Transform Your Therapy Practice with Integrative Tools
Enhance your practice with services that seamlessly complement traditional therapy, offering a truly holistic approach to healing. Our evidence-based methods—Functional Health Coaching, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and Somatic Breathwork—are tailored to address the full range of your client’s needs, promoting deeper, more lasting outcomes.
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fUNCTIONAL HEALTH COACHING in LOUISVILLE, ky
When Unresolved Health Issues Block Mental Health Progress
As a therapist, you’ve likely seen it—clients working hard in sessions but struggling to make meaningful progress because of underlying physical imbalances. Poor diet, lack of movement, chronic inflammation, and lifestyle stressors can exacerbate mental health challenges, leaving you feeling like you’re fighting an uphill battle.
The truth is, the Standard American Diet—loaded with sugar, chemicals, and inflammatory additives—can disrupt both physical and emotional well-being. When key organs like the liver and kidneys are compromised, your clients’ bodies can’t produce the mood-stabilizing and anti-inflammatory compounds they need to heal.
Functional Health Coaching can help fill this gap.
By addressing these root causes, a Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach can empower your clients to reclaim their health—amplifying the impact of the work you’re already doing. Together, you can create the conditions for deeper, more sustainable mental and physical healing.
Whether you’re in Louisville, KY, or working virtually, Brooke is ready to partner with you to enhance your clients’ outcomes and lighten the load on your practice.
Does this sound like you?
✓ Your client has been making little to no progress in therapy, despite consistent effort and traditional interventions.
✓ You suspect that underlying physical health issues are impacting your client’s mental well-being, but addressing them feels beyond the scope of your practice.
✓ Your client struggles with chronic stress, fatigue, or unresolved health problems that seem to block their therapeutic progress.
✓ You’re concerned that your client’s mental health symptoms are tied to lifestyle factors such as diet, sleep, or physical activity, but you’re not sure how to address these holistically.
✓ You’re looking for a comprehensive approach that addresses both the mind and body, helping your client achieve the breakthrough they need.
✓ You believe in the power of integrative care and are eager to modernize your practice by incorporating holistic solutions that drive ideal outcomes for your clients.
Ready to Elevate Your Practice and Empower Your Clients?
Partner with us today to integrate Functional Health Coaching into your therapeutic approach and unlock deeper healing for your clients.
Let’s work together to create lasting change.
Healthy Dietary Interventions Can Reduce Depression Risk by 30%—Integrate Nutritional Care for Better Client Outcomes
Imagine your clients breaking through the mental health barriers that have been holding them back. By integrating Functional Health Coaching into their therapy, they can experience noticeable improvements in mood, mental clarity, and emotional resilience. Nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle aren’t just helpful additions or “advised”—they’re the foundation for sustained mental wellness.
What if optimizing gut health could drastically reduce the inflammation silently sabotaging your clients’ mood and cognitive function?
What if, by addressing the gut-brain axis, you could help your clients not only feel emotionally balanced but also more energized, well-rested, and fully alive?
Partnering with a Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach takes your practice to the next level.
You’d be offering a truly holistic approach—one that complements your therapeutic work by helping clients heal from the inside out. This is the key to unlocking lasting mental and physical well-being.
manual lymphatic drainage sessions in LOUISVILLE, KY
A Powerful, Gentle Tool to Support Your Clients' Healing Journey
MLD is a highly effective technique for clients dealing with chronic stress, post-surgical recovery, or inflammatory conditions. By gently stimulating the lymphatic system, it detoxifies the body, reduces swelling, and boosts the immune system.
But MLD’s benefits go far beyond the physical. It has a profound impact on mental well-being by lowering cortisol levels, calming the nervous system, and promoting deep relaxation.
Incorporating MLD into your practice gives your clients a truly holistic path to healing—supporting both their physical recovery and emotional resilience. It’s the perfect complement to traditional mental health treatments, whether you’re in Louisville, KY, or working with clients virtually.
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MLD is good for:
Detoxification
Reduction of cravings due to addictions
Reduced swelling
Pregnancy
Pre/Post Op
Bariatric
Joint replacement
Sports related injuries
Breast Cancer Reconstruction
C-Sections
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Auto-immunity
Allergies
Lipoedema
Lymphedema
Stress and Mental Health Symptoms
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Sessions last a duration of 60 minutes.
