Health Professionals in Seattle, WA

Are you thinking about food or your body non-stop? Struggling with fatigue, poor recovery, impaired performance, or a missing period? Do you suspect that you might have disordered eating or an eating disorder?I'm so glad you're here - reaching out for help takes a lot of courage. It is totally possible to live in a world where food and your body don't distract you from what really matters.

I am deeply passionate about acupuncture and its incredible ability to promote healing and transformation in all bodies. Acupuncture is an ancient medicine which views the body as a unified whole and encourages health through balance and regulation of body-wide systems. It is an excellent therapy for the treatment of pain, injuries, digestive issues, fertility and gynecological concerns, headaches, psycho-emotional imbalances, sleep disorders, and so much more. Not to mention it offers you a rare opportunity to relax and recharge free from distraction.

Seattle Acupuncture Wellness Center has been serving greater Seattle, Northgate, Shoreline, Ballard, Fremont and North Seattle area over the last 10 years. We are conveniently located on Northgate area right by Northgate Mall and just north of Seattle Public library (Northgate Branch). We provide expert care in a warm, caring and professional environment. We aim to provide our clients with great results that will eliminate pain and other health concerns. Additionally, we aim to help clients to reduce stress, improve their nutrition awareness and maintain balanced health and wellness.

I want to help you find your best self. I use a non-diet approach to nutrition with an emphasis on intuitive eating. I believe food is meant to nourish your body, mind and brain. I have worked with a diverse background of individuals and have experience counseling a variety of individuals with different ailments and or dietary restrictions. I want to help you find peace with your body and food. Let’s work together to find a lifestyle that’s easy, sustainable and full of your favorite foods.

Hi, my name is Cynthia, I am a registered dietitian, and you may use any pronouns when referring to me. I serve teens (16+) and adults with diagnosed eating disorders, people who are experiencing disordered eating, and individuals who want to explore their relationship with food and their body.

I am a licensed naturopathic physician that practices integrative primary care. My special interests encompass cardiovascular disease, endocrine conditions (diabetes, PCOS, thyroid disorders), gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, SIBO/IFO, IBS, IBD), mental health (anxiety, depression), and women’s health. I love combining the standards of care with evidence-based diet, nutrition, exercise, botanical medicine, and mind-body techniques to treat a wide variety of acute and chronic conditions.

Do you have a chronic gut issue (such as SIBO, IBS, Crohn's, Ulcerative colitis, GERD) keeping you from feeling your best? We'll work together to develop a personalized action plan, taking your current diet and lifestyle habits, environment, gut health, genetics, family history (and much more) into account.

Dr. Adam Geiger is a naturopathic physician specializing in musculoskeletal ultrasound and orthopedic medicine. Dr. Geiger graduated from the University of Michigan with an honors degree in biochemistry and completed the Naturopathic Medicine program at Bastyr University in 2005. He was selected for a two year residency in nutritional and orthopedic medicine with Thomas Dorman, MD at the Paracelsus Clinic and was trained in Cyriax orthopedics and prolotherapy. He remained on staff there until 2009 and in 2010 he started his private practice in Seattle specializing in regenerative and orthopedic medicine.

Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.

My mission and vision is to prevent needless suffering caused by hurtful messaging and misinformation from our culture, family, or health care system that disrupts the connection and/or enjoyment of your body, food, and eating. Shame, guilt, and stigma have no place in healthcare. I am committed to providing trauma informed care and seek to help provide tools and skills to help learn to self regulate and improve tolerance connecting the body and eating. I provide practical, realistic strategies resulting in long-term success. Stop overthinking food, hating your body, emotional eating, or regrets. I'm here to help!

If you're feeling like you're losing a longstanding battle with your body, you're not alone. Or perhaps your constant attempts to control food ends up feeling like food is controlling you and your life. Again, you are not alone. You do not have to live a life that is limited by food rules, even if they're in the name of health. You do not have to live in constant worry about what others will think of your body. You do not have to waste the majority of your precious mental and emotional capacity ruminating on food and your body. Because: you were born for great things.

