Frequently Asked Questions
💜 Frequently Asked Questions
Who Are We?
We are Alabama Holistic Health, led by Dr. Christie Berry, a holistic health practitioner and mental-health educator with more than 25 years of experience in integrative care.
Our work bridges science, nervous-system regulation, gut healing, and spiritual alignment to support people who feel stuck in survival mode — exhausted, foggy, inflamed, or quietly burning out — but who are ready to reclaim their health and vitality.
We believe true healing happens when the mind, body, and spirit are treated as one system, and when people are supported with community — not forced to walk their healing path alone.
Through our Health Freedom Community and personalized coaching programs, we provide:
- Integrative gut and detox education
- Nervous-system regulation practices
- Lifestyle healing tools that fit real life
- Gentle accountability and community support
Our heart is to help you restore clarity, energy, resilience, and trust in your body’s ability to heal.
What do you help with?
Most symptoms — from bloating and fatigue to anxiety, hormone issues, and autoimmune challenges — trace back to gut imbalance, toxin overload, and poor nutrient absorption.
We help your body return to balance by healing the gut, supporting detox pathways, and calming the nervous system so true healing can begin.
How do I get started?
- Join the community
- Start learning and participating
- Complete the coaching application
- Book your 1:1 appointment
Simple. Supportive. Step-by-step.
What lifestyle changes should I expect?
We go at your pace.
Most people start with gentle food and lifestyle shifts — not extreme diets.
As your energy improves, we add simple habits and movement that fit into real life (not overwhelm it).
What results can I expect?
Every body is unique. Your results depend on your consistency.
Most clients notice:
- Early shifts by months 2–3
- Deep, lasting change over 12–18 months
Healing isn’t a straight line — holidays, stress, busy seasons, or illness can slow things down — and that’s okay. Progress continues as long as you stay in the process.
Can I still see my primary care doctor?
Absolutely — and we encourage it.
We do not replace your PCP or medical care.
You should continue seeing your doctor and following their recommendations at all times.
Can I stop taking my medications?
We never advise stopping medications.
Your prescriptions should only be adjusted by your medical provider.
We simply ask that you keep us informed so we can ensure safety and avoid interactions with our holistic modalities.
What makes your program different?
🌿 Community Program
- Supportive healing community
- Simple, guided roadmap
- Daily tools & lessons to help you build momentum
🤍 1:1 Personalized Program
No “cookie-cutter” healing here.
We review your full health story:
- Medical history
- Hormone and mental health patterns
- Gut issues
- Stress load & nervous system health
- Nutrition & lifestyle
- Life satisfaction & emotional support
From there, we create a custom healing plan and select targeted labs to guide your next steps.
Healing plans typically last 12–24 months, tailored to your goals and needs.
Do you use labs?
Yes.
If you already have labs under 3 months old, we’ll review them.
We also offer advanced labs physicians rarely order, including:
- Food sensitivity panels
- Adrenal function testing
- Subclinical autoimmune screening
Labs are ordered through Fullscript and shipped directly to you when possible.
What is auriculotherapy?
Auriculotherapy uses gentle stimulation of the ear to influence the nervous system and support healing throughout the body — similar to ear acupuncture, without needles.
It’s deeply calming and helps regulate:
- Stress patterns
- Hormones
- Inflammation
- Detox processes
For more information here are some links to articles that may help you:
What is Auriculotherapy
Auriculotherapy
Research Links
What is BioScan SRT?
BioScan SRT is a gentle assessment tool that helps us look at how your body is communicating stress, imbalances, and energetic blocks across different systems.
It allows us to gather insight into areas such as:
- Stress and nervous system load
- Organ and detox pathways
- Hormonal patterns
- Nutritional needs
- Immune system stressors
- Autoimmune concerns
BioScan doesn’t diagnose disease — it simply gives us another layer of information to better personalize your healing plan. Think of it as a body conversation starter that helps us pinpoint where your support should begin so we can tailor your protocol more precisely.
Before Your Appointment: What We Need From You
To complete your BioScan assessment, we require a small biological sample prior to your appointment.
Please mail:
- Approximately 1 tablespoon of clean hair
(Head or body hair is fine)
OR - Clean fingernail clippings (if hair is not available)
Place the sample in a small zip-lock bag and write clearly on the outside:
- Your full name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Age
Mail to:
ALHH
2812 Charity Lane
Hazel Green, AL 35750
Your appointment should be scheduled 2 weeks after you send your hair sample.
Why a Hair Sample?
Hair acts as a stable biological identifier.
Think of it like the phone number of your body.
Each strand contains your DNA information, which carries your unique frequency signature.
The BioScan system uses this signature to assess stress patterns through frequency response. It operates within the naturally occurring electromagnetic field of the Earth — often referred to as the Schumann Resonance, which is the Earth’s measurable background frequency.
Because all biological systems operate within this field, your sample allows the system to identify your energetic signature within that field.
This works through a concept known as toroidal entanglement — a model describing how energy systems (including the human body) generate and interact within a torus-shaped electromagnetic field. The human heart and nervous system both generate measurable toroidal fields.
In simple terms:
Your body emits a unique energetic pattern.
The hair sample carries that pattern.
The system identifies stress shifts within that pattern.
This is not mystical.
It is bioenergetic assessment based on measurable electromagnetic principles.
For more information here are some links to articles that may help you:
BioScan Biofeedback
Frequency Medicine
BioFeedBack
Mental Health and Frequency Healing
It’s non-invasive, relaxing, and many clients describe it as a calming experience.
How do I avoid detox side effects (Herx reactions)?
Hydration is critical.
💧 Drink at least half your body weight in ounces daily while detoxing — this helps your body clear toxins more comfortably.
When will I start feeling better?
Most clients feel real improvements within 2–4 months — clearer mind, better energy, calmer body.
True healing continues as you stay consistent, creating long-lasting results, not quick fixes.
(Results vary by individual — healing is personal.)
Do you see children?
Yes — we work with children ages 3 and up.
What’s it like working with Dr. Berry 1:1?
Dr. B brings 30+ years of holistic experience — bridging natural therapies, nervous system healing, and mindful lifestyle medicine.
Dr. Berry creates a fully personalized plan — no generic protocols.
You’ll have:
- Video lessons
- Digital guides
- Step-by-step action plans
- Progress tracking tools
- 1:1 consult support
Our goal: teach you how to heal and maintain your health long-term.
Do you take insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly.
We do accept:
- FSA (if your plan covers acupuncture or mental health services)
- HSA cards (if your plan covers acupuncture or mental health services)
It’s your responsibility to verify your coverage benefits.
A Letter of Medical Necessity (when required by insurance) can be completed by Dr. Berry for $100.
We also provide detailed receipts (superbills) for self-submitted reimbursement.
How much does it cost?
Every plan is personalized — total cost depends on your goals and lab needs.
Typical pricing:
- Our FREE community provides your first steps toward healing. This is where you gain insight and momentum to continue your journey.
- Our PREMIUM Community: $247/month (price may fluctuate) provides in-depth healing instruction and action plans, live trainings and Q&A sessions in our community.
- BioScan Appointments: $150 each BioScan is recommended 2 times each week until all abnormal results are treated.
A bundle of 10 BioScan Treatments $1250 (savings of over 15%). - Labs: $300–$750 Through FullScript
- Supplements: Prices Vary Through FullScript and Metagenics
- 1:1 appointments: $150 – 195
What payment options are available?
We accept:
- Credit/debit
- Cash or check
- FSA / HSA cards