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(5) 60 min sessions: $575
(10) 60 min sessions: $1150
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While I do not take insurance, I do accept HSA. If you are coming to me as a result of a car accident, I can provide an invoice you can submit for reimbursement or I can bill PIP directly.
Reduces Chronic Inflammation:
Chronic inflammation can weigh heavily on your clients, particularly those facing conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or autoimmune disorders. Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) offers relief by gently stimulating the lymphatic system to remove excess fluid and toxins, easing inflammation and providing much-needed relief for those managing long-term health challenges.
Enhances Immune Function:
A strong immune system is crucial for overall well-being, and MLD can help by optimizing the flow of lymph fluid, the body’s natural defense mechanism. By supporting efficient lymphatic movement, MLD enhances your clients' immune response, helping protect against infections and promoting a more resilient body.
Alleviates Stress and Anxiety:
For clients grappling with chronic stress or anxiety, the calming, rhythmic touch of MLD can be transformative. By activating the parasympathetic nervous system, MLD naturally reduces cortisol levels, encouraging deep relaxation and restoring a sense of calm.
Supports Post-Surgical Recovery:
Whether your clients are recovering from breast cancer or cosmetic surgeries, MLD is an essential tool for reducing post-surgical swelling and speeding up healing. The gentle stimulation of the lymphatic system helps minimize discomfort and promotes quicker recovery, offering both physical relief and emotional reassurance during the healing process.
Improves Skin Health and Detoxification:
Give your clients the gift of glowing from the inside out. By flushing out toxins and excess fluids, MLD naturally enhances skin tone, reduces puffiness, and promotes a healthier, more vibrant complexion. It’s a gentle, effective way to support detoxification while boosting your clients’ outward appearance and inner health.
Addresses Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia:
For clients suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia, MLD can provide relief by reducing muscle pain, stiffness, and fatigue through the gentle stimulation of the lymphatic system.
Regulates the Nervous System:
MLD’s soothing techniques help regulate the vagus nerve, an essential player in managing stress and emotional resilience. For clients with PTSD or trauma-related conditions, MLD can ease tension and improve emotional stability, making it a powerful tool in their journey to recovery and well-being.
Safe Touch for Trauma Survivors:
For trauma survivors, trust in their own bodies can feel lost. MLD provides a gentle, non-invasive way to reintroduce safe, therapeutic touch. This nurturing technique helps rebuild a sense of trust and security within their own bodies, fostering healing in a respectful, trauma-informed manner.
Take the first step—book a consultation now and discover how MLD can complement your therapeutic work.
somatic therapy sessions
Help Your Clients Access the Body’s Wisdom
For clients seeking deep emotional healing and reconnection with their bodies, Somatic Breathwork offers a unique, body-centered approach to healing that goes beyond traditional talk therapy. By integrating safe, guided breathwork, clients are able release years of stored trauma, build resiliency in their nervous system, create a sense of safety within their bodies, and achieve lasting emotional health.
Support Trauma Release + Rebuild Self-Safety
Trauma often takes root in the body, showing up as chronic tension, pain, and a disconnection from the physical self as a way to cope. Somatic Breathwork offers a powerful yet gentle approach to help clients access and release these stored traumas, using guided breathing techniques to reconnect with their bodies and rebuild a sense of safety from within.
Ethical Collaboration with Mental Health Therapists
Somatic Breathwork complements the work of mental health professionals by incorporating safe, therapeutic touch within strict ethical guidelines. This partnership ensures clients receive comprehensive, holistic care to support their healing journey.
Supports Trauma Recovery without Re-Traumatization
Unlike many methods that risk re-triggering clients by revisiting painful memories through narratives, Somatic Breathwork focuses on physical sensations in the body. This approach allows clients to heal without reliving trauma, fostering presence and empowering deeper recovery.
Facilitates Emotional Expression
Somatic Breathwork helps clients access and release emotions that may be difficult to reach through verbal therapy alone. This body-centered approach allows for the processing of unconscious feelings, offering profound emotional relief and supporting nervous system regulation.
Empower Your Clients with the Healing Power of Somatic Breathwork
Sessions Open 2025
Help your clients achieve lasting emotional health by integrating Somatic Therapy into your practice. Whether they’re struggling with trauma, chronic stress, or anxiety, this body-centered approach can unlock deeper healing and results.
Here’s What’s Included
Personalized Health Assessments
We begin with a comprehensive health assessment to understand your client's unique needs. This involves an in-depth look at their current lifestyle, diet, mental health, and any specific concerns they may have.
