MEET THE PRACTITIONER...
Lori Wroten, M.S.
Functional Medicine Practitioner
Clinical Herbalist
"Empowering people. That is my passion. Every time I guide a client through the process of uncovering and correcting the imbalances that exist within their body - and within their day-to-day life - that individual becomes empowered.... to finally take control of their own health. That person is fully equipped to embark on a journey toward wellness where they are in the driver's seat, armed with the proper knowledge, tools, and self-care practices to achieve a higher quality of life and a true sense of well-being. And I love that."
Lori is a functional medicine practitioner and clinical herbalist with formal training in clinical assessment, functional medicine principles, and Western therapeutic herbalism. Her area of specialty is autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, Graves’ disease, fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme disease, Sjogren's, lupus (SLE), diabetes, Celiac's disease, psoriasis, eczema, etc. She also has a very strong focus in the areas of anxiety, insomnia, food sensitivities, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, GERD, diverticulosis, skin issues, allergies, sinus issues, hormone imbalances, obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, methylation issues, chronic fatigue, and chronic stress. Lori works with individuals suffering from a wide spectrum of health issues ranging from very specific acute illnesses, to more complex, chronic health conditions.
Lori's formal training includes a Master of Science degree from Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH), a Post-Masters Clinical Certification from MUIH, a Medical Herbalism Certificate from North American Institute of Medical Herbalism (NAIMH), and a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology from Penn State University. Her coursework has spanned a variety of subjects including health & wellness foundations, clinical assessment, clinical skills, herbal Materia Medica, herbal formulation, applied therapeutics, case study analysis, clinical roundtable, dietary intolerances, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, nutrition, phytochemistry, botany, biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, physical chemistry, bacteriology, virology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, and medical microbiology. She continues to expand her knowledge and skills through various online courses, professional conferences, clinical roundtable events, and personal research.
Lori is a member of the American Herbalists Guild, and she spearheads a professional “Practitioner Roundtable” that regularly meets online to discuss therapeutic approaches, clinical practices, and the latest scientific research relevant to functional medicine. She also enjoys serving as a health & wellness educator by delivering public lectures and workshops (both in-person and online) to support groups, businesses, and other organizations.
Lori is extremely passionate about natural, integrative healthcare, and she thrives on serving and supporting individuals in their quest for optimal health.