# Functional and Integrative Wellness - Link: https://myorchidwellness.com/functional-wellness/ - Published: 2026-05-25T21:32:36-05:00 - Author: Chelsea 👩🏾‍💻 Telehealth available in TX, NY, VA & DC, including **weekends & evening hours** at [telehealth.myorchidwellness.com](https://telehealth.myorchidwellness.com) [Home](https://myorchidwellness.com/)/Functional & Integrative Wellness Root-Cause Care  •  Carrollton, TX & Telehealth # Functional & Integrative Wellness:⏎ _Find the Root Cause_ Your labs are “normal,” but you still don’t feel well. There is a difference between the absence of disease and the presence of health. Functional and integrative medicine looks deeper, at root causes and not just symptoms, to understand why your body is not functioning the way it should. HTMA Testing DUTCH Testing GI-MAP Micronutrient Analysis Organic Acids Telehealth Available [Book Your $250 Consultation](https://myorchidwellness.com/functional-wellness/#book) [Free Discovery Call](https://calendar.app.google/XZFapBWnbsG4GvAe9) 8+ advanced testing categories, each ordered based on your specific symptom picture 2 yrs of prior labs and imaging you can upload to your portal for Chelsea to review 1 live results review with Chelsea, in person or by telehealth, to turn your results into a clear plan “ "Your labs look **normal**" is not the same as "There is nothing wrong." It means the standard tests did not catch it. **Functional medicine asks a different set of questions.** Chelsea Asante, FNP-C, APRN, Orchid Wellness A Different Approach ## Standard care asks⏎ "What disease do you have?"_We ask why._ Conventional medicine is built around diagnosing and treating disease. It is extraordinarily good at that. But there is a wide gap between disease and optimal health, and millions of people live in that gap feeling exhausted, foggy, inflamed, and dismissed. Functional and integrative medicine fills that gap. It looks at your body as an interconnected system including hormones, gut health, mineral balance, cellular nutrition, stress physiology, and more, and uses advanced testing to find patterns that standard labs can miss. At Orchid Wellness in Carrollton, Texas, Chelsea Asante, FNP-C brings a clinical lens to functional testing, interpreting results in the context of your full health picture and building a plan that is actionable, not overwhelming. Standard Approach Functional Approach Treats symptoms as they appear Investigates root causes driving symptoms Normal range = no action needed Optimal range = where you actually feel well Standard labs ordered annually Advanced testing matched to your symptom picture Prescription as first response Root cause addressed through targeted intervention Short, time-limited appointments In-depth intake plus a dedicated results review Body treated in isolated systems Body assessed as an interconnected whole Who This Is For ## You have been told⏎ _everything looks fine._ Functional and integrative wellness is for patients who are still searching for answers. Chelsea applies the MySWANS™ framework, Sleep, Water, Activity, Nutrition, and Stress Management, to build a whole-person picture from your test results. If any of these sound familiar, this work is for you. 😴 ### Chronic Fatigue and Low Energy You sleep enough but wake up exhausted. Caffeine barely works anymore. Your energy never fully returns no matter what you try. 🧠 ### Brain Fog and Cognitive Decline Difficulty concentrating, word-finding problems, memory lapses, mental cloudiness that was not there before. ⚖️ ### Unexplained Weight Struggles You eat well and exercise but cannot lose weight, or gain weight without explanation. Your metabolism feels broken. 🌡️ ### Hormone Imbalance PMS, irregular cycles, perimenopause symptoms, mood swings, low libido, or thyroid symptoms that have not been fully addressed. 🫁 ### Gut and Digestive Issues Bloating, constipation, diarrhea, food sensitivities, or IBS-like symptoms that come and go without a clear cause. 🔥 ### Chronic Inflammation Joint pain, skin conditions, frequent illness, or inflammatory markers that never quite normalize. 😰 ### Stress and Burnout Wired but tired. Anxiety that spills into physical symptoms. Difficulty recovering from stress the way you used to. 💊 ### Dismissed or Undertreated You have seen multiple providers. Labs come back normal. You are offered antidepressants or told to reduce stress. You know something more is going on. 