Mind-Body Integration
Our approach integrates somatic practices, including breathwork and mindfulness exercises, to help clients manage stress and regulate their nervous system. This holistic approach supports the body's natural healing processes and fosters mental clarity and emotional balance.
Tailored Nutrition + Lifestyle Strategies
We collaborate to develop personalized strategies that focus on anti-inflammatory nutrition, mindful eating, and sustainable lifestyle habits. This helps in reducing symptoms like anxiety and promotes overall mental wellness.
Collaborative Goal Setting
Coaching sessions involve collaborative goal setting where clients are empowered to take charge of their health. We work together to create a three-month plan tailored to their wellness vision, with specific, actionable steps towards achieving their goals.
Virtual Accessibility
All coaching services are available virtually, ensuring that clients can access support from the comfort of their own home, making the process convenient and adaptable to their schedules.
*Flexible scheduling available*
Client-Centered Approach
Our coaching is rooted in self-determination and self-regulation theories, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for self-discovery and personal growth. We prioritize the client’s autonomy, allowing them to lead their wellness journey while we provide guidance and support.
Gut-Brain Axis Focus
Our coaching emphasizes the critical connection between the gut and brain, known as the gut-brain axis. By addressing gut health, we work to reduce inflammation and improve mental health outcomes, including anxiety and mood regulation.
Ongoing Support +Accountability
Regular sessions ensure consistent progress, with follow-up sessions designed to address obstacles, reassess goals, and maintain motivation. We utilize motivational interviewing techniques to keep clients on track.
Time Investment:
3 Month Minimum
Empowering your clients to achieve lasting wellness requires commitment, but the outcomes can be transformative. With a minimum three-month partnership, we provide the tools, support, and integrative strategies necessary for your clients to thrive. Whether the goal is to enhance mental health, reduce anxiety, or establish sustainable lifestyle changes, we’re here to collaborate with you every step of the way.
The Integrative Process
Collaborative Care with Privacy at the Forefront
Our approach ensures seamless collaboration with mental health professionals while prioritizing your clients' privacy. We work closely with you to integrate holistic strategies into your practice, all within a framework that respects and safeguards patient confidentiality.
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HIPAA-Compliant Consultation
Establish a secure and compliant partnership that ensures client confidentiality.
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Custom Integrative Wellness Plan
Develop a personalized wellness plan that aligns with your therapeutic goals.
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Ongoing Collaboration and Updates
Provide regular updates and adjust the wellness plan as needed, with continuous communication that respects HIPAA standards.
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Final Review and Continued Support
Review the overall progress and outcomes, ensuring the integrated approach has met your client's goals.
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"Brooke’s collaboration with my therapist has been such a thorough process. I have a cohesive plan that considers my needs across a larger spectrum. This teamwork accelerated my progress and made therapy sessions more impactful. I feel truly supported from all sides. "
Taylor F.
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"I had been to so many doctors without finding real answers. Brooke’s program was immediately different—she looked at the whole picture and asked the right questions. Now, I’m not only feeling better in my body, but I also have a deeper understanding of how to maintain my health. This level of care has been transformative. I’m so thankful."
Maria L.
FAQs
Functional Health Coaching
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Functional Health Coaching focuses on the connection between the gut and brain, addressing overall wellness through personalized nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and mind-body integration. It’s designed to complement mental health treatments by reducing inflammation and improving emotional resilience.
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Functional Health Coaching is a forward-looking approach that emphasizes self-discovery, empowerment, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
Unlike a nutritionist, functional health coaching approaches holistic practices like nutrition and breathwork to support overall mental and physical health.
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I will never tell clients what, when or how much to eat.
Depending on what is going on I can provide guidelines, suggests, our talk about different food philosophies (gluten free, paleo, intermittent fasting, etc.)
It is my intention to assist clients in increasing their awareness so that they can determine how certain foods affect them.
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As a mental health professional, your role is crucial in identifying clients who may benefit from a holistic, integrative approach. You’ll provide insight into their mental health needs, and we’ll collaborate to develop a complementary wellness plan. Your involvement helps ensure that our coaching and somatic therapies align seamlessly with your existing treatment plans, enhancing overall client outcomes.
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We prioritize patient privacy and adhere strictly to confidentiality protocols. Any collaboration with mental health professionals involves obtaining signed authorizations from clients to share relevant information.
