I am so grateful for Dr. Rachelle and all she has done for my health. I have struggled with gut…read moreissues my entire life and became frustrated with the short term treatment I received from other doctors who wanted to give me medication for my symptoms without getting to the root of the problem. I turned to naturopathic medicine because I wanted to understand my body better and receive treatment that was personal and holistic. Seeking treatment with Dr. Rachelle is one of the best decisions I made for my health. Her treatment plan is long term and was aimed at making the changes I needed to sustain my wellness for my lifetime. I am so thankful for her continued guidance and encouragement. She is a wonderful person and I feel that she genuinely cares about her patients' wellbeing and their healing journey. For the first time in awhile, I feel hopeful about my health for the long term. I would definitely recommend Dr. Rachelle's services to anyone who wants to improve their health and wellbeing!

Can't believe it has been a whole year since my last review on Dr. Johnson. She is still a super…read moreawesome person as I mentioned in my last review. We have worked though my pain management and have transitioned in to pain prevention and nutrient replacement. I think a lot of my pain was coming from constant fatigue and lack of vitamin my body needed. I can really tell the difference I am not in a fog of exhaustion any more and I feel more functional. Thank you again for reviving me

Valerie Carpenter has been my amazing #1 healer for the past four years,and I happily travel an…read morehour each way to see her. She has an abundance of abilities and techniques, and has helped me immensely in recovering from my traumatic past. During these years, we have dealt with one deep place or another, and the work has been so healing without any need to relive the traumas. In fact, more powerful than hypnosis and other modalities I have experienced, Valerie's work lifts the traumas up, up and away. Issues we have dealt with do not resurface again like a broken record. A few years ago, Valerie conducted a soul retrieval for me, reintegrating younger parts of me who had "split the scene", so to speak. There is no possible way I can describe this experience, so many emotions flowed through, and since that healing I have felt more whole, and many "checking out" behaviors have diminished or disappeared altogether. I am now enrolled in Valerie's "Humming Along" program, which I plan to continue for the foreseeable future. This month's session was scheduled just days before the mandatory stay at home order, and I wasn't sure if I should travel and risk exposure for either of us. Valerie suggested we do a remote session, and it was so powerful. There I was comfy in my favorite chair in my living room, and while it was a different experience than being physically in the same room, Valerie's abilities enable her to tap in remotely as if we were in the same room. My work with Valerie is my gift to myself, for my wellbeing. I am sleeping so well, free of bad dreams and panic attacks, and I am the happiest and healthiest I've ever been. Feeling 70 years young and loving my life. Thank you, Valerie!

I can barely find the words to describe my session with Valerie…read more The space itself is beautiful, light-filled and peaceful. One of the most energetically bright interiors I have stepped into in a long time. I felt completely held by Valerie and the Vestibule which allowed me to sink into the experience feeling calm, open and safe. Although I thought I was going in for a simple liver cleanse, what surfaced was deeper and more profound and Valerie was right on it! I received a powerful energetic healing that has left me feeling 500 pounds lighter and the clarity keeps increasing as the days go by. I look forward to my next session with this gifted woman in this truly magical place.

I've been seeing Claudia for years now, and I consistently feel better after every single session…read more That kind of reliability is rare, and it's one of the main reasons I continue to go back. Each treatment leaves me feeling more balanced, relaxed, and physically improved. She truly listens and tailors each session to exactly what I need at the time. I also really appreciate how accommodating she is -- she always does her best to fit me into her schedule, which makes it so much easier to stay consistent with treatments. I'm incredibly grateful for her care and highly recommend her to anyone looking for lasting results and a practitioner who genuinely prioritizes her patients.

I began working with Claudia about seven months ago. She supported me with testing, reading the…read moreresults and developing a protocol that has slowly and steadily helped me feeling my strength and health returning. I am truly grateful and I can't recommend her strongly enough.

Shannon is a wise and sensitive soul…read more My doctor referred me to Shannon to help me better handle life with a chronic medical condition. From our first session, Shannon approached me with kindness and genuine curiosity. During our time together, she guided me into the inner reaches of my body and mind with patience, openness, and compassion. I had never tried hypnotherapy before my sessions with Shannon. In fact, I went in as a skeptic, but I found Shannon's approach to be powerful and grounded in deep truths. More insights were revealed to me in my couple of months with Shannon than I'd uncovered in the combined years of talk therapy that I've done in the past. Forget what you think you know about hypnotherapy, and take the leap. With Shannon, you're in good hands.

I initially went to Shannon with the intention of working through the physical, mental, and…read moreemotional challenges that come with Long Covid and chronic fatigue. This was my first time doing hypnotherapy so I was a bit nervous to start, but Shannon did a great job explaining to me the process of hypnotherapy and listened intently to what I wanted to work on. After doing a series of sessions with her, I have noticed myself feeling less weighed down by the feelings of sadness and frustration that were so constant for me, and instead moving towards happiness and living the life I want to live. I feel happier day-to-day and more resilient on my hard days. Ultimately, working with Shannon has changed my perspective on life and allowed me to connect with parts of myself I was not even aware of. Shannon is the real deal!

