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Initial Consultation ~ What to Expect

What to Expect During Your Initial Consultation

Your first visit is where we begin uncovering the why behind your (or your child's) symptoms. It's a deep dive into health history, environment, nervous system, and patterns so we can begin addressing root causes, not just managing surface symptoms. This process allows us to create a personalized roadmap for healing that feels supportive, sustainable, and tailored to your unique needs. ​

Before Your Appointment

Prior to your consultation, KP will review your health history form, previous lab results, food diary, and any relevant history you've shared. This helps us make the most of our time together so that our session is focused, intentional, and clear. You'll receive instructions for submitting your forms and any existing test results ahead of time through your Practice Better client portal.​

During Your Consultation, We'll Explore:

  • Your Health History

    • We'll walk through your full health timeline — from preconception and pregnancy (if applicable), or early childhood through present day

    • This helps us identify patterns, triggering events, and areas where the body may have adapted or compensated

    • Review prior diagnoses and treatment plans 

    • Discuss developmental milestones 

  • Environment & Lifestyle

    • Discussion of environmental exposures such as water quality, mold, EMFs, and air quality

    • Exploration of daily habits, sleep, stress, and movement patterns that impact the nervous system 

  • Nutrition & Mineral Balance 

    • Review of current diet and potential food sensitivities 

    • Discussion of how mineral imbalances (like copper, zinc, magnesium, etc) influence mood, energy, and regulation 

    • Identification of possible nutrient deficiencies or absorption issues

  • Gut Health & Detox Pathways 

    • Discuss digestion, elimination, and microbiome 

    • Evaluation of possible hidden infections, yeast, or pathogens that can affect mood, focus, behavior, inflammation, and more

  • Genetic & Biochemical Factors

    • Review any known genetic findings (MTHFR, COMT, etc) and how they relate to methylation, histamine tolerance, detoxification, and more

    • Understanding these factors helps us choose the right form of nutrients and supports 

  • Nervous System

    • Assess overall stress patterns and identify whether the body is functioning in "fight, flight, or freeze"

    • Using The Regulation Ladder™, we'll connect your current state to underlying mineral and emotional patterns

  • Oxidative Stress

    • Identify signs of brain inflammation, cognitive issues, and stress 

    • Discuss signs of neurotransmitter imbalances

Post-Appointment

Before you leave, you'll receive a personalized client folder that includes everything you need to begin your next phase of care. ​

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Inside, you'll find:

  • Nutritional guidance tailored to your specific needs 

  • Lifestyle recommendations to support daily rhythms, detox pathways, and overall resilience

  • Nervous system tools from The Regulation Ladder™ framework to help you move toward safety and regulation

  • Supplement protocol with specific dosing, timing, and Fullscript access for professional-grade products + a discount on your order 

  • Testing recommendations (if applicable) for deeper insight into gut, hormone, mineral imbalances, genetic factors, and more

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This folder serves as your roadmap — a tangible plan you can refer to as you begin implementing changes at your own pace. A two week follow-up appointment is recommended to check-in on progress, review symptoms and struggles, and ensure our plan is helping you achieve your goals. 

Ready to look deeper?

Whether you're supporting your child's behavior, navigating postpartum changes, or simply ready to feel like yourself again, it all starts with understanding your body on a deeper level. 

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