We communicate only the necessary details to maintain client confidentiality while ensuring a coordinated and effective approach to their care.
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Clients can expect a supportive partnership where they are in control of their wellness journey.
We’ll create a personalized plan focused on their goals, with ongoing sessions that include mindfulness exercises, breathwork, and progress reviews to help them achieve lasting change.
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Virtual Functional Health Coaching sessions are conducted via Zoom, making it easy and convenient for clients to participate from anywhere. During these sessions, clients receive the same personalized support and guidance as they would in person. We utilize video conferencing to create an interactive experience, where we discuss goals, track progress, and engage in practices like mindfulness and breathwork. The virtual format allows for flexibility while maintaining the effectiveness of the coaching process.
Somatic Breathwork
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Somatic Breathwork involves using breathwork and body awareness to help clients release stored trauma and regulate their nervous system. It’s a holistic approach that doesn’t require revisiting past events or “getting into the story” but focuses on undigested eMOTION, allowing the nervous system to safely discharge and the nervous system to regulate.
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Somatic Breathwork supports mental health by addressing the body’s physical responses to trauma and stress. Through breathwork and body-focused techniques, it helps clients achieve emotional regulation and resilience, enhancing the effectiveness of traditional therapy.
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Clients typically lie down in a comfortable position while being guided through breathwork exercises. The session may involve music, light touch (with permission), and guidance on breath patterns. The goal is to help the body release tension and return to a state of calm.
A discharge can be anything your body needs to do to release stored e-motion (energy in motion). That can be anything from crying, shaking, using the voice. As a Somatic Breathwork facilitator, I will contain the discharge so that they never overwhelm your client’s system.
Safe discharge is slowly letting the air out of the balloon. If the discharge is not controlled but let go in a chaotic manner, the nervous system can become overwhelmed and potentially overwhelm the client.
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Somatic Breathwork is generally safe, but it may not be suitable for individuals with certain cardiovascular issues, high blood pressure, recent surgeries, or are pregnant. It’s important to assess each client’s individual health status before starting therapy.
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Virtual Somatic Breathwork sessions are conducted via Zoom. Clients position their camera to allow the facilitator to observe their physical state. The therapist provides real-time guidance on breath patterns and pacing, ensuring clients feel supported and safe throughout the session. While physical touch isn't possible, the therapist’s verbal cues and presence help create a healing environment.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MDL)
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MLD is a gentle, non-invasive massage technique designed to stimulate the lymphatic system, helping to remove toxins, reduce swelling, and promote overall healing. It’s particularly beneficial for clients recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic inflammation, or managing stress.
By placing a stretch on the skin, we are able to assist the capillaries and vessels open up allowing the lymphatic fluid to pass through. The lymph system does not have a pumping mechanism like the circulatory system. The circulatory system relies on heart to move blood. The lymph system relies on muscular contraction.
Normal Lymph flood moves at about 10-12 beats per minute. With MLD, we can increase the velocity up to 120 beats per minute. If there is an obstruction in the flow of lymph, it can back up creating swelling, edema, adhesions, fibroids, infection, etc.
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No. MLD is a very light but effective massage technique. I apply about the weight of a nickel to create a stretch on the skin. Any heavier, we are bypassing the lymph system and treating the muscle.
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MLD can significantly reduce cortisol levels, which helps in managing stress, anxiety, and depression. By regulating the parasympathetic nervous system, it also aids in creating a sense of calm and well-being, making it an excellent complement to mental health treatments.
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During an MLD session, clients can choose to remain clothed or disrobe under sheets. The technique involves light, rhythmic movements that encourage lymphatic flow, with the goal of reducing inflammation and supporting the body’s natural healing processes.
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People can have many different responses to MLD.
Some have a great increase of energy, some people need to take a nap. Some people don’t feel anything, that does not mean the lymph isn’t moving.
Some people simply notice an increase in urination or even an odor. Some clients might experience a headache or a relief in allergy symptoms. It really depends on the level of debris that needs to be processed out the of the body.
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MLD is most effective when performed in person due to the hands-on nature of the therapy. While virtual guidance can be provided for self-care techniques, the benefits of professional, hands-on MLD are unmatched, especially for those with trauma or chronic conditions.
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Ready to Enhance Your Practice ?
Let’s discuss how our holistic approach can complement your mental health services in Louisville, KY or virtually. Schedule a free discovery call and explore how we can work together for your clients’ optimal wellness.