Lyme &Tick-Borne Illness
Detect hidden infections and co-infections.
FOUNDER & ADVANCED CARE
Meet Michael.
“The goal is to respect the complexity of your health without making the path forward feel complicated.”
About Michael Payne
Experienced insight. Personalized direction.
Michael Payne, founder of Living Well Today, brings more than 25 years of experience in functional medicine and holistic wellness. A graduate of the Medical College of Virginia (MCV) at VCU, he holds a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling. His career has centered on complex health concerns, with extensive experience supporting individuals with autoimmune conditions, Lyme disease, neurodegenerative conditions, and autism-related needs.
Michael is also known for his in-depth knowledge of exosomes and peptides, with work spanning research and practical application. These areas of expertise build on a career dedicated to understanding the connections between immune function, neurological health, and whole-person wellness.
Michael Payne, founder of Living Well Today, brings more than 25 years of experience in functional medicine and holistic wellness. A graduate of the Medical College of Virginia (MCV) at VCU, he holds a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling. His career has centered on complex health concerns, including autoimmune conditions, Lyme disease, neurodegenerative conditions, and autism-related needs. Michael is also known for his in-depth knowledge of exosomes and peptides, with work spanning research and practical application. His expertise reflects a career dedicated to the connections between immune function, neurological health, and whole-person wellness.
Book with MichaelSTART A CONVERSATION
With Michael PayneA thoughtful first conversation.
A clear first conversation can help you choose the right next step—without overcomplicating it.View consult optionsCALL THE OFFICE(804) 562-8554WORK EMAILinfo@livingwelltoday.coHOW MICHAEL HELPS
Deep expertisewhere it mattersmost.
Michael connects symptoms, history, and testing to reveal the patterns that matter—and guide a clearer path forward.
Ask about Michael25+ years of clinical practice
Founder of Living Well Today
Advanced assessment experience
Complex-case pattern recognition
Neuroimmune
Support neurological resilience and function.
Gut-Brain Axis &Barrier Health
Heal the gut, support the brain connection.
PersonalizedSystems Approach
Connect the dots for your unique biology.
Immune Dysregulation& Inflammation
Calm inflammation and support immunity.
Hormone &Metabolic Balance
Rebalance hormones, energy, and metabolism.
How Michael helps
Complex concerns,one clearer direction.
When your health concerns feel complicated, it helps to have someone take a closer look. Michael brings your history, concerns, and available assessments together, explains what they may mean, and helps you build a personalized wellness plan with clear priorities and practical next steps.
Michael helps you make sense of your health concerns, choose practical priorities, and leave with a personalized wellness plan you understand.
- See what connects.
- Know what matters first.
- Leave with clear next steps.
Practitioner-led support
25+ years of guided care
Clear practical next steps
Private one-on-one guidance
Our vision
A future where better
care feels connected.
Our vision is a future where functional medicine makes personalized care more accessible—and people have the understanding, choices, and support to take greater ownership of their health.
Whole-person health
A fuller understanding of health, beyond symptoms alone.
Personalized care
Guidance shaped around each person’s needs, biology, and goals.
Personal empowerment
Knowledge and support to take an active role in your health.
Thoughtful care. Lasting clarity.
Personalized wellness, step by step
From assessment to a plan built around you.
We bring together your health history, wellness goals, biofeedback assessments, and practitioner guidance to develop a personalized wellness plan. We explain each recommendation and help you build practical steps around your needs, preferences, and daily routine.
Your report
A detailed report, explained in the context of your health and goals.
Your plan
Practical priorities, daily actions, and a tailored supplement plan.
Your support
Email guidance as you begin, with adjustments and follow-up as needed.
Begin with a simple scan.
Rest your hand on the ZYTO Hand Cradle while it records small changes in your skin’s electrical conductivity, known as galvanic skin response.
See how the report comes together.
The software records readings as it runs through digital references called “Virtual Items.” It organizes those readings into a report for discussion—not a measurement of deficiencies or disease.
Understand the results in context.
Your practitioner explains the report and its limitations alongside your health history, concerns, and goals. The scan is one part of the conversation, not a standalone answer about your health.
Develop your personalized plan.
Together, we consider practical next steps involving daily habits, nutrition, supplements, or wellness support. Recommendations reflect your broader consultation rather than scan results alone.
Insights from Michael
Expert perspectives and practical guidance for your health and well-being.
MICHAEL’S INSIGHTS · ARTICLE
The Gut–Brain Axis Is a Network, Not a Line
The gut–brain axis is not a single pathway. Understanding its neural, endocrine, immune and metabolic routes changes how we interpret both exciting research and complex clinical presentations.Read articleMICHAEL’S INSIGHTS · ARTICLE
Barrier Biology: The Intestinal Barrier, Blood–Brain Barrier, and Neuroimmune Signaling
“Leaky gut” and “leaky brain” compress several different biological questions into one phrase. A closer look at barrier structure, measurement and signaling reveals why those shortcuts matter.Read articleMICHAEL’S INSIGHTS · ARTICLE