Health Professionals in San Diego, 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.

Hi, I’m Roja Babaei MS, CNS, CN, LDN, a founder of Roja Nutritionist LLC, a health enthusiast and a graduate with a Master of Nutrition and Integrative Health graduate from Maryland University of Integrative Health. I already have over three years of experience. I have completed my post graduate practice experience and earned my CNS credential. In my clinical practice, I engage with clients suffering from many different diseases and I helped them change their nutrition habits to achieve their optimal health.

She firmly believes that understanding the root cause of illness and the interconnectedness between organ systems, as well as mind, body and spirit is the key to healing.

Our ideal client is someone who is looking for nutrition/food/body related support for any reason (eating disorder recovery, diabetes, pre/post partum, sports, etc) and is tired of traditional weight, diet, and restrictive centric approaches and wanting to learn about other paths for well-being and developing a positive, sustainable, nourishing, health-promoting, individualized, delicious relationship with food!

I help people become the best version of themselves by educating clients how to eat healthy and still enjoy foods they love. I’ve worked with all types of clients with different needs and goals. Let me know yours and I’ll help you achieve them.

I love to help patients who are feeling stuck with their fertility journey and want assistance in conceiving naturally, desire support with an upcoming IUI or IVF cycle, or with their pregnancy. I believe that becoming healthier in mind, body and spirit leads to enhanced fertility and the process of conception and pregnancy are supported through a balance of healthy lifestyle and diet, as well as individualized supplementation and Chinese herbal formulas that address the unique patterns, disorders and conditions that are specific to your fertility challenge.

Have you been told you're "fine", that all of your lab work looks great but you don't feel great? Are you struggling to have the energy you need to play with your kids? Do you feel bloated, achy, heavy, and a little spacey sometimes? Or, maybe you've been struggling with your weight? Have you tried to figure out your myriad of unrelated symptoms to no avail and started chalking it up to aging? Look no further, I can help you address these issues and more with my experience as a Functional Medicine Dietitian. We'll dive deep and discover the root cause/s of what is happening so you can feel back to your energetic self again.

Dr. Jennifer Moffitt has been active on the cutting edge of integrating science and intuitive energy styles of healing for over 35 years. Formerly a research scientist at UC Davis, her background in clinical chemistry and neuroscience allows a blend of both eastern and western medicine in a unique way. Jennifer completed her MSTOM at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and her doctorate at 5 Branches University. She has advanced training in clinical neuroscience, trauma work and primitive reflex integration. She is currently publishing her research and creating advanced trauma based clinical training at the post-doc level.

Hello! My name is Dr. Georgi Stoychev, and I am an integrative mental health doctor (ND). It is extremely important to me that you feel like your health concerns are truly heard because everyone's mental health journey is unique and nuanced. As such, I devote sufficient time to truly understand what you are going through. We can work as a team to come up with the most individualized recommendations which can best support your mental health.

As an eating disorder specialized registered dietitian, it's one of my core values for every one of my clients to feel their voice is respected and their needs are honored during the recovery process. I will support you with your nutrition targets while being mindful of psychological and medical comorbidities that can complicate nutrition in recovery. I tailor all recommendations in consideration of your food sensitivities, variety limitations, and GI issues (whether due to the eating disorder or preexisting), such as constipation, diarrhea, bloating, and intolerances.

30 years of nutrition experience in hospital settings. Diabetes education certification. Senior Fitness Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Prefer working with older clients toward health and fitness.

I have 32 years experience in the practice of Dry Needling, Acupuncture, Classical Chinese and Ayurvedic Medicines. I use dry needling and acupuncture to treat all kinds of acute and chronic pain and sports injuries. I also specialize in GI disorders, skin disorders, Women's health, and anxiety.

Dr. Nikki is driven to help individuals who are seeking alternative methods for treatment. She uses a variety of modalities to help her patients such as botanical medicine, homeopathy, nutrition and lifestyle modifications.

My goal is to provide specialized, integrative medical care that will reverse and prevent disease using the fundamental healing principles of the body. Through evaluation of pain patterns, posture, movement impairments, function and orthopedic tests, I combine Western medical wisdom with evidence-based complementary therapies to help prevent disease and activate your own healing mechanisms, without the use of pharmaceuticals. Experience the natural, integrative approach to bodily healing and transformation.

At Begin Again Nutrition the focus is on personalized counseling to ensure that you meet your health goals by choosing new habits that feel good and make sense in your life. We use a non-diet approach to help clients heal their bodies and their relationship with food. Our clients reach their health goals by incorporating evidence-based nutrition and wellness practices into their daily routines. Our clients enjoy the support, accountability, and partnership they gain by working with a counseling professional. Taking better care of oneself naturally leads to improved clinical outcomes and better weight management.

Kristin received her Master’s in Nutritional Sciences at San Diego State University and went on to complete her dietetic internship through UCSD. She has been working as a clinical dietitian since completing her internship. She understands the importance nutrition plays in one’s body and how it can affect a person’s daily life. She helps her clients heal their relationships with food and regain their intuitive eating skills. Kristin works with clients with all different conditions and creates goals to work toward.

My ideal patient is someone seeking holistic and natural approaches to help address their health concerns. They are open-minded, proactive about their health and value a personalized approach to healing. Their goals include not only symptom relief but also achieving long-term vitality and resilience.

​Dr. Joy Bozzo is a licensed naturopathic doctor in the state of California, an alumnus to National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) in Portland, Oregon, and a member of the Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (GastroANP) and Pediatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians (PedANP). She offers natural, holistic, and integrative medical care focused on children with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, PANS/PANDAS, and behavioral concerns.

I help clients who are struggling with chronic digestive issues, skin conditions, hormone imbalances and fertility concerns. My approach combines functional nutrition, mindfulness and intuitive eating so that you can optimize your health without feeling restricted or stressed about food. My goal is to help you understand how you can support your body using not only nutrition but also movement, mindset practices and various lifestyle changes.