Dr. Allen is no longer taking new patients and is only working very limited hours at this time. She no longer bills insurance.

THE 6 PRINCIPLES OF NATURAL MEDICINE

While different naturopathic physicians may practice somewhat differently, spending time with patients and listening to their concerns is common. Naturopathic medicine embraces the following six principles

The Healing Power of Nature

An inherent self-healing process is recognized, so health care includes an attempt to remove obstacles and support this self-healing process.

Identify and Treat the Causes

Symptoms are seen as guideposts in the search for and treatment of underlying causes, instead of focusing on just eliminating the symptoms.

First Do No Harm

Methods and substances are chosen that minimize harmful side effects, and hopefully enhance overall health as well.

Doctor as Teacher

Patients are educated and encouraged to take responsibility for their own health, giving them tools to take care of themselves.

Treat the Whole Person

Illnesses can cause mental and emotional symptoms as well as physical symptoms, so treatments and diagnosing take environmental, genetic and social factors into consideration.

Prevention

Good health care includes the prevention of future illnesses, so education and assessment of risk factors are part of an individualized health care approach.