The Story Behind the Academy
For over a decade, our founder dedicated her career to the intricacies of functional medicine - immersing herself in some of the most advanced training programs available. And while grateful for every opportunity, she couldn't help but notice a gap that persisted across all of them: the practical, day-to-day application of putting clinical knowledge into action.
Katie's path was different. She was fortunate enough to work directly with thousands of functional medicine patients over several years. It wasn't just a chance to apply what she had learned - it was an opportunity to see firsthand what worked and what didn't across every type of case. That hands-on experience allowed me to refine protocols that are proven effective through real-world application, not just theory.
At GHT Academy we understand that not every clinician has the opportunity to accumulate this level of practical experience early in their career. That's precisely why GHT Academy was born.
About our Founder
Katie Morra is a board-certified Registered Dietitian and Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner with over a decade of clinical experience treating complex chronic illness. She is known for her ability to solve the cases that fall through the cracks of conventional care - and for teaching other practitioners how to do the same with confidence and clarity.
Katie's work sits at the intersection of deep clinical expertise and real-world application. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based functional medicine, with a focus on translating complex lab data into practical, effective protocols that drive meaningful patient outcomes.
A Foundation Built on Science and Clinical Rigor
Katie holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Biology from SUNY Geneseo and a Master's degree in Applied Nutrition from Sage Graduate School. Early in her career, she committed to advanced functional medicine training and became one of the first 1,000 practitioners certified through the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM).
Her clinical background includes extensive work with complex conditions such as SIBO and other gut-related disorders, mold-related illness, hormonal imbalances, and autoimmune disease - cases that require both systems thinking and precise clinical judgment.
Advanced Training & Professional Leadership
Katie's ongoing commitment to clinical excellence is reflected in her advanced certifications and leadership roles, including:
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Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP)
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Subject Matter Expert for the Institute for Functional Medicine Certification Program (Standard Setting Panel, 2026)
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Dr. Jill Crista Mold Certified Practitioner
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Advanced training through the Kharrazian Institute, SIBO Academy, and Rupa University
Speaking & Media
Katie has been invited to speak at leading institutions and industry events, including Brigham & Women's Hospital (Harvard affiliate), The American Sports and Performance Dietitians Association, and The Real Coaches Summit. Her work has been featured in publications such as MindBodyGreen, Experience Life Magazine, and Rupa Magazine.
She is also a frequent podcast guest, appearing on shows including The Period Party, The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, and The Vibrant Wellness Podcast, where she is known for making complex health concepts clear, practical, and actionable.
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