Our Services
Holistic therapy at Israel Functional Medicine addresses a wide spectrum of chronic and complex conditions that conventional care often struggles to resolve. These include autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders such as IBS and leaky gut, hormonal imbalances including thyroid and adrenal dysfunction, inflammatory conditions, and chronic pain. The approach is grounded in the principle of biochemical individuality, meaning that two patients with the same diagnosis may receive entirely different treatment plans based on their personal health history, genetic tendencies, emotional patterns, and lifestyle. By examining the interconnections between all body systems rather than isolating a single organ or pathway, the practice identifies root drivers of disease that standard diagnostic panels frequently miss. Patients who have spent years cycling through specialists without lasting relief often find that this broader lens finally makes sense of their experience and opens a clear route toward genuine recovery.
The clinical process unfolds in three structured stages designed to move from insight to sustained results. The first stage is a free 15-minute introductory consultation to assess fit and begin understanding your health history. The second stage is a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation covering nutrition, hormones, vitamins, gut function, and lifestyle factors. The third stage is the creation of a personalized treatment plan that draws on whichever combination of modalities best suits your unique biochemistry. Treatment sessions may incorporate acupuncture, shiatsu bodywork, kinesiology, NLP, EFT, chiropractic spinal adjustments, physiotherapy, iridology, and evidence-based nutritional counseling. Nothing is applied by formula. Every recommendation is informed by the most current research in functional nutrition and hormonal science, as well as by 50 years of accumulated clinical innovation. This depth of integration under one roof means you are never shuffled between disconnected practitioners, and your care remains coherent from the first session to the last.
The practice brings together a broad portfolio of evidence-informed modalities, each selected because it addresses a specific dimension of whole-body health. Acupuncture works through the nervous and endocrine systems to reduce inflammation, regulate pain signals, and support organ function. Shiatsu applies targeted pressure to restore energy flow and relieve musculoskeletal tension. Kinesiology identifies muscular response patterns that reveal imbalances in organ systems and emotional states. NLP and EFT address the psychological dimensions of chronic illness, including stress patterns, trauma responses, and limiting health beliefs that can perpetuate physical symptoms. Chiropractic spinal adjustments restore structural alignment that affects nerve communication throughout the body. Physiotherapy supports mobility and recovery. Iridology provides an additional diagnostic lens. Nutritional counseling translates biochemical findings into practical daily habits. Having access to all of these tools within a single integrated practice means your care can shift fluidly as your body responds and evolves.
Holistic therapy and functional medicine share the same foundational philosophy, that the body is a dynamic system of interconnected parts and that symptoms are signals pointing to deeper imbalances rather than standalone problems to be suppressed. The primary distinction lies in emphasis: functional medicine typically focuses on advanced laboratory analysis, genomics, and systems biology to map biochemical dysfunction, while holistic therapy casts an equally wide net to include physical, emotional, energetic, and lifestyle dimensions of health. At Israel Functional Medicine, both frameworks are actively used together. Dr. Bakarmos applies functional medicine’s rigorous diagnostic methodology alongside holistic bodywork and mind-body techniques, giving patients both the scientific precision of modern integrative medicine and the depth of traditional healing wisdom. For patients dealing with conditions rooted in both physical dysfunction and chronic stress or emotional history, this combination is often the difference between partial improvement and genuine resolution.
This approach is especially valuable for three groups of people. First, those living with chronic conditions such as autoimmune disease, hormonal disorders, persistent digestive problems, or unexplained pain who have not found lasting relief through conventional treatment. Second, those who have received a diagnosis and are being managed with medication but want to understand and address the root cause rather than depend on symptom suppression indefinitely. Third, those who are currently in reasonably good health but want to optimize their energy, prevent future illness, and deepen their understanding of how their specific body functions. The clinic’s methodology is built around the concept of biochemical individuality, which means every person’s care is shaped by their own unique physiology, genetic background, emotional patterns, and health history. If you have ever felt that your care has been generic, reactive, or incomplete, this integrative model offers a more thorough and personally meaningful alternative.
Israel Functional Medicine operates from two clinic locations: Ramat Beit Shemesh and Givat Ze’ev in the Jerusalem area. Both locations offer the full range of integrative services described above and serve patients in both Hebrew and English. For patients who have complex or long-standing conditions, the clinic also offers a structured consultation process that begins with a free 15-minute discovery call so that you can ask questions, share your history, and determine whether this approach is the right fit before committing to a full diagnostic session. The practice is designed to meet patients where they are, whether they are at the beginning of their health journey or arriving after years of frustrating dead ends. To learn more about how treatment plans are structured for chronic conditions specifically, you can explore the chronic conditions treatment pathway available through the clinic.
Modality | Primary Focus | Typical Use Cases |
Acupuncture | Nervous system, inflammation, pain | Chronic pain, hormonal regulation, fatigue |
Shiatsu Therapy | Energy flow, musculoskeletal balance | Tension, stress, structural imbalances |
Kinesiology | Muscle response, organ-system feedback | Hidden imbalances, emotional-physical links |
NLP | Cognitive and behavioral patterns | Stress, trauma responses, limiting beliefs |
EFT Therapy | Emotional release, nervous system reset | Anxiety, chronic stress, psychosomatic symptoms |
Chiropractic Spinal Adjustments | Structural alignment, nerve communication | Back pain, posture, systemic nerve dysfunction |
Physiotherapy | Mobility, rehabilitation | Injury recovery, movement restriction |
Nutritional Counseling | Biochemistry, diet, supplementation | Hormonal imbalance, gut health, energy optimization |
Results vary depending on the complexity and duration of your condition. Some patients notice meaningful improvements in energy and sleep within the first few weeks of treatment. For chronic or long-standing conditions, a more complete shift typically unfolds over two to four months as the underlying root causes are identified and systematically addressed. The diagnostic process itself often provides significant clarity and relief early on, simply by explaining connections between symptoms that previously seemed unrelated.
Yes. The integrative methods used at Israel Functional Medicine are designed to complement, not replace, conventional medical care. Dr. Bakarmos takes a full health history including current medications and diagnoses and structures the treatment plan accordingly. Many patients continue working with their primary care physician or specialists while pursuing functional and holistic care in parallel. Open communication between all practitioners involved in your care is always encouraged.
No referral is required. You can begin with a free 15-minute introductory consultation regardless of whether you have a formal diagnosis. Many patients arrive without a clear diagnosis precisely because conventional workups have not identified an explanation for their symptoms. The comprehensive diagnostic evaluation used here is designed to uncover patterns and imbalances that standard testing may not reveal, making it equally useful for those with and without an existing medical label.
Several factors distinguish this practice. First is the depth of clinical experience: over 40 years as a holistic chiropractor combined with specialized expertise in functional medicine, nutritional science, genomics, and epigenetics. Second is the breadth of modalities available under one roof, meaning your care is coordinated rather than fragmented across multiple unconnected practitioners. Third is the strict commitment to biochemical individuality, ensuring that your treatment plan is built around your specific physiology and history rather than a generic protocol. Finally, the practice actively incorporates the latest peer-reviewed research in nutrition, hormones, and integrative medicine, grounding its methods in both tradition and current science.