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Functional Medicine · CMA Accredited Certification · Root Cause Reset
The pharmacist
who fixes what's
actually wrong.
Has your Doctor say your labs look "fine" but you don't feel like yourself?
I help high-functioning people in their late 30s–60s suffering from chronic fatigue, brain fog, inability to lose weight, low libido, hair lose, anxiety, skin issues, & gut issues by uncovering the root causes that conventional medicine keeps missing.
PHARMACISTS
NURSES
HEALTH COACHES
DOCTORS
PAS
CRNPS
21+
Years as a
PharmD
6
Years FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
CMA
Accredited
Certification
100+
PODCAST EPISODES
Internationally Accredited
Root Cause Reset
Certification
Complementary Medical Association
PharmD
Doctor of pharmacy
21+ years clinical experience
FMP
Functional Medicine Practitioner
Root-cause methodology
INHC
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
Health Coach
NASM
Certified Personal Trainer
Nat. Academy of Sports Medicine
CMA
Accredited Certification Creator
Complementary Medical Association
Who This Is For
Built for the practitioner who knows there's a
better way.
If you're a pharmacist, nurse, health coach, doctor, PA, or CRNP who is tired of the conventional medicine hamster wheel — you're in the right place.
Your patients are suffering. Their labs look "normal." The prescriptions aren't solving anything. You know something deeper is driving their symptoms — but you don't have the framework to find it.
The Root Cause Reset Certification gives you that framework. Built by a pharmacist with 21+ years of experience who found the answers conventional medicine couldn't.
Pharmacists
Bridge your pharmaceutical expertise with functional medicine to give patients the complete picture — not just the prescription.
Nurses & NPs
Add a root-cause lens to your clinical practice and give patients the answers they've been searching for beyond the standard of care.
Health Coaches
Level up with a clinically accredited framework that gives you confidence to guide clients through functional lab interpretation and real protocols.
Health Coaches
Level up with a clinically accredited framework that gives you confidence to guide clients through functional lab interpretation and real protocols.
Doctors & MDs
Expand beyond the 15-minute appointment model. Learn the deeper methodology that addresses what conventional diagnostics are designed to miss.
PAs & CRNPs
Think outside the box. Get your patients results that move the needle — with a structured, evidence-informed root-cause methodology.
All Health Practiciton
If you work in healthcare and you're ready to address root causes instead of managing symptoms — this certification was built for you.
Sound familiar?
Your patients are telling you:
"My labs are normal but I still feel terrible."
"I've tried everything and nothing works."
"I'm exhausted no matter how much I sleep."
"I'm doing everything right and still can't lose weight."
"Every doctor tells me the same thing and sends me home."
Programs & Offerings
Built on the
Root Cause Reset
Whether you're a patient ready to reclaim your health or a practitioner ready to transform your practice — there's a path for you.
New · CMA Internationally Accredited
Root Cause Reset Certification
$2,499
Self-Paced · Start Anytime · Lifetime Access
Everything Dr. Kourtney has developed over 21+ years of pharmacy and 6 years of functional medicine practice — structured into an internationally accredited curriculum for healthcare practitioners who are ready to get their patients real results.
What you will learn:
✦ The complete Root Cause Reset Method — the exact sequence for lasting patient results
✦ Functional lab interpretation — what conventional labs miss and how to read the full picture
✦ Nervous system regulation protocols for clinical practice
✦ Drainage and detox sequencing — how to safely guide patients through the process
✦ Hormone and metabolic root cause identification and correction
✦ How to get measurable, repeatable results with your patients
Designed for Healthcare Practitioners
Built for pharmacists, nurses, health coaches, doctors, PAs, CRNPs, and other practitioners ready to think outside the box and actually get their patients the results they deserve. If you're tired of symptom-chasing and want to get to the root — this is your path.
What you will walk away with:
- CMA internationally accredited credential — recognized by the Complementary Medical Association
- Confidence to get your patients measurable results — not just symptom management
- Mastery of functional lab interpretation — including organic acids, hormone metabolites, gut markers
- A complete clinical framework — that you can integrate into your practice immediately
- The ability to think outside the conventional medicine box — and give patients the answers they've been searching for
21+
Years PHARMD
6
FUNCTIONAL
MEDICINE
CMA
ACCREDITED
CREATOR
Hi, I'm Dr. Kourtney
Bridging conventional medicine with
deeper healing
I'm the pharmacist who helps people get real results when nothing else has worked — by fixing what's actually going on underneath their symptoms.
