Meet Dr. Elena Villanueva
Founder of Modern Holistic Health
When it comes to chronic illness, your audience deserves to know all their options.
Dr. Elena Villanueva, DC delivers evidence-based keynotes on the root causes of chronic illness, environmental toxins, brain and mental health, and the science of whole-person healing.
After two decades in clinical practice, Dr. V built one of the most recognized data-driven holistic health platforms in the world, teaching both practitioners and the public how to use advanced testing and integrative protocols to finally heal chronic illness. She is also an international speaker, health influencer, and co-author of Codes of Longevity.
Trusted by Practitioners, Clients, and Health Leaders in 18+ Countries.
Dr. V In The Media
KVUE Austin, TX. ABC News – Chronic Illness and how a holistic approach may help patients
WNYN, FOX 5 New York – Dr V – Holistic Health Remedies for Hangovers
WUSA Great Day Washington – Surprising Causes of Chronic Illness
WUPA Focus Atlanta – Dr V – The Benefits of Holistic Treatments for Chronic Ailments
FOX 5 News Interview – ADHD In The Workplace with Dr. Villanueva
GOOD DAY LA – Managing Stress as Cities Reopen After Coronavirus
Good Morning Washington – Social Isolation & Social Anxiety from Covid-19
Trusted by Practitioners, Leaders & Audiences Worldwide
Dr. Elena Villanueva’s work has been featured, referenced, and shared by practitioners, speakers, educators, and wellness communities internationally.
Referenced by leading voices in functional and root-cause medicine
Dr. Elena Villanueva’s work and personal healing story continue to influence conversations around chronic illness, epigenetics, trauma, and root-cause medicine worldwide.
If you are looking for experts in functional and holistic medicine approaches who are also compassionate and truly care about helping you, Modern Holistic Health is my top recommendation! Thank you, Dr. V, Ann, Rosita, and the whole MHH team!
This level of ‘therapy’, holistic healing and caring is unparalleled in all of my experience.
As an elder and a lifelong learner I am deeply humbled and filled with gratitude for Dr. Villanueva and the magnificent team of MHH. If you are someone who is living at half mast (or worse) and some part of you wants to reclaim who you really came here to be, don’t hesitate for a moment - take the leap, sign up (it’s an amazing offer!!) and begin now - at the rhythm and pace that resonates for you!
Thank you for all you do, Dr. V!
Thank you for all you do, Dr. V!
Audience & Event Highlights
Hear directly from practitioners, attendees, and professionals impacted by Dr. V’s work and teachings.
Congreso BioHealth — Functional & Integrative Medicine Conference
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico • May 2026
Dr. Elena Villanueva was invited as a featured international speaker at the prestigious 10th Annual Conference for Functional & Integrative Medicine, joining leading voices in holistic health from around the world.
Her presentation focused on interpreting environmental toxicity labs and uncovering common denominators in chronic disease through a root-cause lens.
The Vibrant Longevity Summit
Austin, TX • October 2025
Dr. Elena Villanueva was featured at the Vibrant Longevity Summit in Austin, Texas, joining internationally recognized leaders in longevity medicine, epigenetics, neuroscience, environmental health, and human performance.
As part of the summit’s Toxins Learning Track, Dr. Villanueva contributed to discussions on environmental medicine, toxic burden, and innovative root-cause strategies designed to support resilience, vitality, healthy aging, and long-term wellness.
Health Experts Alliance Live Event
Denver, CO • February 2025
Dr. Elena Villanueva joined the Health Experts Alliance Live Event in Denver as an expert speaker alongside leading voices in longevity medicine, advanced diagnostics, and practice growth.
Her presentation, Understanding the Impacts of Environmental Medicine Using Advanced Lab Testing, focused on identifying hidden contributors to chronic illness through data-driven, root-cause analysis and advanced functional testing strategies.
Menopause Redefined Summit
Dr. Elena Villanueva joined a panel of leading women’s health experts for the Menopause Redefined Summit, an online educational event focused on hormone health, midlife wellness, emotional resilience, and healthy aging.
During her featured session, Dr. Villanueva shared integrative perspectives on hormonal balance, root-cause healing, and empowering women to navigate menopause with greater vitality, clarity, and confidence.
Virtual Neurology Summit
In the Virtual Neurology Summit, Dr. Elena Villanueva explored the relationship between environmental toxicity, mycotoxins, and neurological function as part of a global educational series on neuro rehabilitation and brain health.
Her presentation, Hidden Neurological Saboteurs: The Impact of Mycotoxins on Brain Health, highlighted root-cause approaches to supporting cognitive wellness, neuroplasticity, and long-term neurological resilience.
The Superhuman Summit
Dr. Elena Villanueva joined a select group of experts in human potential, personal transformation, and holistic wellness for The Superhuman Summit.
Through her presentation, From Thriving to Surviving, she shared insights on resilience, nervous system healing, emotional growth, and practical strategies for creating a healthier and more aligned life.
