Brigitte Sager, NP

04/22/2026

Sponsored by the Institute for Functional Nursing. Learn more about our programs at www.fxnursing.com

In this episode, Brigitte Sager interviewed Everest Goldstein, M.ED, MSN, PMHNP-BC, IFMCP, about what functional psychiatry really looks like in practice and why nurses are uniquely positioned to lead in this often overlooked niche.

Everest shared her personal turning point with Lyme disease, how functional psychiatry treats depression and anxiety as symptoms with root causes, and why foundations like sleep, stress, movement, nutrition, and gut health matter more than chasing supplements or trends.

If you missed this episode when it first launched, go listen now. It’s a powerful conversation for nurses interested in mental health, root cause care, and building a values aligned functional practice.

💻 Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/1nPA4IDyXnY

04/21/2026

Your nursing education was holistic from the start.
Now it’s time to return to that truth.

04/15/2026

Are we truly helping patients heal, or just managing symptoms faster?

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, we dive into the difference between quick fixes and true root-cause healing, exploring how functional medicine nurses are uniquely positioned to bridge that gap. You’ll gain powerful insights into how to think beyond surface-level treatments, connect the dots across body systems, and truly empower patients with sustainable, long-term solutions. Whether you’re already in the functional space or just starting to feel the pull, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible when nurses step into their full potential as educators, coaches, and leaders in healthcare.

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04/14/2026

Discover how holistic nursing certification complements functional nursing and opens new professional pathways. Read the full post by Brigitte Sager, DNP IFMCP CNE to learn practical benefits, certification options, and how this alignment supports patient-centered care and growth in nursing practice. https://wix.to/me8vG4K

Learn how holistic nursing certification aligns with functional nursing and supports professional growth.

04/13/2026

Leadership doesn’t require a title.
It requires clarity, courage, and purpose.

04/08/2026

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In this episode of The Functional Nurse Podcast, Brigitte Sager broke down the real world challenges nurses face when guiding patients through elimination diets and how to set everyone up for success from the start.

She covered common pitfalls like overwhelm, poor timing, slip ups, and reintroduction mistakes, while reframing elimination diets as a structured experiment rather than a quick fix. The focus stayed on gut repair, root cause healing, and sustainable behavior change.

If you missed this episode when it first aired, go listen now. It’s a must for any nurse supporting patients with food reactions and sensitivities.

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A Functional Nursing Approach to Food Reactions
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04/06/2026

It’s time to step into the power we already hold.
Nurses, united, are unstoppable.

04/01/2026

Sponsored by the Institute for Functional Nursing. Learn more about our programs at www.fxnursing.com

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-ez43w-1a88a8e

In this episode of the Functional Nurse Podcast, Brigitte Sager, DNP breaks down one of the most common questions nurses and nurse practitioners ask: should you go back to school, and if so, which path is right for you? From BSN to MSN, nurse practitioner programs, DNP vs PhD, and beyond, this episode explores the real impact of advanced degrees on your career, scope of practice, income potential, and long-term fulfillment.

More importantly, this conversation challenges the assumption that more education is always the answer. Brigitte shares insights from her own journey and from working with over a thousand RNs and NPs navigating burnout, career transitions, and the shift toward functional and integrative healthcare. If you're questioning your next step, considering entrepreneurship, or feeling pulled toward a more aligned way of practicing nursing, this episode will help you clarify your goals and make a more intentional decision about your future.

03/30/2026

You don’t have to carry the whole weight of reform.
You just need to take your piece of the work and rise.

03/25/2026

Sponsored by the Institute for Functional Nursing. Learn more about our programs at https://www.fxnursing.com/

In this episode, Brigitte shared a personal (fully permitted) story about a loved one who sought Functional Medicine care, only to end up in a clinic that focused more on selling expensive labs and supplements than providing real root-cause strategy and individualized support.

This conversation wasn’t about calling out anyone. It was about protecting patients, especially those who are overwhelmed or desperate for answers. We covered how to spot red flags, ask better questions before spending thousands, and recognize when a provider isn’t truly practicing ethical, process-based Functional Medicine.

If you missed this episode when it first launched, go listen now, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. 📽️ Watch it here: https://youtu.be/kr2FLWCpcmg

03/23/2026

When you start to see the gaps in the system, it changes everything.
Waking up isn’t easy, but it’s necessary.

03/18/2026

So you’re thinking about starting a holistic nursing business? Amazing. But before you launch that website or invest in a program, there are a few things you need to hear—things most people don’t tell you when you’re just starting out.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to become a nurse entrepreneur in the holistic space. We’ll talk about the emotional rollercoaster, the real cost (in time or money), and the surprising skills you’ll have to learn along the way.

You’ll hear hard-earned truths like:
✔️ Why “if you build it, they will come” is a myth (and what to do instead)
✔️ Why passion isn’t enough—and what you’ll need to learn to succeed
✔️ Why crying (sometimes out of nowhere) is part of the process
✔️ And why there's plenty of room for you in this space—even if someone else in town is doing something similar

Whether you’re in the dreaming phase or already building your practice, this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and seriously prepared.

It’s not supposed to be easy—but it is worth it. Let’s talk about it.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://thefunctionalnursepodcast.podbean.com/e/10-truths-every-aspiring-holistic-nurse-entrepreneur-should-know/?token=b0bb0517557288ccb0b0211ef3c0c195

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