FAQ’s
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WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO WORK WITH US?
We love to support clients from all over. Clients from all 50 states are eligible to do our Energy Accelerator, Gut Restoration and Mito Boost programs. These virtual programs optimizes adrenal, gut and mitochondrial health, which we’ve made super accessible and affordable to all.
On the other hand, if you are interested in one-on-one care AND you reside in the state of Ohio or Florida, then you are eligible to do the Best Life Root Cause Resolution program. Note: We offer one-on-one care to clients from other states as long as they’re able to travel to Ohio to see us in person for the first visit to establish care.
All one-on-one visits in the Best Life Root Cause Resolution program are conducted virtually, either by phone or by Zoom. We accept men and women of all ages and children (ages 12 and up). You don’t have to be an athlete to qualify either, but you do have to be highly motivated and willing to try new things.
HOW LONG DOES THE PROGRAM LAST?
The Best Life Root Cause Resolution program is 10 months long. The body breaks down in a predictable fashion and we fix it step by step on this guided journey to improved health and vitality. At Best Life Functional Medicine, we believe healing the adrenals is foundational work, so we always start here. We build a strong foundation first and then we move on to gut, liver, and mitochondrial health. For clients unsure about the full commitment, the 12-week Energy Accelerator program is available with the option to upgrade to the Root Cause Resolution program after completion.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO WORK WITH US?
The best way to get started with us is to enroll in the Energy Accelerator Program, which optimizes adrenal health. The cost of the program is $1497 or 3 equal payments of $525. Everything you need for success including adrenal testing is included in the program.
After completing The Energy Accelerator, you’ll be offered other options to continue your health journey with Best Life Functional Medicine. Optimizing the adrenals is a foundational piece that should be completed first.
HOW MUCH DO THE TESTS COST?
All required tests, except bloodwork, are included in the Best Life Functional Medicine program fees. Most bloodwork is covered by your insurance company.
WHAT TESTS DO WE ORDER?
In the Energy Accelerator program, we do a 4-point salivary cortisol test with DHEA (the Adrenal test).
In the Root Cause Resolution program, we do a 4-point salivary cortisol test with DHEA (the Adrenal test), a stool analysis test (GI Map), an Organic Acids Profile (OAT test), and comprehensive blood work and salivary hormones.
WHAT IF YOU ALREADY WORKED ON ADRENALS AND WOULD LIKE TO START A DIFFERENT PATH?
At Best Life Functional Medicine, we have found a proven path to success. The problem most patients face isn’t a lack of information, it’s that they are unsure what to do with the information. You can Google anything. Many practitioners and coaches order these tests but don’t have a clear, implementable plan to follow. This is where Best Life Functional Medicine is different. We have found a path that works, and we will guide you every step of the way. You can relax because as you get started, you’ll gain confidence quickly that we’ve got it. We recommend that all patients start off on the adrenal path, but if you have already worked on your adrenals and you’d like to start with another path: gut or mitochondria, you can definitely do that.
CAN YOU CONTACT US OUTSIDE OF SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS?
It depends on your level of care. We absolutely invite private clients in the Root Cause Resolution to message us through our client portal regarding your insights, breakthroughs, and questions. We respond to all questions within 48 business hours, usually sooner. Clients in other programs can ask us questions at our weekly Q&A calls.
HOW IMPORTANT ARE SUPPLEMENTS TO YOUR TREATMENT PLAN?
Supplements are vitally important to help you on your journey to wellness. We’ll help clarify precisely what supplements you need and which ones you don’t. All supplements we recommend are based on what the labs indicate you need and are used temporarily to restore deficiencies and imbalances.
The goal is to achieve optimal wellness through lifestyle enhancements and practices. Still, the supplements help heal and restore imbalances to get you feeling well enough to implement the necessary lifestyle changes. We provide access to quality-grade supplements through The Shop at Best Life. In addition, we offer my clients discounted pricing.
Supplement costs will vary, but you should budget $200-$300 for the cost of supplements during your first few months of treatment.
HOW STRICT IS THE DIET? CAN YOU HAVE TREATS?
There is no one-size-fits-all diet for everyone. We like to make diet changes that are sustainable for a lifetime without making them strict or short. Instead, we will meet you where you are and help you implement the changes as you are ready. While we don’t restrict treats, we encourage you to think about the sweets you already like and how you might replace them with healthier alternatives. After all, we are only human, so depriving ourselves of the sweeter things in life will only add more stress.
WHAT IS THE PROGRAM COMMITTMENT?
CAN YOU KEEP WORKING WITH US AFTER THE PROGRAM'S OVER?
We offer continued care options for clients who complete The Root Cause Resolution program and who are a good fit for continuation.
WHAT TOOLS DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE PROGRAM?
We rely on specific technology tools to communicate with clients. You don’t have to be tech-savvy, but it’s important that you have access to a reliable internet connection so that you can check on emails from us periodically.
Once you’ve joined the program, we’ll have you sign up for a free account on our client portal called Practice Better. Practice Better allows clients to book appointments, access test results and treatment protocols, and message us with questions. It is relatively easy to use and intuitive. If you choose to make your appointments online, you’ll need a free Zoom account. If you aren’t up for that technology, we can have our sessions over the phone.
WAYS YOU CAN GET INVOLVED WITH US
Everyone’s body is different, so partnering with me to improve your health will look slightly different for each. Because each client is at a different stage in their health journey, I like to offer a range of products and services, including supplements, workshops, and one-on-one care. If you’re just starting on your journey, I recommend beginning with The Energy Accelerator Program, which optimizes adrenal health. Learn more.
Another option is our online course called From Fatigued to Flourishing. This course costs $297 and guides you on resetting your adrenals, balancing your hormones, correcting your thyroid, and so much more. These are the exact steps Dr. Libby took to fix her adrenals and transform her life.
If you seek to work with us one-on-one in a committed program setting, you can join our enrollment list for Root Cause Resolution and receive more details about the process, expectations, and timelines.
DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?
No. We believe that to achieve the best results and find the true path to healing, it’s best to partner with you, the patient, instead of the insurance company. Unfortunately, the insurance company’s and our goals aren’t always aligned. Patients can use their (HSA) health savings or FSA account to help cover costs, and we are happy to provide superbills for patients who wish to submit for reimbursement. Read here for more insight on why we don’t take insurance.