About
Dr. Arlene McCain is a board-certified family physician and nationally board certified health and wellness coach practicing in Harrisonburg, VA. S. in Biology with a Minor in Theology from Georgetown University before completing her medical degree at Eastern Virginia Medical School. She finished her Family Medicine residency at EVMS-Portsmouth Family Medicine, where she earned both the Intern of the Year and Resident Teacher of the Year awards. She served as Chief Resident from 2009 to 2010.
Dr. McCain holds a graduate certification in Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices, Health Coaching Track, from the Center for Spirituality and Healing at the University of Minnesota. She ranks among the first nationally board certified health and wellness coaches in the country. S. Athletic Training program and as an Adjunct Professor for the JMU Physician Assistant program. Her clinical frameworks draw on Dr. Lissa Rankin's Whole Health Cairn and the Duke Integrative Wheel of Health. She authored the Nautilus Book Award-winning book "Embrace Grace, New Medicine for a Wounded World" and co-created the award-winning podcast "Physicians, Heal" with Dr. Jason Asistores. She is passionate about empowering patients through the integration of mind, body, and spirit. She has two sons, Luke and Blake.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Georgetown University, B.S. Biology, Minor in Theology
Medical School
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Residency
Family Medicine, EVMS-Portsmouth Family Medicine; Chief Resident 2009-2010
Additional Training
Graduate Certification in Integrative Therapies & Healing Practices: Health Coaching Track, Center for Spirituality & Healing, University of Minnesota
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. McCain right for?
Dr. McCain is a strong fit for adults and families seeking care that addresses the whole person, not just isolated symptoms. Patients managing chronic conditions, hormone imbalance, behavioral health concerns, or gynecological health benefit from her integrative approach. She works especially well with patients who want a physician who incorporates health coaching, spiritual wellness, and preventive planning into their care. Her small panel size allows her to build genuine, lasting relationships with every member she serves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. McCain treats a broad range of conditions across all ages. Her clinical focus includes chronic disease management, behavioral health, gynecological conditions, hormone imbalance, and skin conditions. She also provides acute care, preventive screenings, sports and school physicals, and well-child visits.
Yes. Dr. McCain holds board certification as a family physician. She is also one of the first nationally board certified health and wellness coaches in the country, a credential she earned through the NBC-HWC program.
Dr. McCain completed her undergraduate studies at Georgetown University and earned her medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. She completed her Family Medicine residency at EVMS-Portsmouth Family Medicine, where she served as Chief Resident from 2009 to 2010 and earned both the Intern of the Year and Resident Teacher of the Year awards.
Dr. McCain uses a whole-person framework that integrates mind, body, and spirit. She draws on the Duke Integrative Wheel of Health and Dr. Lissa Rankin's Whole Health Cairn as clinical tools. Her care may include health coaching, hormone therapy, Low Dose Naltrexone treatment, and personalized nutraceutical planning alongside standard medical care.
Yes. Dr. McCain is a nationally board certified health and wellness coach. She offers both individual and group integrative health coaching sessions. These sessions help patients identify personal motivations for change and build sustainable paths toward whole-person wellness.
Dr. McCain offers a range of session types beyond the standard office visit. Options include Walk & Talk visits, Stay & Pray appointments, Muse & Diffuse sessions, and Meet & Greet consultations. These formats reflect her commitment to meeting patients where they are, physically and emotionally.
Dr. McCain authored "Embrace Grace, New Medicine for a Wounded World," which won the Nautilus Book Award. She also co-created the podcast "Physicians, Heal" with Dr. Jason Asistores, which won first place in three categories at the 2022 Positive Change Podcast Awards, including Health and Wellness and Faith Based.
Dr. McCain's practice is faith-integrated by design. She incorporates spiritual transformation and sacred space as genuine components of whole-person health. Patients who share this orientation often find her approach particularly resonant, though her clinical services serve patients across a range of backgrounds.
Dr. McCain provides care for patients of all ages. She sees children for well-child visits, school physicals, and acute care. She also manages complex adult health needs, including chronic disease, hormone health, and behavioral health conditions.
Yes. Dr. McCain makes house calls for members who need care at home. Members can also reach her by text, phone, email, and video for added flexibility between in-office visits.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026