Health Professionals near Gainesville, FL

I am committed to helping people cultivate health, well-being and vitality in their lives. I practice Integrative Health, Nutrition and Wellness Counseling. This approach is holistic (body, mind, spirit) and promotes insight, knowledge, and skills that enable people to heal, grow, thrive, and reach personal goals. I have 20+ years of experience working with individuals and groups in private practice, educational, research and community settings. My training in counseling (MA), exercise science (MS) and nutrition (PhD, Licensed Nutritionist, Registered Dietitian, Intuitive Eating certification) provides a unique expertise to help people develop optimal health, life satisfaction and healthy life-balance.

My practice is designed to explore your vision of your best health and well-being. From there, we will create goals and action steps that lead to a sustainable and nourishing lifestyle. Plans are individualized using your personal preferences, lifestyle, and cultural identity.

I offer my extensive medical knowledge and skills acquired through more 20+ years of formal training and clinical experience in Conventional and Alternative Medicine. Your body/mind/brain has the natural ability to heal itself if you let it. NaturalHealth Choice is an Alternative Medicine office, specialized in: 1)Traditional Chinese Medicine-Acupuncture, Herbology, TuiNa, GuaSha, Food Therapy; 2)Homeopathy-classic, psychology of the homeopathy, injection therapy, neuro-emotional testing and treatment; 3) Naturopathy - Colon Irrigation/Colonics, Iris Analysis, Medical Massage Therapy, Detox.

Apart from pain management I am particularly interested in addressing the emotional roots of physical ailments and the energetic imbalances that prevent us from realizing our full potential. Specializing in Contemporary Chinese Pulse Diagnosis (CCPD). For pediatric cases etc, non-insertional techniques available. Affordable Wellness visits empowering individuals to be self reliant in caring for themselves.

The focus of my practice is internal medicine, with a specialty in women's health. However, acupuncture and herbal therapies successfully treat a wide variety of symptoms and illnesses, all of which are fundamental imbalances at their core. I use a combination of traditional acupuncture (to balance "vital energy") in conjunction with Western herbs and nutrition. I prefer Western herbs (vs. Chinese) for several reasons, not the least of which is quality control. I want to know exactly what I am dispensing to patients and at what dosage, therefore it is essential to provide pharmaceutical grade herbs and supplements.

Are you experiencing digestive issues, hormone imbalances, or disordered eating? Do you feel stuck and unsure of what step to take to reach your health goals? With so much noise surrounding diet and health, it can feel stressful and overwhelming to discern what to eat. I get it.

I began my studies in 1976 with Macrobiotics, eventually studying Chinese Medicine via apprenticeship with a 5th generation Korean master. I was licensed in 1982 and been in private practice since then. My treatment style is a mixture of many approaches, the main emphasis is "Taoist style." I am also certified in Acutonics Sound Healing. I specialize in treating pain, injuries and internal diseases. My treatments are known for their rapid effects and gentle touch. I am well versed in treating physical, emotional and psychological disorders, both acute and chronic. You will be deeply listened to and cared for.

Our clinic strives to provide authentic Traditional Chinese Medicine to our clients to help them reach their best health potentials. If you are someone who prefer holistic approach, natural methods of treatment, minimum side-effects, and personalized treatment plan, our clinic may just be the right place for you.

I graduated from the Traditional Chinese Medical School in China and specialized in acupuncture, and had practiced acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in Hainan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine for many years before coming to US. While working in China, I had my fellowships with the well-known acupuncture professors Situ Ling and Jin Rui from Guangdong Traditional Chinese Medical University in Guangzhou, China. I had also worked for years with the well-known acupuncturist Wang Xingyi from Hainan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Haikou, China.

Nourish yourself and thrive! I have seen the healing power of nutrition and it’s yours for the taking. With my eighteen years as an RD, specializing in Kidney health, Diabetes, and High Blood Pressure, I can coach you to your goals.

Are you looking to optimize your health and nutrition in 2024? Do you suffer from poor energy, digestive disturbances (gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea), blood sugar imbalances, high cholesterol, autoimmunity or other health concerns? If so, I'd love to guide you in making positive changes to your nutrition and lifestyle to help you reach your health goals. Through my individualized nutrition therapy services, you'll gain confidence in how to appropriately fuel your body. It's my mission to empower you with the nutrition knowledge needed to make LASTING lifestyle changes.

It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs. We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food. Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise. Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again. My approach of somatic nutrition therapy and coaching teaches intuitive eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust our bodies again.

Do you feel preoccupied with food, exercise, or your body image? Do you feel that your eating patterns are abnormal? Do you want to learn how to trust your body? Whether you suffer from an eating disorder or disordered eating, want to learn about intuitive eating, or hope to improve your overall well-being, I am here to be a committed member of your team. I offer evidenced-based, weight-inclusive, compassion-focused nutrition counseling. My goal is to provide you with a supportive and non-judgmental space to discuss your nutrition and body concerns.

I share a genuine desire to make a difference. Witnessing the transformative impact of nutrition on people's lives, my purpose grew stronger. I see individuals break free from unhealthy habits, reignite their love for wholesome foods, and experience the profound effects of a nourished lifestyle. Motivated by these success stories, I remain committed to spreading knowledge and guidance for sustainable, positive changes. Today, Vital Nutrition continues to evolve as a trusted community. We offer personalized, evidence-based nutrition consulting to overcome challenges, celebrate achievements, and embrace lifelong wellness.

At Nourish, we don’t lecture, body shame, or give clients generic nutrition plans. Our caring professionals help each individual achieve and maintain optimal health and a positive body image through collaborative goal setting, tailored, science-based nutrition plans, and other industry best practices. Tired of bouncing from diet to diet and Googling nutrition advice? Quick fixes aren’t long-term solutions. You’ll achieve and maintain your goals with our personalized, sustainable nutrition plans. One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.

I have dedicated myself to help female endurance athletes ages 15-38 find natural ways to improve their performance, energy and stamina to reach their athletic potential. Some have struggled with disordered eating patterns, several trips to the doctors without answers, low energy, hormonal issues, frequent illness, gut issues such as bloating, IBS attributed to potential food sensitivities and feeling completely overwhelmed and frustrated about the right nutritional plan for their individual needs. I get down to the root causes through alternative testing, lifestyle changes, and meal planning.

In our world today we are often bombarded with nutrition and diet information that can be confusing and stress-inducing. This can be even more stressful if you have a health condition and are trying to understand how nutrition plays a role. My goal is to empower you with understanding and help get you to a place where food and nutrition is not a source of stress but is truly something positive to help support you and your health and wellbeing.

Jax Bax offers a research based approach to chiropractic care. Dr. Short is the only Board Certified Atlas Orthogonist, an upper cervical technique, in Florida that is also Advanced certified in Activator Methods. With a Master's degree in Sports Medicine, Dr. Short addresses soft tissue issues, providing several types of therapy, along with correction of bony misalignments for optimal results.