Health Professionals in San Diego County, CA
Desiree Sterling received her Master's of Science from Pacific College of Oriental medicine (PCOM) in San Diego in 2005. She graduated from the Norwegian College of Acupuncture in 2002 and has also had formal training in Physical Therapy from Oslo, Norway. She has treated collegiate athletes at the RIMAC sports facility at UCSD in San Diego. Some of her training includes functional endocrinology, functional blood chemistry, and neuro-endocrine-immune problems.
She provides treatments for endocrine and hormonal disorders related to infertility, chronic fatigue, digestive disorders, decreased immunity, hypoglycemia, insulin resistance, diabetes, thyroid and adrenal issues as well as cardiovascular conditions.
Desiree Sterling received her Master's of Science from Pacific College of Oriental medicine (PCOM) in San Diego in 2005. She graduated from the Norwegian College of Acupuncture in 2002 and has also had formal training in Physical Therapy from Oslo, Norway. She has treated collegiate athletes at the RIMAC sports facility at UCSD in San Diego. Some of her training includes functional endocrinology, functional blood chemistry, and neuro-endocrine-immune problems.
She provides treatments for endocrine and hormonal disorders related to infertility, chronic fatigue, digestive disorders, decreased immunity, hypoglycemia, insulin resistance, diabetes, thyroid and adrenal issues as well as cardiovascular conditions.
Are you sick & tired of not feeling well, or energized? Have you tried everything, yet still suffer or are worse. Have you not tried a dietitian because you thought: 1) I already eat a healthy diet 2) my problems don't have anything to do with what I eat 3) embarrassed to disclose what I eat, 4) don't know how a dietitian could help me. Surprise! I assess your individual case and formulate a realistic, affordable action plan. I specialize in digestive issues, food sensitivities & allergies, and weight management. I can help you achieve health, vigor, energy, reduce medications and pain-freedom.
Are you sick & tired of not feeling well, or energized? Have you tried everything, yet still suffer or are worse. Have you not tried a dietitian because you thought: 1) I already eat a healthy diet 2) my problems don't have anything to do with what I eat 3) embarrassed to disclose what I eat, 4) don't know how a dietitian could help me. Surprise! I assess your individual case and formulate a realistic, affordable action plan. I specialize in digestive issues, food sensitivities & allergies, and weight management. I can help you achieve health, vigor, energy, reduce medications and pain-freedom.
My ideal client is someone that wants their health to enable their lifestyle. They may have issues with fatigue, digestion, or stress but the greater problem is that these health issues are interfering with the way they want to live their lives. They need guidance when it comes to achieving their goal of optimal health and that is exactly what I provide.
My ideal client is someone that wants their health to enable their lifestyle. They may have issues with fatigue, digestion, or stress but the greater problem is that these health issues are interfering with the way they want to live their lives. They need guidance when it comes to achieving their goal of optimal health and that is exactly what I provide.
I have been in the health field for over 35 years.A Practicing Acupuncturist for 28 years in Encinitas. The high level of success and satisfaction I have had in the last 18 years practicing Classical 5 element Acupuncture has re-inspired my practice. Fertility Acupuncture is one of my top specialties , as well as Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy. Combining these two modalities gives me more treatment options. I have added FUNCTIONAL BLOOD CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS to pinpoint undiagnosed thyroid issues and to help support brain health. I just completed a 4 year course in South American Shamanism both in Joshua Tree and Costa Rica.
I have been in the health field for over 35 years.A Practicing Acupuncturist for 28 years in Encinitas. The high level of success and satisfaction I have had in the last 18 years practicing Classical 5 element Acupuncture has re-inspired my practice. Fertility Acupuncture is one of my top specialties , as well as Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy. Combining these two modalities gives me more treatment options. I have added FUNCTIONAL BLOOD CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS to pinpoint undiagnosed thyroid issues and to help support brain health. I just completed a 4 year course in South American Shamanism both in Joshua Tree and Costa Rica.
Farahnaz Akhavan has worked in the alternative medicine and health care field for over 20 years. She worked in the field of OB/GYN and women's health for several years before becoming an alternative medicine practitioner. She also worked with the united nations as health care professional for two years. She has helped chronically ill patients for numerous years through pain management and nutritional / herbal consultation. She has post graduate training in pain management, migraine headache, and arthritis pain. She accepts attorney's lien for auto and work injuries.
