03/29/2026
Esther’s story is one of resilience, restoration, and what’s possible when the nervous system is finally supported the right way.
From early on, Esther faced challenges that most families can’t even imagine—Autism, significant sensory sensitivities, and delayed speech development, not becoming verbal until age 7.
But in May of 2025, life took an unexpected turn.
After a severe second-degree sunburn while surfing in Portugal, Esther began experiencing intense neurological symptoms—uncontrollable shaking, right-sided weakness, and eventually losing the ability to walk. She was hospitalized for a full month, and later diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), Ambulatory Dysfunction, and Non-Epileptic Attack Disorder.
By the time Esther walked into our office last July, she was in the middle of a battle she didn’t ask for.
She was experiencing frequent non-epileptic seizures—sometimes daily—along with chronic pain, severe fatigue from insomnia, and the anxiety and depression that often come when your body feels unpredictable and out of control.
But step by step, as we focused on restoring and supporting Esther’s nervous system, things began to change.
And today, her story looks very different:
✨ Once daily seizures, now few and far between
✨ Back to online college classes
✨ Working part time at a new job
✨ Sleeping better
✨ Less chronic pain
✨ More energy
✨ Back to snowboarding-which was something super fun we got to share with her! 🏂
What once felt overwhelming and uncertain is now filled with progress, confidence, and hope.
Esther’s journey is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t happen overnight—but with the right support, the nervous system can begin to regulate, adapt, and truly heal.
We are so proud of you, Esther! 💙
