Functional Medicine (Monterey, Santa Cruz, & Telehealth)

Are you a woman who is ready to take charge of your hormones, your health, and your life?

If so, you’re in the right place! I serve highly motivated women who want to:

Go beyond what conventional medicine alone has to offer.
Stop taking pills to mask symptoms and instead get to the bottom of why they feel out of whack.
Trust their body’s ability to heal and thrive, now and for the future, with a holistic approach.

If this resonates, you are the right candidate for a holistic functional medicine approach!

Book a 20-minute call with Dr. Laura ($67)

You’ve done your research: listened to podcasts, watched TikTok videos and Instagram reels, or consulted Dr. Google. The information can be confusing and overwhelming, and you are left wondering what is right for you. Here’s where I come in. I can help you stop spending your precious free time trying to diagnose and solve your health problems on your own. Let an expert help you determine what’s right, and safe, for you. I’ll help you restore your energy, clear your brain fog, even out your hormones, de-inflame your body, and boost your metabolism – all with a holistic functional medicine approach. Get ready to feel your best – after all, you have important things to do with your life!

Working with Laura remotely during perimenopause was the best thing ever.

I can’t say enough about Dr. Laura Paris. Working with her was the best thing I could have ever done. I am 48 years old, and this year, perimenopause and stomach problems hit me hard. I started having major anxiety, dizzy spells, stomach problems, and many other symptoms. Laura was able to do several tests such as Dutch testing, GI map, and we also did a food sensitivity test. Through natural herbs that she mixed up for me and several supplements, I am starting to feel like myself again. She takes the time to listen and get to know you. She shows compassion and really cares for her patients no matter how far away they are. This was money well spent, and I would definitely recommend her.

Kai

How can Dr. Laura Paris help you with functional medicine?

In my practice, you will not experience rushed visits or prescriptions that band-aid your symptoms. I see myself as an insightful health detective who takes the time to get to the bottom of why you are struggling. I’ll order investigative labs that provide insight into underlying body systems that need help, such as your gut microbiome, hormones, or blood sugar. Then, I thoughtfully create a holistic treatment plan that matches you personally. You’ll know exactly how to modify your lifestyle, food, and supplements so that your body can heal and thrive. You can stop guessing and researching, and trust a well-trained expert with over 20 years of clinical experience helping people just like you.

Is this approach right for you?

If you’re willing and able to invest in your health and do the work, this is for you. “Work” means appointments every six weeks until goals are met, and homework on your own in between. Specifically, you are a woman who is:

Motivated to make lifestyle modifications (in diet, exercise, sleep, and stress reduction) that serve your body mind, and spirit – so that you can be present and energetic for the people and passions in your life.
Eager to optimize your hormones (during times of menstrual cycles, trying to conceive, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause) so that you can feel your best through all these female transitions.
Willing to invest in and take supplements that work and are right for you, with a full understanding of the why behind them.
Prepared to complete and pay for investigative labs that give important insight into your hormones, nutrient status, metabolism, immune system, gut health, and more. We rely on your actual data instead of guessing!

What does the process look like?

The key word is “process.” Functional medicine is rarely a “one-and-done” appointment. It takes time to solve and heal multiple symptoms that have plagued you for months or years. My typical patient requires a follow-up visit every six weeks until we reach their goals. I do offer “single” appointments for those who prefer to come as needed; however, I highly encourage people to choose our “monthly healing program,” which saves money and provides the means for transformative, deeper, consistent work. The Road to Remission is a special program I created specifically for women with autoimmune conditions. This four-month program includes sessions with our certified health coach and more.

Laura helped resolve my gut issues.

I first sought a functional medicine approach for gut dysbiosis symptoms. I chose to work with Laura because she was highly recommended. I made a lot of progress during our three months together. My biggest health issue was SIBO, which Laura helped me resolve. Now, I can move on and deal with other, less crucial health issues. The things I like most about Laura are her warmth, openness, and availability. Plus her vast knowledge of natural medicine. Laura excels at what she does. I only have praise.

Ginger

Who do we work with?

Dr. Laura’s specializes in four primary areas of women’s health:

Hormones: menstrual cycle issues, moods, headaches, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause.
Metabolism: healing from injuries that limit movement and exercise, weight and blood sugar issues, insulin resistance, and high cholesterol.
Immune: remission from autoimmune flares, frequent illness, allergies, sinus congestion/infection, and excess histamine.
Gut: bloating, indigestion, constipation, loose stools, food sensitivities, nutrition, and gut microbiome issues.

To find out if working with me is right for you, contact me directly or book a discovery call:

BOOK A 20 MINUTE CALL WITH Dr. LAURA ($67)

You can work with me from anywhere in the United States or locally in Santa Cruz (Capitola) and Monterey, California.