How to Work With Us: A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Healing Journey
You’re ready to take your health into your own hands. Here’s exactly what it looks like to partner with our clinic—step by step.
Introduction: What Makes Functional Medicine Different
If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of “normal labs, no answers,” you’re not alone.
Maybe you’ve already seen multiple specialists, tried various supplements or medications, and even attempted to clean up your diet—but you still don’t feel like yourself.
The truth is, most conventional healthcare focuses on symptom management. It’s short visits, rushed prescriptions, and often, little time for you to share your full story.
Functional medicine is different.
We look at your body as a connected system—mind, gut, hormones, environment, lifestyle—and help you heal by identifying and addressing the root causes of your symptoms.
And while that might sound complex, we’ve made it simple with a step-by-step healing journey designed to support and empower you from day one.
Step 1: Discovery Call – Getting to Know You
Your journey begins with a no-pressure, 15–20 minute Discovery Call.
This is a chance for us to:
Understand what you’ve been struggling with
Learn what solutions you’ve tried
Answer any questions about our process
Ensure we’re a good fit to work together
We’ll ask you about:
Your most pressing symptoms
Your health goals
How long you’ve been searching for answers
What you’re hoping to achieve through functional medicine
You’ll leave this call with clarity on:
Whether our practice is a fit for your needs
Next steps for getting started
How our programs and pricing work
This call is complimentary—no pressure, no commitment. Just real connection and conversation.
Step 2: Intake and Health History Deep Dive
Once we’ve agreed to move forward, you’ll complete our comprehensive intake forms.
This isn’t just a checkbox list. It’s a full-body timeline that includes:
Medical history and diagnoses
Current symptoms and how they impact your life
Lifestyle habits (sleep, nutrition, stress, movement)
Environmental exposures
Family history
Emotional and mental wellbeing
🧠 Why it matters:
Functional medicine is detective work. Your timeline helps us identify patterns and potential root causes that standard care overlooks.
You’ll also have an initial 60–90 minute consultation with your provider to:
Review your intake and timeline
Ask follow-up questions
Begin forming hypotheses about root causes
Start early symptom support (when possible)
This is where most patients say, “Finally—someone is listening.”
Step 3: Advanced Functional Lab Testing
The next step is to gather data—not just from basic labs, but from targeted functional testing based on your symptoms and history.
These may include:
DUTCH Test: Sex hormones, cortisol rhythm, adrenal function
GI-MAP: Gut infections, dysbiosis, leaky gut, inflammation
OAT (Organic Acids Test): Mitochondrial health, detox pathways, neurotransmitters
Mycotoxin or Heavy Metal Testing: Mold and environmental toxicity
Comprehensive Bloodwork: Functional analysis of thyroid, insulin, liver, and nutrient status
We don’t just test for the sake of testing. We order labs that will:
Confirm or clarify suspected root causes
Guide treatment recommendations
Track progress over time
Our lab partners include some of the most advanced and accurate diagnostic companies in the industry.
Step 4: Personalized Healing Plan Review
Once your lab results are in, we’ll schedule a detailed lab review consultation (60–90 minutes).
During this visit, we’ll:
Walk you through your results in plain language
Explain what’s out of balance and why it matters
Connect your symptoms to your physiology
Share our Root Cause Map™—a visual breakdown of your health puzzle
Then we’ll create a step-by-step healing protocol tailored to your needs. This may include:
🔹 Nutrition Guidance:
Anti-inflammatory or gut-healing diets
Food reintroductions and meal templates
Support for blood sugar balance or hormonal health
🔹 Supplement Protocol:
Targeted vitamins, minerals, herbs, adaptogens
Protocols to address pathogens, detox, inflammation, or nutrient gaps
🔹 Lifestyle Prescription:
Sleep optimization strategies
Stress reduction tools (nervous system regulation, breathwork)
Gentle movement or exercise guidance
🔹 Mind-Body Support:
Emotional and trauma-informed recommendations
Nervous system regulation strategies
Mindfulness, journaling, or resilience training
Healing is more than a handout. You’ll get a full written roadmap, guidance, and ongoing support.
Step 5: Implementation, Coaching, and Ongoing Support
You won’t do this alone.
Over the next 3 to 6 months (or longer, depending on your case), we’ll walk with you through the implementation phase. This is where transformation happens.
You’ll receive:
Follow-up visits to review progress, tweak protocols, and answer questions
Secure messaging for support between sessions
Optional health coaching (if part of your program) to support behavior change
Ongoing education via handouts, videos, or workshops
We meet you where you are—supporting consistency, not perfection.
We believe in sustainable shifts, not strict rules. And we adjust your plan as your body heals and your needs evolve.
Think of us as your partners in progress—not just your providers.
Step 6: Re-evaluation and Long-Term Wellness Strategy
After your initial protocol period, we pause to assess:
What’s improved?
What still needs attention?
Are deeper protocols needed?
Is retesting appropriate?
Many patients begin feeling better within weeks, but deep healing takes time. That’s why we take a layered approach—removing obstacles, restoring function, and then rebuilding long-term resilience.
If needed, we adjust your plan or move into maintenance and optimization, which may include:
Detox support
Hormone balancing
Rebuilding energy and vitality
Autoimmune support
Weight loss and metabolic resilience
Sleep and nervous system regulation
We’re here for the long haul—not just to fix you, but to help you thrive.
Conclusion: Your Healing Journey Starts Here
You don’t have to keep guessing. You don’t have to live with “just deal with it” answers. You don’t have to settle for temporary relief.
You deserve a provider who listens. A plan that works. And a partnership built on trust.
That’s what we offer—with heart, science, and strategy.
📞 Ready to begin your healing journey?
Start with a free Discovery Call and let’s explore how functional medicine can help you finally feel like you again.
