A Different Path to Wellness
Where ancient wisdom meets modern science to uncover the root cause of your health concerns
At Essential Elements, we understand that true healing requires more than just treating symptoms. Your body tells a story – through its patterns, its responses, and even its challenges. Our role is to listen deeply, understand completely, and guide you toward lasting wellness.
Leslie's Unique Approach Delivers Surprising Results
Finding Root Causes When Conventional Medicine Falls Short
Our Integrative Approach
We combine the time-tested wisdom of Classical Chinese Medicine with the scientific insights of Functional Medicine. This powerful integration allows us to:
- Identify patterns others might miss
- Understand how different symptoms connect
- Create more effective, comprehensive solutions
- Support your body's natural healing abilities

Whole Person Focus
Your health is more than a collection of symptoms. We look at how your physical, emotional, and environmental factors work together, creating a complete picture of your health journey.
Root Cause Resolution
Instead of masking symptoms, we dig deeper to understand why they’re happening. This allows us to address the underlying causes of your health concerns, not just their surface expressions.
Personalized Care
No two people are alike, and no two treatment plans should be either. We create individualized protocols that respect your unique history, needs, and goals.
YOUR HEALING JOURNEY
Every journey begins with a single step.
Here's how we'll walk this path together:
First Visit:
Getting to Know You
- A comfortable, unhurried 90-minute consultation
- Thorough review of your health history and current challenges
- Discussion of your goals and what optimal health means to you
- Detailed assessment of your lifestyle, stress levels, and daily habits
- Initial examination including pulse, tongue, and hands-on evaluation
- Development of your personalized care plan
Initial Phase:
Building the Foundation
- Comprehensive evaluation of your current state of health
- Identification of immediate concerns and priorities
- Initial treatments to begin addressing symptoms
- Introduction to supportive therapies and techniques
- Recommendations for at-home care and lifestyle adjustments
- Discussion of any recommended testing or analysis
Active Care:
Your Path to Wellness
- Regular treatment sessions tailored to your needs and response
- Ongoing assessment and refinement of your care plan
- Integration of various healing modalities as needed
- Education about your body's patterns and responses
- Support for implementing lifestyle changes
- Tools and techniques for home care between visits
- Regular progress evaluations and plan adjustments
Maintenance:
Sustaining Your Health
- Transition to preventive care as your health improves
- Development of long-term wellness strategies
- Seasonal tune-ups and health maintenance
- Ongoing support for lasting lifestyle changes
- Resources for continued self-care
- Partnership in maintaining your newfound vitality
What to Expect During Treatment Sessions
Each session is unique to your needs but may include:
- Check-in about your progress and any new concerns
- Hands-on therapies like Tui Na medical massage
- Supporting treatments such as cupping or moxibustion
- Guidance for home care practices
- Adjustments to your treatment plan as needed
- Discussion of any questions or concerns
Your Role in the Journey
Healing is a partnership, and your active participation makes a difference:
- Open communication about your experiences and concerns
- Following recommended home care practices
- Making gradual lifestyle adjustments as suggested
- Keeping regular appointments for optimal progress
- Asking questions when you need clarity
- Celebrating your progress, no matter how small
Supporting Your Success
We’re here to support you every step of the way with:
- Educational resources and guides
- Email support between visits
- Regular progress assessments
- Flexible scheduling options
- Clear communication about your care plan
- Celebration of your healing milestones
Our approach combines several powerful healing modalities:
Functional
Medicine
Understanding your unique story to uncover root causes
Chinese Medicine
& Tui Na
Time-tested techniques for natural healing
Advanced
Testing
Getting clear answers about your health
Natural
Therapies
Supporting your body’s healing ability