Farahnaz Akhavan has worked in the alternative medicine and health care field for over 20 years. She worked in the field of OB/GYN and women's health for several years before becoming an alternative medicine practitioner. She also worked with the united nations as health care professional for two years. She has helped chronically ill patients for numerous years through pain management and nutritional / herbal consultation. She has post graduate training in pain management, migraine headache, and arthritis pain. She accepts attorney's lien for auto and work injuries.
Hi, I'm Kelly. I specialize in the Mediterranean diet, family nutrition, GLP-1s, recipe & meal plan development, intuitive eating, & sustainable behavior change. I practice a holistic approach to nutrition & health, helping my clients implement sustainable behavior change to improve their lives & relationship with food. Whether you want to build better eating patterns & habits, optimize nutrition & health, eat more intuitively, or stop dieting for good – I can help. I work with adults to create practical & enjoyable lifelong nutrition & wellness plans. I also provide personalized meal plans & kitchen management services to families.
Hi, I'm Kelly. I specialize in the Mediterranean diet, family nutrition, GLP-1s, recipe & meal plan development, intuitive eating, & sustainable behavior change. I practice a holistic approach to nutrition & health, helping my clients implement sustainable behavior change to improve their lives & relationship with food. Whether you want to build better eating patterns & habits, optimize nutrition & health, eat more intuitively, or stop dieting for good – I can help. I work with adults to create practical & enjoyable lifelong nutrition & wellness plans. I also provide personalized meal plans & kitchen management services to families.
Naturopathic and/or traditional Asian medicine is about empowering YOU. Achieving optimal health is a continual work in process. Well-being is primarily maintained by being in a state of continued awareness with your mind, body and spirit. The journey of health is an exciting time filled with revelation, self-discovery and insight as well as some pretty hard work to break patterns of thought and behavior that don't serve you. Let me help you to discover the essence of who you are so that you may live in optimal health!
Naturopathic and/or traditional Asian medicine is about empowering YOU. Achieving optimal health is a continual work in process. Well-being is primarily maintained by being in a state of continued awareness with your mind, body and spirit. The journey of health is an exciting time filled with revelation, self-discovery and insight as well as some pretty hard work to break patterns of thought and behavior that don't serve you. Let me help you to discover the essence of who you are so that you may live in optimal health!
The ideal client would be someone who is:
in Post-Surgical recovery.
Managing lymphatic condition such as Lymphedema. Lipedema and Venous edema
reduce chronic swelling and inflammation
Detoxification and immune support.
Oncology Massage
A specialized massage adapted for people undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment.
Focuses on reducing pain, fatigue, swelling, and stress while supporting recovery.
Infrared Light Therapy
Uses red or near-infrared light to penetrate tissues.
Aims to:
Reduce pain and inflammation
Improve blood and lymph
The ideal client would be someone who is:
in Post-Surgical recovery.
Managing lymphatic condition such as Lymphedema. Lipedema and Venous edema
reduce chronic swelling and inflammation
Detoxification and immune support.
Oncology Massage
A specialized massage adapted for people undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment.
Focuses on reducing pain, fatigue, swelling, and stress while supporting recovery.
Infrared Light Therapy
Uses red or near-infrared light to penetrate tissues.
Aims to:
Reduce pain and inflammation
Improve blood and lymph
Hello and welcome! I am a California state board licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. I deliver high quality treatments to help the San Diego community achieve their health care needs. Whether you are suffering from pain, a chronic condition, or need help losing weight, I encourage you to experience the powerful and life changing benefits of Chinese Medicine.
Hello and welcome! I am a California state board licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. I deliver high quality treatments to help the San Diego community achieve their health care needs. Whether you are suffering from pain, a chronic condition, or need help losing weight, I encourage you to experience the powerful and life changing benefits of Chinese Medicine.
Stress and anxiety may seem tricky to manage, but they’re highly treatable with a holistic plan. Calm San Diego uses a unique approach that blends acupuncture, diet, and lifestyle habits to help you step into a calm and balanced life. Acute or chronic pain conditions are part of most people's lives. We’ll help you identify the underlying issues at the root of your pain conditions and restore your body’s natural ability to heal. Cosmetic acupuncture stimulates your skin’s own power to repair, rejuvenate, and restore youthful-looking skin. Your customized diet and lifestyle plan helps you maintain your results.
