FOUNDATIONAL HEALING SUPPORT
HOLISTIC HEALTH COACHING & WELLNESS GUIDANCE
RELEASE THE STRUGGLE OF CHRONIC ILLNESS through A STRUCTURED, WHOLE-BODY APPROACH TO HEALING
Integrating foundational healing, nutrigenomics, lifestyle guidance, and functional wellness principles to help support long-term health from the inside out.
Virtual and in-person consultations available nationwide.
HEALING ISN’T ABOUT CHASING SYMPTOMS
Most people struggling with chronic health concerns have already tried countless supplements, diets, appointments, and quick fixes — yet still feel stuck.
One of the biggest reasons people struggle to make lasting progress is because the body is often being pushed into deeper healing before its foundational systems are fully supported.
At Function First Health, I take a structured, whole-body approach focused on supporting the body in the right order — beginning with foundational systems such as drainage pathways, digestion, gut health, nervous system balance, and lifestyle support before moving into deeper detoxification and long-term wellness optimization.
While every individual is unique, I believe healing does not need to feel chaotic or overwhelming. My goal is to provide personalized wellness guidance within a thoughtful, structured framework designed to support sustainable long-term healing.
Using a combination of health history, symptoms, nutrigenomics, lifestyle factors, functional wellness principles, optional advanced testing when appropriate, and supportive monitoring tools, we work together to create a realistic and individualized path forward.
HOW WOULD IT FEEL TO:
Enjoy meals without constantly worrying about bloating, discomfort, or where the nearest restroom might be?
Wake up with more energy and resilience instead of dragging yourself through the day exhausted?
Finally understand what your body needs instead of feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice and endless guesswork?
Support your body through a structured, sustainable approach to healing rather than jumping from one quick fix to another?
Experience more balanced energy, mood, focus, and overall well-being?
Better understand how your genetics, lifestyle, stress, environment, and nutrition may be influencing your health?
Feel supported by someone who listens, looks at the bigger picture, and helps guide you through the healing process thoughtfully?
Reduce the overwhelm of conflicting health information by focusing on what matters most for your body?
Feel more confident and empowered in your ability to support your long-term wellness?
PERSONALIZED WELLNESS PROGRAMS
THOUGHTFUL, SUPPORTIVE GUIDANCE DESIGNED TO MEET YOU WHERE YOU ARE IN YOUR HEALING JOURNEY.
Whether you are looking for a starting point, deeper long-term support, or a more structured approach to complex chronic health concerns, my programs are designed to help simplify the healing process while providing realistic, individualized support along the way.
From foundational healing and lifestyle support to nutrigenomics and optional advanced testing, each program is tailored to help support sustainable long-term wellness without unnecessary overwhelm.
You may be struggling with digestive issues, fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, inflammation, autoimmune symptoms, toxin burden, or simply feeling like your body is no longer responding the way it should.
No matter where you are in your journey, your symptoms do not define your future.
My goal is to help simplify the healing process through thoughtful, structured guidance that supports the body in the right order — without unnecessary overwhelm.
Together, we’ll look at the bigger picture and create a realistic, individualized path designed to support long-term wellness.
READY TO BEGIN YOUR HEALING JOURNEY?
EXPLORE YOUR WELLNESS PROGRAM OPTIONS
Whether you are looking for a starting point, more structured foundational support, or deeper long-term guidance for complex chronic health concerns, each program is designed to meet you where you are while providing thoughtful, individualized support along the way.
$998 OR $275/mo. for 4 mos.
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Function First Health Blueprint
Foundational Wellness Assessment
A thoughtful starting point for individuals looking to better understand their body and begin supporting foundational wellness without committing to a longer-term program right away.
This lower-touch program is designed to help simplify the healing process by identifying key areas of focus while providing structured, individualized guidance to help support your next steps.
CONTINUING YOUR WELLNESS JOURNEY
If you decide to continue into a longer-term wellness program within 30 days of completing your Blueprint Program, a portion of your investment may be applied toward enrollment in either the Function First Foundations Program or the Function First Restoration Program.
