IT'S TIME TO HEAL
About
I’m Joie, an IHP Certified Health Coach, focused on helping middle-aged women achieve metabolic health, balance their gut microbiome, and combat aging through integrative at-home lab testing and personalized wellness plans.
Healing is Possible
Hi, I’m Joie, a Certified Integrative Health Practitioner dedicated to helping women reclaim their energy, confidence, and vitality through true root-cause wellness.My own health journey began in my 20s when I was diagnosed with endometriosis. Frustrated with conventional approaches that only managed symptoms, I dove deep into natural remedies, herbs, diet changes, and lifestyle shifts that finally gave me relief. While those strategies worked wonders, I always felt like something was missing. I took several holistic health courses over the years, but nothing quite tied it all together, until 2024 when I discovered Dr. Stephen Cabral and the Integrative Health Practitioner Institute (IHPI).The moment I started the IHPI curriculum, everything clicked. For the first time, I had a comprehensive, science-backed framework that connected functional medicine labs, nutrition, detoxification, hormonal balance, gut health, emotional wellness, and so much more. I finally understood the pathophysiology behind what I’d been doing intuitively for years, and more importantly, I discovered the missing pieces that take healing to the next level, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with you.
Discovering a Better Way
Today, I’m passionate about guiding women who feel stuck, tired, bloated, foggy, or simply “off” despite doing “all the right things.” I truly believe that most chronic symptoms, fatigue, low mood, brain fog, anxiety, stubborn weight, hormonal chaos, and even accelerated aging, have their roots in imbalances that can be identified and corrected.My approach is foundational, personalized, and evidence-based. We use convenient at-home functional lab testing to uncover hidden deficiencies, toxicities, gut imbalances, hormone disruptions, and stressors that standard medical tests often miss. From there, we address the root causes by targeting nutrition, detoxification, gut-healing protocols, and lifestyle shifts so that every system in your body can work synergistically again. When your cells are truly nourished and free of burden, real healing happens, and you don’t just feel better, you thrive.Whether your goal is to finally feel energetic and clear-headed every day, rebalance your microbiome, optimize metabolic health, or age with vibrance and grace, I’m here to walk beside you every step of the way.I’ll be your biggest cheerleader, your translator of complex science into simple, actionable steps, and the coach who truly listens. My mission is to empower YOU with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to become the healthiest, most vibrant version of yourself, mind, body, and spirit.It’s never too late to prioritize your health. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start healing from the root, I’d love to support you on your journey.
Turning Healing into a Mission
For the past 27 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a Registered Nurse, currently working as both an adult flight nurse and pediatric transport nurse. Nursing isn’t just my career—it’s my calling, and it’s what led me into health coaching so I can help people thrive long before they ever need a hospital.When I’m not caring for patients or guiding coaching clients, you’ll find me out on our country property with my favorite people: my husband Eric and our three kiddos—Gabe, Emry, and Briggs—and all of our pets. We’re usually boating, hiking, tossing a ball in the yard, or just soaking up the quiet of wide-open spaces. I’m happiest outside—tending my landscape, experimenting in the kitchen (this year I finally mastered organic sourdough!), or creating my next healthy dinner ideas.I’m a routine-loving, box-checking kind of girl—it’s how I get things done and stay consistent in my own life. Over the past year, I’ve taken our family’s health to the next level: running advanced at-home labs on myself and Eric, navigating mold and heavy-metal detoxes, and making steady, sustainable changes. Eric keeps me grounded—he reminds me every day to meet people exactly where they are (he’s more of a “baby-steps” guy), and together we’re proving that better health and graceful aging are absolutely possible, even with busy lives and different starting points.I feel deeply grateful for this beautiful life God has given me, and I’m truly honored to walk alongside you on your own health journey.Let’s do this together! Joie, IHP-1Certified Integrative Health Practitioner
Certifications & Accreditations
Certified Health Coach & Integrative Health Practitioner
Board Certified, American Association of Drugless Practitioners Certification
Certified Holistic Health Coach
Certified Health Coach, Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine
Nutrition Specialist, American Academy of Sports Dietitians & Nutritionist
What Our Clients Say
Real stories from people who transformed their health
“My goal is to ensure you feel comfortable, heard, and assured that I will do everything possible to make your goals a reality. Together, we will formulate a realistic plan that’s based on your unique needs and desires to allow you to achieve the vision you have for your health, body, and life.”
- Joie Hickenbottom
Have More Questions?
Healing doesn’t have to be confusing. If you’re wondering whether this approach is right for you, let’s connect. I’m happy to answer your questions and help you get clear on your next step.