Functional Medicine Naturopaths in Chicago, IL

As a Functional Medicine practitioner, I spend time with my patients, listening to their histories and looking at the interactions among genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that can influence health and complex, chronic disease.
Are you looking for answers to your health concerns? I take a holistic, functional medicine approach to identifying the root cause(s) that are driving one's condition. My approach is to find out where and why people are having roadblocks in their health and use an evidence-based approach that may include laboratory tests, diet, lifestyle, natural supplements or herbs and a referral for prescription meds when necessary to remove those obstacles and help patients regain their health. I specialize in Autoimmune conditions, Gastrointestinal conditions and Thyroid and Adrenal conditions.
As a Functional Medicine practitioner, I spend time with my patients, listening to their histories and looking at the interactions among genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that can influence health and complex, chronic disease.
Are you looking for answers to your health concerns? I take a holistic, functional medicine approach to identifying the root cause(s) that are driving one's condition. My approach is to find out where and why people are having roadblocks in their health and use an evidence-based approach that may include laboratory tests, diet, lifestyle, natural supplements or herbs and a referral for prescription meds when necessary to remove those obstacles and help patients regain their health. I specialize in Autoimmune conditions, Gastrointestinal conditions and Thyroid and Adrenal conditions.

As your committed Clinical Herbalist, Naturopath, and Functional Health Practitioner, I am here to empower you to overcome your health challenges through a natural, safe, and effective approach. My background is rooted in integrative medicine. This is why I strongly advocate for evidence-based medicinal therapies. My goal is to help identify your health issues, address the root cause, and promote wellness by helping you to achieve better health. I plan to help you leverage your body's intrinsic healing capability through root-cause analysis and individualized medicinal herbal support.
As your committed Clinical Herbalist, Naturopath, and Functional Health Practitioner, I am here to empower you to overcome your health challenges through a natural, safe, and effective approach. My background is rooted in integrative medicine. This is why I strongly advocate for evidence-based medicinal therapies. My goal is to help identify your health issues, address the root cause, and promote wellness by helping you to achieve better health. I plan to help you leverage your body's intrinsic healing capability through root-cause analysis and individualized medicinal herbal support.

I'm Dr. Kent and here's my story: The truth is I'm just like you! At the age of 35 I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism. For the next 10 years I took my thyroid medication faithfully and yet I never felt any better. Nothing really improved. I never had enough energy, I struggled to lose weight, I had a tendency toward depression; to put it mildly I was extremely frustrated. I'd go to my doctor and tell him about my fatigue, my depression and my inability to lose weight. He'd tell me my labs looked fine; it wasn't my thyroid.
I'm Dr. Kent and here's my story: The truth is I'm just like you! At the age of 35 I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism. For the next 10 years I took my thyroid medication faithfully and yet I never felt any better. Nothing really improved. I never had enough energy, I struggled to lose weight, I had a tendency toward depression; to put it mildly I was extremely frustrated. I'd go to my doctor and tell him about my fatigue, my depression and my inability to lose weight. He'd tell me my labs looked fine; it wasn't my thyroid.
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I am a naturopath in general practice. I help clients solve issues naturally through mind, body and spiritual balance. I invite you to review my Google reviews. I am currently working by phone, zoom only at this time.
I am a naturopath in general practice. I help clients solve issues naturally through mind, body and spiritual balance. I invite you to review my Google reviews. I am currently working by phone, zoom only at this time.

I understand what it's like to struggle with chronic health issues and not get the answers you need to live a healthy, happy life. This was my personal experience with my own health and what inspired me to design a Health Restoration Program which allows me to partner with individuals who want to take a deep dive into transforming their health. This program is ideal for women ages 30-70 who may be struggling with symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, headaches, depression, joint pain, hot flashes, digestive complaints, skin issues and insomnia. We all know that these symptoms can seriously affect a woman’s quality of life, and in
I understand what it's like to struggle with chronic health issues and not get the answers you need to live a healthy, happy life. This was my personal experience with my own health and what inspired me to design a Health Restoration Program which allows me to partner with individuals who want to take a deep dive into transforming their health. This program is ideal for women ages 30-70 who may be struggling with symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, headaches, depression, joint pain, hot flashes, digestive complaints, skin issues and insomnia. We all know that these symptoms can seriously affect a woman’s quality of life, and in

Naturopath Specializing in Natural Solutions to Chronic Health conditions.
Such as Allergies, Asthma, Autoimmune Disorders, Chronic Fatigue, Digestion, Fibromyalgia, Lyme, Migraines, Pain Management, Psoriasis, Weight Loss.
Educate, Not Medicate.
Naturopath Specializing in Natural Solutions to Chronic Health conditions.
Such as Allergies, Asthma, Autoimmune Disorders, Chronic Fatigue, Digestion, Fibromyalgia, Lyme, Migraines, Pain Management, Psoriasis, Weight Loss.
Educate, Not Medicate.
Online Naturopaths

Vital Signs Natural Health Inc., led by Dr. Kirsten Kessler, ND, specializes in helping women solve their digestive issues, harmonize their hormones and boost overall well-being. With personalized protocols and functional testing, patients are empowered to challenge the status quo and explore their health beyond feeling “fine”, being told their labs are “normal”, or that a symptom is “just part of aging”. With evidence-based practices and patient-driven solutions, you’ll experience transformative, compassionate wellness, so you can get back to feeling vital.
Vital Signs Natural Health Inc., led by Dr. Kirsten Kessler, ND, specializes in helping women solve their digestive issues, harmonize their hormones and boost overall well-being. With personalized protocols and functional testing, patients are empowered to challenge the status quo and explore their health beyond feeling “fine”, being told their labs are “normal”, or that a symptom is “just part of aging”. With evidence-based practices and patient-driven solutions, you’ll experience transformative, compassionate wellness, so you can get back to feeling vital.
Functional Medicine Naturopaths
What is functional medicine?
Functional medicine is an alternative model of healthcare that generally emphasizes a person-centered, rather than disease-centered, approach to health. It integrates conventional Western medical practices with more alternative approaches to health, emphasizing individualized services that take into account each individual's unique lifestyle, genetics, and medical history. The functional medicine model particularly emphasizes managing chronic conditions, especially for patients who haven't responded well to conventional medical treatments.
Practitioners include licensed medical doctors (MDs), osteopathic physicians (DOs), naturopathic doctors (NDs), and registered dietitians (RDs), who treat various conditions including chronic diseases, autoimmune disorders, digestive issues, hormonal dysfunction, and metabolic syndromes. However, patients should be aware that not all practitioners who practice functional medicine have licensure, and some modalities practiced by functional medicine providers are not supported by rigorous scientific research. Nevertheless, finding a functional medicine practitioner can be transformative for many clients who seek a more integrated approach to medicine that includes lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and stress management.
Practitioners include licensed medical doctors (MDs), osteopathic physicians (DOs), naturopathic doctors (NDs), and registered dietitians (RDs), who treat various conditions including chronic diseases, autoimmune disorders, digestive issues, hormonal dysfunction, and metabolic syndromes. However, patients should be aware that not all practitioners who practice functional medicine have licensure, and some modalities practiced by functional medicine providers are not supported by rigorous scientific research. Nevertheless, finding a functional medicine practitioner can be transformative for many clients who seek a more integrated approach to medicine that includes lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and stress management.