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Includes:
Comprehensive health history review
Personalized Nutrition Genome DNA test and report
Review of existing labs/testing (if available)
Initial wellness monitoring session to establish a baseline
Initial wellness consultation
Genome results follow-up consultation
Personalized foundational wellness recommendations
Supplement and lifestyle guidance focused on your highest priorities
Final wellness monitoring session to help observe trends and response over time
Detailed follow-up summaries with personalized next steps
Access to practitioner supplement dispensaries with discounted pricing
Optional advanced testing recommendations if appropriate
Additional Information:
Ongoing wellness monitoring sessions may be continued separately, at an additional cost, if desired.
This program is designed as a foundational starting point and does not include ongoing messaging support or scheduled long-term follow-up care.
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$2997 or $550/mo. FOR 6 mos.
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Function First Foundations Program
6-Month Guided Healing
Designed for individuals seeking deeper support through a structured, step-by-step healing process focused on foundational wellness.
This program is designed to help support the body in the right order by focusing on key foundational systems such as drainage pathways, digestion, gut health, nervous system balance, inflammation support, and lifestyle foundations before moving into deeper long-term wellness optimization.
Ideal for individuals who:
feel overwhelmed by conflicting health information
have mild to intermediate symptoms or health challenges
are looking for more structure and guidance
want a more supportive and individualized healing experience
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Includes:
Comprehensive health history review
Personalized Nutrition DNA test and report
Initial wellness monitoring session to establish a baseline
Initial in-depth wellness consultation
Personalized phased wellness roadmap designed to support the body in the right order
Four structured phases of foundational healing support with ongoing guidance throughout the program
Five scheduled follow-up consultations throughout the 6-month program to assess progress, review readiness for the next phase, and make individualized adjustments as needed
Ongoing wellness monitoring sessions throughout the program to help observe trends and response over time
Personalized supplement, nutrition, and lifestyle guidance tailored to your individual needs and goals
Detailed follow-up summaries with personalized next steps after visits
Supportive portal messaging during the program
Access to practitioner supplement dispensaries with discounted pricing
Optional advanced functional wellness testing recommendations when appropriate
Secure HIPAA-compliant client portal with optional food, mood, and lifestyle tracking tools
Additional Information:
Functional wellness testing and advanced labs are available as optional add-ons when appropriate.
HSA/FSA may be used for eligible labs ordered through the physician network.
Some individuals may benefit from deeper long-term support depending on their pace of healing and overall complexity. If continued support through the Function First Restoration Program is recommended, a portion of your Foundations Program investment may be applied toward enrollment.
$5997 or $550/mo. FOR 12 mos.
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Function First Restoration Program
12-Month Advanced Wellness
Designed for individuals seeking deeper long-term support for complex chronic health concerns, sensitivities, or slower-paced healing.
This extended program provides ongoing structured guidance through multiple phases of foundational and advanced wellness support while allowing additional time for the body to adapt, heal, and progress at a more individualized pace.
Ideal for individuals who:
have longstanding or complex chronic health concerns
feel especially sensitive or easily overwhelmed
have tried multiple wellness approaches without lasting progress
may benefit from longer-term nervous system, detoxification, gut, immune, and lifestyle support
are looking for continued partnership and guidance throughout a deeper healing journey
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Includes:
Comprehensive health history review
Personalized Nutrition DNA test and report
Initial wellness monitoring session to establish a baseline
Initial in-depth wellness consultation
Personalized phased wellness roadmap with ongoing individualized adjustments
Structured progression through multiple phases of foundational and advanced wellness support
Scheduled monthly follow-up consultations throughout the 12-month program
Ongoing wellness monitoring sessions throughout the program to help observe trends and response over time
Personalized supplement, nutrition, and lifestyle guidance tailored to your unique needs
Supportive portal messaging throughout the program
Detailed follow-up summaries and personalized next steps after visits
Optional advanced functional wellness testing recommendations throughout the program when appropriate
Collaboration with healthcare providers when desired
Access to practitioner supplement dispensaries with discounted pricing
Secure HIPAA-compliant client portal with optional food, mood, and lifestyle tracking tools
Additional Information:
Functional wellness testing and advanced labs are available as optional add-ons when appropriate.