Stress and anxiety may seem tricky to manage, but they’re highly treatable with a holistic plan. Calm San Diego uses a unique approach that blends acupuncture, diet, and lifestyle habits to help you step into a calm and balanced life. Acute or chronic pain conditions are part of most people's lives. We’ll help you identify the underlying issues at the root of your pain conditions and restore your body’s natural ability to heal. Cosmetic acupuncture stimulates your skin’s own power to repair, rejuvenate, and restore youthful-looking skin. Your customized diet and lifestyle plan helps you maintain your results.
I love the magic & power of natural medicine. My ideal client is interested in transformation & healing; to go beyond symptom management and really address the root cause! I see men & woman of all ages. I support pre-conception & pregnancy. As a result, a huge part of my practice is pediatrics & family care. I treat a variety of acute and chronic imbalances, although the root to many issues are digestion, hormones, nervous system regulation, detox and immune balancing!
I love the magic & power of natural medicine. My ideal client is interested in transformation & healing; to go beyond symptom management and really address the root cause! I see men & woman of all ages. I support pre-conception & pregnancy. As a result, a huge part of my practice is pediatrics & family care. I treat a variety of acute and chronic imbalances, although the root to many issues are digestion, hormones, nervous system regulation, detox and immune balancing!
Hello! I am a California-based Registered Dietitian with the group practice, Karuna Wellness Studio, who sees clients both virtually across the U.S. Karuna is a group practice specializing in nutrition and movement services through a anti-diet, HAES-aligned, weight-neutral approach. We integrate the pillars of lifestyle medicine and nutritional psychiatry to serve as health advocates for our clients, promoting both physical and mental health. I truly enjoy helping clients explore their relationship with food, movement and their bodies.
Hello! I am a California-based Registered Dietitian with the group practice, Karuna Wellness Studio, who sees clients both virtually across the U.S. Karuna is a group practice specializing in nutrition and movement services through a anti-diet, HAES-aligned, weight-neutral approach. We integrate the pillars of lifestyle medicine and nutritional psychiatry to serve as health advocates for our clients, promoting both physical and mental health. I truly enjoy helping clients explore their relationship with food, movement and their bodies.
I provide patient-centered high-quality service and encourage my patients to participate in their wellness journey. I treat the whole person with love and compassion to achieve their wellness and professional goals and optimize their health. I emphasize patient education and the prevention of illness. I specialize in infertility, autoimmune disease, natural pain management, and herbal formula. I practice the integration of Naturopathic Medicine and Traditional Asian Medicine modalities which include personalized health assessment, acupuncture, fertility acupuncture, herbal medicine, and Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.
I provide patient-centered high-quality service and encourage my patients to participate in their wellness journey. I treat the whole person with love and compassion to achieve their wellness and professional goals and optimize their health. I emphasize patient education and the prevention of illness. I specialize in infertility, autoimmune disease, natural pain management, and herbal formula. I practice the integration of Naturopathic Medicine and Traditional Asian Medicine modalities which include personalized health assessment, acupuncture, fertility acupuncture, herbal medicine, and Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy.
With more than 37 years in practice, we have the experience and gentle touch you want. Dr Whalen is a specialist who lectures other doctors on neurology and workers' compensation. He'll take the time to get to the bottom of your problem, and work with you to develop a treatment plan based on your needs, as well as the latest research on what is most effective. We offer a variety of treatment approaches, from traditional manipulation to low force and non-force methods. In addition, we can provide you with tailored exercises, and various physiotherapy techniques.
With more than 37 years in practice, we have the experience and gentle touch you want. Dr Whalen is a specialist who lectures other doctors on neurology and workers' compensation. He'll take the time to get to the bottom of your problem, and work with you to develop a treatment plan based on your needs, as well as the latest research on what is most effective. We offer a variety of treatment approaches, from traditional manipulation to low force and non-force methods. In addition, we can provide you with tailored exercises, and various physiotherapy techniques.