Are you seeking to elevate your health and vitality through mindful nutrition? Whether you're facing dietary challenges, aiming to boost your energy, or aspiring to cultivate a harmonious relationship with food, I'm here to guide you. Your goals of achieving vibrant health, a heightened sense of well-being, and a sustainable, fulfilling lifestyle are within reach. Together, we'll unlock the power of nutrition to help you perform at your best in every facet of life.

Dr. Fred Chard Dr. Chard received his DC degree from Western States Chiropractic, Portland, Oregon in 1977. His first animal patients were a goat, and then horses. From 1984-5, Dr. Chard also attended acupuncture college in Honolulu, HI, at the Amerasian Institute The doctor moved to Washington, and worked with a holistic veterinarian in Renton, WA, providing animal chiropractic care to dogs and cats from 1989 to 2001. In 2005, Dr. Chard was awarded his national certification in non-needle ear acupuncture by the Auriculo-Therapy Institute of Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chard is a contributing author to the textbook, “Acutonics,

I am a down-to-earth (but still-above-the-ground) acupuncturist with a good sense of humor, hair color that's always changing, and a deep interest in my patients' lives. Clients like my personality, which puts them at ease, my gentle needling style, and the fact that I listen and am genuinely interested in what they have to say. My goal in my practice is to have good relationships with my clients and to see them healthy, strong, and enjoying life.

I specialize in adolescent and young adult clients with eating disorders or disordered eating behaviors (picky/selective). I use a non-diet, HAES, intuitive eating approach rooted in nutrition education and scientific evidence. I always put the client first and prioritize personal empowerment and encouragement. I work to know each client individually and provide nutritional recommendations based on that individuality. None of us live identical lives, adapting nutritional goals and outcomes to each individual is key to sustainable change and success. I love my work and love supporting people to reconnect to their body and to food.

Dr. Heather Buckle is a naturopathic doctor who provides specialized support for chronic gastroenterology issues (GI). Dr. Buckle has spent the past several years, serving thousands of patients with GI conditions including IBS, SIBO, fructose malabsorption, chronic reflux (GER), eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE), Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis, and everything in between. During this time, she has gained extensive expertise in helping to manage these conditions and improve health and function for her patients. In her practice, Dr. Buckle and her team come across many patients who have been battling chronic GI issues.

Are you fed-up with the rollercoaster of dieting? Overwhelmed by conflicting diet advice? Are thoughts about food and body claiming too much of your headspace? How would it feel to NOT spend so much time and effort analyzing and second guessing your food choices? You are not alone and you don't have to figure this all out by yourself! Many of us are taught messages about food and health as far back as we can remember, and all of these “rules” can feel overwhelming. I'll help you sort through the noise and find ways to nourish your body in a way that makes sense for you and your goals.

How many diets have you tried and quit? What if I told you that it wasn’t you failing the diet, but the diet failing YOU? Many of us grew up believing that thin equals healthy, and that sticking to rigid rules around eating and moving would lead to happiness and success. But in reality, sticking to food rules creates stronger and stronger cravings, feelings of powerlessness or guilt, and disconnection from the body’s signals of hunger, fullness, thirst, and more! Dieting can even lead to total loss of control, binge eating, and shame spirals. To heal a chaotic relationship with food, the first step is understand this cycle.

I'm a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and trained Functional Dietitian focusing on holistic approaches to healing chronic and complex diseases. My areas of focus include women’s nutrition (PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, amenorrhea and other menstrual disorders), digestive disorders and diseases (IBS, SIBO, Celiac, Crohn’s, Colitis, and dysbiosis), metabolic conditions (blood sugar dysregulation and high cholesterol) and autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. I specialize in fertility nutrition for those trying to conceive, including general support and those going through Assisted Reproductive Technology.