HSA/FSA may be used for eligible labs ordered through the physician network.
ABOUT KELLY
I understand what it feels like to struggle with ongoing health concerns and not feel like yourself.
As a child, I dealt with chronic digestive issues, and later in adulthood I experienced persistent fatigue, joint pain, unexplained weight changes, and other frustrating symptoms that left me searching for answers. After a difficult recovery from COVID in 2021, I knew I needed to approach my health differently.
Discovering functional wellness principles and nutrigenomics helped me better understand my body in a way that finally made sense. That experience ultimately sparked my passion for helping others better understand their own health and support their bodies through a more thoughtful, foundational approach to healing.
With over 18 years of experience as an intensive care nurse and advanced training in functional medicine and genomics, I bring together both conventional and holistic perspectives to help guide clients through a wide range of health concerns using a realistic, individualized approach.
READY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD BETTER HEALTH?
Let’s get started!CONTINUED WELLNESS SUPPORT
Existing clients and program graduates may continue follow-up support on an as-needed basis.
45-minute Follow-Up Consultation ($150)
Designed for existing clients seeking continued guidance, progress review, wellness monitoring, lab review, supplement adjustments, or ongoing support following completion of a program.
Includes:
Personalized follow-up consultation
Review of progress, symptoms, labs, or testing as appropriate
Updated recommendations and next steps
Access to practitioner supplement dispensaries and optional advanced testing recommendations
Personalized Nutrition DNA Test & Analysis
$359 - Test
$250 - Consultation & Personalized Guidance
FAQ
Appointments
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Yes. Virtual consultations are available nationwide through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform, allowing clients across the United States to work with Function First Health from the comfort of their home.
Limited in-person consultations may also be available for individuals local to the Toledo, Ohio area when appropriate.
If you are interested in working together and would like to discuss whether virtual or in-person support may be the best fit, you may schedule a Strategy Call here to learn more.
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Yes. Virtual consultations are available to individuals residing in many U.S. states through the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which allows Kelly Desch, RN, to provide wellness consultations across participating compact states.
At this time, consultations are not available to residents physically located in certain non-compact states due to state licensing regulations.
Michigan residents may currently work with Function First Health only while physically located in Ohio at the time of the consultation, whether virtually or in person.
If you are unsure whether your state is eligible, please schedule a Strategy Call here or reach out prior to booking.
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While having an established Primary Care Provider is strongly encouraged, it is not always required to work with Function First Health.
Function First Health does not provide acute, emergency, or primary medical care services. Instead, consultations are focused on preventative, nutritional, and functional wellness support designed to help address underlying factors contributing to chronic health concerns.
Clients are encouraged to maintain an ongoing relationship with a licensed medical provider for acute medical needs, routine medical care, medications, and emergencies. Referrals to primary care providers or specialists may be recommended when appropriate.
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Please complete any intake forms, questionnaires, consent documents, and upload any recent labs or testing (completed within the past year) through the secure client portal prior to your appointment.
While the initial paperwork may feel detailed, your responses provide important insight into your history, symptoms, lifestyle, and overall wellness journey. This allows your consultation time to be used more thoughtfully and efficiently.
All information submitted through the portal is kept strictly confidential and HIPAA compliant.
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Consultations must be canceled or rescheduled at least 48 hours in advance. Appointments canceled with less than 48 hours’ notice may be subject to forfeiture of the consultation fee.
This policy helps protect dedicated appointment times and allows availability for other clients seeking support. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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A 10-minute grace period is allowed for both virtual and in-person consultations. If you arrive within this timeframe, your consultation will still take place but will end at the originally scheduled time out of respect for other clients’ appointments.
Late arrivals are not eligible for partial refunds or extended appointment times.
