Functional & Integrative Health

JoyCntr_Admin / August 10, 2026

Joy Rutherford, APRN Advanced Practice Registered Nurse | Clinical Co-Founder of Joyfull Wellness Center With more than 35 years of experience in critical care nursing, Joy Rutherford has witnessed firsthand the challenges individuals can face when navigating complex health concerns and the traditional healthcare system. Her passion for Integrative Health and Functional Medicine grew from a desire to look more deeply at the whole person, helping clients better understand the factors influencing their health while creating practical, personalized strategies to support long-term wellness. Book Functional Medicine Book a Spiritual Session Joy’s approach brings together decades of clinical experience with a strong belief in the connection between mind, body, and spirit. Through comprehensive assessments, functional health evaluation, education, and one-on-one support, she creates space for clients to ask questions, understand their bodies more fully, and become active participants in their wellness. For those who desire it, Joy also offers individual spiritual sessions that provide an opportunity to explore the inner and spiritual aspects of well-being. Joy Helps With: Understanding complex or ongoing health concerns Lifestyle and whole-body wellness Hydration and nutritional support Mind-body-spirit connection Services offered: Comprehensive Health Intake & Assessment Functional Wellness Evaluation Whole-Body Assessment One-on-One Spiritual Sessions

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Integrative Health & Functional Wellness

JoyCntr_Admin / August 10, 2026

Stephan Applegate, RN Registered Nurse | Clinical Co-Founder of Joyfull Wellness Center With more than 42 years of nursing experience in critical care, Stephan Applegate has spent decades caring for individuals through complex health challenges. His work in Integrative Health and Functional Medicine builds upon that extensive clinical background, taking a broader look at the factors that can influence health and quality of life. Through comprehensive evaluation and education, Stephan helps clients gain a clearer understanding of their overall wellness and identify lifestyle-centered ways to complement their existing healthcare. Book with Me Stephan brings a calm, experienced perspective to clients who may feel overwhelmed by their health or unsure where to begin. Rather than looking at one concern in isolation, his approach considers the bigger picture and encourages clients to become more informed and engaged in their own wellness. By combining clinical knowledge with functional and integrative principles, he provides thoughtful support designed to help clients move forward with greater clarity, awareness, and confidence. Stephen Helps With: Complex and ongoing wellness concerns Understanding your overall health picture Lifestyle and whole-body wellness Navigating your next steps with greater clarity Services offered: Comprehensive Health Intake & Assessment Functional Wellness Evaluation Whole-Body Assessment Functional Lab Review & Interpretation

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Functional Wellness & Lifestyle Support

JoyCntr_Admin / August 10, 2026

Debora Caponigro, RN Registered Nurse | Clinical Co-Founder of Joyfull Wellness Center Debora Caponigro brings more than 35 years of critical care nursing experience to her work at Joyfull Wellness Center. After decades of caring for patients within traditional healthcare settings, she became increasingly drawn to a more holistic approach centered around education, awareness, prevention, and the everyday choices that influence how we feel. Her clinical background provides a grounded foundation for helping clients better understand their health and explore practical ways to support greater balance and well-being. Book with Me Debora’s approach is especially connected to the role that nourishment, hydration, and lifestyle play in whole-person wellness. In addition to supporting clients through comprehensive health assessments and functional wellness services, she brings that philosophy into Café Linnea, where she is closely involved in creating smoothies, bowls, and nourishing options for the Joyfull community. Her goal is to make wellness feel understandable, approachable, and something that can be incorporated into real life one choice at a time. Debora Helps With: Lifestyle and wellness support Nutrition and healthy daily habits Hydration and whole-body wellness Understanding your overall health picture Services offered: Comprehensive Health Intake & Assessment Functional Wellness Evaluation Whole-Body Assessment Nutrition & Lifestyle Education

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Holistic Health Coach & Reiki Practitioner

JoyCntr_Admin / July 22, 2026

Katrina Strosser, RN, BSN, NC-BC Holistic Health Coach & Reiki Practitioner With more than 12 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Katrina combines clinical knowledge with a compassionate, whole-person approach to healing. Through holistic health coaching, Reiki, breathwork, and nervous system regulation, she helps clients reduce stress, restore balance, and create sustainable wellness. Whether you’re navigating a health challenge, burnout, or a major life transition, Katrina meets you where you are and supports your journey toward feeling healthier, calmer, and more connected. Book Rieke Session Book Wellness Coaching Katrina believes lasting wellness comes from addressing the root causes of imbalance rather than simply managing symptoms. Drawing on her training in hypnotherapy, somatic practices, and energy healing, she creates personalized sessions that support the body, mind, and spirit while honoring each client’s unique journey. Her goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where clients can release stored tension, build resilience, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and ease. Katrina Helps With: Holistic Health Support Chronic Stress Relief Calm & Grounding Life Transitions Services offered: Health Coaching Reiki Healing Breathwork Sessions Hypnotherapy Sound Baths