After 21 years in pharmacy and 6 in functional medicine, I know exactly why so many people fall through the cracks of traditional healthcare. I speak both languages — the clinical world you know, and the deeper healing most practitioners never address.
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) — 21 years
Functional Medicine Practitioner — 6 years
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach — 6 years
Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) — National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
CMA-Accredited Certification Creator — Root Cause Reset
Are you a patient looking for answers?
I take a full body, root-cause approach to help high-functioning people in their late 30s–60s restore energy, fix metabolism, and rebalance hormones by uncovering the root causes conventional medicine keeps missing. Serving all 50 states via telehealth. Location doesn't matter.
For Individuals
Not a practitioner?
We can help you too.
$97
30-Minute Session · Virtual
Health Strategy Session
A focused 30-minute session to review your health issues, identify root cause patterns, and map a clear path forward. After booking you will receive a Zoom link and questionnaire before your call.
4-Month Metabolic Reset
CMA-accredited certification for pharmacists, nurses, doctors, health coaches, and PAs who want to integrate root-cause medicine into their practice and get their patients real results.
✓ Functional lab testing & interpretation
✓ Personalized root-cause protocol
✓ 4 months 1:1 practitioner support
À la carte
Lab Testing
Functional lab testing with results reviewed in a dedicated appointment with Dr. Kourtney.
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Before you detox — open the drains.
Imagine trying to flush a clogged toilet
Most people jump into detox too soon, pushing toxins out without first ensuring the body's natural drainage system is working. The result? Symptoms worsen, toxins recirculate, and you feel worse — not better.
Get The Drainage Blueprint — Dr. Kourtney's free 5-step guide to opening your drainage pathways so your body can detox properly. No email course. No fluff. Just a clear, clinical guide you can start using today.
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5 Essential Steps to Detox the Right Way — by Dr. Kourtney Chichilitti
Clear the Colon — The exit must be open before anything else
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The Drainage Blueprint
Root-cause healing that restores the body through nervous system regulation, detox pathways, and metabolism. Not symptom-chasing. Not another bandaid.
Hi, I'm Dr. Kourtney
Three pillars of real,
lasting results
Energy & Fatigue Recovery
Nervous system and detox support that addresses why your body is stuck in survival mode — not just masking exhaustion with caffeine and supplements.
01
Metabolism & Weight Loss Resistance
If you're eating right and exercising but nothing moves, there's a deeper reason. We find it — and fix it — using functional labs and a personalized protocol.
02
Hormone Balance
Hormone issues are signals of something deeper — drainage, nervous system dysregulation, or metabolic burden. I help you address the root, not just the numbers.
03
MY APPROACH
Why clients get results when
nothing else worked
I combine 20+ years as a pharmacist with a root-cause, whole-body approach — bridging conventional medicine with the deeper healing most practitioners never address.
01
Regulate before you detox
Nervous system and drainage are the non-negotiable foundation. Skip this step and nothing else sticks.
02
Healing is low and slow
Real detox doesn't happen overnight. Sustainable results come from doing it right — at the pace your body can actually handle.
03
Symptoms are signals, not diagnoses
Hormone imbalances, weight gain, fatigue — your body is communicating. We listen, then address what they're pointing to.
"I get it, because I've been there — and I know exactly where conventional medicine stops and real healing begins."
● Pharmacist-level fluency in your labs, medications, and diagnostics
● Functional medicine lens that asks why , not just what
● Whole-body protocols — nervous system, detox, and metabolism together
● 1:1 consultations using the Root Cause Method, not cookie-cutter plans
● Internationally accredited certification teaching practitioners the same method
On the Podcast
Balanced Wellness Solutions
Real conversations about functional medicine, root-cause healing, and what it actually takes to feel like yourself again.
Most Recent — Episode 100
Health, Hormones & Healing — Stop Chasing Symptoms with Mike Moosbrugger
Why chasing symptoms keeps patients stuck — and what actually needs to happen for real, lasting hormonal and metabolic healing.
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Dr. Kourt's Favorite Products
Products I use everyday.
Clean, non-toxic, and clinically informed. These are the products and companies Dr. Kourtney has personally used and recommends. Safe for the entire family.
