My Story

Meet Dr. Payne

Chiropractor. Functional Medicine Practitioner. Autism mom of two. Former cheerleader and track medalist. Someone who lost 70 pounds and wants to show you it's possible too.

The Clinician Who Became Her Own Patient

I've been a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner for years. I built my career helping patients get to the root cause of their health challenges — not just treating symptoms. But my most important education didn't come from a textbook.

I have two sons with autism. When my oldest was also diagnosed with seizures, his neurologist gave us a directive that changed everything: go low-toxin. Reduce the chemical burden in your home. It will help. And it did — profoundly. That single recommendation sent me on a deep dive into the products we use every day, and eventually led me to Melaleuca.

The 70-Pound Transformation

I'm also someone who has done the work personally. Over the past two years, I lost 70 pounds through a combination of healthy living, consistent movement, and GLP-1 therapy (tirzepatide). I document my fitness journey openly because I believe in transparency — and because I want women to see that real, sustainable transformation is possible at any age.

I was a cheerleader and medaled in track and field in high school. I still move my body every day — not because I have to, but because I've learned what it feels like to live in a body that's been cared for. I want that for every woman I work with.

Why I'm Moving Toward Telehealth

After years in clinical practice, I'm intentionally shifting toward telehealth and functional medicine — because it lets me reach more women, on their schedule, from anywhere. I now offer peptide therapy, hormone optimization, GLP-1 support, and anti-aging medicine through telehealth, alongside functional lab testing through Rupa Health. This is the future of personalized wellness care.