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Integrative Women’s Healthcare & Gynecology
Naturopathic Care for Every Stage of a Woman’s Life Integrative women’s healthcare is about more than managing symptoms—it’s about understanding your story and helping you feel whole again. As a licensed naturopathic doctor specializing in women’s health and...
Exciting News: My Practice Is Moving!
I’m thrilled to share that beginning October 21, 2025, I will be moving my practice to the Meliora Clinic at their beautiful new location: 📍 350 SE Mill St, Portland, Oregon AtMeliora Clinic, I’llcontinue to provide the same compassionate, attentive care you’ve come...
What Your Acne May Be Saying About Your Hormones
Understanding the Root Causes of Hormonal Acne and What You Can Do About It If you're struggling with adult acne—especially around your jawline, chin, or cheeks—you’re not alone. Many women in Portland come to my clinic frustrated and confused. You may be eating...
Understanding PCOS: A Whole-Person Approach to Healing
If you've recently been told you have PCOS—or you’re wondering if it might be what’s behind your irregular cycles, fatigue, or stubborn acne—you’re not alone. Polycystic ovary syndrome affects millions of women and is one of the most common hormone-related conditions...
Restoring Balance with Acupuncture & Cupping Massage
Modern life keeps us in motion—often too much. The pace, the pressure, and the constant stimulation can leave our bodies tense and our nervous systems stuck in a chronic state of high alert. Over time, this takes a toll on both physical and emotional well-being....
Why Digestive Health Matters More Than You Think
Your digestive system does more than just process food—it plays a central role in your overall health. The gut is deeply connected to your hormonal balance, immune function, and even your mood and cognitive clarity. When your gastrointestinal (GI) system is out of...
What Are Bioidentical Hormones—and Are They Right for You?
Hormones are powerful chemical messengers that influence nearly every aspect of your physical and emotional health. As women move through perimenopause, menopause, or experience conditions like PCOS, shifting hormone levels can bring on a wide range of symptoms—from...
What Does It Mean to Be a Naturopathic Primary Care Doctor in Oregon?
In Oregon, licensed naturopathic doctors (NDs) are recognized as board-certified primary care physicians. That means we’re trained and authorized to provide all the core services you'd expect from your primary care provider: diagnosing and treating illness, ordering...
Embracing Perimenopause: An Integrative Aproach To Wellness
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, is a significant period in a woman's life marked by profound physical and emotional changes. It is a journey that requires understanding, care, and a personalized approach to navigate effectively. As a...
Choosing The Right Form Of Birth Control For You
It can be truly overwhelming to figure out what is the best birth control plan for your body and life circumstances. This topic has been at the forefront of my conversations with so many patients because of changes that are coming about as a result of the recent...
The Issue With The Birth Control Pill
Having control over one’s reproductive system is an essential part of healthcare, and everyone deserves to have autonomy to make these important decisions for themselves. The issue I have, as a naturopathic doctor, is that the pill is readily prescribed for any...
The Most Common Causes of PMS
PMS or premenstrual syndrome is cyclical disorder of the luteal phase (or the second half) of the menstrual cycle. The symptoms are numerous and exceedingly common. As a result, the medical community has considered throwing out the condition altogether and labeling it...
What Is Holistic Pelvic Care And How Can It Help Me?
What is holistic pelvic care? Holistic Pelvic Care™ is a transformative approach to addressing common issues that women experience in the core of their bodies. Using both physical and energetic tools, a Holistic Pelvic Care practitioner can work directly to asses and...
Is It Normal To Get Headaches?
Are Headaches Normal? Although it is extremely common that people get headaches, it is not normal. Headaches are always a sign that there is imbalance in the body. A healthy person does not get headaches. We do not fully understand biomedically what causes a headache....
The B-12 Deficiency Epidemic
Vitamin B-12 is a crucial vitamin needed for normal physiology. The symptoms of B-12 deficiency are insidious and can easily go unnoticed for a long period of time. That’s why it’s so important that you are aware of the deficiency signs and also what you can do to...
Could Leaky Gut Be Causing Your Symptoms?
Did you know that you can have ‘normal’ digestion and still have digestive problems? Digestive problems can be lurking in the background and actually be the cause of your symptoms. If you get headaches, brain fog, allergies, muscle pain or if you have asthma, eczema,...