🌱 ### Proactive Optimization You feel generally well but want a deeper picture of how your body is functioning and where to focus for long-term resilience. Advanced Functional Testing ## A deeper look at⏎ _what standard labs miss._ The tests below represent the range of functional assessments available through Orchid Wellness. Every test is ordered based on your individual symptom picture and health history, never as a shopping list. Your consultation is the starting point. How testing works at Orchid Wellness Testing is ordered through your **$250 functional consultation** with Chelsea Asante, FNP-C. You complete a detailed intake and upload your prior labs through your patient portal, a core lab panel is ordered, and Chelsea recommends the specific functional tests that will give you the most useful clinical picture. Most tests can be completed from home using a collection kit mailed directly to you. **You will never be handed a generic test panel without context.** Hormone and Adrenal Health ### DUTCH Complete Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones One of the most comprehensive functional hormone tests available. Measures sex hormones, adrenal hormones, cortisol rhythm, melatonin, oxidative stress, and hormone metabolites, giving a complete picture of how your body produces, uses, and clears hormones over a full day. Reveals patterns like: Estrogen dominance Cortisol dysregulation Androgen imbalance Melatonin deficiency HRT monitoring ### DUTCH Adrenal Adrenal Hormone Profile Focused assessment measuring cortisol and DHEA across four time points throughout the day. Shows how your stress response (HPA axis) is functioning, including cortisol rhythm patterns a single morning cortisol test can miss. Reveals patterns like: Cortisol rhythm patterns HPA axis dysregulation Cortisol curve abnormalities Low DHEA Mineral Balance and Heavy Metals ### Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis HTMA A non-invasive test using a small hair sample to measure mineral levels and ratios, and possible heavy metal exposure patterns, over about a 3-month period. Reveals mineral patterns linked to energy, thyroid function, blood sugar regulation, adrenal health, and more. Reveals patterns like: Calcium/magnesium imbalance Heavy metal exposure patterns Zinc/copper dysregulation Mineral ratios Adrenal pattern ### Heavy Metals Panel Blood or Urine Measures circulating or recently excreted levels of toxic metals including mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, and aluminum. Often a missing piece in patients with unexplained neurological symptoms, fatigue, or inflammatory conditions. Reveals patterns like: Mercury toxicity Lead burden Arsenic exposure Environmental toxin load Gut Health and Digestive Function ### GI-MAP Gastrointestinal Microbial Assay Plus One of the most comprehensive stool tests available. Uses DNA-based analysis to identify bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi, and antibiotic resistance genes, plus markers for inflammation, immune function, digestion, and gut barrier health. Reveals patterns like: Dysbiosis H. pylori Intestinal permeability markers Parasites Yeast overgrowth Inflammation markers ### Food Sensitivity Panel IgG / IgA Reactivity Identifies delayed immune reactions to specific foods, different from IgE allergies. Food reactivity may contribute to bloating, fatigue, skin concerns, joint pain, and brain fog that are never connected to diet. **Please note:** IgG and IgA results do not diagnose food allergy or intolerance. We use them to guide a structured elimination and reintroduction plan, not to permanently remove foods. Reveals patterns like: Gluten reactivity Dairy reactivity Hidden trigger foods Inflammatory food patterns Cellular Health and Metabolic Function ### Organic Acids Test OAT A comprehensive urine-based test measuring metabolic byproducts that reflect how your body is functioning at the cellular level. Covers mitochondrial energy production, neurotransmitter metabolism, B vitamin status, yeast and bacterial overgrowth, and oxidative stress, all in one panel. Reveals patterns like: Mitochondrial dysfunction Neurotransmitter imbalance Yeast overgrowth Oxidative stress B vitamin deficiency ### Micronutrient Panel Intracellular Nutrient Testing Measures intracellular levels of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids, measuring levels inside your cells, not just in your blood. It adds context that standard serum testing may not capture. Reveals patterns like: Intracellular magnesium Vitamin D status Antioxidant depletion Amino acid deficiency CoQ10 levels Genetic and Methylation ### MTHFR and Methylation Panel SNP Analysis Analyzes key genetic variants in your methylation pathway, the biochemical process involved in detoxification, mood regulation, and DNA repair. Common MTHFR variants are found in a large share of the population, so results are interpreted alongside homocysteine, folate, and B12 levels. Reveals patterns like: MTHFR variants Folate processing Homocysteine risk Detox capacity Mood pathway SNPs **More testing options coming.