Many clients come to Functional Therapy & Wellness (FTW), in Gordonville, seeking solutions to complex health concerns such as fertility challenges, pelvic pain, hormonal imbalance, nervous system dysregulation and chronic fatigue. Established by occupational therapists Kourtney Randsdorp, OTR/L, and Justin Randsdorp, OTR/L, both certified Mercier Therapy specialists, the practice takes a holistic, whole-body approach that addresses the mechanical, hormonal, neurological and emotional aspects of health together.  

Founded in March 2023, FTW grew out of the Randsdorps’ professional experience in traditional therapy settings, including a practice they started in 2018. They realized that many patients’ issues were interconnected and required a more integrative approach. “At Functional Therapy & Wellness, we believe that the body can heal when a God-centered approach meets the expertise of a skilled therapist,” explains Kourtney Randsdorp. “It is our mission to help your body heal, so that you can become all that God has designed you to be.”

FTW’s philosophy was shaped by personal experience. In 2023, just after signing a five-year lease, the Randsdorps witnessed a tragic four-wheeler accident that claimed a close friend, Amanda Hoffert. That experience deepened their understanding of the mind-body connection. During their own healing journey, they discovered the benefits of myofascial release therapy and nervous system regulation techniques, now key parts of care at FTW.

“We believe God had a beautiful redeeming plan through that tragedy,” shares Kourtney Randsdorp. “Amanda’s life has now impacted so many people who experience healing at FTW, a place that was ultimately built out of our own journey through grief and restoration.”

Specialized Therapies for Whole-Body Healing

FTW offers therapies designed to complement one another and restore balance across mind, body and spirit. One signature offering is Mercier Therapy, a form of gynecological visceral manipulation designed to restore mobility, circulation and alignment of the reproductive organs. The therapy supports fertility by addressing mechanical and hormonal factors that may affect conception.

Another specialized therapy is cranial flow, a gentle, hands-on treatment that works with the nervous, lymphatic and fascial systems. Using water as the treatment medium, cranial flow supports vagal nerve tone and encourages deep relaxation. It can be especially helpful for individuals experiencing chronic stress, trauma patterns, headaches or nervous system dysregulation.

Other offerings include myofascial release, craniosacral fascial therapy, hormone consulting, pelvic health therapy (distinct from Mercier Therapy), pregnancy bodywork and postpartum care. Services are designed so that clients may begin with one modality and gradually integrate others as their healing progresses. For example, couples may enter care for fertility support, continue through conception and pregnancy, and return for postpartum rehabilitation or infant craniosacral fascial therapy.

A Personalized Client Experience

Clients often comment on FTW’s welcoming environment. Warm massage tables, soft lighting, acoustic hymn music and a signature scent create a calming atmosphere. Initial appointments review health history, lifestyle, symptoms and goals. Plans are tailored and may include hands-on therapy, lab testing, lifestyle guidance, nervous system work, and conversation or emotional processing when needed.

“Our sessions are not driven by a rigid checklist or insurance-driven metrics,” relays Kourtney Randsdorp. “We meet each patient where they are that day and adapt the session based on what will best support their mind, body and spirit.” Clients often report feeling lighter, heard and hopeful.

Community Involvement and Education

Education and outreach are central to FTW’s mission. The clinic hosts an annual Mercier Day at a local park for women struggling with infertility and their supporters, and partners with HerScan to provide early breast cancer detection screenings. FTW maintains a network of trusted holistic providers for referrals and encourages clients to continue their healing at home through exercises, functional improvement plans and lifestyle guidance. “When you know better, you do better. The more you know, the more you grow,” observes Kourtney Randsdorp.

Since opening, FTW has grown its team, adding five therapists in 2025, and expanded services to include craniosacral fascial therapy and cranial flow. A partnership with Any Lab Test Now enables clients to investigate hormone imbalances that might otherwise go undetected.

Looking Ahead

The Randsdorps are focused on maintaining high-quality care while solidifying their role as a trusted pillar of holistic health in Lancaster County. They hope their results demonstrate that integrating biomechanical and nervous system work represents a gold standard of care and that holistic options like Mercier Therapy are available to those navigating fertility challenges.

Adds Kourtney Randsdorp, “True healing is not symptom management. It is the beautiful harmony of a balanced mind, body and spirit. If you are ready to move from where you are now toward where you want to be, we would be honored to walk alongside you.”

Functional Therapy & Wellness is located at 3413 Harvest Dr., Ste. 1, in Gordonville. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 717-929-0950 or visit FunctionalTherapyAndWellness.com.