Winter has a way of slowing us down. The holiday rush fades, the noise settles, and we start listening to what our bodies may be saying once the exhilarating celebrations all come to an end.
It’s the time of year when many of us feel depleted and begin searching for a reset.
For many on the Seacoast, that reset begins with reassurance and relaxation the moment they step into The Vital Elements in North Hampton. The lights are soft, the chairs are plush, and the clinicians seem to relax along with you. Co-founders Anna Goodkin and Jessica Clough, both APRNs (advanced practice registered nurses) and CRNAs (certified registered nurse anesthetists), provide a welcoming space in which they offer tailored treatment plans for optimal health and wellness, supporting their patients in all seasons.
The Vital Elements does not promote aesthetics or trends but focuses on human beings seeking relief. People may come in asking about weight loss or immune support and, although Goodkin and Clough can support their patients in those exact areas, the real story starts to emerge once patients enter their space.
“I’m exhausted.”
“I feel guilty for not having more energy.”
“I’m doing everything right, so why am I still struggling?”
People feel safe opening up at The Vital Elements because it doesn’t feel clinical. Goodkin says, “I treat every person like I’m welcoming a friend into my living room.” She listens, validates feelings people have questioned for years, and reassures them.
Simply hearing that you can put away the guilt you carry about your health can be life changing. Goodkin is clear about how she wants her patients to feel. “We help people define realistic, measurable goals. We celebrate small wins. Perfection is exhausting—but knowledge is power.”
Her message for her and Clough’s patients? “You’re not flawed. You’re not failing. There’s a reason.”
Goodkin and Clough are both fascinated with the “why” for their clients’ complaints. Asking “why” led them straight into advanced IV therapy, nutrigenomics, gut testing, and wellness modalities that address the frustration and symptoms traditional medicine often overlooks.
Sometimes people are doing everything right but are missing key biological pieces. Goodkin and Clough recommend starting with lab testing to find the root causes of fatigue, weight gain, and mood issues. They offer testing in micronutrients, gut health, and inflammation and underlying infections; along with hormone panels, thyroid deep dives, insulin and fasting tests, and many other tests that traditional clinicians don’t run.
The menu of mood-boosting and energy-restoring services is vast: intravenous nutrient infusions; NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) therapy, which promotes cellular regeneration and longevity; Glutathione, which is a master antioxidant; and Vitamin D optimization, which has a huge impact on mood and hormones. (Most people are Vitamin D deficient.)
The Vital Elements also provides IV plans and micronutrient infusions and injections, based on lab results and personalized for each client. The practice also provides GLP-1 therapy (glucagon-like peptide, medication for weight loss and diabetes control), which Goodkin describes as another tool, not a cure-all.
Different modalities offered by The Vital Elements provide a wealth of emotional release alongside the physical benefits. Patients often cry with relief when energy returns after IV therapy, and with gut testing they feel validated after years-long struggles. Hormone therapy also boosts physical health and immunity—improvement is gradual but can have a major impact on mood. NAD+ therapy can bring massive clarity and energy.
According to Goodkin and Clough, everything begins with just listening. They offer free 15-minute phone consultations, with zero pressure to commit to anything. Additionally, they offer some testing that may be new to those thinking about their health goals. The Vital Elements can dive into your health by using a test called Nutrigenomic DNA testing, which is genetic testing for personalized nutrition and fertility, and can even perform cancer screening using the Galleri Test.
Goodkin and Clough received their functional medicine training through The University of South Florida Medical School, mentored by Pamela Smith. Their training spurred a deep passion for treating the underlying causes of their patients’ woes. They’re confident of the effectiveness of their work; they use all the treatments they offer on themselves and their families.
Goodkin has a personal connection that underlies her commitment. She had a transformational gut discovery that changed her life. She explains that the conventional wisdom of “eat less, exercise more” is not the full story. Hormones, inflammation, gut health, and vitamin depletion have a huge impact.
A culture of wellness is growing at The Vital Elements. Busy, driven folks are coming to the practice and telling their friends to come, too. Groups schedule IV therapy together and enjoy their time socially while taking time to rejuvenate and replenish. There is also ample space for individuals to enjoy solitude, take in music, rest, or read. Goodkin and Clough encourage people to give themselves 30–60 minutes to care for their bodies and minds.
Once you’ve felt truly heard, you realize that healing isn’t about looking better… It’s about feeling whole again. Maybe that’s why people keep coming back and why they bring their friends, their spouses, and even visitors from other countries.
It’s clear that Goodkin and Clough’s medical foundations make them trusted, their functional training makes them transformational, and their compassion makes them exceptional.
The Vital Elements
86 Lafayette Rd Unit 7, North Hampton, N.H.
603.310.0946
thevitalelements.com
Once you’ve felt truly heard, you realize that healing isn’t about looking better… It’s about feeling whole again. Maybe that’s why people keep coming back and why they bring their friends, their spouses, and even visitors from other countries.