Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take insurance? What is the pricing structure?
We do not accept insurance. We provide a premium experience for a greater value than most conventional doctor visits. Your health is an investment, not an expense. Here is the current pricing structure:
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15 min Discovery Phone Call - FREE
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First Time Consultation - $350
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Follow Up Consultations - $275
What is the process? What can I expect?
Before the First Consultation - You will be invited to register for the online client portal called Charm. This is where you will fill out a new client intake form and consent forms at least 24 hours prior to your visit. You can upload and share any recent labs from the last 3-6 months in the Client portal in the Document's section.
Initial (First) Consultation - Dr. Felty will review your symptoms, health history, lifestyle habits, mental health, emotional health, and all recent blood work to uncover answers and underlying reasons to your health concerns. She will then provide a custom health plan with personalized solutions to help you achieve your desired results. Dr. Felty's approach focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of your symptoms and concerns. Solutions are tailored to your needs and vary such as meal plans, lifestyle habits, detox tools, custom supplement combinations, mindfulness practices, stress management techniques, spiritual guidance, and non-invasive therapies such as guided breathwork, gut hypnotherapy, sound bed therapy, and reiki healing. Advanced testing is available for microbiome imbalance/infections, food sensitivities, food allergies, nutritional deficiencies, mold toxicity, heavy metals, inflammation, and more. All testing is typically paid out of pocket and ranges from $200-$500 per test. We will encourage you to get lab work done with your primary care provider whenever possible.
Follow Up (Current Client) Consultation - One hour follow up consultations to discuss your health plan, track progress, provide coaching, breathwork, reiki, integration, and any ongoing support. With ongoing appointments, on-going client portal access for direct communication with Dr. Felty, receive the support and accountability you need to get the results you want.
Labwork is not necessary before your initial consultation. You can get blood work done and bring in your latests results to Dr. Felty You can also order a comprehensive blood test panel here called the 10 Most Important Tests and get bloodwork done at a Quest Diagnostics near you. Here are top blood test markers that you should get done with your primary care provider annually that could be helpful for Dr. Felty to review:
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Complete Blood Count (CBC)
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Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
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Urinalysis (UA)
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TSH
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Vitamin D
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DHEA
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Cortisol
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Testosterone
Please upload any test results you have into the Charm client portal under the Documents section. Once uploaded, please click Share so Dr. Felty can review your results.
Do I need to get blood work done before the initial consultation?
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Estrogen
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Progesterone
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HbA1c
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C-Reactive Protein
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ANA
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B12
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Iodine
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Iron panel (with ferritin)
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Cholesterol panel
How do I check in for a virtual consultation?
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Log in to your phone, ipad, or computer 5 minutes early.
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Log in to the Charm Personal Health Portal and go to the 'Appointments' section.
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Click on the 'Check-in' button shown next to the appointment.Select the state of residence and click on the 'Join' button.
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Then wait for Dr. Felty to join the meeting.
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Call us if need assistance at 872-228-1630.
Where do I go for an in-person consultation?
You will meet Dr. Felty at her office location within Rhythm and Beets in Chesterton, Indiana. The office address is 880 Sidewalk Road, Chesterton, IN 46304. Chesterton is only an hour drive from Chicago and nestled between Indiana Dunes National Park and the city of Valparaiso.
What is Dr. Felty's specialty and approach?
Dr. Felty's speciality and approach focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of your symptoms and concerns. She is highly skilled at seeing patterns where they are often overlooked and empowering you to heal. She provides a personalized plan for you that can include a myriad of non-invasive mind-body solutions. She understands that each person's healing journey is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all protocol.
What is a naturopathic doctor?
A naturopathic doctor is a doctor that uses natural medicine to help the body heal itself and prevent disease. The six principles of naturopathic medicine are: help the body heal itself in the right environment, identify and address the root causes of symptoms, first do no harm, provide education on health and disease prevention, treat the whole person (mind, body, spirit), and focus on preventing and reversing disease rather than managing it.
What is mindfulness coaching?
Mindfulness coaching teaches you to observe thoughts, emotions, and physical experiences such as breathing to reduce harmful habits and build greater awareness. Dr. Felty utilizes mindfulness coaching throughout every consultation.
What is gut hypnotherapy?
Gut-directed hypnotherapy is a therapeutic approach that utilizes hypnosis and relaxation techniques to target the gut-brain connection, aiming to alleviate symptoms and improve the overall functioning of the gastrointestinal system. Dr. Felty recommends this for those suffering with chronic digestive issues such as IBS, SIBO, and IBD. Hypnotherapy packages are available after an initial consultation.
What is guided breathwork?
Breathwork can be the therapy for you to get you unstuck from your current state of being. Breathwork is a non-invasive way to help the body move into a more relaxed, stress-free state. Breathwork sessions are available after an initial consultation.
What is reiki healing?
Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive therapy used for stress reduction and relaxation. Reiki sessions are available after an initial consultation.
What is sound bed therapy?
Sound bed therapy helps the body clear cellular memory, relax, and regenerate cells. Sound bed therapy sessions are available after an initial consultation.
What is psychedelic integration?
Integration helps integrate psychedelic experiences to promote lasting personal and behavioral changes from psychedelic therapy. Dr. Felty is a trained psychedelic guide and integration facilitator.
Can Dr. Felty be my primary care provider?
No, even though Dr. Felty has been trained to be a primary care physician, she can not be your primary provider. Naturopathic doctors are not licensed in the state of Indiana. Dr. Felty does not diagnose medical conditions or prescribe medications. She focuses on teaching you the root causes of your health concerns and educating you with solutions to transform your health. She works as a consultant that can assist your primary care team and refers you out as necessary. You are encouraged to have a separate primary care physician (PCP).
Can Dr. Felty see my child?
Yes, Dr. Felty can educate you on ways to help your child's gut health, diet, immune system, behavior, and more. In addition, Dr. Felty will recommend that you also see a pediatrician or primary care provider for your child's wellness exams and medical care.
How long do I have to see Dr. Felty for until I experience results?
This completely depends on your case, your health history, and your goals. Many people see Dr. Felty for a minimum of 6 months and then annually once they experience results. Results vary and are dependent on your consistency and commitment to your health plan.