Specializing in: Autoimmune, Chronic Inflammation, Metabolic Dysfuntion, Hormone Balance and Digestive Health

At Carolina Sunshine Functional Wellness, we offer personalized support designed to help you get to the root of what may be contributing to imbalance in the body.

Whether you are looking for functional testing, coaching support, or self-paced education, there are several ways to work with us based on your goals, needs, and season of life.

Ways to Work With Us

Functional Testing + Personalized Guidance

For those who want deeper insight into what may be happening beneath the surface, I offer select functional wellness packages that may include specialty testing, education, and personalized wellness guidance.

These options are ideal for individuals seeking a more targeted, root-cause approach.

Functional Wellness Coaching

Coaching packages are designed for those who want personalized support, accountability, and practical wellness strategies focused on areas such as inflammation, gut health, hormones, lifestyle balance, and foundational healing support.

Courses + Educational Programs

If you prefer to learn at your own pace, my courses and wellness programs provide step-by-step education and encouragement to help you build healthier habits and better understand your body.

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Carey Shannon, DHM, DFM, PhD

Functional Medicine Practitioner | Health & Wellness Educator | Author

Carey Shannon, DHM, DFM, PhD, is a dedicated Functional Medicine practitioner, educator, and author with over 30 years of experience spanning clinical healthcare and professional education. As the founder of Carolina Sunshine Wellness, Carey specializes in supporting individuals and families navigating autoimmune conditions, chronic inflammation, hormone imbalances, and metabolic dysfunction. By blending her clinical foundation as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) with her Doctorate in Functional Medicine, Carey utilizes a whole-person, root-cause approach. She is committed to uncovering the underlying triggers of illness and implementing sustainable, anti-inflammatory strategies that help her clients reclaim their vitality.

Signature Programs & Initiatives

Carey is the creator of the Healthy Family Initiative, a core component of her practice inspired by her book, The Mindful Child Method: Building a Strong Foundation with Healthy Eating, Movement, and Positivity. She also leads the Sugar LESS program, designed to help individuals and families reduce inflammatory sugar intake and stabilize metabolic health. Her work focuses on:

• Root-Cause Wellness: Shifting the focus from symptoms to underlying biological triggers.
• Metabolic & Hormone Support: Balancing the body’s internal systems for long-term energy and weight stability.
• Family-Centered Health: Empowering parents and children to build a culture of wellness together.

Professional Background

With a career that ranges from teaching elementary students to serving as a Program Director and college professor in Allied Health, Carey has a unique gift for translating complex medical science into actionable lifestyle changes. Her academic and professional journey includes:

• Doctorates in Homeopathic Medicine (DHM) and Functional Medicine (DFM), and a PhD.
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) with a strong background in pediatric clinical settings.
• Career Technical Education Credential in Health and Medical Technologies.
• Expertise in coaching, curriculum design, telehealth, and blended learning.

Author & Speaker

Carey is the author of the Journey to Wellness Series, and the Traveling Tazi children’s book series. Whether she is consulting on curriculum, speaking at wellness initiatives, or working one-on-one with clients, her mission remains the same: to help others live brighter, lighter, and more balanced lives through compassionate, evidence-based care.