Functional Medicine
Our functional medicine approach takes a holistic, in-depth look at your health, addressing a broad spectrum of concerns—from weight management and hormonal imbalances to chronic conditions—ensuring a personalized path to optimal well-being and lasting vitality
Integrative Approach
What is Functional Medicine?
Functional medicine takes a holistic approach to health and wellness, emphasizing prevention and well-being through a more in-depth process of communication and assessment between patients and healthcare 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 and promote long-term health and vitality for each individual. This approach integrates advanced lab testing, genetic analysis, nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and holistic therapies to restore balance and optimize well-being.
Meet Emily, Our Functional Health Provider
Dr. Whitsell integrates a functional medicine approach to address hormonal imbalances, fertility challenges, gut dysfunction, and metabolic health concerns. She utilizes 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.
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 is tailored to your health history, lifestyle, and genetics. Treatment may include diet changes, supplements, or holistic therapies designed for your specific needs.
Integrative Therapies
We combine conventional medicine 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 Functional Medicine Can Help With
Functional medicine is effective for a wide range of conditions, offering a personalized, root-cause approach to healing rather than just symptom management. By addressing the underlying imbalances—whether they stem from hormonal disruptions, gut health issues, chronic inflammation, or environmental toxins—functional medicine provides long-term solutions that restore balance and optimize well-being. Whether you’re struggling with persistent fatigue, digestive discomfort, or mood instability, functional medicine offers a proactive and 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
Functional Medicine Lab Menu
CONSULTATIONS
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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.
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Follow-Up / Regular Visit (30 minutes)
Ongoing support to review progress, adjust protocols, and answer any questions along the way.
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Post-Results Review & Treatment Plan (60 minutes)
Comprehensive review of lab results and a customized treatment plan based on your unique needs.
DUTCH LABS
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DUTCH Complete™
The DUTCH Complete™ is a premier hormone test, offering a comprehensive analysis of sex hormones, cortisol levels, and their metabolites. It also includes markers for nutritional deficiencies, oxidative stress, gut health, melatonin, and more.
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DUTCH Cycle Mapping™
The DUTCH Cycle Mapping™ test provides a detailed graphical view of individuals entire menstrual cycle, allowing providers to accurately track ovulation, identify causes of mid-cycle spotting or hormonal migraines, and assess ovarian function.
IMMUNO LABORATORIES
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Bloodprint® Basic
The Bloodprint® Basic panel tests for the core foods routinely found in most diets. *It tests 88 antigens.
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Bloodprint® Expanded
The Bloodprint® Expanded panel tests individuals who routinely eat the same meals and rarely visit restaurants or eat out. *It tests 115 antigens.
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Bloodprint® Vegetarian
The Bloodprint® Vegetarian panel tests individuals for routinely eaten foods that exclude meat, poultry, and shellfish but may contain fish, dairy products, and eggs. *It tests 104 antigens.
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Bloodprint® Complete
The Bloodprint® Complete panel is a great choice for someone who wants a test that provides an overview of all foods they eat to identify any inflammation, insensitivities, or allergies. *It tests 154 antigens.
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Bloodprint® Premium
The Bloodprint® Premium panel is a food allergy testing kit that tests for routinely eaten foods in addition to five milk proteins, egg yolks, and egg whites. *It tests 200 antigens.
DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS
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GI Microbial Assay Plus (GI-MAP®)
The GI-MAP® (Microbial Assay Plus) is a comprehensive stool test that relies on quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) technology to detect parasites, bacteria, H. pylori, fungi, and more by targeting the specific DNA of the organisms tested.
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IgG Food Explorer™
IgG Food Explorer™ test is a comprehensive food sensitivity test to support gut and immune health. This test supports strategies to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and alleviate symptoms related to adverse food reactions. *Tests antibody response to over 250 food extracts.
GENOVA CONNECT
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Targeted Breath Test for SIBO & IMO
The Breath Test helps diagnose Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, a common gut condition. People with SIBO can have problems with bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation as well as other symptoms.
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Methylation Genomics
Using a simple cheek swab, the Methylation Genomics test analyzes 10 crucial genetic markers, including enzymes like COMT and MTHFR to identify variations that could influence your health and risk for conditions like anxiety, depression, heart disease, and more.
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Comprehensive Gut Health Test
GI Effects® testing helps you uncover problems in digesting and absorbing your food properly, potential inflammation, and the vital balance of the gut bacteria that can affect every system in your body - the gut microbiome.
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Comprehensive Nutritional Test
The Metabolomix+ nutritional test is one of the most comprehensive nutritional profiles available, measuring over 125 markers that tell you about your body's function. You will gain a complete set of personalized recommendations for amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, digestive support, and other nutrients are provided so you can maximize your health.
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*This is a sample of the lab tests we offer. Additional panels are available upon request—ask your provider to learn more.
At Holistic Wellness & Psychiatry, we combine expert care, innovative treatments, and a holistic approach to help you achieve lasting well-being. We stay at the forefront of cutting-edge mental health treatments, ensuring you have access to the most effective, science-backed options.
