Functional Medicine

Root-cause healing for lasting wellness.

A holistic approach that supports lasting wellness by targeting the root causes of weight gain, hormonal imbalance, and chronic health issues with personalized care.

Now offering a FREE 15-minute consultation with our Functional Medicine Provider.

No-cost first conversation to understand what you’re working with — and whether a functional medicine workup is the right next step. No commitment.

Integrative approach

What is Functional Medicine?

Functional medicine takes a holistic approach to health and wellness, emphasizing prevention and well-being through in-depth communication and assessment between patients and providers. It prioritizes lifestyle-focused interventions to complement and strengthen traditional medical treatments.

By integrating personalized care with conventional methods, functional medicine aims to address the underlying causes of illness — using advanced lab testing, genetic analysis, nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and holistic therapies to restore balance and optimize well-being.

Meet your provider

Emily Whitsell —our functional health provider.

Dr. Whitsell integrates a functional medicine approach to address hormonal imbalances, fertility challenges, gut dysfunction, and metabolic health concerns. She uses advanced diagnostic tools including DUTCH hormone testing, comprehensive stool analysis, food sensitivity testing, and detailed blood work to uncover root causes and create personalized treatment plans.

By combining structural care with a deep understanding of internal health, Dr. Whitsell empowers her patients to heal from the inside out and achieve optimal well-being at every stage of life.

How functional medicine works

Four pillars of functional care.

A repeatable framework — applied uniquely to your biology, story, and goals.

Identifying Root Causes

Target the root causes of illness like gut health, hormones, or environmental factors — rather than just managing symptoms. This approach leads to long-term healing and prevention.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Care tailored to your health history, lifestyle, and genetics. Treatment may include diet changes, supplements, or holistic therapies designed for your specific needs.

Integrative Therapies

Conventional medicine combined with evidence-based holistic treatments like nutrition, herbal remedies, and mind-body practices to optimize health and recovery.

Patient-Centered Care

Health is more than treating disease. We address physical, mental, and environmental factors, ensuring a comprehensive, patient-focused approach to lasting wellness.

Conditions we can help with

What Functional Medicine can address.

Functional medicine is effective for a wide range of conditions, offering a personalized, root-cause approach to healing rather than just symptom management. Whether you’re struggling with persistent fatigue, digestive discomfort, or mood instability — functional medicine offers a proactive, science-backed pathway to reclaiming your vitality.

Anxiety, depression, and mood disorders

Chronic fatigue and brain fog

Hormonal imbalances and thyroid disorders

Digestive issues (IBS, leaky gut, food sensitivities)

Autoimmune conditions

Metabolic and weight management concerns

Chronic inflammation and pain

Lab menu

The full functional medicine lab menu.

A sample of the panels we offer. Additional tests are available on request — ask your provider what fits your case.

Consultations

Initial Functional Health Consultation

60 minutes. A deep dive into your health history, lifestyle, and symptoms to uncover root causes and create a personalized care plan.

Post-Results Review & Treatment Plan

60 minutes. Comprehensive review of lab results and a customized treatment plan based on your unique needs.

Follow-Up / Regular Visit

30 minutes. Ongoing support to review progress, adjust protocols, and answer any questions along the way.

Dutch Labs (Hormone Testing)

DUTCH Complete™

A premier hormone test offering comprehensive analysis of sex hormones, cortisol levels, and their metabolites. Includes markers for nutritional deficiencies, oxidative stress, gut health, melatonin, and more.

DUTCH Cycle Mapping™

Detailed graphical view of your entire menstrual cycle, allowing providers to accurately track ovulation, identify causes of mid-cycle spotting or hormonal migraines, and assess ovarian function.

Immuno Laboratories (Food Sensitivity)

Bloodprint® Basic

Tests for the core foods routinely found in most diets. Tests 88 antigens.

Bloodprint® Expanded

For individuals who routinely eat the same meals and rarely eat out. Tests 115 antigens.

Bloodprint® Vegetarian

For individuals routinely eating vegetarian — excludes meat, poultry, shellfish. Tests 104 antigens.

Bloodprint® Complete

Overview of all foods to identify inflammation, insensitivities, or allergies. Tests 154 antigens.

Bloodprint® Premium

Tests routinely eaten foods plus five milk proteins, egg yolks, and egg whites. Tests 200 antigens.

Diagnostic Solutions

GI Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP®)

Comprehensive stool test using qPCR technology to detect parasites, bacteria, H. pylori, fungi, and more by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested.

IgG Food Explorer™

Comprehensive food sensitivity test to support gut and immune health. Tests antibody response to over 250 food extracts.

Genova Connect

Targeted Breath Test for SIBO & IMO

Helps diagnose Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, a common gut condition causing bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and other symptoms.

Methylation Genomics

Using a simple cheek swab, analyzes 10 crucial genetic markers (including COMT and MTHFR) to identify variations that may influence anxiety, depression, heart disease, and more.

Comprehensive Gut Health Test

GI Effects® testing helps you uncover problems digesting and absorbing food, potential inflammation, and the vital balance of gut bacteria affecting every system in your body.

Comprehensive Nutritional Test

Metabolomix+ measures over 125 markers about your body's function — with personalized recommendations for amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients.

SelfDecode

SelfDecode DNA & Lab Testing

Helps uncover how your genetics, biomarkers, and lifestyle impact mood, weight, energy, and long-term health. We partner with SelfDecode to provide select tests tailored to your needs — contact your provider to learn more.

Expert care, innovative treatments, a holistic approach.

At Holistic Wellness & Psychiatry, we stay at the forefront of cutting-edge mental health and functional medicine — ensuring you have access to the most effective, science-backed options.

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