Health Professionals near Southbury, CT

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 order to help my patients, I need to know their story. Health problems don't start the first time that a person has a pain, or the first night of insomnia. They started well before that first bout. For example, the problem started long before one develops IBS: IBS is a symptom of the problem. That is why it is so important to take a full history--not just current things but things that may have begun in childhood. So what I do is to listen and ask questions and listen. Once we are both satisfied, we can develop a plan--the goal of which is to help you reach YOUR best state of health.

I am a non-diet Registered Dietitian and a gut health expert practicing from a weight-inclusive approach. I help my clients find relief from digestive disorders such as Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS), Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), Gastroparesis, Colitis, and GERD. I have also designed techniques and programs to empower chronic dieters, disordered eaters, and those in eating disorder recovery to mend their relationship with food and their bodies. My goal is to empower you to choose dietary interventions for the pursuit of health and wellness instead of using diets to manipulate your body for thinness.

The goal of my clinic is to restore a person's body to balance and optimal health. This is accomplished by using the constituents of the body, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and neurotransmitters as well as addressing physical and energetic mis-alignments. Success is also achieved by considering as many aspects of a person as possible, or treating the whole person, and not just relieving a set of isolated ailments; the premise behind Naturopathic medicine is to find the root cause of illness and to address health concerns at their very core, rather than focusing solely on symptoms.

Gas and Bloating driving you crazy? If you are suffering from Gas, Bloating, Diarrhea, Constipation, or Heartburn There are natural treatments that will eliminate your symptoms. Many patients that come in to see me with digestion complaints find quick relief with my simple program. This incorporates: detecting if you have problematic bacteria in your digestive track, how are you digesting your food, what foods might be causing your symptoms, and much more. All of the above tests can be performed in office for your convenience!

Often times people wait until they are diagnosed with a chronic disease before implementing change into their daily routine. I work one-on-one with clients with the intention of preventing chronic disease states, such as heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and other other life-altering diseases through lifestyle. Achieving a healthy weight and a supportive gut are how we can eat to beat disease. An optimal gut plays a major role in preventing disease, regulating hormones, boosting immunity, and more. It's never too late to start living well.

"To support, educate and listen to all my patients as I truly believe every human being is different and needs custom care and treatment options in achieving their health goals."

"To support, educate and listen to all my patients as I truly believe every human being is different and needs custom care and treatment options in achieving their health goals."

I believe everyone has the right to live an energetic, symptom free life and have epic daily poops. Bloating, reflux, irregular bowel movements, gas, food sensitivities, chronic fatigue, weight fluctuations and skin issues are not normaI and are not all in your head. I help people struggling with chronic gut health issues overcome their symptoms through evidence based, plant centered nutrition strategies when conventional medicine has failed them. Together we will take an individualized, holistic approach to restore your gut health, calm inflammation and ditch the diets so you can feel confident in the way you eat, look, and feel.

Shunyu has been practicing acupuncture and therapeutic massage for more than 20 years. Natural Therapy with Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Qigong and Therapeutic Massage for all chronic conditions. Heal the problem, not just stop pain. No side effect. 7 visits for one treatment course to have significant efficiency for the therapy of long-term conditions. Only 3 visits can work well on the acute conditions.

I specialize in working with children and adolescents with autism, ADHD, and special needs, including behavioral, social, and emotional problems. My goal is to help patients achieve and maintain optimal health. I work to find the root cause of illness instead of merely treating symptoms. I perform a detailed patient intake, comprehensive physical exam, and order and evaluate both conventional and specialty laboratory tests. Treatment plans are developed and adapted to each individual patient with an emphasis on treating the whole person. I actively involve my patients in their treatment, empowering them to achieve and maintain optimal health.

New England Nutrition specializes in managing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, SIBO, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), Celiac Disease, GERD, and more. New England Nutrition also provides nutrition therapy for various other medical conditions as well as healthy diet counseling.

Acupuncture is the art and science of correcting imbalances or disharmonies in the body and mind by balancing the body’s physical and energetic factors, and promoting the free flow of Qi and blood. Optimal health is dependent on the free flow of Qi and blood throughout the body. Pain and illness occur when there are blockages or imbalances in these factors in a particular area or throughout the body. At various locations along each of the various energy meridians are specific acupoints where the meridian’s energy can be manipulated in different ways. This stimulation of points brings both improved health and relief from pain.

Almost any condition can be successfully treated with acupuncture because the goal is to correct the imbalances that are the underlying cause of the patient's symptoms. I find acupuncture is particularly beneficial for those with any type of pain: headaches, back pain, muscle, joint and nerve pain. It is also helpful for those with endocrine/hormonal issues, PMS, irregular periods, menopausal symptoms, digestive issues, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. Also: anxiety, insomnia; high blood pressure, stress management, chronic fatigue. People with colds, sore throats, asthma, sinus infections, urinary tract infections, and dermatitis can also find relief with acupuncture.

My goal as a practitioner is to give each patient the skills necessary to make healthy lifestyle choices; while supporting them on their journey to optimal wellness.

I am a registered dietitian/nutritionist with a passion for helping individuals transform their lives through personalized nutrition and lifestyle choices. I believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition. Your unique body, goals, and preferences deserve a tailored plan that suits your individual needs. I take the time to understand your specific circumstances, challenges, and aspirations, ensuring that the guidance I provide is personalized just for you.

The patients I see are like you, seeking a natural health approach to understand why they are not well and searching for the treatments that will get results. My 25 years of clinical experience has proved there are solutions to most health challenges, and even the most complicated conditions can improve. I have been committed to being the kind of doctor I would put my trust in. I take the time to listen to your concerns and create a plan specific to your needs, explaining each of the steps moving forward. I will help you make sense out of your past medical history, previous tests and treatments; helping you make informed decisions.

If you are experiencing ANY of the following, I would love to have the opportunity to work together: You often feel guilty about your food choices, and you spend significant time and energy thinking about food. You have scoured the internet for nutrition information and guidance and are frustrated by the amount of conflicting information online. You are navigating an eating disorder or disordered eating and are looking for support from a compassionate and knowledgable RD. You are struggling to keep up with meal planning every week, unsure of how to shop for and prepare meals that support your nutrition goals.

Are you exhausted but your doctor says your labs are fine? Are you taking a bunch of supplements but not sure which are good for you personally? Are you in pain or have medical conditions that are being treated without discovering and addressing the underlying cause? Would you like to optimize your health? I can help! By learning more about what makes you biochemically unique and listening to your concerns, I can help you to better understand how your body and mind works to further optimize your health and quality of life!