** Chelsea is actively researching additional functional panels including mold and mycotoxin testing, Lyme and co-infection panels, and advanced cardiovascular markers. If you have a specific testing need, mention it during your discovery call. Your Journey ## From consultation⏎ _to answers._ 01 Book Your Consultation Book your $250 functional consultation. Once it is paid, you receive secure access to your patient portal. Available to patients in TX, NY, VA, and DC. 02 Complete Your Intake Complete your detailed intake online and upload up to two years of prior labs and imaging. A core lab panel is ordered so Chelsea sees the complete picture. 03 Personalized Test Plan Chelsea reviews your history, symptoms, prior labs, and goals, then recommends the specific functional tests that will give you the most useful picture. Most tests are completed at home with a kit mailed to you. 04 Live Results Review Meet with Chelsea in person in Carrollton or by telehealth to review your results and build an individualized plan covering nutrition, supplementation, lifestyle, and any referrals. Your Starting Point ## The consultation is where⏎ _everything begins._ There is no shortcut in functional medicine. Your consultation starts with a detailed intake and a review of your prior labs and imaging, so Chelsea understands your full story before anything is ordered. Then you meet with her live to review your results and build your plan. No test should be ordered without context. No plan should be built without understanding your history. The consultation is the foundation. Results reviews are available in person in Carrollton, Texas and by telehealth across Texas, New York, Virginia, and Washington DC. Home test kits are mailed to patients in these four licensed states. Functional & Longevity Consultation Functional Consultation Online intake plus a live results review with Chelsea Asante, FNP-C Secure patient portal access once your consultation is paid Detailed online intake: history, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals Upload up to two years of prior labs and imaging Core lab panel ordered for a complete picture Individualized functional testing recommendations Live results review, in person or by telehealth Personalized plan: nutrition, supplements, lifestyle, and referrals $250 One-time consultation fee. Lab and test costs are billed separately. HSA, FSA, and [Cherry payment plans](https://myorchidwellness.com/cherry/) accepted. [Book Your Consultation](https://myorchidwellness.com/functional-wellness/#book) [Free Discovery Call First](https://calendar.app.google/XZFapBWnbsG4GvAe9) Explore Each Test in Depth ## Every test.⏎ _Its own page._ Each functional test available at Orchid Wellness has a dedicated page explaining what it measures, who it is for, and how to get started. All testing begins with your $250 functional consultation. HTMA Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis Mineral levels and ratios, plus possible heavy metal exposure patterns, from a small hair sample. Learn more › DUTCH Complete DUTCH Complete Hormone Panel One of the most comprehensive functional hormone tests: sex hormones, cortisol rhythm, melatonin, and metabolites. Learn more › DUTCH Adrenal DUTCH Adrenal Panel Cortisol and DHEA across the day to show how your stress response (HPA axis) is functioning. Learn more › GI-MAP GI-MAP Stool Analysis DNA-based gut assessment covering the microbiome, pathogens, inflammation, and digestion. Learn more › IgG / IgA Food Sensitivity Panel Delayed food reactivity that can guide a structured elimination and reintroduction plan. Learn more › OAT Organic Acids Test Urine-based look at energy production, neurotransmitter metabolites, B vitamins, and yeast markers. Learn more › Micronutrient Intracellular Micronutrient Panel Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids measured at the cellular level. Learn more › MTHFR MTHFR and Methylation Panel Genetic variants in your methylation pathway, interpreted alongside homocysteine, folate, and B12. Learn more › Telehealth Functional Wellness ## Available wherever⏎ _you are._ Chelsea Asante, FNP-C is licensed to provide telehealth functional wellness services across multiple states. Your intake happens online, your results review can happen by telehealth, and most testing is completed from home. 