3 Elite Root Cause Modalities
Speed up results with techniques proven and vetted over years. Trial and error is for amateur, but you are a professional. Results must be meaningful and time is precious. Unblock the root causes of your stressed-out gut and start trailblazing again.
Mind Shifting
Skeptical about talk-therapy effectiveness? Shudder at the thought of being locked into months and years of counseling and coaching sessions?
We use our straightforward Mind Shifting™ methodology to quickly reveal those elusive epiphanies that keep you from building healthy habits.
A deceptively simple and repeatable Socratic questioning technique, Mind Shifting enables you to identify and easily move past your fears, negative experiences, and limiting beliefs.
Most clients experience their breakthrough epiphany in their very first session, feeling lighter and eager to tackle their once long term fear.
Plus, after just a few sessions, you naturally grasp the skill to shift your mindset on your own, eliminating a lifetime of dependence on someone else.
Remove your mental and emotional blocks to unlock your gut’s healing power.
Lab Testing
Functional Lab Testing has gained popularity in the online space, but these tests are rarely selected or interpreted correctly. Find out what you need and get insights that are meaningful to you.
Do you really need that advertised cleanse? When is "all bloodwork looks normal" not actually normal? Are food sensitivities really affecting your body? Why can't your gut heal when you've tried everything?
Whether it’s hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, dysbiosis or lifestyle factors, we will give you the ability to SEE what's the problem and then knock through those barriers.
We handle all the logistics between laboratories and physicians to curate the right labs for you and get the results you need in black and white.
Stop wasting money on the wrong labs and stop wasting time with meaningless results.
HRV Biofeedback
Are you tired of stress controlling your life?
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) biofeedback, a cutting-edge technique originally developed by NASA and used by elite athletes, military personnel, and first responders, is now available to help you gain a competitive edge in managing GI stress and being in control of your body.
HRV biofeedback works by synchronizing your heart rhythm with your breath, regulating your autonomic nervous system to improve mental and physical health.
It’s an evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and even gut-related stress. By strengthening your body’s natural response to stress, it helps you achieve clarity, confidence, and resilience.
This practice sooths a stressed out gut while also sharpening focus, mood, sleep quality, and emotional regulation without requiring a yoga mat.
One Solution: Remove Your Blocks
"Food has nothing to do with it..."
... my gastroenterologist declared flatly, dismissing the dietary experiment that had just given me my FIRST pain-free days in two agonizing years of battling Crohn's Disease.
Her words hit me like a gut punch. After medications had failed, my dietary experiments had finally offered relief—yet here was my doctor, brushing it aside.
Her following prognosis was stark and unyielding: a lifetime chained to medications punctuated by recurring surgeries.
At the time, my career was finally taking off. But because my health was in a downward spiral, the boss began limiting my travel. For the first time, the fear of losing everything I'd worked for—of becoming a burden to my family—felt painfully real.
Doc ordered yet another "promising" experimental drug. As I unpacked syringes from their dry-ice container into my fridge, a heavy dread washed over me:
"Not again." My brain shuddered at the thought.
That moment, standing in front of that refrigerator door packed with syringes, marked a turning point. Despite my earlier training and the advice from trusted medical professionals, I chose another path—one born out of sheer desperation.
That brief window of natural dietary pain relief seemed infinitely more appealing than another exhausting merry-go-round of side effects. The next few years sent me deep into exploring what could cause my intestines to rebel so fiercely. Beyond diet and into the workings of hormones, the immune system, detoxification, digestion, the microbiome, and the nervous system—my world changed… eventually for the better.
That decision was nearly two decades ago. Within a few months, I became medication-free and never to return to the surgeon again. Now, I'm healthier in my 50s than I ever imagined possible.
Since then, I've dedicated myself to guiding others who face similar battles—helping them uncover hidden blocks to their health and reclaim their energy, ambition, and joy.
Yes, I learned that food actually was (and is) one of my answers.
Likely it's a part of your answer too.
Perhaps you're also asking:
Is food my first to address? ...Maybe.
Is it easy to reverse chronic gut issues? ...Likely.
Is it harder being sick? ...Definitely!
You're body will tell us the path for you. Let's talk. If nothing else, I can offer you hope.
After all, my gastroenterologist is pleasantly shocked to see that all my biopsies are Crohn's-free, even 10 years later. What story will you tell?
Board Certified Natural Wellness Practitioner, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Granddad "Pop"
What Makes Us Tick
At Unblocked Health, we believe that true health is not just about following trends or relying on external motivators. It's about freeing your mind and fueling your health through a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and removing the barriers that hold you back. Our mission is to help you unlock your full potential by addressing both the mental and physical blocks that prevent you from achieving lasting health and happiness.
What is the Motivation Behind Unblocked Health?
Unblocked Health was born from founder Mark Carlson's personal experience navigating chronic illness, most dire being Crohn's disease. Mark discovered firsthand how traditional healthcare struggled to effectively address chronic conditions—his own lengthy journey toward diagnosis nearly cost him his life, a reality only clear in hindsight. Even with functional health coaching and a background in clinical counseling, he found his own journey to be overly complex and superficial.
Determined to simplify the path back to health for others, Mark established Health Under Control LLC and launched Unblocked Health in 2019. His mission: to help individuals overcome the mental, emotional, and physical blocks that prevent lasting health. At Unblocked Health, we believe true wellness isn't about quick fixes or external motivators—it's about empowering you through self-discovery and practical tools that integrate seamlessly into your busy life. Our goal is simple yet profound: Free Your Mind, Fuel Your Health.
What Kind of Practice is Unblocked Health?
Unblocked Health is not a medical or disease-management service; rather, it's a holistic health coaching practice focused on building foundational wellness through Mind Shifting, Functional Labwork, and Biofeedback. We utilize modalities such as diet optimization, rest strategies, breathwork, emotional therapies, functional diagnostics, and targeted movement practices. But, knowing what you need, and the priority, is where we shine.
If you have already been through countless coaches and practitioners, then you too have learned that focusing on the right solution at the wrong time ... is the wrong solution. That's why we target every solution to the individual.
We are not licensed physicians. We are certified coaches and practitioners. We do not treat or diagnose for a disease. We are not disease management. We work towards building health and making your mind and body more resilient than you (thought) you could do on your own.
While we do collaborate with physicians when beneficial, our primary aim is to empower you with personalized insights and practical skills so that regular doctor visits become less necessary.
We are also unlike typical functional medicine practices. Yes, we utilize lab testing and supplements, but they may not be the right protocol for your situation. Labs are expensive and supplements are often over prescribed, just as pharmaceuticals. We break from the outdated pill-for-an-ill protocols. We prioritize simplicity and foundationally superior methods. Our approach ensures you spend less time sorting pills and more time confidently living your healthiest life.
Why Should I Choose Unblocked Health Over Another Practitioner?
Choosing Unblocked Health means choosing clarity, simplicity, and empowerment over complexity and dependency. Many practitioners overwhelm their clients with costly lab tests, endless supplements, and quarterly check-ins—a "natural" version of traditional sick-care. At Unblocked Health, we take a fundamentally different approach.
We focus on removing the barriers holding you back—mental blocks like stress and emotional overwhelm, physical blocks like chronic stomach issues or low energy—and equip you with practical tools tailored specifically to your busy professional lifestyle. You'll never be pressured into expensive supplements or unnecessary tests; our only incentive is your genuine progress.
When our work together concludes, you'll have the autonomy and confidence to continue thriving independently—energized at work, present at home, ambitious again without stress holding you back. With Unblocked Health, you're not just another client; you're an empowered individual reclaiming control over your health journey.
