Something in you
is ready
for more.
People come to Root & Rise for different reasons — a longing for creative flow, a life transition that calls for something deeper, a desire to reconnect with themselves in a way that nothing else has quite reached.
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“The psilocybin experience is a way to connect with the natural world and gain a deeper appreciation for our place within it.”
— James Fadiman, PhD
Where Functional Medicine Meets Plant Wisdom
Microdosing on its own can be subtle but powerful — enhancing mood, focus, emotional fluidity, and creativity. But when combined with the Functional Medicine lens, we prepare the body and mind to fully receive those benefits.
That might mean supporting your nervous system, improving sleep, or nourishing your gut-brain axis before you even begin. This isn’t about escaping life — it’s about rooting deeper into it, so you can rise with more clarity, connection, and capacity.
Nervous system support
Functional medicine lens
Intentional plant medicine
Deep integration coaching
Breathwork & somatic practice
The Six Pillars of Root & Rise
Nervous System
HRV tracking, breath practices, vagal tone, mind-body medicine layered into your daily life.
Nutrition
Blood sugar rhythm, gut microbiome support, anti-inflammatory eating — preparing your body to receive.
Sleep
Circadian rhythm, cortisol mapping, wind-down rituals that honour how your body actually works.
Movement
Exercise snacks, joyful daily accumulation, movement that fits your body and your day.
Emotional Health
Stress mapping, somatic awareness, nervous system regulation and the relationship patterns that shape us.
Spirituality
Meaning, purpose, contemplative practice, a return to nature — and the spaciousness to explore what that means to you.
The people I walk alongside
The Purpose Seeker
Driven, thoughtful, growth-oriented — you sense there is something deeper calling. More alignment, more meaning, more of your true self. You’re ready to go there.
The Devoted Giver
You spend your life supporting others and are finally ready to turn that same care inward — to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your sense of self.
The Creative Soul
Intuitive, imaginative, navigating transition or burnout. You want to reinvent yourself from the inside out, with tools that honour both your science and your spirit.
“Health is not a destination — it is a journey to savour. We begin where you are, and we move forward together.”
— Karen Bush
Your Integration Journey
Discovery Call — Complimentary
We begin with a conversation. A chance to get to know each other, explore what you’re hoping for, and find out if we’re the right fit. No pressure, no agenda — just an honest exchange.
Intake & Intention Setting
Deep listening, personal story, values excavation. We explore what has and hasn’t worked. Before anything else, we establish who you are and what you’re moving toward.
Foundation Building
We lay the ground — nervous system, nutrition, sleep, movement — so your body and mind are prepared to fully receive the work. Small, layered changes that build momentum.
Integration Coaching
The experience is only the beginning. This is where insights become identity — where what happened informs how you live on a Tuesday morning. This is the heart of Root & Rise.
Sustained Transformation
Support tapers as confidence grows. You move from guided exploration to self-directed practice, carrying the tools, the insights, and a new relationship with who you are.
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I often saw the limitations of treating symptoms instead of addressing the whole person. That realization changed everything.
Decades of listening to what the body is trying to say
I began my career as a Speech-Language Pathologist, working with adults across hospitals and rehab centres. It was fulfilling work — but I kept seeing the limits of treating symptoms in isolation.
That led me into Functional Medicine and becoming one of the first National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coaches in the country, trained at Duke University Integrative Medicine and the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy.
I had the privilege of working at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine — and now, that grounded science meets something more expansive. Root & Rise is where those two worlds become one.
Cleveland Clinic
Duke Integrative Medicine
Psychedelic Integration
Stories of rising
Karen is a wise and humble guide whose coaching is rooted in compassion and deep understanding. She skillfully integrates plant medicine within a functional medicine framework — what stood out most was the profound trust she cultivated, affirming that I know my body best while listening deeply to what would truly serve my system’s growth and healing.
— Nicole M.
Working with Karen has opened up new possibilities in my life. Her ability to seamlessly integrate micro-dosing with functional medicine coaching has been nothing short of transformative. Karen brings a science-backed blend of deep expertise, intuition, and genuine care that helped me make subtle yet profound changes I didn’t think were possible.
— Gary S.
Working with Karen over the 90-day journey was truly transformative. I discovered an improved mood, enhanced creativity, and a noticeable reduction in anxiety. Small yet significant shifts — including the ability to loosen my grip on long-held patterns. This created space for genuine personal growth.
— Sue K.
Working with Karen was a game changer. Not only was she instrumental in helping me to better understand my body and health, our work together touched all aspects of my life. For the first time I felt regulated. What a gift! Karen was systematic and exceptionally knowledgeable and always offered poignant suggestions and advice.
— Karen M.
Karen helped me open doors I didn’t know needed opening — and close ones I wasn’t brave enough to face alone. With every step and every shift I make, I rise to another level of discovering who I am. This life is a journey, and I can’t thank Karen enough for guiding me along the way.
— Linda B.
Choose your path
Ways to work together
Root
- Intake & intention-setting session
- Foundation pillar coaching
- Microdosing protocol support
- Integration sessions
- Between-session async support
- Access to coaching portal
Rise
- Everything in Root, plus
- Full lab review & protocol
- Nervous system deep dive
- Identity & values integration
- Seasonal practice tuning
- Provider coordination support
- Extended async support
Ready to root deeper
and rise?
Begin with a complimentary discovery call. We’ll explore what you’re hoping for, and find out together if this is the right path.
Disclaimer: The content on this website is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to encourage or promote the use, purchase, or distribution of any psychedelic or controlled substances. No substances are provided or facilitated through this practice. Nothing on this site should be construed as medical advice. Always consult your medical provider before making any changes to your health practices. Karen Bush Functional Medicine Health Coaching LLC assumes no responsibility for any outcomes arising from the use or misuse of psychedelic substances.