Ifeoma Okwu, MSN, NP-C
“But the real secret to lifelong good health is actually the opposite: Let your body take care of you”.
~ Deepak Chopra, MD., Holistic Healer and Humanitarian
Ifeoma Okwu is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who is licensed to practice in the state of Washington and California. She treats a wide range of acute and chronic conditions and specializes in weight management, peptide therapy, women’s and men’s health and anti-aging, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, male and female sexual dysfunction, menopausal symptoms, thyroid dysfunction, and adrenal support. She believes in restorative medicine, that is, getting to the root cause of weight gain and illness and employing a combination of naturopathic approaches to treatments, including holistic medications, nutritional and lifestyle counseling, and mindfulness practices for improving health.
The Journey To Holistic Wellness And A Career In Nursing
Ifeoma Okwu’s personal and professional experiences have influenced her passion for, and commitment to, holistic medicine. From the time Ifeoma was young, she knew she wanted to be in the nursing field and help others. However, when an unexpected diagnosis of premature ovarian failure (AKA premature menopause) threatened her chances of ever conceiving a child naturally, she became more committed than ever to enter the field of nursing, combining both eastern and western approaches in holistically treating disease and illness with compassion and purpose.
After high school, Ifeoma attended college at San Francisco State University where she majored in Health Education. From there, she interned at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) as a clinical researcher, and eventually became hired to conduct clinical research in the department of OBGYN and Reproductive Sciences conducting reproductive and gynecological research on acute and chronic health conditions. Ifeoma was also promoted to clinical researcher II, working in the field of Family and Community Medicine conducting field research on diabetes management and prevention.
A Practice Grounded In Holistic Medicine, A Commitment To Continuing Education
Ifeoma Okwu went on to pursue her Master’s in Nursing at UCSF, one of the nations top nursing schools. She became licensed as a family nurse practitioner and went on to become board-certified in the field of family medicine. She has also obtained her post-graduate degree in the field of psychiatric-mental health and substance abuse and is dually certified as both a family nurse practitioner and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, where she combines primary care, reproductive health, and mental health in a holistic way to better serve her patients.
She has nearly a decade of both clinical research and clinical practice experience in the field of family medicine and reproductive health, and she continues to grow in knowledge within her field through her commitment in pursuing continuing education courses and certifications.
Ifeoma Okwu, MSN, NP-C is a member of the following professional organizations:
- Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine
- American Holistic Nurses Association
- Integrative Women’s Health Initiative
Dr. Laurie Brown, DNP, FNP-C
Dr. Laurie J. Brown has spent the last 30 years working in the nursing field as C.N.A., RN and 20 years as a Family Nurse Practitioner. As an NP, working in primary care, she cares for people of all ages, specializing in an integrative and holistic approach to medicine.
She is recognized as a certified dementia provider and an approved community provider for the Veterans Administration. Dr. Brown has been an instructor for undergraduate and graduate level nursing programs, as well as having taught nurse practitioner, physician assistant, medical students and interns through the University of Texas and Simmons College.
Born and raised in Maine, she graduated from St. Joseph’s College- Maine with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio with a Master’s degree in Nursing, University of Phoenix with her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Quantum University of HI with her PhD and Clinical Doctorate of Integrative Medicine.
She has received her board certification as a Doctor of Integrative Medicine, as well as Doctor of Humanitarian Services. Dr. Brown is board certified with ANCC and serves as a member of several local community committees as well as several national professional groups. She is licensed in 14 states.
Bettina Ryan, MSN, PMHNP-C
Bettina Ryan is a board certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner who is licensed to practice in the state of Washington. She graduated from the prestigious Vanderbilt University with her Masters degree in nursing, and truly has a passion for working with clients to optimize their mental health and functioning. She specializes in ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, co-occurring substance abuse, and bipolar disorders.
Bettina’s approach to mental health includes working one-on-one with clients from an integrative standpoint. She believes clients should have an active role in the management of their psychiatric care, and thus, partners with her clients in developing a holistic approach to care that takes into account a person’s values and choices when it comes to their care.