I treat patients of all ages and all kinds, from pregnancy to hours old through elder years. I deal with a huge range of structural/functional issues as well as nutritional disturbances and food allergy/sensitivities. A portion of my practice serves personal injury patients as well (both liens and med pay). If you have an issue and wonder if my work can help, I encourage you to call and ask!
I treat patients of all ages and all kinds, from pregnancy to hours old through elder years. I deal with a huge range of structural/functional issues as well as nutritional disturbances and food allergy/sensitivities. A portion of my practice serves personal injury patients as well (both liens and med pay). If you have an issue and wonder if my work can help, I encourage you to call and ask!
Do you want to repair your relationship with food and your body? Whether you have a diagnosed eating disorder, are struggling with disordered eating behaviors, feel uncomfortable in your body, or just want some peace in your relationship with food, I'm here to help. I have spent the last 20 years of my career specializing in the treatment of clients with eating disorders or disordered eating at all levels of care, while utilizing a non-diet approach with an emphasis on Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size. I look forward to connecting and supporting you on your recovery journey.
Do you want to repair your relationship with food and your body? Whether you have a diagnosed eating disorder, are struggling with disordered eating behaviors, feel uncomfortable in your body, or just want some peace in your relationship with food, I'm here to help. I have spent the last 20 years of my career specializing in the treatment of clients with eating disorders or disordered eating at all levels of care, while utilizing a non-diet approach with an emphasis on Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size. I look forward to connecting and supporting you on your recovery journey.
My name is Theresa and I am a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of disordered eating. My passion lies with helping people rebuild peace with food and their bodies. This private practice is a boutique model focusing on Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size. I wish to guide those struggling with disordered eating to recovery, as recovery is possible!
My name is Theresa and I am a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of disordered eating. My passion lies with helping people rebuild peace with food and their bodies. This private practice is a boutique model focusing on Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size. I wish to guide those struggling with disordered eating to recovery, as recovery is possible!
Start where you are. I believe that good nutrition is attainable through personally tailored, evidence-based, doable, accessible, dietary changes. Building a sense of partnership with clients is the key to our success. I specialize in weight management, diabetes, prediabetes, cardiovascular concerns such as cholesterol and high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, and GI issues including IBS, Crohn’s, lactose and gluten sensitivities.
Start where you are. I believe that good nutrition is attainable through personally tailored, evidence-based, doable, accessible, dietary changes. Building a sense of partnership with clients is the key to our success. I specialize in weight management, diabetes, prediabetes, cardiovascular concerns such as cholesterol and high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, and GI issues including IBS, Crohn’s, lactose and gluten sensitivities.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & Personal Trainer specializing in nutrition counseling for sports performance, gut health, mental health, substance use, and eating disorders. I offer coaching services to help you find the optimal balance of chaos in your life through nutrition and movement. Please note: I can see clients in-person in my San Diego office and Nevada clients virtually via Zoom video call. I do not accept insurance.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist & Personal Trainer specializing in nutrition counseling for sports performance, gut health, mental health, substance use, and eating disorders. I offer coaching services to help you find the optimal balance of chaos in your life through nutrition and movement. Please note: I can see clients in-person in my San Diego office and Nevada clients virtually via Zoom video call. I do not accept insurance.
I am so happy you are here! I have been a Registered Dietitian since 2007. From training midwives in west Africa as a Peace Corps Volunteer, to working with a major University Health Care System, I have not only the education, but the experience in helping a wide range of individuals. Pregnancy, childhood and adolescents, medical nutrition therapy in adults ranging from diabetes to kidney disease, eating disorders to athletic performance. I look forward to supporting you to reach your optimal health. My Promise to You: Positivity, keeping it real, pushing you to achieve success, accountability.
I am so happy you are here! I have been a Registered Dietitian since 2007. From training midwives in west Africa as a Peace Corps Volunteer, to working with a major University Health Care System, I have not only the education, but the experience in helping a wide range of individuals. Pregnancy, childhood and adolescents, medical nutrition therapy in adults ranging from diabetes to kidney disease, eating disorders to athletic performance. I look forward to supporting you to reach your optimal health. My Promise to You: Positivity, keeping it real, pushing you to achieve success, accountability.
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
San Diego County Health Professionals have broad skills and are able to work with a wide range of symptoms.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
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