Founding Sponsors
These sponsors allow Gluten Free Dairy Free St. Louis to be hosted without advertisements.
Each of these local business owners eats gluten free dairy free right along with you! They understand the challenges and are looking forward to utilizing this resource, also.
Please take a minute to review their bios.
If you get a chance to use their services or refer out to them, please do!
Kate Blankenship, Realtor
The Blankenship Team
When Kate is not working, she loves to spend time with her husband, cooking, drinking wine and escaping to the lake!
If you’re looking for a St. Louis realtor, send Kate Blankenship an email at kate@theblankenshipteam.com.
Dr. Emily Hecker, Owner
Enlighten Functional Medicine
In her spare time, she values being with her husband, riding bikes with her elementary aged boys, and loving on her two terrier dogs. She enjoys geeking out and reading scientific journals for fun, trying new paleo/ketogenic meals, graphic design (for her creative side) and volunteering in the kids area at her local church.
You can contact her at support@enlightenstl.com.
Olivia Bracken, Owner
The Golden Door
You can’t mention “acupuncture” in St. Louis and not hear about Olivia Bracken. The Golden Door is a St. Louis-owned empowerment and resource collective focused on women’s health. At Golden Door, we offer multiple types of services to fit all of your self care needs. Whether its getting a facial, acupuncture, massage, or EMDR Therapy; we provide exceptional services with some of the top providers in the area.
You can contact her at goldendoorstl@gmail.com.
Lisa Hollenbeck, Owner
The Alpine Shop
Lisa is an encourager and supporter of all things local and health related. She’s always willing to share her journey and her local finds! Please check out the Alpine Shop in Kirkwood, Chesterfield & Columbia when you can for supporting local. Great for outdoor needs, clothing, gifts, and more.
Also shop at The Pathfinder in Manhattan, KS.
Corry Cande, Owner
Corry Cande Functional Medicine Health Coaching
A heart driven private practice serving children, teens, families and individual adults. 7 years ago their middle daughter was diagnosed with a rare auto inflammatory condition called CRMO, which eventually led them to treat from a Functional Medicine root cause perspective. At the core of her daughter’s treatment plan is the power of nutrition, which has meant embracing a lifestyle that is both GF/DF.
Corry understands the impact of chronic illness on not just the individual, but also the entire family. Corry harnesses the power of each person’s unique strengths to help encourage the personal changes they desire. Corry combines her almost 20 years in pediatrics as a Child Life Specialist and her family’s Functional Medicine journey of almost 5 years to create a space designed to meet the specific needs of each individual.
You can contact Corry at: corry@corrycandefunctionalmedicinehealthcoaching.com
Dr. Jeanne Sandheinrich, Owner
First Step Family Wellness
Located in Kirkwood. Dr. Ryan and Dr. Jeanne know that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is critical to being healthy. This is why they live out each day how they advise their patients. Both doctors live an exceptionally healthy lifestyle, and take pride in guiding their patients along the journey to better health.
Call: 314.805.7837
Brittanie Zwart, MSW, LCSW
BGZ Therapy, LLC
Brittanie Zwart is a social worker in St. Louis running a thriving virtual therapy practice. She believes that access to delicious and nourishing foods can heal us physically as well as emotionally. Brittanie provides counseling to women in transition whether it be from relationships, career, health, parenthood, or personal growth. To contact Brittanie, email her at: hello@brittaniezwart.com
Laci Hansard, Copywriter
LaciWrites.com
Laci is a copywriter that specializes in email marketing. She has been gluten free for over 10 years. She is usually busy with her 3 kids or listening to a podcast. You can email her at:
laci@laciwrites.com
Lacy Counts, Graphic Designer
LacyCounts.com
Lacy is a graphic designer and Mama to a sweet baby girl. She’s worked as a graphic designer in the wellness space for several years.
You can email her at: lacyjulane@gmail.com.