Reviewed by Dr. Tawainna Houston, ND, MDiv | Updated September 2026
Virtual naturopathic wellness consulting combines an in-depth health conversation, patient education, appropriate laboratory review, and a personalized wellness plan. It is designed for people who want to better understand patterns in their health and take practical steps toward improved well-being.
How can functional lab testing personalize a wellness plan?
Functional testing can provide additional context. Depending on the concern, testing may explore digestive function, nutrient status, glucose and insulin patterns, cholesterol particles, stress physiology, or other individualized disturbances. Results are interpreted alongside your symptoms, history, medications, conventional laboratory findings, nutrition, sleep, stress, and goals.
Testing is not a fishing expedition and no panel explains everything. The most useful test is one that answers a specific question and can reasonably change the wellness plan. Findings may help prioritize nutrition recommendations, lifestyle strategies, patient education, follow-up, and individualized herbal or nutritional supplements when appropriate.
What should someone expect from a virtual naturopathic wellness consultation?
- A comprehensive wellness assessment: You discuss your primary concerns, health history, symptoms, routines, stress, sleep, digestion, nutrition, medications, supplements, previous testing, and goals.
- Pattern-focused evaluation: Dr. Houston considers how different parts of your health may be connected rather than viewing each symptom in isolation.
- Thoughtful testing decisions: Existing results are reviewed and additional conventional or functional testing may be discussed when it is likely to add value.
- A personalized wellness plan: Recommendations may include nutrition, movement, sleep, stress support, natural therapies, and supplements selected for your individual needs.
- Education and accountability: You learn why recommendations were made, what to track, and how follow-up can help you adjust and sustain the plan.
What virtual consulting does—and does not—provide
Virtual wellness consulting offers professional, whole-person education and natural wellness strategies. It is not emergency care and does not replace necessary diagnostic evaluation, prescription management, or urgent monitoring. Dr. Houston may offer alternative natural therapies that complement conventional care and help optimize wellness.
The first step is a free discovery call to discuss your goals and determine whether the service is a good fit. A $50 deposit is required to reserve the appointment and is used to encourage attendance; the applicable appointment terms are provided when scheduling.