Bettina prides herself in utilizing evidenced-based care to ensure best practices are being met when delivering psychiatric care. As a holistic-based psychiatric provider, Bettina will work with you to get to the underlying issues affecting your mental health. She employs a combination of psychotropic medication management coupled with psychotherapy and mindful-based practices when appropriate to provide comprehensive care to her clients.
Connie Chen, FNP-C
Connie Chen is a dedicated, board-certified family nurse practitioner originally from Los Angeles, California. Her educational journey took her across the country to Philadelphia, where she pursued both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nursing at the University of Pennsylvania.
Connie has been practicing as a family nurse practitioner since 2021, initially starting as a primary care provider. Through her clinical experience, she discovered her true passion lies in integrative and functional medicine, particularly in using nutrition and lifestyle changes to enhance her clients’ well-being. With an eagerness to learn, she has taken courses with the Institute of Functional Medicine and avidly listens to functional medicine podcasts. Her mission transcends conventional healthcare; she strives to empower her clients to achieve not just good health but optimal well-being.
When she’s not meeting with clients, you will find her experimenting with recipes in the kitchen, embarking on adventures with her husband, or actively engaging in her church community.
Connie holds nursing licenses in both California and Washington and eagerly looks forward to collaborating with you on your journey to optimal health.
Stacey Henry-Carr, Certified Life Coach & Hypnotherapist
Stacey Henry-Carr is a former corporate leader who now assists people in identifying and interrupting their old patterns and programming, replacing them with the freedom to live an intentional life. She guides her clients to a successful blueprint using the power of their subconscious mind.
With over twenty years of experience working as a corporate leader and performance coach, Stacey realized there was more to life for her. In 2016, she left her corporate job to pursue her desired career as a Life Coach and hypnotherapist. Since 2020, her clients from across the globe have sought her out with a common goal: breaking old patterns.
Stacey is a Jay Shetty Certified Life & Success Coach, and Marisa Peer Certified Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner (RTT), a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists, a self-published author, a transformational speaker, a podcast host, and an advocate for childhood sexual abuse awareness. She firmly believes that we already possess everything we need to live a peaceful and successful life; we simply require alignment of mind, body, and spirit.
Ashley Sandlin,
Medical Receptionist
Ashley is a Nationally Certified, Registered Medical Assistant with a degree in Healthcare Administration. She has been successfully caring for patients, providing clinical support, and ensuring facility efficiency and quality for over 10 years.
Ashley discovered her passion for healthcare and wellness in 2009, working as an administrative assistant for a General Psychiatry Clinic in Texas. Her passion fueled her desire for an education in patient care which resulted in a Clinical Medical Assisting Career Diploma from Remington College in Houston, TX.
Upon completion of her National Certification in 2011, Ashley launched her healthcare career as Clinical Medical Assistant in Family Medicine. As a Clinical Medical Assistant, Ashley was responsible for assisting practitioners with patient care and medical procedures, obtaining and recording patient medical information, coordinating administrative dues, and ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations.
In her free me, you can find Ashley attending youth sporting events and hosting family gatherings with her husband and three young boys.
Carli Weaver, Lead Medical Assistant
Carli Weaver a Certified Medical Assistant and Certified Phlebotomy Technician. In 2015, she enrolled in a Phlebotomy Training Program through Empire College. After completing the training, she moved to the northern coast of California and began working for Mendocino Coast Clinics. It was here that she received on the job training to become a medical assistant while also practicing phlebotomy.
After about two years of on the job training and meeting all of the requirements, she applied to challenge the CMA Exam and became a Certified Medical Assistant in early 2018. She worked at a local community clinic for over 6 years and had the pleasure of working alongside many different practitioners. While assisting with patient care, she was responsible for scrubbing and updating patient charts, performing basic laboratory tests and assisting with small medical procedures, as well as scheduling appointments and making sure patients were completing all of the required tests that were ordered and assured, they received their medications on time.
When Carli is not working, she spends time with her husband and their two young girls. She enjoys cooking, drinking coffee and spending time with family and friends.
Ifeoma Okwu, NP-C and her team are committed to working with you in restoring health and wellness back into your life. To schedule a free consultation, please contact us today at (206) 480-0740 or (916) 594-2478.