Functional Medicine

How Reiki Enhances Functional Medicine

At Divine Creatures Reiki, we believe healing is most powerful when it honors both science and spirit. Reiki therapy beautifully complements functional medicine by addressing the energetic and emotional layers that often underlie chronic illness. While functional medicine works to uncover and treat root causes through lab testing, nutrition, and personalized protocols, Reiki supports the body’s natural ability to heal by restoring energetic balance, reducing stress, and calming the nervous system. Together, these modalities offer a truly holistic path—one that supports not only physical health, but emotional clarity, mental peace, and spiritual alignment.

What is Functional Medicine?

Functional medicine is a holistic, patient-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease, rather than just treating symptoms. It views the body as an interconnected system—where imbalances in one area (like digestion, stress, hormones, or inflammation) can affect the whole.


Key Principles of Functional Medicine:

  1. Root-Cause Focused
     Instead of asking, “What drug matches the disease?” it asks, “Why did this problem begin, and how do we restore balance?”
  2. Patient-Centered
     Each person is seen as unique. Functional medicine looks at genetics, lifestyle, environment, and history to create personalized care.
  3. Integrative Tools
     Combines modern diagnostics (lab tests, imaging) with natural therapies like:
  • Nutrition & supplements
  • Mind-body practices
  • Stress reduction
  • Detoxification
  • Movement
  • Herbal or functional botanicals
  1. Systems-Based Approach
     It doesn’t treat isolated symptoms or organs but looks at how systems (like the gut, immune system, and hormones) interact.
  2. Partnership Model
     The doctor works with the patient as a guide and educator, not just a prescriber.


Common Conditions Functional Medicine Treats Well:

  • Autoimmune disorders (e.g. Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis)
  • Gut issues (IBS, leaky gut, SIBO)
  • Chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia
  • Hormonal imbalances (PCOS, thyroid, menopause)
  • Anxiety, depression, and brain fog
  • Chronic inflammation and mystery illnesses
  • Metabolic conditions like diabetes or weight resistance



Example: Conventional vs. Functional Approach

Condition

  • IBS
  • Depression
  • Autoimmunity

Conventional Approach

  • Antispasmodics, fiber, laxatives
  • Antidepressants
  • Immunosuppressive drugs

Functional Medicine Approach

  • Gut microbiome testing, diet changes, stress care
  • Nutrient analysis, gut-brain axis, lifestyle shift
  • Identify triggers, heal gut, reduce inflammation

Functional Medicine in a Nutshell:

It’s like being a health detective—digging deep to understand why illness happens and how to bring the body back into its natural state of balance and healing.

From firsthand experience, If you're looking for a trusted approach to health and healing, I highly recommend Catalyst Wellness. Their team of skilled practitioners offers a wide range of holistic services—from functional medicine and nutrition counseling to acupuncture, and personalized wellness coaching. What sets them apart is their deep commitment to treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—with compassion and integrity. Whether you're navigating chronic health challenges or simply seeking more balance in your life, Catalyst Wellness provides a safe, supportive space for transformation. Learn more or book a consultation at https://www.catalystwellnessaz.com/

JJ Quinn, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Advanced Clinical Master Nutrition Response Testing®,

Licensed Acupuncturist, Functional Nutrition Specialist