Elivate Wellness Now Offers Pediatric Functional Medicine Care for Ages 3–17
Something special has been growing quietly at Elivate Wellness — and we're so ready to share it with you.
We have always believed that root-cause, whole-body care shouldn't be reserved for adults. Over years of working with patients across Kentucky, one thing became undeniably clear: the families we care for were asking for this same level of attention for their children. They wanted more than a quick appointment and a prescription. They wanted someone to truly look at their child — the whole child — and help them thrive.
We listened. And we're proud to announce that Elivate Wellness is now accepting pediatric patients, ages 3 through 17.
What Is Pediatric Functional Medicine?
Pediatric functional medicine is an approach to children's healthcare that goes beyond managing symptoms. Rather than asking "what medication addresses this symptom," functional medicine asks "why is this happening — and what does this child's body actually need to heal?"
At Elivate Wellness, our pediatric care combines the best of conventional medicine with nutrition, lifestyle guidance, mental health support, and natural therapies. Every child is different — their history, their environment, their biology — and their care plan should reflect that. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all approaches, especially when it comes to the youngest and most resilient patients we have the privilege of caring for.
Our pediatric program is built around three core principles: informed parental choice, holistic treatment, and family-centered support. Parents are partners in their child's care here — not afterthoughts.
Meet Kelsea Creason — Pediatric Physician Assistant at Elivate Wellness
Leading our pediatric care is Kelsea Creason, our dedicated pediatric physician assistant. Kelsea brings a deep commitment to understanding children as whole people — not just a list of symptoms — and works closely with families to build care plans that are thoughtful, personalized, and grounded in both evidence and compassion.
Kelsea's approach reflects everything Elivate Wellness stands for: taking the time to truly listen, asking the right questions, and building a relationship with each patient and their family that makes meaningful health progress possible. In a world where pediatric appointments often feel rushed and dismissive, Kelsea is the provider you've been looking for.
Whole-Body Pediatric Care for Every Stage — Ages 3 Through 17
Children's health needs look very different at age 4 than they do at age 14. Our pediatric program is designed to meet children where they are — developmentally, physically, and emotionally — at every stage from early childhood through adolescence.
Whether your child is a toddler dealing with recurring ear infections and digestive issues, a school-age child struggling with focus and energy, or a teenager navigating hormonal changes, anxiety, or gut health concerns, Elivate Wellness offers a space where those concerns are taken seriously and explored thoroughly.
Areas Our Pediatric Care Addresses:
- Gut health & digestive issues — bloating, constipation, diarrhea, food sensitivities, and recurring stomach complaints that get dismissed as "normal"
- Focus, attention & behavior — supporting children with ADHD, concentration challenges, and behavioral concerns through a root-cause lens
- Anxiety & mood — addressing childhood and teen anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and mood challenges with whole-body support
- Immune support & frequent illness — helping children who seem to catch every bug, struggle with recurrent infections, or take a long time to recover
- Nutrition & healthy development — building strong nutritional foundations that support growth, energy, brain development, and long-term wellbeing
- Hormonal & puberty support — guiding teens and preteens through hormonal changes with the context and care that this season of life deserves
- Skin conditions — eczema, acne, rashes, and other skin concerns often rooted in gut health, nutrition, or immune function
If you've been told your child's symptoms are "just a phase" or that their labs look "normal" while something clearly still feels off — this is the care you've been looking for.
Why Functional Medicine for Children?
Children's bodies are remarkably responsive. When you identify and address the root cause of a health concern early — rather than managing it with long-term medication — the results can be life-changing. Functional medicine is uniquely suited to pediatric care because it takes the time to understand the full picture: diet, environment, family history, stress, sleep, gut health, and more.
The conventional medical system does many things well. But for the growing number of children dealing with chronic, complex, or hard-to-diagnose concerns, it often falls short. Appointments are short. Referrals pile up. Parents leave with more questions than answers. Meanwhile, their child continues to struggle.
At Elivate Wellness, we do things differently. Longer appointments. Real conversations. A provider who remembers your child's name, their story, and what you're working toward together.
A Practice Built for Families — By a Mother Who Gets It
Elivate Wellness is a mother-owned and operated practice. That isn't just a detail — it shapes everything about how we show up for our patients. We know what it feels like to sit in a waiting room with a worried child. We know the exhaustion of being told "everything looks fine" when you know something isn't. We know how much it matters to feel truly heard by your healthcare provider.
That's the experience we are committed to creating for every family who walks through our doors. A calm, welcoming environment. Providers who take their time. Care that respects your role as a parent and treats you as the expert on your own child.
Continuity of care matters deeply to us — your family will work with the same providers, build real relationships, and never feel like a number on a schedule.
Serving Families Across Shepherdsville, Louisville, Bardstown & Elizabethtown
Elivate Wellness is located in Shepherdsville, KY — conveniently accessible for families throughout Louisville, Bardstown, Elizabethtown, and surrounding communities across Bullitt, Nelson, Hardin, and Jefferson counties.
For families in the greater Louisville metro area looking for a pediatric functional medicine provider who takes a whole-body, root-cause approach, Elivate Wellness offers something genuinely rare: the time, the expertise, and the heart to meet your child where they are.
Early Introductory Pricing — Limited Spots Available:
- We are offering early introductory pricing to a limited number of families as we launch our pediatric program
- Priority access is available to families who inquire now — spots are limited and will fill quickly
- Email us at staff@elivatewellness.com or call (502) 215-6300 for details
- Or use the contact form below to have our team reach out to you
Ready to take the next step for your child's health?
We'd love to connect with your family. Reach out today to learn more about our pediatric program, ask questions, and inquire about our early introductory pricing. Kelsea and the Elivate Wellness team are ready to meet you.
Inquire About Pediatric Care at Elivate Wellness →Frequently Asked Questions — Pediatric Care at Elivate Wellness
What ages does Elivate Wellness see for pediatric care?
We are now accepting pediatric patients ages 3 through 17. Whether your child is a toddler, school-age, or a teenager, Kelsea and our team are equipped to provide age-appropriate, whole-body functional medicine care.
Who provides pediatric care at Elivate Wellness?
Pediatric care at Elivate Wellness is led by Kelsea Creason, our pediatric physician assistant. Kelsea is dedicated to root-cause, whole-body care for children and teens, and works closely with families throughout the process.
Is this a replacement for our child's primary care doctor?
Functional medicine care at Elivate Wellness is designed to complement your child's existing healthcare, not replace it. We work alongside your child's other providers to offer a deeper level of investigation and whole-body support that conventional care often doesn't have time to provide.
What conditions or concerns do you address in pediatric patients?
Our pediatric care covers a wide range of concerns including gut and digestive health, focus and attention challenges, anxiety and mood, immune support, nutrition and development, hormonal and puberty-related changes, and skin conditions. If your child has an ongoing health concern that hasn't been fully resolved through conventional care, we encourage you to reach out.
What is early introductory pricing and how do I access it?
As we launch our pediatric program, we are offering special introductory pricing to a limited number of families. To receive priority access and full details, contact us through our website, email staff@elivatewellness.com, or call (502) 215-6300. Spots are limited.
Where is Elivate Wellness located?
We are located at 6302 Hwy 44 E, Shepherdsville, KY 40165 — easily accessible for families from Louisville, Bardstown, Elizabethtown, and throughout central Kentucky. Contact us to get started.