Texas Center For Lifestyle Medicine

Name

Texas Center For Lifestyle Medicine

Legal name

Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine

Website

https://texascenterforlifestylemedicine.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine is a Houston-based integrative medicine clinic that delivers condition-specific group programs, individual consultations, and telehealth visits for chronic illness patients (dysautonomia/POTS, fibromyalgia, diabetes, EDS, cancer support), billing through insurance plus self-pay subscriptions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (6211), Offices of Other Health Practitioners (6213)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Chronic Condition Lifestyle Coaching (Non-Clinical) (HSADAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Virtual Specialty Care Programs (Payer-Sponsored) (HLALACAD), Behavioral Health-Integrated Chronic Care (SUD comorbidity, collaborative care) (HLALAFAK)

Keywords

• Integrative medicine
• Lifestyle medicine
• Functional medicine
• Chronic disease management
• Mind-body medicine

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Medical Office Visits: Individual and group medical visits billed as standard medical appointments, covered by insurance for in-network patients
2. Group Visit Coaching Sessions: Condition-specific group coaching sessions billed as medical visits with copay for in-network insurance or $80/session self-pay rate
3. Online Educational Courses: POTS & Dysautonomia Master Course offered on monthly subscription basis with flexible pause/cancel options, providing ongoing revenue from course enrollment
4. IV Infusion Therapy: Customized IV infusions delivering vitamins, minerals, and nutrients directly into bloodstream for additional therapeutic revenue stream
5. Health Coaching Services: Transformational group coaching programs and one-on-one coaching sessions for behavior change and chronic disease management

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Texas Center For Lifestyle Medicine operates an integrative and lifestyle medicine clinic in Houston, TX that delivers condition-specific clinical programs (Dysautonomia/POTS, Brain Train, EDS/Hypermobile, Chronic Pain/Fibromyalgia, Diabetes, Cancer Support), individual services such as IV Infusion Therapy, Mind-Body Medicine, Nutrition Coaching, and Culinary Medicine, and a subscription-based online educational platform (POTS & Dysautonomia Master Course with embedded AI chatbot). Care is delivered through in-person visits at the Houston clinic and daily telehealth, with billing through major insurance networks and self-pay options.

Product overview

Texas Center for Lifestyle Medicine (TCLM) is a lifestyle and integrative medicine clinic in Houston, TX that operates as a unified suite of clinical programs rather than a single software product. The core offering consists of condition-specific group visit programs — including the Dysautonomia/POTS Program, Brain Train Program, EDS/Hypermobile Program, Chronic Pain/Fibromyalgia Group Visits, Diabetes Group Visits, Cancer Support Group Visits, and Mind-Body Medicine Sessions — supplemented by individual services such as IV Infusion Therapy, Nutrition Coaching, and Culinary Medicine (Kitchen Behavior Training). The POTS & Dysautonomia Master Course is a subscription-based educational program that includes an embedded evidence-based AI chatbot. All programs are interconnected through the clinic's collaborative care model, shared patient portal, and group coaching framework, with services accessible both in-person and via telehealth.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Dysautonomia/POTS Program Condition-specific clinical program providing individualized treatment plans for dysautonomia and POTS, including personalized prescription IVs, nutrition guidance, mind-body medicine skills, and supplements, with emphasis on understanding root causes. Intended for individuals with dysautonomia, POTS, and related autonomic dysfunction.
• Brain Train Program Integrative group visit sessions focused on cognitive optimization, mental resilience, and neurological well-being, led by Dr. Cheng Ruan. Held on a recurring cadence (every Thursday at 11:30 AM virtually) for individuals seeking brain health and mental wellness support.
• EDS (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) / Hypermobile Program Educational group visits with Dr. Cheng Ruan and guest speakers for connective tissue issues, chronic pain, and EDS/hypermobility, featuring specialized workshops, breathwork, physical therapy, and expert guest speakers. Held every other Tuesday at 8:30 AM on Zoom.
• Chronic Pain / Fibromyalgia Group Visits Educational and interactive group visits led by Dr. Cheng Ruan dedicated to understanding root causes and management strategies for fibromyalgia, posture issues, neurological conditions, muscular problems, and joint pain. Held every Tuesday at 1:30 PM.
• Mind-Body Medicine Sessions Group and one-on-one sessions with Mind-Body Medicine Practitioner Geny Moreno, offering breathwork, Tai-Chi, meditation, mindfulness practices, and emotional resiliency training. Available both virtually and in-person for individuals seeking stress reduction and nervous system regulation.
• Nutrition Coaching Group Sessions Interactive nutrition coaching group sessions led by Registered Dietitian Ruben Lespron, teaching non-restrictive meal planning, how to decrease inflammatory foods, and practical strategies for metabolic health and symptom management.
• Diabetes Group Visits Group visit sessions led by Nurse Practitioner Gardner Mack, focused on comprehensive diabetes education, realistic behavior changes, medication management, stress reduction tools, and community support for diabetes management.
• Cancer Support Group Visits Support group visits led by Amy Bryant, NP, providing a safe environment for individuals affected by cancer, offering community fellowship, emotional support, and evidence-based tools for physical and emotional well-being during treatment and recovery.
• POTS & Dysautonomia Master Course A comprehensive subscription-based online educational program covering POTS, dysautonomia, co-occurring conditions, symptom management, and mind-body techniques, with expert-led guidance from Dr. Cheng Ruan, Amy Bryant NP, and Geny Moreno, plus an embedded evidence-based AI chatbot for personalized 24/7 support. Offered on a monthly subscription basis.
• IV Infusion Therapy Customized IV infusions delivering essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients directly into the bloodstream to promote optimal health and support the body's natural healing processes. Founded and led by Amy Bryant, NP.
• Kitchen Behavior Training / Culinary Medicine Sessions Group sessions combining culinary education and nutrition, led by Lifestyle Chef Franklin, Registered Dietitian Ruben Lespron, and Dr. Cheng Ruan, teaching cooking and meal planning to increase healing foods and reduce inflammatory ingredients.
• Transformational Group Coaching Programs Intensive virtual group coaching programs offering in-depth assessments, personalized health plans, disease prevention strategies, and holistic approaches addressing physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Led by National Board Certified Health Coaches including Melissa Talwar and Carla Moss.