My Healthy Home Summit
Dr. Elena Villanueva appeared as a featured expert in the My Healthy Home Summit, an educational event dedicated to mold exposure, indoor toxins, air quality, and environmental contributors to chronic illness.
Her discussion focused on toxic burden, root-cause healing, and practical ways to reduce environmental exposures that can impact inflammation, hormone balance, and overall health.
Rewire Your Brain Masterclass
The Rewire Your Brain Masterclass featured Dr. Elena Villanueva alongside experts in neuroscience, emotional healing, and personal transformation.
Her session explored the connection between trauma, nervous system regulation, emotional release, and the role of brain rewiring in supporting healing, resilience, and long-term wellness.
Beyond Functional Medicine Summit
Dr. Elena Villanueva contributed to the Beyond Functional Medicine Summit: Deep Healing & Advanced Therapies, an online event exploring trauma healing, stress regulation, energetic medicine, and advanced integrative therapies.
Her presentation examined the connection between unresolved trauma, chronic illness, and whole-person healing while sharing root-cause approaches that support resilience and recovery.
Beyond the Brain Summit
As part of the Beyond the Brain Summit, Dr. Elena Villanueva joined leading practitioners and educators focused on brain health, cognitive function, and chronic disease prevention.
Her interview highlighted the powerful relationship between the brain, gut, and nervous system, while emphasizing data-driven, root-cause approaches to improving neurological and overall health.
Heavy Docuseries
Dr. Elena Villanueva was featured in the Heavy docuseries alongside internationally recognized experts in functional medicine, detoxification, and environmental health.
Her interview explored the impact of toxic burden, heavy metals, and environmental exposures on chronic illness while sharing practical strategies for supporting the body’s natural detoxification pathways and long-term resilience.
The Best Year of Your Life Summit
Dr. Elena Villanueva was invited to participate in The Best Year of Your Life Summit, a personal growth and wellness event featuring internationally recognized voices in mindset, habits, emotional wellness, and intentional living.
Her interview focused on creating sustainable health, overcoming survival-based patterns, and building a healthier, more energized life through nervous system healing and root-cause wellness strategies.
Conversations That Matter
These topics are available as keynotes, panels, fireside chats, or practitioner trainings — all tailored to your audience.
Perfect for: Medical and integrative health conferences, mental health summits, practitioner training events, corporate wellness programs, women's health conferences, chronic illness and autoimmune communities, and wellness retreats.
Topic 1: The Root Causes of Chronic Illness
Half of American adults are living with a chronic illness. Most of them have no idea why. In this talk, Dr. V breaks down the most common hidden drivers of chronic disease — from environmental toxins and gut dysfunction to genetic vulnerabilities and infectious triggers — and shows how a “test-don't-guess” approach changes everything.
Topic 2: The Brain-Body Connection
Depression, anxiety, brain fog, and cognitive decline are not character flaws or life sentences. They are symptoms, and they have causes. Dr. V walks audiences through the neurochemical, metabolic, and environmental factors driving today's mental health crisis, and what it actually takes to reverse it.
Topic 3: Toxins, Environment, and the Brain
The toxins in your food, water, air, and everyday products are quietly altering brain chemistry, triggering autoimmune conditions, and accelerating chronic disease. Dr. V brings the science to life in a way that's impossible to ignore — and gives audiences concrete steps to reduce their toxic burden starting today.
Topic 4: The Gut-Brain Connection
If your gut is struggling, your brain is too. Dr. V explores the powerful two-way communication system between the gut and the brain, how GI dysfunction fuels conditions from depression to autoimmunity, and what the latest evidence says about healing it from the root cause up.
Topic 5: Epigenetics, Nutrigenomics & Your Body's Hidden Blueprint
Your genes are not your destiny, but they are your roadmap. This talk breaks down how genetic variants like MTHFR affect methylation, brain function, inflammation, and detoxification, and how the right testing and targeted nutrition can unlock a level of healing most people didn't think was possible.
Topic 6: The Missing Piece: Trauma, Emotions, and Chronic Illness
Childhood trauma is linked to nearly every major chronic illness. Dr. V breaks down the science behind how early life stress rewires the nervous system, alters gene expression, and creates the biological conditions for disease decades later, and what it actually takes to address it.
Podcasts
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Tim James found himself in his late 30’s – overweight, out of shape, and overall unhealthy. While supporting a friend who was diagnosed with cancer, Tim was able to see incredible weight loss and regain his own health. In this episode of TribeTalk, learn how Tim’s own health journey has labeled him the Health Hero and inspired him to start Chemical Free Body, a line of nutrition supplements that is unlike any other.
Marci Shimoff is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a world-renowned transformational teacher and an expert on happiness, success, and unconditional love. In this edition of TribeTalk, find out more about her program, called A Year of Miracles, that has people all over the world making life changes for the better.
Bring the “Root Cause Revolution” to Your Next Stage, Event, or Retreat
Dr. V customizes every talk to meet your audience exactly where they are. Custom talks available.
Virtual and in-person events welcomed worldwide.