Functional Somatic Disorders (FSD)

When your body feels off but the tests say you're fine. You're not making it up. You're not alone. And you deserve care that believes you.

At TruPaths, we understand the frustration, fear, and self-doubt that come with having real symptoms pain, fatigue, dizziness, GI issues without clear medical explanations. But you know your body isn’t functioning like it used to. This is where Functional Somatic Disorders (FSD) come in and where compassionate, validating care is essential.

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What Are Functional Somatic Disorders?

When Physical Symptoms Arise Without a Clear Medical Cause

Functional Somatic Disorders are conditions in which the body has real physical symptoms but no structural or lab abnormalities can fully explain them. They're not imaginary. These disorders stem from nervous system dysregulation, trauma history, chronic stress, or long-term emotional strain.

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Boston, Massachusetts

Northeast Health Services – MetroWest

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Boston, Massachusetts

Northeast Health Services – Lowell

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Plymouth, Massachusetts

Northeast Health Services – Falmouth

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Northeast Health Services – Woburn

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Signs and Symptoms of Functional Somatic Disorders

Recognizing the Body’s Distress Signals

Chronic Pain & Fatigue

Chronic pain, headaches, or fatigue

Digestive Issues

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), nausea, bloating

Dizziness & Breathlessness

Dizziness, palpitations, or shortness of breath

Sensory Sensitivity

Sensory sensitivity (light, sound, temperature)

Numbness & Weakness

Numbness, tingling, or unexplained weakness

Anxiety & Burnout

Cycles of anxiety, panic, or burnout tied to physical symptoms

What Kind of Support Helps?

Blending Medical, Emotional, and Lifestyle Care

You don’t need more gaslighting. You need informed, integrated support that validates your experience and works with both your mind and body.

Functional Somatic Clinics

Clinics specializing in functional somatic disorders.

Trauma-Informed Care

Trauma-informed care that honors your body’s history.

Anxiety & Symptom Programs

Programs that treat both anxiety and chronic symptoms.

Brain-Body Healing

Providers trained in neuroplasticity and brain-body healing.

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Therapies That Help Functional Disorders

Recovery means helping your nervous system feel safe and supported so your body can stop signaling distress.

Mindfulness & Breath-Based Regulation

Calming the Nervous System Naturally

Simple mindfulness and breathing practices help reduce stress, improve focus, and restore balance.

Nutrition & Lifestyle Support

Strengthening Health from the Inside Out

Balanced nutrition and daily routines boost energy, reduce stress, and aid long-term recovery.

Movement Therapy & Gentle Exposure

Building Resilience Through Small Steps

Gentle movement and gradual exposure help reduce fear, release tension, and support recovery.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Shift Thoughts, Ease Symptoms

CBT helps reduce anxiety, reframe worries, and improve daily coping for somatic symptoms.

Somatic Experiencing & Polyvagal Therapy

Restore Safety Through the Nervous System

These therapies calm the body, release stored trauma, and support resilience by regulating the nervous system.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Heal root causes

Addresses trauma beneath both disordered eating and substance use patterns.

From the TruPaths Community

Megan R., 32

“I was terrified to start ADHD Recovery Program, but the team made me feel safe every step of the way. They didn’t just treat the symptoms they treated me like a human.”

Megan R., 32

“I was terrified to start ADHD Recovery Program, but the team made me feel safe every step of the way. They didn’t just treat the symptoms they treated me like a human.”

You Deserve to Be Heard and Helped

Compassionate care ensures your symptoms are taken seriously, with support that validates your experience and guides you toward recovery. At TruPaths, we believe:

Functional symptoms are not fake
Your suffering is real, and your healing matters
The body remembers stress and trauma and it can also release it

“You’re not imagining it. And you don’t have to keep proving it. You’re allowed to heal.”

Find Relief That Feels Real

You don’t need to wait for a perfect diagnosis to begin healing. There are compassionate, evidence-based paths forward and we’re here to walk beside you.

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