Meet Dr. Catherine Christy, Doctor of Natural Medicine

Helping your body heal, restore, and function at its best—using root-cause strategies grounded in natural medicine, science, and modern wellness technology.

I don’t diagnose. I don’t treat disease. I don’t prescribe pharmaceuticals. I’m classified as non-physician. What I do is support your body’s natural ability to heal, adapt, and thrive—before symptoms escalate and at any stage of your wellness journey.

As a Doctor of Natural Medicine with over 25 years of experience in the wellness field, I specialize in helping you uncover what may be interfering with your body’s natural balance—so we can gently remove those barriers, restore resilience, and rebuild your foundation for long-term well-being.

My approach blends time-tested wisdom with modern science—addressing the nervous system, stress patterns, nutritional education, detox pathways, hormonal shifts, and more. The goal? To support your healing from the inside out and help you reconnect with how good your body is designed to feel.

Whether you're feeling "off" and can't explain why, or you're passionate about staying healthy, balanced, and energized—I’m here to guide and empower your journey with a grounded, root-cause approach.

When you hear “root cause,” think:

Not what's wrong with me?
But: What’s my body trying to tell me?

Root cause healing listens for the whispers…
So the body doesn’t have to scream.

Root causes often fall into a few core categories:

🌿 Stress & Nervous System Dysregulation
Chronic stress dysregulates everything—hormones, digestion, sleep, inflammation, mood. A system stuck in “survival mode” can’t heal efficiently. Root cause work helps restore safety and regulation.

🦠 Gut & Microbiome Imbalance
Many chronic issues start with the gut. If your microbiome is imbalanced or your digestion isn’t working well, your whole system can feel off.

⚖️ Toxin Overload & Drainage Blockages
When detox pathways (like the liver, lymph, and skin) are overwhelmed or sluggish, inflammation builds. Root cause work supports gentle drainage and elimination, not just aggressive detoxing.

💤 Sleep, Light, & Circadian Disruption
Your body repairs itself when you sleep. If your circadian rhythm is off, or you're not getting restorative rest, healing stalls. Root cause work resets those rhythms so your body can recover.

🔥 Chronic Inflammation & Nutrient Deficiencies
Instead of just reducing inflammation with suppressants, we ask: Where is it coming from? What’s feeding it? Root cause work fills nutrient gaps, removes irritants, and brings the body back to balance.

🧠 Emotional & Energetic Imprints
Trauma, emotional suppression, and subconscious stress loops can live in the body—and show up as pain, fatigue, or “mystery” symptoms. Root cause work often includes nervous system support, breathwork, or somatic tools to release these layers.

What might that actually look like?

Here are just a few examples of how we can work together:

🌿 If you're approaching menopause and want to support a smoother transition...
We’ll focus on balancing stress hormones, supporting liver detox pathways, regulating the nervous system, and using natural tools to help you feel grounded, vibrant, and less symptomatic.

🧠 If you feel tired, wired, or stuck in stress mode...
We’ll explore your nervous system patterns, energy production, mineral balance, and restorative practices that help your body shift from survival into healing.

✨ If you're interested in slowing the aging process naturally...
We’ll focus on cellular health, hormonal harmony, collagen support, and lymphatic flow—using red/infrared light therapy, fascia-focused care, and nutrition that nourishes from within.

🦠 If you're dealing with inflammation, skin issues, or chronic bloating...
We’ll work together to support your gut health, detox pathways, nutrient absorption, and overall balance using gentle, natural strategies tailored to your body.

💤 If your sleep is off, your mood is low, or your body just doesn’t feel like “you”...
We’ll look at how your environment, stress load, and internal rhythms are affecting your nervous system, and support your body’s return to balance with regulation-focused practices.

❤️‍🩹 If you’ve tried all the supplements but still don’t feel like yourself...
We’ll go deeper—addressing nervous system safety, subconscious stress patterns, and using somatic and energetic tools that help unlock a deeper level of healing.

What I Offer:

• Root-Cause Consultations & Wellness Mapping
• Nervous System & Breathwork Sessions
• Natural Detox, Lymphatic Drainage Support
• Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Release, Massage Therapy, Vibroacoustic Therapy, Frequency Therapy, Red/Infrared Light Therapy
• Hormonal & Menopause Transition Support
• Anti-Aging & Longevity Wellness Protocols
• Customized Wellness Coaching (In-Person or Virtual)

I serve clients both in-person at my advanced wellness studio in Ankeny, Iowa, and virtually through personalized coaching and natural healing programs.