She is fantastic. I am so very sad she is no longer practicing. I've seen many practitioners and…read moreshe is the only one who really "got" me.

An epic doctor? You don't see that everyday!…read more Dr. Karen Peters exemplifies the very best of what a healer can be. When I first met her years ago, I had just survived being a medical experiment in Guatemala (now there's a story!) and was fully fed up with western medicine and its egotistical butchers, and had little faith or patience with its practitioners. On a whim I tried the naturopathic approach and she turned me around 180 degrees with the anti-inflammation dietary approach. Naturopaths know far more about healing systems and dietary effects than traditional doctors. They have "evolved" beyond western medicine. They are also not shy about using other modalities, they go for what really works. Dr. Karen as a practitioner is gentle and wise, patient and incredibly attentive and clear. Kindness just flows from her. She is the first doctor I have ever looked forward to going to see, by far. She has that special je ne sais quoi... She is super smart and knows Spanish and handled my Spanish medical records no problem btw! She just all around rocks. Can you say that about your doctor? Let Dr. Karen Peters help you. I bet she changes your life :)

I haven't started my homeopathy treatments yet, so this is just a pre-review based on my first 2…read morehour appointment with Christine. I was so surprised (and delighted) to find out that her intake form listed so many of the random and weird symptoms I deal with all the time (like needing to pee a lot, or perennially cold feet and hands). I've NEVER seen these types of things listed on a doctor's intake form before. It gave me a sense of relief, like I finally found someone who understood the kinds of physical issues I face. Christine took one look at my symptoms form and asked me whether I'd ever gotten tested for diabetes. A few days later my roommate lent me his blood glucose monitor and I tested myself several times over 3 days. Low and behold, my numbers were firmly in the prediabetic range! I looked up diabetes symptoms and found out that needing to pee a lot and constantly being thirsty were both major symptoms! (Plus, of course, fatigue.) I'm going in for the A1C blood test tomorrow with my primary care doctor to get a definitive answer of whether I'm prediabetic. I've had chronic fatigue/energy problems for a decade, and I've gotten my blood tested MANY times by traditional Western medicine doctors (+ several sleep studies done). They've never been able to find anything conclusive, and none of them have ever mentioned diabetes. I am SO impressed that Christine, in one appointment, did a far more comprehensive and effective assessment of my health problems than any of my traditional doctors. I feel like I'm in good hands.

It just gets better. Christine skillfully walked me through the complicated aftermath of surgery…read moreand other medical treatments. She is knowledgeable, resourceful and so very kind. I am so very grateful.

I started working with Dr. Batra when I had an outbreak of rashes all over my body in January…read more After asking some questions to assess my symptoms, she immediately provided me with a detailed list of recipe for treatment. I noticed positive results within a week and, for the first time, saw significant improvements compared to the steroid treatments I received from other medical doctors in the past. I reached out to Dr. Batra again in May for some other issues I was experiencing related to stress and poor immune system. Again, she asked questions then advised with patience and empathy. Zynthia's calm presence, knowledge, and thoughtfulness in her support is apparent. She's the kind of doctor who follows up and checks in to make sure you're making progress with her treatments. She is mindful and treats with the best interest of the patient.

From the owner: Natural medical care in Oakland, CA. Dr. Ruiz Batra is focused on conditions including: fertility…read more& preconception, women's health, digestive disorders and chronic disease.

There are so many incredible things I could say about origin health center and the amazing team…read morethat Dr MannVy and Dr. Kaila make; I know that I could not fit it all into just one review. that being said, I'll start by relaying a message i sent them last night: "Seriously i cannot stress how much I love you guys. you have (regularly lol) seen me at my worst, and always treat me like a normal human. And I wouldn't be able to go out into the world presenting my best self without all of your help. I hope all your patients know this!!! You guys really make a difference on top of being great people " ---if you've ever struggled with chronic health issues, and the difficult reality of living in a world with a body that doesn't work like it "should", you have a home (and a safe, happy--even joyful--space) at Origin Health Center. Thank you for everything you do. --Aurora Campanile

Origin Health Center deserves an updated review! I've been a long-time patient over the last 8.5…read moreyears for various services. :: IV nutritional drips - for immunity (Myer's Cocktail), hydration or simply pick me up when in a brain fog (NAD) or when my labs show there's a deficiency :: Injections: B12, Skinny shots, Vitamin D :: PRP Microneedling - facial treatment using platelet-rich plasma (yup you're own blood) before those K-trashians made it trendy - reduced pores and overall, skin looked better ** NEW 2024 - 2025 Treatments ** :: EmFace - non invasive, high-intensity facial electrical stimulation (HIFES) to tighten, tone, and sculpt the face - it also helps immensely with TMJ by relaxing the masseter muscle. I definitely see (face slimmer) and feel the benefits from this treatment! :: EXION - skin rejuvenation procedure - radiofrequency (RF) and ultrasound to stimulate collagen and elastin production Location is quiet with private rooms. Both doctors, Dr Kaila and Dr Manvy are true professionals, friendly, knowledgable and approachable with any questions and available for any follow up. They are both easy to talk to and will put you at ease with any concerns. Front staff friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, costs aren't reimbursable through MY work FSA (it is with other companies) as its holistic medicine which seems counterintuitive but an available option. Mixed metered parking on Piedmont Ave and free parking on the side streets. Hours are very flexible with weekend availability. Accepts Flexible financing (interest free) through Advance Care: advancecarecard.com

