Stephanie Hurd, MSHM,
I bridge research, tradition, culture, and education by using herbal medicine that is both rooted in historical use and informed by current scientific evidence, while focusing on practices that support long-term health rather than short-term symptom relief.
Herbal Practitioner
Practice Framework
Traditional Knowledge
I draw from traditional and historical herbal systems that reflect long-standing clinical observation, cultural practice, and experiential knowledge. This perspective supports pattern recognition, individualized care, and culturally responsive health approaches.
Preventative Care
My practice emphasizes preventive care, health education, and early intervention strategies that support resilience and reduce long-term health risk. This includes lifestyle-based support, stress regulation, and self-management strategies aligned with public health principles.
Integrative Application
At the intersection of research, tradition, and prevention, I provide integrative herbal care that is evidence-informed, ethically grounded, and collaborative. This approach supports individuals and communities while remaining aligned with professional standards, scope of practice, and interdisciplinary care models.
Research Analysis
My work is guided by current scientific literature, including clinical studies, systematic reviews, and established public health and women’s health guidelines. Research informs safety, dosing considerations, contraindications, and appropriate referral within an integrative care model.
Partnering to Advance Evidence-Informed, Preventive Integrative Care
Hackberry Integrative Wellness collaborates with healthcare, academic, nonprofit organizations, and communities to develop ethical, research-aligned integrative health and education initiatives.