Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Primary Care
You deserve a doctor who listens
I practice primary care and specialty care naturopathic medicine in Poulsbo, WA. Drawing on my expertise in botanical medicine, diet and nutrient therapy, lifestyle optimization, counseling, and prescription management, I help patients get to the bottom of things and feel better. If you're looking for a doctor who takes time to really listen, you've come to the right place.
What I Offer
PRIMARY CARE
You can elect to have my as your primary care provider if you are an insurance patient. As your PCP, I am your first point of contact for medical care, and can connect and refer you to specialists and for labs and imaging as needed. In this relationship I am the primary person responsible for managing and coordinating your medical care, managing your medications, and ongoing evaluation of concerns as they arise.
SPECIALTY CARE
I can work alongside your primary care provider, providing my expertise in natural, integrative medicine, and provide referrals and order labs and imaging as needed. Self-pay patients are recommended to have a relationship with a primary care provider who is in-network with their insurance.
TELEMEDICINE
Sometimes it is easier to stay at home and I completely get that and support it! Telemedicine is an important part of my practice as I am licensed in both California and Washington. Because I spend time in both Tahoe and Poulsbo, telemedicine makes it possible for me to be available for my patients in both locations. If I feel that physical exam is necessary I will always let you know when an in-person appointment is preferred.
SPECIALTY LAB TESTING
I use a number of specialty labs if the basics aren't enough to help make the right diagnosis. The specialty labs I use most often include (and are not limited to) comprehensive stool analysis, leaky gut testing, comprehensive gluten sensitivity testing, heavy metals testing, comprehensive hormone analysis including adrenal profiles and sex hormone analysis, food sensitivity testing and more.
What I Treat
Thyroid Disease
Hypothyroid, hyperthyroid, autoimmune thyroid disorders and acquired hypothyroidism post-thyroidectomy
Chronic Fatigue
Post-viral fatigue, chronic fatigue syndrome, etc.
Reproductive Health & Fertility Challenges
Egg and sperm optimization, hormone balance and more
Urinary Tract Conditions
Urinary tract infections, kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, prostatitis, interstitial cystitis, chronic pelvic pain
Autoimmune Disease
Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's disease, multiple sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematous, celiac disease and many more
Gastrointestinal Conditions
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), acid reflux, food sensitivities,
Cardiovascular Disease
Atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart attack and stroke prevention.
Adjunctive Cancer Care
Supportive care to help minimize side effects of conventional treatment and preventative strategies during remission using natural therapies
Mental Health
Depression, anxiety, stress
Men's, Women's, and Non-Binary Health
Hormone imbalance, PMS, PMDD, endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids, peri-menopause, menopause, erectile dysfunction, benign prostatic hyperplasia
How I Help
Botanical Medicine
I consider the latest research on herbal compounds along with historic use of individual plants and formulas. I utilize individualized formulas, tinctures, powders, capsules, teas and my favorite, using herbs as food!
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Counseling
Sometimes you just need to talk, and I'm here for that too.
Diet & Nutrient Therapy
An optimal diet is the base of any effective treatment plan. I review your current diet and test for nutrient deficiencies when indicated. Together, we find the best diet for your optimal health.
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Prescription/Pharmaceutical Management
I am well versed in prescription medications and utilize these as needed. There are a few low-dose medications that I use more often than others.
Lifestyle Optimization
How you spend your time matters! I will complete a comprehensive review of your sleep, daily movement, time outside, screen time, relationships, and more to better understand your lifestyle. We will work together to align your lifestyle with your health goals.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
There are many tools that help to regulate hormones including botanicals, diet and supplements. When these therapies are ineffective I utilize bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
What Care With Me Looks Like
First Visit
I will take a thorough health history and discuss your health concerns in depth, which will be followed by a physical exam. For most patients we will run some labs to gather more information so we can start to put together a plan.
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Second Visit
Having reviewed test results and integrated what I’ve learned about you so far, we work together to craft a treatment plan that will work for you. Your care plan may include botanical/herbal medicine, nutriceuticals, dietary and lifestyle strategies, medications (if necessary), and a follow-up schedule to make sure you get better.
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Subsequent Visits
I often follow up with patients within one or two months to see how you are doing, to rerun essential tests, and to modify our plan as things come up. After that, it all depends on you - how you’re doing, what’s working, and what else I can do do help.
Become a Patient
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See if I take your insurance.
I am in-network with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans (Regence, Premera, and others), and LifeWise. I am not in-network with Medicare, and cannot bill any Medicare-associated plan. If I’m not in-network, the following self-pay rates are available:
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First office visit - $325 (60-75 minutes)
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Return visit - from $200 (30 minutes) to $225 (45 minutes)
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Schedule an appointment.
Use the scheduling tool below to request a first office visit or an introductory phone call at a time that works for you. You may need to speak to a staff member before your appointment.
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Complete new patient paperwork
Intake paperwork is sent via the patient portal - you will receive an invitation once your appointment is confirmed, and paperwork is uploaded to the portal.
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Your first appointment
Arrive 10 minutes before your appointment at Satori Well Being Center in Poulsbo, WA. Take the first step towards health and vitality.