
Hello, I’m Cathy
I am a Functional Medicine Coach specializing in women’s gut, hormone, and metabolic health. My passion for this work comes from my own 20-year journey with chronic gut issues and an autoimmune condition called fibromyalgia. Along the way, I discovered that quick fixes and “Band-Aid” solutions were never the answer to true, lasting healing.
This realization fueled my curiosity to dive deep into research, ask the hard questions, and uncover the root causes of my health challenges. That path ultimately led me to functional medicine—a true game-changer that helped me find real answers and move beyond simply managing symptoms.
Now, it’s my mission to share this knowledge with other women who deserve to feel seen, heard, and empowered in their health journey. I am committed to supporting you—no matter where you are—on your path toward vibrant health and lasting wellness.
Many people come to me after years of searching for answers. They've tried different approaches, seen multiple providers, and have often been told that everything looks normal—even though they know they don't feel their best.
This is where Functional Medicine offers a different perspective.
Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, Functional Medicine looks at the body as an interconnected system. It seeks to understand the underlying factors that may be contributing to imbalance, including nutrition, gut health, stress, sleep, hormones, environmental exposures, and lifestyle habits.
I believe the body was designed to heal, but sometimes it needs the right support.
My approach is centered on listening carefully, gathering meaningful information, and creating personalized strategies that address the whole person—not just a diagnosis or a collection of symptoms. When appropriate, I use both foundational and advanced laboratory testing to gain a clearer understanding of what may be impacting health.
Functional Medicine is not about quick fixes or one-size-fits-all solutions. It is about uncovering patterns, identifying opportunities for healing, and empowering individuals to make sustainable changes that support long-term wellness.
My goal is to help you better understand your body, restore balance, and move forward with confidence on your health journey.
Functional Nutrition investigates the underlying imbalances and root causes of your symptoms & health issues. We then use food, lifestyle strategies, and targeted supplements to address them. An integrative approach focuses on the whole person, addressing mind, body, and spirit. When working together, we won’t just talk about nutrition, but also include other areas that impact health such as stress management, sleep, movement, and mindset.
I do not accept insurance.
The 1 on 1 program investment ranges from $2100 - $3500 over 4-6 months with payment plans available (this does not include the cost of functional lab testing + services). On average clients work with me for 4-6 months.
Absolutely! Blood work provides a lot of key information that can point to imbalances or other things that are going on in the body, even if you were told your results were normal. I may suggest ordering more labs depending on what we received and your current situation.
Since there is no one size fits all, the specific functional labs ordered are determined after the initial assessment and are unique to your needs. These may include HTMA mineral testing, GI MAP stool test, blood work, iodine testing, hormone testing, etc. Most of these labs are able to be collected in the comfort of your home excluding blood labs which are completed at your local LabCorp.

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