🤠 Texas In-Person and Telehealth Serving all of Texas including Dallas Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, and surrounding areas. In-person visits available in Carrollton. 🗽 New York Telehealth Available Serving patients across New York state including New York City, Long Island, Westchester, Buffalo, Albany, and upstate communities. ️🛡️ Virginia Telehealth Available Serving patients across Virginia including Northern Virginia, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Roanoke, Charlottesville, and surrounding areas. 🏛️ Washington DC Telehealth Available Serving patients in Washington DC and the greater metro area. Functional wellness and advanced testing available entirely via telehealth. Chelsea Asante, FNP-C holds active licenses in Texas, New York, Virginia, and Washington DC. Extended telehealth hours are available on some weekends and evenings at telehealth. myorchidwellness.com. Frequently Asked Questions ## Questions about⏎ _functional wellness._ No. Functional medicine is a clinically trained approach practiced by MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs who use advanced testing and systems-based thinking to find root causes of illness. At Orchid Wellness, Chelsea Asante, FNP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who applies functional medicine principles alongside her clinical training. Absolutely not. Functional wellness at Orchid Wellness works alongside your existing care. Chelsea can review your current medications, prior labs, and treatment history and work collaboratively to fill in the gaps your current care is not addressing. Test costs vary depending on which tests are ordered and are billed separately through our lab partner. Most functional tests range from $99 to $450 depending on complexity. Chelsea will discuss the recommended tests and their costs before anything is ordered, so there are no surprises. You will never be pressured to order tests you do not understand or cannot afford. Functional testing is generally not covered by insurance and is direct-pay. The functional consultation is also direct-pay at $250. Some patients use HSA or FSA funds for both the consultation and testing costs. We accept all major credit and debit cards, HSA and FSA cards, and Cherry payment plans. Yes. Your intake is completed online through your patient portal, and your results review can be by telehealth in TX, NY, VA, and DC or in person in Carrollton. Most functional tests are home-based: urine, stool, saliva, or dried blood spot collections that you mail to the lab. Some tests, like micronutrient testing and your core lab panel, need a blood draw. Most functional tests take 2 to 4 weeks for results once your sample is received at the lab. Once your results are in, you will meet with Chelsea for your live results review. All functional testing at Orchid Wellness is ordered through a clinical consultation. This is intentional. A test result without clinical context is just a number. Chelsea ensures that every test ordered is the right test for your situation, that you understand what it measures, and that your results are interpreted in the full context of your health history. Your consultation is the starting point for all functional testing. Related Care ## Care That Works _Alongside Your Plan_ Functional wellness often connects with other parts of your care. These Orchid Wellness services work hand in hand with your results. Chronic Care Ongoing care for blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, thyroid, and more. [ Hormone Optimization Personalized hormone therapy for menopause, low testosterone, and imbalances. [ Medical Weight Loss Clinician-led weight management built around your labs and lifestyle. [ Women’s Health Every season and stage, including PCOS, perimenopause, and screenings. ⌊Chelsea Asante, FNP-C, functional and integrative wellness provider at Orchid Wellness⌉ Ready to Find Answers ## You deserve to know⏎ _why you feel this way._ Book your $250 functional consultation with Chelsea Asante, FNP-C. Results reviews in person in Carrollton, Texas or by telehealth across Texas, New York, Virginia, and Washington DC. Book your first available appointment at [app.myorchidwellness.com](https://app.myorchidwellness.com), or call or text [(469) 892-0194](https://myorchidwellness.com/functional-wellness/4698920194). Have your **legal first and last name, email, and phone number** ready. 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