Group Appointments

This group is the first step in your integrative health journey. Learn the importance of healthy gastrointestinal function and how healing the GI tract can improve many health conditions- beginning with eating whole foods, which is key to inflammation. This group will set you up for success in making necessary dietary changes by giving you several tools, like Scorecard for Healthy Living, to help you stay on track. This is required for all new patients.

Join us as we discuss how regulation of blood sugar and insulin help control inflammation and chronic disease. You will learn about how specific foods and lifestyle can help calm inflammation and create better health.

Join us for a discussion about the role hormones play in fatigue, hot flashes, sleep, concentration, sex drive and mood. We will also examine the evidence around the safety and benefits of bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).

This group will discuss a general overview of thyroid physiology, and common thyroid disorders and symptoms. We will talk about thyroid testing including TSH, Free T4, Free T3 and thyroid antibody testing. You will be educated on types of thyroid medications and receive instructions on how to best take thyroid medications. This group will help you understand that LIFESTYLE management is the key to reversing inflammation and illness in the body.

Difficulty with memory, problems with concentrating, difficulty with energy, headaches, and fatigue as well as other symptoms can tell us a lot about the health of the brain, central nervous system and our cells. Come learn about the role of nutrition and how lifestyle can improve brain health. We will talk about the mighty mitochondria, our body’s energy production warehouses in every cell.

This interactive class will help you understand how to portion carbs, protein and fat to lose weight and reduce inflammation. Participants are encouraged to bring a completed week long diet diary and their smartphone to the class.

This one-hour class will discuss the different types of pain and how use supplements, diet and gentle exercise to improve pain levels. We will have the chance to practice self-massage, breathing techniques and do a gentle seated yoga routine. This class is perfect for those that suffer from chronic pain such as fibromyalgia, migraines or back pain.

Don’t wait for a hip fracture to improve your bone health. Topics include diet, exercise, bone building supplements and hormone balancing. Come learn natural strategies to improve and prevent bone loss.

Would you rather vacuum, do laundry or check other things off your to do list than have sex? Often we blame our hormones on low libido but it is much more complex than that. We will explore the various ways to boost sex drive.

Why is your body fighting itself? Autoimmune issues are sky-rocketing in our country, from Hashimoto's thyroiditis to lupus to rheumatoid arthritis. Join us as we discuss the physiology of autoimmune issues, root causes, triggers and treatment options. We will discuss what YOU can do to decrease the inflammation that is driving the disease, and lifestyle factors that contribute to these illnesses. You will also be educated on supplements that help your immune system, and have a brief overview of immune suppressing medications that are used.

This class discusses the effect that MTHFR gene variations have on your health and what to do support your genetic makeup.

Anxiety is natural with big life changes. For some, it can be an ongoing issue. Learn how chronic stress is connected to common health concerns. Whichever situation you might find yourself in, this group visit can be helpful finding integrative therapies that can help reduce anxiety through stress management, breathing techniques, diet and supplements. You will discover the difference between healthy vs. unhealthy stress, adrenal function and cortisol testing. We will discuss practical tools to combat common life stressors and optimizing your adrenals.

Are you confused by what is a good fat and what is a bad fat? Do you have questions about what your cholesterol numbers actually mean and what creates those numbers? Does high cholesterol always mean heart disease? Join us for a discussion of your cholesterol numbers, what they mean, and how to manage them. We will discuss using diet, medications and supplements, as well as the controversy, benefits and side effects of statin medicines.

Learn how to use essential oils safely and effectively for stress reduction. We will explore the science behind aroma therapy and how to discern high quality products from other products on the shelf.

Toxins, toxins everywhere! It seems like every month we learn about a product or food we have been using that is now deemed toxic. Help! Join us for a discussion surrounding the somewhat intimidating subject of environmental toxins. Learn how toxins impact our health and the different pathways the body uses to get rid of them. We will discuss how we can improve our elimination through an integrative lifestyle approach. This will include helping you identify the most common sources of environmental toxin exposure and practical strategies to help reduce your exposure as well as nutrition and lifestyle recommendations to help your body take out the toxic trash.

Has your provider recommended that you eliminate foods from your diet but struggle to wrap your mind around how to make that happen? This class is perfect for you! Learn about the key concepts of leaky gut, chronic inflammation, food allergy and intolerance and testing options. We will discuss practical tips and recipes on being successful for a 6-week elimination diet.

The average American breakfast is full of sugar, gluten and diary. We will walk you through some ways to fill the most important meal of the day with powerful proteins and sustaining healthy fats to keep your energy high throughout the day. We will discuss egg free options as well. This class is taught in the kitchen and you will be able to sample some recipes.

Ready to end that 4 o'clock texting with your significant other about what to do for dinner? Or even worse running through the fast food line because you have nothing at home or no creative energy at the end of the day to piece together a healthy meal? Have you gotten into a rut and eat the same things over and over? Leave this class with a folder of recipes to jump start your meal planning. We will discuss some tools that will help make being prepared a habit. This class is taught in the kitchen and you will be able to sample some recipes.

Let our experienced nutritionist will help you wade through the conflicting information about eating Keto. Participants will walk away with an understanding of what to avoid and the therapeutic foods to focus on while working towards a Keto-tarian style of eating. This class is taught in the kitchen and you will be able to sample some recipes.

The phytochemicals in fruits and vegetables are powerful for disease protection by building your immune system. This session will help you choose the best fruits and vegetables to build healthy cells and stimulate energy. Planning a weekly menu that builds healthy nutrients into each meal will be part of this group.

The right proteins are a powerful ally in your pursuit of optimal health and vitality. Selecting healthy proteins are important as well as learning ways to start your day out right with enough protein to stabilize your blood sugar and make you feel full. Recipes and easy meal building tips will be a part of this group to make your week successful.

Consuming the right fats while avoiding the wrong fats remains one of the most powerful nutritional tools to guard your health and maximize your wellness. Learn what types of fats are important to strengthen cells and build your brain and protect your heart.

Part of the American way is eating out. Learn how to make the best choices for you and your family when eating out and have a plan to follow before you even get to a restaurant. Snacking can actually be a helpful tool in reaching weight loss goals and achieving balanced energy throughout the day. Learn creative snack options that can be easily grabbed in that on-the-go lifestyle.

Manage stress by making healthful choices one step at a time can bring balance to overall energy and health. Mindfulness is a practice that develops your awareness of eating habits and allows you to pause between emotional triggers and your response. This session will help in understanding the emotional habits that have sabotaged your health in the past and help with new practices that calm and sooth and allow new actions to take place.