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Zinzino Balance Oil with Test Kit
Daily omega-3 supplement with test kit to help balance fatty acids and support heart, brain, immune, and cellular health.
Pranamat
The Full Body Original Massage Set includes the Pranamat Mat, Pillow, and Mini — your all-in-one solution for full-body muscle relief and recovery.
Air Doctor
A powerful air purifier with UltraHEPA™ technology that removes 99.99% of airborne toxins, allergens, and mold — so you can breathe cleaner, healthier air.
Happy Juice / Amare
An award-winning daily drink that combines probiotics, prebiotics, and plant-based nootropics to support mood, motivation, cognitive performance, and gut health.
Queen of the Thrones
These castor oil packs support wellness by promoting relaxation and detoxification. Made with organic materials — reusable and mess-free.
Toups & Co
Handcrafted, organic skincare and makeup made with grass-fed tallow, olive oil, and essential oils — nourishing your skin naturally without synthetic chemicals.
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Create your account for 10% off everything! Access Dr. Kourtney's full professional-grade dispensary. Need personalized recommendations? Reach out — I'm here to help.
OrthoMolecular
BioBody
Designs for Health
Biocidin
Toothpaste & Mouthwash
NOW Essential Oils
Xclear Nasal Spray
Bach Flower Tinctures
BioBody Mineral
"I got so used to being uncomfortable that I forgot what it felt like to feel normal — she helped me get there."
Menstrual & GI Health
— Anna S.
"After a four-month detox, I have a sense of calm I didn't think was in me anymore."
Stress & Menopause
— Jennifer S.
"A year later, I am extremely happy with the results. Kourtney is an incredibly knowledgeable, thoughtful, and caring provider."
Fatigue & Inflammation
— Chris F.
"I'm going to be 56 and have never felt better. I'm running some of my fastest times ever and my recovery is fantastic."
Fatigue & Inflammation
— Christine R.
If you've been told your labs are normal while still feeling terrible — you're in the right place.
Common Questions
You deserve real answers
What will I learn in the certification?
You'll learn the complete Root Cause Reset Method — the exact sequence for getting patients lasting results — including functional lab interpretation, nervous system regulation protocols, drainage and detox sequencing, and hormone and metabolic root cause identification. Everything Dr. Kourtney uses in her clinical practice.
Who is the certification designed for?
The Root Cause Reset Certification is designed for pharmacists, nurses, health coaches, doctors, PAs, CRNPs, and any healthcare practitioner who wants to integrate root-cause functional medicine into their practice and think outside the conventional medicine box.
Is the certification accredited?
Yes. The Root Cause Reset Certification is internationally accredited by the Complementary Medical Association (CMA) — a globally recognized body for complementary and integrative healthcare education.
How is the certification delivered?
Please reach out to Dr. Kourtney directly for details on format, schedule, and access.
Email: kourtneychic@gmail.com
Do you also work with individual patients?
Yes. Dr. Kourtney works directly with individual patients — women dealing with fatigue, hormone imbalance, weight loss resistance, and chronic symptoms. She offers a $97 Root Cause Strategy Call, a 4-Month Metabolic Reset program, and the Root Cause Toolbox. She serves all 50 states via telehealth.
If you're suffering from a complex medical condition, Dr. Kourtney can create a customized program with labs specific to your case.
What happens after I book the $97 patient call?
After booking you will receive a Zoom link and a questionnaire to complete before the call for review to maximize our time effeciently.
START HERE
Two paths.
One method.
Whether you're a practitioner ready to transform your practice or a patient ready to finally get answers — this is where it starts.
Main Offer — For Practitioners
$2,499
CMA Accredited · Self-Paced · Lifetime Access
Root Cause Reset Certification
The internationally accredited certification that teaches pharmacists, nurses, health coaches, doctors, PAs, and CRNPs the Root Cause Method — and gives them the confidence to get their patients real, lasting results.
For Patients
$97
30-Minute Session · Virtual · All 50 States
Root Cause Strategy Call
A focused 30-minute session to review your health issues, identify root cause patterns, and map a clear path forward. After booking you will receive a Zoom link and questionnaire before your call.
Serving all 50 states via telehealth · All sessions via Zoom · Secure booking via Practice Better
Dr. Kourtney Chichilitti
Root-cause healing that takes a whole body approach to restoring your nervous system regulation, detox pathways, and metabolism, bridging conventional medicine with deeper healing.
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