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Dr. Shelly Thran is a highly experienced holistic and integrative medicine practitioner with over 30 years of clinical expertise. Her career began with a Masters degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, and Sports Medicine, with a minor in Nutrition, from California State University, Chico (1995). Her graduate research was published in a peer-reviewed medical journal, reflecting her early commitment to scientific rigor and evidence-based care. In 2001, Dr. Shelly founded her private practice, where she began integrating personal training, Pilates, Gyrotonic® movement, and nutritional therapy into a comprehensive model of wellness. She further expanded her holistic training at the National Holistic Institute, earning certifications as a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Certified Clinical Master Herbalist. In 2010, she earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Natural Medicine (Naturopathic Doctor, ND), with additional certification in Ayurvedic Medicine, deepening her expertise in traditional healing systems and individualized constitutional care. She later completed her Clinical Doctorate in Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine (DAIM) from Alhambra Medical University in 2018. Her commitment to advanced, patient-centered care has led her to pursue extensive training in massage therapy, Neuro Emotional Technique (NET), NAET, acupuncture injection therapy, peptide therapy, Energy4Life Biofield Training, and functional laboratory testing. She is currently completing her certification in Functional Medicine through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). Dr. Shellys approach bridges scientific precision with holistic healing traditions. She is dedicated to identifying and addressing the root causes of illness while supporting optimal physical, emotional, and metabolic health. Her work empowers patients to restore balance, build resilience, and achieve lasting wellness.

About the practice

Holistic Bodyworks Integrative Health, LLC is a premier integrative functional medicine clinic dedicated to restoring balance, optimizing longevity, and empowering patients to achieve lasting wellness. Founded on the principles of naturopathic medicine and Eastern medical wisdom, the clinic blends functional diagnostics with time-honored healing traditions to address the root causes of illnessnot just symptoms. Led by an Integrative Functional Naturopathic Doctor and Doctor of Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine, Holistic Bodyworks Integrative Health serves patients seeking comprehensive, personalized healthcare solutions. The clinic specializes in functional integrative medicine, longevity optimization, chronic pain management, cognitive health and brain optimization, hormone balance, metabolic health, and complex chronic conditions. By integrating advanced functional laboratory testing, acupuncture, herbal medicine, clinical nutrition, and individualized lifestyle medicine, each treatment plan is tailored to the unique biochemistry and health goals of every patient. Holistic Bodyworks Integrative Health, LLC supports individuals experiencing fatigue, brain fog, inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, digestive dysfunction, stress-related disorders, and age-related declinehelping restore vitality and enhance overall wellness. With a patient-centered, evidence-informed approach, the clinic is committed to empowering individuals to take control of their health and build a strong foundation for lifelong resilience and optimal well-being.

Medical Specialties

• Detox
• GI Health
• Immune Health
• Nutrition
• Thyroid
• Women's Health

Graduate School Education

• Alhambra Medical University
• Chico State University
• KCNH
• National Healing Institute (NHI)

Professional Associations

• NAET Certified
• NES Energy4Life Practitioner
• NET Level 3 Certified Practitioner
• Prodrome Elite Practitioner