Root-Cause Healing. Lasting Change
Functional Medicine • Acupuncture • Hypnotherapy • Health Coaching
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Meet Lara Aitken, DOM, CFMP
Hi, I'm Dr. Lara Aitken, DOM/CFMP
For more than 24 years, I've helped people improve their health through a personalized, root-cause approach that combines the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern Functional Medicine, Hypnotherapy, Health Coaching, and Integrative Wellness Care.
I created 4 Winds Medicine because I believe healthcare should be personal, compassionate, and focused on uncovering why symptoms are happening—not simply managing them.
My approach looks at the whole person. Whether you're struggling with chronic pain, fatigue, hormone imbalances, digestive issues, anxiety, stress, weight challenges, or simply want to feel your best, I work with you to create a plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.
By blending acupuncture, functional medicine, hypnosis, nutrition, lifestyle support, and coaching, I help patients restore balance, build resilience, and create lasting change in both their health and their lives.
My goal is simple: to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered on your healing journey.
I offer in-office care in Sanford, Florida, as well as virtual services throughout Florida.
Credentials
• Doctor of Oriental Medicine (DOM)
• Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP)
• Certified Hypnotherapist
• Master Health & Life Coach
• 24+ Years of Clinical Experience
My Promise to You
You are more than a diagnosis, a lab result, or a collection of symptoms. Together, we'll look deeper, identify obstacles to healing, and create a personalized path toward better health, greater vitality, and lasting wellness.
Ready to take the first step?
Schedule a complimentary 20-minute consultation and let's explore how I can help.
🌿 22+ Years Experience
Helping patients achieve lasting wellness.
🌿 Root-Cause Approach
Addressing the underlying causes of symptoms.
🌿 Personalized Care
Every treatment plan is customized to you.
What Patients Are Saying
Finally Getting Answers
"Dr. Lara took the time to understand what was really going on instead of simply treating symptoms. I finally feel like I'm moving in the right direction and have hope for my health again."
— Google Review
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I Felt Truly Cared For
"From my first visit, I felt heard and supported. Dr. Lara genuinely listens and creates a plan tailored to your needs. I highly recommend 4 Winds Medicine."
— Google Review
★★★★★
Life-Changing Care
"The combination of acupuncture, guidance, and personalized care has made an incredible difference in my stress levels, energy, and overall well-being."
— Google Review
Proudly serving Sanford, Lake Mary, Longwood, and Seminole County with personalized, root-cause wellness care.
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"Dr. Lara took the time to understand what was really going on instead of simply treating symptoms. I finally feel like I'm moving in the right direction and have hope for my health again."
— Google Review
★★★★★
I Felt Truly Cared For
"From my first visit, I felt heard and supported. Dr. Lara genuinely listens and creates a plan tailored to your needs. I highly recommend 4 Winds Medicine."
— Google Review
★★★★★
Life-Changing Care
"The combination of acupuncture, guidance, and personalized care has made an incredible difference in my stress levels, energy, and overall well-being."
— Google Review
Proudly serving Sanford, Lake Mary, Longwood, and Seminole County with personalized, root-cause wellness care.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated by patients on Google
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🌿 Welcome to 4 Winds Medicine
Hi, I’m Lara Aitken, DOM/CFMP — Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Certified Hypnotherapist, and Master Health & Life Coach.
I created 4 Winds Medicine because I believe healing should feel personal, compassionate, and truly supportive. My approach blends functional medicine, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and holistic care to help uncover the root cause of symptoms — not simply mask them.
Whether we work together in-office or virtually, my goal is to help you restore balance, energy, clarity, emotional well-being, and long-term wellness.
I created 4 Winds Medicine because I believe healing should feel personal, compassionate, and truly supportive. My approach blends functional medicine, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and holistic care to help uncover the root cause of symptoms — not simply mask them.
Whether we work together in-office or virtually, my goal is to help you restore balance, energy, clarity, emotional well-being, and long-term wellness.
Compassionate, Personalized Care — Never Rushed
With more than 22 years of experience, I blend functional medicine, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and health coaching to create individualized care plans designed around you.
✔ Root-cause focused
✔ Trauma-informed approach
✔ Virtual + in-office care
✔ Self-pay personalized medicine
✔ Functional medicine + mind-body healing
With more than 22 years of experience, I blend functional medicine, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and health coaching to create individualized care plans designed around you.
✔ Root-cause focused
✔ Trauma-informed approach
✔ Virtual + in-office care
✔ Self-pay personalized medicine
✔ Functional medicine + mind-body healing
How I Can Help
Functional & Integrative Medicine
Get to the root cause of symptoms like fatigue, hormone imbalance, inflammation, digestive issues, brain fog, autoimmune concerns, and chronic stress.
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Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Natural support for pain relief, nervous system regulation, stress, headaches, sleep issues, tension, emotional balance, and overall wellness.
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Hypnotherapy & Subconscious Healing
Release emotional blocks, unhealthy habits, anxiety, fears, trauma patterns, and self-sabotage by working with the subconscious mind.
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Health & Life Coaching
Support, accountability, and guidance to help you create healthier routines, mindset shifts, confidence, emotional resilience, and lasting transformation.
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Your Healing Journey Starts Here
Healing is easier when you know what to expect. Here’s how we begin together.
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Schedule a Consultation
We’ll discuss your concerns, goals, symptoms, and health history. |
Create a Personalized Plan
Together, we’ll build a realistic approach designed around your needs. |
Begin Lasting Change
Healing happens through consistency, support, and addressing the root cause. |
You Deserve to Feel Better
Whether you’re dealing with stress, chronic symptoms, emotional overwhelm, pain, burnout, or feeling disconnected from yourself — there is another option. I’m here to help guide and support your healing process.
Root-Cause Healing for Body, Mind & Nervous SystemFunctional Medicine • Acupuncture • HypnotherapyPersonalized care designed to help you feel like yourself again.
In-office care in Sanford, Florida + virtual consultations available nationwide.
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In-office care in Sanford, Florida + virtual consultations available nationwide.
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Holistic Care in Sanford, FL
At 4 Winds Medicine, we offer acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and functional medicine in Sanford, FL. Our approach focuses on identifying the root cause and creating personalized care plans for long-term healing.
Let’s Connect Phone: (407) 654-8700
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM | Sat 10 AM–3 PM
I look forward to working with you and supporting your journey toward vibrant health, renewed energy, and a life you love.
— Dr. Lara Aitken, DOM/CFMP.
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM | Sat 10 AM–3 PM
I look forward to working with you and supporting your journey toward vibrant health, renewed energy, and a life you love.
— Dr. Lara Aitken, DOM/CFMP.
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4 Winds Medicine
(407)654-8700
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2480 Cherry Laurel Drive, Suite 153 Sanford Fl. 32771
Hours of Operation: Mon.- Fri. 10-6, Sat.10-3
