The skin has natural bacteria that live on it to help balance the pH and prevent bad bacteria from overgrowing. When this barrier is compromised, through inflammation, open wounds, flaking, or quick skin turnover, the skin can no longer do its job of protecting and regulating the body the way it should.
Unhealthy skin can show up in different ways. Most skin conditions are correlated to poor microbiome (gut flora), parasites, poor environment, hormonal dis-regulation, and sometimes food sensitivities, although I find this is commonly a contributing factor, rather than the root cause.
Common skin conditions include:
Common testing I use is a GI MAP Stool test, which can tell us the composition of your microbiome, parasites, and bacteria or viral overgrowth. I also use an Organic Acids Test (OAT test) to tell us about fungal overgrowth.
An IgG food test may be needed to address food issues.
We begin with testing to understand your body chemistry, with a strong focus on microbiome health. From there, we create sustainable changes and, when needed, use short-term protocols to help the body reset. We also support the skin barrier and pH using targeted botanicals and daily habits.
I also use Traditional Chinese Medicine to understand your constitution and address patterns such as hormonal or cycle-related imbalances. Modalities such as acupuncture and homeopathy support immune function and help restore overall organ system balance.
We also work on rewiring the patterns that influence the skin through the nervous system. This includes emotions, beliefs, and stored stress responses. I use hypnotherapy, breath work, and cognitive restructuring to help shift your inner dialogue and support more lasting change, so the skin can calm and become more resilient over time.
The Comprehensive Initial Visit is where we take the time to understand your full picture and build a plan that actually fits your body.
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