These are areas we focus on with each client and adjust depending on what is going to move the needle most for the individual.
We believe that the mental aspect of healing cannot be ignored. If you have never pictured yourself well, it’s likely going to be difficult to achieve healing. If we are obsessed with healing and constantly researching and jumping on the next thing, we most likely will not be successful. We start off our 1:1 programs with a mindset exercise on what it looks like to be well. Our clients that commit to this exercise and the mindset part of the healing journey are the ones that see the most success.
Minerals act like little helpers to carry out important functions in the body, which is why they are a foundational part of healing. We utilize hair mineral testing in order to evaluate mineral status. It also gives us insight into a client’s current stress response, digestion, detoxification, thyroid function, and ability to balance blood sugar.
Supporting a healthy circadian rhythm means we are supporting our body’s biological clock. This clock controls the timing of all systems in the body, which means it’s crucial for supporting overall health and reducing symptoms in all areas. We support our circadian rhythm through our light exposure and food timing.
Fueling our bodies with nourishing foods that we enjoy is a critical part of healing. Learning how to do it in a way that supports consistent and balanced blood sugar helps to reduce stress on the body and lowers inflammation.
The body cannot heal in a chronically stressed state. We find many of our clients have been addicted to stress and running off of stress hormones for years. This leaves their bodies depleted, hormones out of balance, and often leads to struggles with thyroid function, digestion, and energy. We help clients break this pattern by supporting a healthy stress response through food and lifestyle. We also educate on the nervous system and how to utilize daily strategies to support theirs.
Our gut health extends far beyond gut symptoms and can impact our sex hormones, thyroid hormone levels, mood, and more. In order to have a healthy gut, we have to have healthy digestion, which is why we always start here when supporting clients. Depending on the client, we may focus further on optimizing gut bacteria and immune system function.
Last but not least, we utilize functional lab testing and evaluate blood work in order to better understand what is at the root of specific symptoms and dysfunction within the body. We always utilize hair mineral testing with clients, but the other labs recommended are individualized based on someone’s health history and main concerns.
Effort. It takes work from our clients in order to see results. We see the best results when our clients are prepared for our sessions. They show up with questions and have information to share about what they have been working on. They also fill out their weekly reflection forms and integrate the recommendations we make. This process is a team effort and only works if both parties are invested and giving it their all. We promise to show up and support you to the best of our ability every step of the way, and expect the same from our clients.
No catch, but there are a few promises we cannot make:
We cannot guarantee specific outcomes. While we would love to wave a magic wand and solve all of your health concerns, that’s not how this process works. What we can guarantee is that we will put the work in and show up to support you to the best of our ability every step of the way.
We are not supplement protocol practitioners. While we utilize protocols in our practice and believe they have a place on the healing journey, there is SO much more to healing than supplements. If you are looking for more of a protocol and are not interested in working on stress, lifestyle, and mindset, we are not the practitioners for you.
We are not emergent or acute care practitioners. If you are having a health crisis (mental, emotional, and/or physical) please seek out immediate and in-person support.
You will receive support between your sessions with your practitioner within your 4 or 6 month package.
Here's a typical breakdown of how sessions are utilized. Sometimes we are waiting on test results, so we push the 90-minute results review to month 2 and place a 30-minute follow-up in month 1.
Initial consult 90 minutes--occurs after all intake forms are completed.
90-minute results review session to go through test results (depending on which tests you choose) as well as your protocol and any questions that come up.
Two (2) 30-minute follow-up sessions
Two (2) 30-minute follow-up sessions
One (1) 30-minute follow-up session
One (1) 45-minute final session
1-2 HTMAs--we are assuming most people have done a hair test, we would love for you to retest at the end of the program so we can come up with a plan for maintenance.
Either 1 GI Map Test or 1 Dutch Test
Iodine testing if appropriate.
Messenger access on Practice Better for the duration of your program. We respond to messages Monday-Friday and will always let you know if we will be away and unable to respond.
DUTCH complete: $310
GI Map: $325
*We include either a Dutch or a GI Map Test with your package. If you would like to have additional testing beyond that, we can make a recommendation for what to include based on your initial consult. You will receive these tests at cost in order to make them accessible.
Initial consult 90 minutes--occurs after all intake forms are completed.
90-minute results review session to go through test results (depending on which tests you choose) as well as your protocol and any questions that come up.
Two (2) 30-minute follow-up sessions
Two (2) 30-minute follow-up sessions
Two (2) 30-minute follow-up sessions
Two (2) 30-minute follow-up sessions
One (1) 30-minute follow-up session
One (1) 45-minute final session
1 HTMA test.
Either 1 GI Map Test or 1 Dutch Test
Iodine testing if appropriate.
Messenger access on Practice Better for the duration of your program. We respond to messages Monday-Friday and will always let you know if we will be away and unable to respond.
DUTCH complete: $310
GI Map: $325
*We include either a Dutch or a GI Map Test with your package. If you would like to have additional testing beyond that, we can make a recommendation for what to include based on your initial consult. You will receive these tests at cost in order to make them accessible.