Why I Created

Balance & Blossom Wellness

After two decades as a PA in conventional practice, I was fed up with seeing patients treated like an assembly line. I got into medicine to help patients, not ignore their needs and profit off of them.

It wasn’t until this one particular patient walked through my door that I truly understood my purpose.

Cheryl sat in my office, holding back tears as she described the weight gain, fatigue, anxiety, and sleepless nights that had slowly taken over her life. She’d been told by other providers to "eat less, exercise more, and manage her stress"—but no one really listened. She felt invisible, dismissed, and hopeless. As a working mom juggling everything and putting herself last, she wasn’t asking for a miracle—just for someone to take her seriously.

If this sounds like you, know this: you are not crazy and you are not alone. You deserve a provider who sees you, hears you, and knows how to help you truly feel better. You don’t have to keep searching—you're in the right place.

Our Mission

To empower women through personalized, root-cause care that restores hormonal balance and fosters lifelong wellness.

Meet

Lauren Zajac

Lauren Zajac, MMS, PA-C, AFMP, is a board-certified Physician Assistant and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner with specialized training in women’s hormonal health. Her passion is helping women reclaim vibrant, balanced lives—through science, education, and genuine connection.

Meet

Lauren Zajac

Lauren Zajac, MMS, PA-C, AFMP, is a board-certified physician assistant and certified Functional Medicine practitioner with specialized training in women’s hormonal health. Her passion is helping women reclaim vibrant, balanced lives—through science, education, and genuine connection.

Meet

Diana Young

Diana Young, Office Coordinator, is passionate about helping patients feel their best through personalized hormone therapy. She brings a warm, supportive approach to care and is committed to making each patient feel heard and understood. Diana is proud to be part of a team that empowers individuals to take control of their health and well-being.

Balance and Blossom Wellness

We provide expert, personalized care for a range of hormonal and metabolic concerns, including:

Adrenal Fatigue & Stress

Hypothyroidism

Hashimoto’s Autoimmune Thyroiditis

PCOS & Infertility

Perimenopause & Menopause

Low Testosterone

Conventional Approach

Functional /

Holistic Approach

Treats “what” disease. Focuses on grouping symptoms into a diagnosis.

Once the diagnosis is obtained, medication or surgery is used to resolve it. Lifestyle factors are not typically factored in.

A reactive form of medicine, which addresses health problems as they arise. Should be embraced for emergencies and surgical needs only.

Manages conditions efficiently in short, problem-focused visits.

Explores the “why” of symptoms.

Feels that symptoms are the body’s way of signaling imbalance and works on the root cause of why.

A proactive form of medicine, helps to improve/resolve symptoms by creating a personalized plan including lifestyle, nutrition, medication (when needed), and long term prevention. 

Takes the time to understand the entire story behind the symptoms in longer sessions.

Conventional Approach

Treats “what” disease. Focuses on grouping symptoms into a diagnosis.

Once the diagnosis is obtained, medication or surgery is used to resolve it. Lifestyle factors are not factored in.

A reactive form of medicine, which addresses health problems as they arise. Should be embraced for emergencies and surgical needs only.

Manages conditions efficiently in short, problem-focused visits.

Functional /

Holistic Approach

Explores the “why” of symptoms. Diagnoses are not relied upon.

Feels that symptoms are the body’s way of signaling imbalance and works on the root cause of why.

A proactive form of medicine, helps to improve/resolve symptoms by creating a personalized plan including lifestyle, nutrition, medication (when needed), and long term prevention. 

Takes the time to understand the entire story behind the symptoms in longer sessions.

Our Approach:

Shared Decision Making

We believe healthcare should be a partnership. Your story, symptoms, and goals guide every decision. We take time to listen, educate, and collaborate—ensuring your treatment plan reflects your unique needs and preferences. This is your care, your voice, your journey.

What You Can Expect

  • Warm, professional care from experienced providers

  • A team that takes time to listen and answer your questions

  • A personalized, root-cause approach to your health

  • A supportive, welcoming environment — both in person and virtually

We’re here to help you feel your best — every step of the way.

Listening is a crucial part of healthcare and conventional providers just don’t have time for it.

- Lauren

Our Vision

A world where every woman feels informed, heard, and equipped to thrive—through every stage of life.

YOUR HEALTH. YOUR STORY. YOUR CARE.

We’re not here for rushed appointments or one-size-fits-all plans. We’re here to partner with you—to listen, educate, and create real, lasting change.

Get In Touch

Lauren Zajac, MHS, PA-C, AFMCP

Balance and Blossom Wellness, PLLC

Treating The Women Of Pennsylvania, In-Person & Virtual

2214 Rear N Atherton St State College, PA 16803

Office Hours: Monday-Friday from 8 AM – 5 PM EST

[email protected]

Get In Touch

Lauren Zajac, MHS, PA-C, AFMCP

Balance and Blossom Wellness, PLLC

Treating The Women Of Pennsylvania, In-Person & Virtually

2214 Rear N Atherton St, Suite 308

State College, PA 16803

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 AM – 5 PM EST

[email protected]