Update to my original review:…read more I was hoping to update my original review to add a positive twist. While I'm apologetically correcting how she referred to herself (see below), I can only add that Carolyn seems now to be practicing the fine art of "CYA". Backpedaling and claiming innocence. She has reached out to me via voicemail with a request to discuss supplement policy - NOT her profit making off of them. (GREED?) Overall, with her dismissive attitude, defensiveness regarding supplement profits, TREMENDOUS PUSHINESS to purchase supplements from her preferred provider (which would increase her bank account + lack of transparency) and questioning her associate's decisions in my presence, I would still 100%, encourage others to seek holistic healthcare elsewhere. ORIGINAL: I've read off a lot of great reviews regarding Carolyn's chiropractic care. But this is not that. Carolyn is a true business woman first; a functional medicine doctor on the side. Her bedside manner could use a good dose of polishing. She needs to keep in mind who is working for who and keep her ego in check. I sought a functional medicine doctor to address my gut and stress issues stemming from decades-old C-PTSD. From the moment we met, Carolyn went to work on treating these conditions. She provided me with supplement treatment and valuable suggestions, which I followed and began feeling better. Carolyn didn't stop there. She immediately showed interest in replacing specialists I've been working with for years, which was a red flag. I hadn't made these requests, and her interest was unnerving and aggressive. I told her not interested on a couple points yet she continued to push her agenda and added more unnecessary supplements to my treatment plan. Carolyn's website states an option to purchase supplements from other sources than those she prefers. That was appealing to me. What she does not disclose is that she receives a profit off her clients when they make purchases from her preferred supplement provider. Upon learning that Carolyn's preferred supplement provider allows practitioners to set their own price to charge clients, I questioned her about what percentage, if any, she profits. Her response, a DEFENSIVE; "I am not legally or ethically (clearly, MORALS don't count) required to provide a separate written disclosure regarding practitioner margins on supplements or lab tests. Because supplement purchases are optional and not tied to care, a commission disclosure is not mandated." Yet her website states: "Supplements prescribed by our practitioners as part of a personalized treatment plan are considered medical necessities." SO WHICH IS IT? OPTIONAL OR MEDICALLY NECESSARY? "I provide patients with a 10% discount through Fullscript, and the practitioner margin I receive is approximately 25%, which is well below the typical margin received by practitioners." (The other practitioners do use verbiage which disclose a profit.) "Recommendations are made based on clinical judgment and patient need, not financial incentive." So then WHY all the unnecessary additions, even after I told her NO? $$$ I did not purchase every supplement added to my plan In 3 months time, I did purchase $2,781.12 in supplements from which she unapologetically PROFITED. No transparency required. None provided. Icky. A huge turnoff, learning this from a third party. The last time I met with Carolyn, I reported several personal gains. Yay! The treatment was working! Each one of my gains was met by sadly dismissive remarks; followed by her admission of being "nitpicky". (Apologetically edited from original review.) During that same visit, she admonished the nutritionist she works with for recommending an OTC Collagen/Peptides for me. "I'll ask her; we we have a meeting tomorrow" and "you can buy that stuff anywhere". Followed by.....another supplement addition to my plan which she could profit from! The WHY is clearly because Carolyn wasn't making a profit on the OTC brand. By the way, the nutritionist, Magdalena, is lovely and down to earth. If you've read my review this far, I hope you will think very seriously about taking your health concerns to an honest, transparent naturopath with morals (they do exist).

I came to Dr. Finnegan with whole body dysregulation. I had fatty live disease, no gallbladder, 6…read moreyears of IVF medications, treatments and failures, extreme fatigue, brain fog, nausea, loss of appetite and weight loss, migraines, hormonal imbalances and unexplained chronic body pain that conventional doctors could not identify despite MRI's, CT scans and "normal" labs. It is through my work with her over the course of the past year that I identified several root cause issues for most of these symptoms and through healing my gut, liver, hormones and nervous system I am finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel and feeling more and more like myself. I am grateful for her kind and compassionate approach to this journey I have found myself on and for answering all my questions with a wisdom and knowledge that you just can't find with a traditional practitioner. I am incredibly grateful I made my way to Dr. Finnegan's office and will continue to sing her praises as an incredible tool to have in your tool belt if you are navigating any issues that are not acute. Learning how to properly nourish your body and feed it the nutrients and minerals it needs to thrive is a gift I'm so grateful to have found with Dr. Finnegan and her team. She is a gem!

Dr. Cashin is an extremely knowledgable and empathetic doctor. She took a thorough history and…read moreended our first visit by creating a personalized herbal tincture for me. I feel much better about my health already and am looking forward to working with Dr. Cashin in the future.