeaways — episodes often discuss real-world challenges, like whether vestibular rehab is right for you, how to manage vestibular migraine, and how to navigate the “dizzy/anxious/dizzy” cycle many experience.
• Support and validation — many listeners describe the podcast as a lifeline, saying it feels like “holding space for vestibular warriors” and giving hope that balance — and quality of life — can return.

For anyone newly diagnosed, overwhelmed, or searching for clarity about their vestibular journey — Grounded is a deeply valuable starting point. Plus, it’s a free resource that Dr. Madison offers!

Social Support & Daily Inspiration: @thevertigodoctor on Instagram

Social media can be a powerful tool for connection — and @thevertigodoctor (on Instagram) is a standout as another free resource. Created by the same vestibular-savvy team behind Vestibular Group Fit, it offers:

• Accessible visuals and easy-to-digest posts — from exercise suggestions, grounding techniques (like using a weighted blanket), to explanations of vestibular conditions and triggers. These posts help demystify complicated vestibular topics and offer tools you can try immediately.
• A sense of community and belonging — knowing there are others walking this path can alleviate feelings of isolation. The page often refers to “vestibular warriors,” and encourages open conversation and connection.
• Practical tips for daily life — suggestions for vestibular-friendly movement, self-care, stress management, and mindset work. For many, these small daily actions add up to meaningful improvements.

Even when you’re not actively “in treatment,” following @thevertigodoctor can help you feel supported, seen, and affirmed — day after day.

Essential Additional Resources You Should Know

Mental Health Support: Dr. Emily Kostalnic (The Vertigo Psychologist)

Mental health is a crucial — and often ignored — part of dizziness recovery.
Dr. Emily Kostalnik, a psychologist who specializes in vestibular disorders, is one of the best mental-health resources in the community.

She offers:

• Therapy for vestibular patients
• Expertise in anxiety, PPPD, health anxiety, and chronic illness adjustment
• Workshops and social content that validate the emotional side of dizziness
• Practical strategies for breaking the “dizzy–anxious–dizzy” cycle

Including Dr. Kostalnik is vital because so many people with chronic dizziness are told their symptoms are “just anxiety” — she helps people understand the difference while treating both with compassion and evidence-based tools.

Diet & Migraine Nutrition: The Dizzy Cook (Alicia Wolf) & The Migraine Dietician (Kelly Yates)

For vestibular migraine, food can be a major trigger — and the HYH (Heal-Your-Headache) approach can be confusing without guidance.

Alicia Wolf (The Dizzy Cook) is widely considered the trusted source for migraine-friendly recipes and nutrition support. She offers:

• Cookbooks full of VM-safe recipes
• Clear explanations of the HYH and migraine elimination diets
• Ingredient swaps, shopping guides, and meal plans
• Tips for eating out and managing triggers realistically

Alicia’s work helps people understand food triggers without fear, and her recipes are simple, approachable, and genuinely delicious.

Alongside The Dizzy Cook, Kelly Yates (The Migraine Dietitian) is one of the most respected nutrition experts in the migraine and vestibular migraine community.

Kelly offers:

• Evidence-based support for migraine and vestibular migraine nutrition
• Guidance that goes beyond the HYH diet, including personalized trigger exploration
• A flexible, mindset-friendly approach to food (not restrictive or fear-based)
• Courses and one-on-one coaching
• Recipes, grocery lists, and meal plan templates designed to reduce migraine frequency
• Education on how blood sugar, hormones, and nutrition impact dizziness

Kelly is especially helpful for people who:

• Tried HYH and didn’t see full improvement
• Want a more individualized nutrition plan
• Need support balancing migraine-safe eating with real life
• Struggle with food anxiety after years of triggering symptoms

Her work brings clarity and calm to a topic that often feels overwhelming.

Clinical Education: VeDA (Vestibular Disorders Association)

The Vestibular Disorders Association remains the gold standard for foundational vestibular education. Their website offers:

• Clear explanations of all vestibular conditions
• A provider directory
• Research summaries
• Webinars and advocacy tools

Great for people who want to understand diagnoses in depth.

Additional Helpful Podcasts

Alongside Grounded, these podcasts provide research-based insight and relatable real-life stories:

• Talk Dizzy to Me — by vestibular PTs Dr. Abbie Ross & Dr. Danielle Tolman
• ICU: I See You – Vestibular Conversations — in partnership with VeDA

Both blend clinical expertise with patient experience.

YouTube Resources

The Vertigo Doctor YouTube Channel offers short, visual explanations of:

• Vestibular symptoms
• Exercise tips
• Nervous system regulation
• Recovery stories

Great for beginners and visual learners.

One-on-One Vestibular Care

While online support is powerful, seeing a vestibular-trained physical therapist like Dr. Madison or neuro-otologist can be life-changing. For nuerologists, we recommend NeuraHealth.
Use VeDA’s directory or look specifically for providers with vestibular specialty training.

Putting It All Together

Your dizziness toolkit might include:

• Education & movement: Vestibular Group Fit
• Daily support: @thevertigodoctor
• Deep dives: Grounded podcast
• Mental health care: Dr. Emily Kostalnik
• Migraine nutrition: The Dizzy Cook & The Migraine Dietician
• Clinical education: VeDA
• Extra insight: Vestibular podcasts & YouTube
• Professional support: Vestibular PT or neuro-otologist

No single resource fixes dizziness — but together, these trusted sources can help you feel informed, empowered, and less alone on your healing journey.

Ready to Take the Next Step Towards Healing?

If you’re looking for a supportive, expert-led space to help you regain confidence, reduce symptoms, and rebuild your life after a vestibular diagnosis, join us in Vestibular Group Fit.

This unique coaching program combines movement, education, nervous system retraining, and community — all designed specifically for people living with vestibular disorders. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been struggling for years, you are not alone and you can feel better.

👉Click here to join Vestibular Group Fit and starting your healing journey today.