Welcome to Neuronutrition Associates
We focus on systems, not symptoms

At Neuronutrition Associates, our mission is to provide exceptional functional and integrative medical care for children, adults, and families, empowering them to achieve optimal health and wellness. We blend the best of traditional and holistic medicine, offering personalized care that is tailored to each individual’s unique needs. From preventive care to advanced treatment strategies, we create comprehensive, customized plans based on the latest scientific research, detailed laboratory testing, and innovative nutraceutical therapies.

As a functional medicine practice, we believe true wellness comes from understanding and addressing the root causes of health challenges. Whether it’s genetics, environmental influences, dietary intolerances or allergies, or imbalances in the immune, nervous, and digestive systems, our approach aims to identify these factors and provide targeted support. By integrating nutrition, supplementation, detoxification, and other evidence-based therapies, we help our patients and their families achieve lasting vitality and well-being.

What Makes Us Different
At Neuronutrition Associates, we set ourselves apart with our unique blend of expertise, experience, and authenticity. Our team is composed of highly credentialed practitioners with advanced education from prestigious universities and gold-standard training in functional medicine. With combined decades of experience, we have established ourselves as leaders in the field, known for our comprehensive and compassionate approach to care. Our roots in allopathic medicine ensure that we bring a deep understanding of conventional medical practices, while our commitment to holistic, integrative, and functional care allows us to offer the best of both worlds. We specialize in addressing complex mental health and neurodevelopmental challenges, including autism, using evidence-based, personalized strategies to help our patients thrive. At Neuronutrition Associates, you’ll find a team dedicated to supporting your health journey with integrity, depth, and a genuine passion for helping you reach your fullest potential.

Neuronutrition Associates is committed to helping heal children and prevent disease by focusing on the whole child instead of just the symptoms. We will listen, guide, and assist the parents and patient throughout this process. The path to healing can take time, and we will be here to support the challenges and improvements of each child along their healing journey. We address the root cause of symptoms and treat organically in order to fully restore children to their most healthy being. Our approach includes creating an environment of caring and compassion involving both parents and the child in the treatment plan, and using evidenced-based practice to promote individual health and wellness.

Dr. Emily Gutierrez is a distinguished Doctor of Nursing Practice and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of expertise in pediatric functional medicine. She earned her doctorate from Johns Hopkins University and her master’s degree in pediatric nursing from the University of Texas at Austin. Dr. Gutierrez is board-certified in functional medicine and clinical nutrition, in addition to holding dual board certifications as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Primary Care Mental Health Specialist. She is also a Fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.

As co-founder of Neuronutrition Associates, one of the country’s first pediatric-inclusive functional medicine practices, Dr. Gutierrez has become a recognized leader in her field. She serves as an adjunct faculty member at Johns Hopkins University, educating the next generation of healthcare providers on pediatric functional medicine. Her dedication to supporting families with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism and ADHD, is evident in her work as the co-author of The Parent’s Roadmap to Autism: A Functional Approach.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Gutierrez is a national speaker and mentor to integrative and functional medicine providers across the country. She is committed to advancing pediatric care through education and leadership, ensuring that families receive personalized, comprehensive support tailored to their unique needs.

Hi there! I am Alexis Maple and I have been a member of the Neuronutrition Associates team for over 5 years now. In that time, seeing the incredible effort Dr. Emily Gutierrez has put into her patients and the tremendous outcomes, I developed a deep passion for true health and wellness. I have studied with Oh Baby Holistic Nutrition to achieve my Nutrition Consultant Certification and am studying with Functional Medicine Coaching Academy to become board certified for Health Coaching. When I am not learning all things nutrition and health, I enjoy cooking, reading, gardening with the family, and tending to my chickens! Areas of wellness I am particularly passionate about are preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and children! I am thrilled to be mentored by Dr. Gutierrez and to help my community and beyond be the best versions of themselves.

Hello, I’m Janelle, a proud member and front office manager of the Neuronutrition Associates team. Hailing from the scenic landscapes of Colorado, I find solace in the great outdoors and love the beauty of nature. I’m also the proud owner of a lovable turtle who adds a touch of whimsy to my life. In my free time, you’ll often catch me painting on canvas, dancing to the rhythm of life, and exploring the vibrant culture of Austin, Texas.