At Healing Alternatives, we believe true health goes beyond managing symptoms — it means finding and addressing the root causes of illness. That’s the foundation of functional medicine.

What Is Functional Medicine?

Functional medicine is a personalized, science-based approach that looks at the whole person rather than isolated symptoms. Instead of asking “What medication matches this diagnosis?” we ask:

“Why is this symptom happening?”

“What system in the body is out of balance?”

“How can we restore function for long-term vitality?”

Our team uses advanced lab testing, in-depth health histories, and lifestyle assessment to uncover how your genetics, environment, nutrition, and stress all interact to influence your health. Research shows that chronic conditions such as autoimmune disease, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, and hormonal imbalances often involve multiple overlapping factors, no single prescription can fully address them.

The goal of functional medicine is not just short-term relief, but lasting transformation of your health.

Why Patients Are Frustrated with Conventional Care

Many patients come to us after years of feeling unheard in traditional medical settings. National surveys highlight common concerns:

Short visits: The average primary care appointment in the U.S. lasts 18 minutes. There is little time to explore diet, stress, or root contributors to illness.

Symptom management, not root cause: Conventional/allopathic medicine often focuses on suppressing symptoms with medication or procedures. This is vital in emergencies, but it can leave chronic conditions poorly controlled.

Fragmented care: Specialists may address one organ system at a time, while patients are left to connect the dots themselves.

Lack of prevention: Only about 8% of U.S. adults receive all recommended preventive services , even though lifestyle interventions can reduce chronic disease burden by up to 80%.

This leads many people to feel dismissed, overmedicated, and still unwell.

How We’re Different at Healing Alternatives

We designed our practice to give patients what they’re missing in the conventional system:

Time & Listening:  Your first visit is a full two hours long, and follow-ups are one hour. That allows us to dig deep into your health history, labs, nutrition, environment, and stress. Patients often tell us it’s the first time they’ve felt truly heard.

Precision Testing:  We use advanced labs to identify nutrient deficiencies, hormone imbalances, food sensitivities, gut health concerns, and more. This helps us avoid guesswork.  So you’re not wasting money on supplements you don’t need.

Targeted Supplementation:  One of the biggest complaints about functional medicine is cost. But consider the alternative: endless scrolling on social media, trying random supplement trends, and buying products that don’t work. With our approach, every recommendation is tied to your labs and your body’s needs, meaning your investment actually moves you toward results.

Comprehensive Approach:   We coordinate nutrition counseling, acupuncture, immune support, and lifestyle strategies under one roof, so you don’t have to navigate fragmented care.

The Results Possible with Functional Medicine

Studies show that functional medicine can deliver meaningful improvements:

A 2019 study in JAMA Network Open found that patients receiving functional medicine care reported significantly better quality of life scores compared to those receiving conventional primary care .

A 2021 Cleveland Clinic review found functional medicine patients had greater improvements in physical health, mental well-being, and symptom relief at 6 and 12 months .

Lifestyle-based interventions, central to functional medicine, are proven to reduce risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers by up to 80% .

Our patients frequently experience:

More stable energy and mood

Relief from chronic digestive or autoimmune symptoms

Hormone balance during perimenopause and beyond

Reduced reliance on medications

A clearer plan for lifelong vitality

Is Functional Medicine Right for You?

If you’re struggling with ongoing symptoms, chronic conditions, or simply want to optimize your health, functional medicine may be the solution you’ve been searching for.

Whether you are navigating autoimmune issues, digestive concerns, hormonal shifts, or want to age with energy and resilience, our team is here to guide you with compassion, clarity, and science-based strategies.

At Healing Alternatives, your health story matters. Let’s uncover the root causes, restore balance, and help you thrive.