Financial
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Function First Health does not participate with insurance carriers, and all services are self-pay.
To help make care more accessible, payment plans are available on all wellness programs. Clients also receive access to practitioner supplement dispensaries with discounted pricing, as well as access to optional labs and advanced wellness testing at self-pay rates when appropriate.
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In many cases, consultations and eligible lab services may be paid for using a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA). However, coverage and eligibility can vary depending on your specific plan.
Clients are encouraged to check directly with their HSA/FSA provider regarding eligible expenses and whether additional documentation may be required.
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Due to current Medicare regulations and the structure of the Function First Health wellness consulting model, services may not be available to individuals actively enrolled in Medicare.
If you have questions regarding eligibility, please reach out prior to booking.
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Program pricing does not include the cost of optional labs, advanced wellness testing, or recommended supplements unless otherwise specifically stated within the program details.
Testing and supplement recommendations are always individualized based on your goals, symptoms, health history, and budget.
General
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Function First Health commonly works with individuals experiencing concerns related to digestion and gut health, fatigue, inflammation, hormone imbalance, brain fog, immune and autoimmune-related symptoms, detoxification support, stress and nervous system balance, nutrition, and overall foundational wellness.
Consultations may also incorporate nutrigenomics and lifestyle factors to help create a more personalized and individualized wellness approach.
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Yes. Function First Health does work with children using a supportive, individualized wellness approach.
Because Function First Health does not provide acute, emergency, or primary medical care services, children are encouraged to maintain an ongoing relationship with a Pediatrician or Primary Care Provider for routine medical care, medications, illnesses, emergencies, and acute concerns.
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Function First Health does work with individuals navigating cancer or cancer recovery as part of a supportive, integrative wellness approach. However, consultations are not intended to replace the care, treatment recommendations, or medical guidance of an oncologist or oncology team.
Support may focus on areas such as nutrition, lifestyle factors, foundational wellness support, stress management, detoxification support, and overall quality of life during or after treatment, including periods of remission. Collaboration with the client’s medical team is encouraged when appropriate.
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No. Testing is not always required, and recommendations are individualized based on your goals, symptoms, health history, budget, and overall needs.
Some individuals choose to pursue advanced wellness testing to gain additional insight into potential contributing factors related to digestion, nutrient status, toxins, hormones, lifestyle factors, or overall health patterns. Nutrigenomic testing is commonly recommended as part of the wellness programs to help provide more personalized nutrition and lifestyle guidance.
If you have completed any labs or testing within the past year, you are encouraged to upload those results to the secure client portal prior to your consultation for review.
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Not necessarily. Recommendations are highly individualized and based on your goals, symptoms, health history, testing, lifestyle factors, and overall tolerance.
The goal is not to create unnecessary overwhelm, but rather to thoughtfully prioritize foundational areas of support and make realistic, sustainable recommendations whenever possible.
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Healing is a gradual and highly individualized process, and results can vary from person to person depending on overall health history, lifestyle factors, stress levels, consistency, and the complexity of symptoms involved.
Some individuals notice improvements within the first few weeks, while others may require a slower, more foundational approach over several months. Because many chronic symptoms develop over time, meaningful and lasting change often requires patience, consistency, and ongoing support.
At Function First Health, the goal is to provide a realistic, structured path forward while supporting the body in the right order and helping reduce unnecessary overwhelm throughout the process.
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Yes. Function First Health is designed to complement — not replace — your existing medical care. Many clients continue working with Primary Care Providers, specialists, therapists, chiropractors, or other healthcare professionals while participating in wellness programs.
Collaboration and communication with your healthcare team is encouraged whenever appropriate.
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No. Virtual consultations are available to individuals in many U.S. states through secure telehealth appointments, allowing clients to work with Function First Health from the comfort of their home.
Limited in-person consultations may also be available for those local to the Toledo, Ohio area.
“Your body is not working against you. Sometimes it simply needs the right support, in the right order.”
— Kelly Desch, RN, BA, BC-FMNS