If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office feeling dismissed, rushed, or still searching for answers, you’re not alone. Many families are turning to a different kind of care—one that takes the whole body (and the whole person) into account. It’s called functional medicine, and it might just be the approach you’ve been looking for.
At its core, functional medicine is a patient-centered, science-backed approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease and imbalance in the body. Rather than masking symptoms with medications or relying solely on standard lab ranges, functional medicine providers dig deeper to understand the full picture.
In other words? Functional medicine asks “why” the symptom is happening in the first place.
Conventional medicine is often focused on acute care and managing symptoms—and it can be life-saving in emergencies. But when it comes to chronic symptoms or complex conditions, it tends to fall short.
Functional medicine blends the best of modern diagnostics with a more holistic view. Instead of a one-size-fits-all treatment plan, your care is customized based on:
Parents want more than symptom suppression for their kids. Adults are tired of being told “everything looks fine” when they feel anything but. Functional medicine is growing in popularity because it offers:
From eczema, constipation, and behavior issues in kids to hormone imbalances, gut issues, and autoimmune conditions in adults, functional medicine provides a deeper lens to understand why symptoms are happening—and what to do about them.
At Well-Rooted, our functional medicine providers partner with you to:
We believe in empowering families to understand their health, advocate for better answers, and take back control of their wellness journey—with support every step of the way.
Ready to explore functional medicine for yourself or your family? We offer both in-person and telehealth appointments to meet you where you are. Whether you’re dealing with chronic symptoms or simply want a more proactive, personalized approach to health, we’re here to help.
📞 Call us at 815-355-1605 (Adult/Functional Medicine) or 815-322-9300 (Pediatrics)
📍 Visit us in Crystal Lake & Oakbrook, IL
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Doctors and medical offices have always given me fear. Not with this place! Some of the nicest most catering people I have ever met with truly good intentions! We love this place! The kids love the atmosphere with Great Wall art to look at. We feel like family here! They take the time to explain things and do not rush us out the door. Thank you all for all the love you share with our family!
We have used Jessica for several years now. She takes time and care when seeing her patients. My husband and I will always feel like she saved our baby. Our youngest was sick and then ended up with RSV and pneumonia. It was Jessica who kept in touch with and made sure our daughter received the best care.
Valerie and the entire team at well rooted have been an intergral part of my sons health journey. After visiting multiple Drs and not receiving a clear answer, I was at a complete loss on how to help my son. After our initial meeting with Valerie, I immediately knew we were at the right place! Not only did she take the time to listen but reassured both my son and I that we would get to the root cause of the issue. It hasn’t been a quick fix, however, after 6 months my son was feeling better and back to himself and I couldn’t be happier! Valerie didn’t just put a bandaid on the situation, but truly got to the root cause. I’m hopeful for my sons future and it wouldn’t be possible without the help of Val and the entire staff at well rooted. I feel truly blessed to have found them and highly recommend them to any parent who has been let down by the traditional health care system.
We are new patients here and had a wonderful first experience. Everyone in the office was so kind and friendly. Valerie was amazing with our daughter, very helpful and genuine in fielding all of our questions, and provided us with great resources. I am grateful for their whole child approach. So happy to have found this pediatric team!
My first time with the Oakbrook office and staff has been the kind of experience I’ve longed for. Although I have only been there twice(in one week), it’s the most genuine communication I’ve had from a doctor’s office. I’ve been searching for a practice that treats our family as more than just a number, and I’m truly grateful for the care and attention to detail they’ve provided. The follow-up phone calls and the extra check-up were instrumental in demonstrating their practice’s excellent understanding of bedside manners and true thoughtfulness that his sickness matters.