Quantifiable outcome

• Patients with type 2 diabetes significantly reduced A1C levels after six coaching sessions
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Baylor College of MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor Houston-area academic medical center collaboration, representing a key referral and care coordination partnership for comprehensive patient care
• Mayo CliniccoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrestigious national medical institution partnership for advanced care coordination and specialist referrals
• Memorial Hermann Health SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor Houston healthcare system partnership for integrated care delivery and patient referrals
• Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading functional medicine organization partnership providing access to advanced training, protocols, and professional network for integrative medicine approaches
• National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational certification board partnership ensuring health coaches meet rigorous professional standards for evidence-based coaching

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Forward Health: Tech-forward preventive primary care offering combining in-person visits with continuous remote monitoring and AI-driven care, partially overlapping with TCLM's preventive lifestyle and chronic disease management positioning.
• Maven Clinic: Virtual specialty care platform providing condition-specific programs and coaching, often payer- or employer-sponsored. Comparable on the digital specialty care and coaching infrastructure side of TCLM's offering.

Direct peers

• Amen Clinics: Specialty brain-health and integrative psychiatry clinic network offering condition-specific programs, telehealth, and media presence. Comparable to TCLM's Brain Train Program and was a media feature partner.
• Parsley Health: Membership-based functional medicine practice combining physician visits, health coaching, and remote care for chronic conditions. Closest direct comp to TCLM's hybrid in-person + telehealth + coaching model with a national footprint.
• Eleven Eleven Wellness: Functional medicine practice delivering physician and health-coach-led care for chronic conditions, with insurance billing and specialty programs (e.g., women's health). Closely aligned with TCLM's clinical and operational model.

Broad incumbents

• Mayo Clinic Integrative Medicine: Runs a dedicated integrative medicine and wellness program within Mayo Clinic, offering lifestyle and complementary therapies for chronic illness. Highly comparable clinical philosophy to TCLM and an active TCLM referral partner.
• One Medical (Amazon One Medical): Primary care membership platform with hybrid in-person and 24/7 virtual care across major U.S. markets. Comparable care delivery model and insurance/FSA acceptance, though broader primary care rather than specialty lifestyle medicine.
• Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine: Operates a functional/lifestyle medicine program inside a major U.S. health system with physician-led, integrative care for chronic conditions. Directly comparable to TCLM's clinical model, but at vastly larger institutional scale.
• Osher Center for Integrative Medicine: Network of academic integrative medicine clinics at major universities offering physician-led lifestyle and complementary care for chronic conditions. Directly comparable clinical model to TCLM at an academic medical center scale.

Others

• Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM): Leading professional organization for functional medicine training and protocols, and an active TCLM 'Core' partner. Relevant as an ecosystem enabler and professional credibility anchor rather than a direct clinical competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/txlifemed
• Instagraminstagram.com/txlifemed
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/txlifemed

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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