Naturopathic Medicine

NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE AT FRESHWATER WELLNESS

In Naturopathic Medicine, we approach every patient as an individual, from a holistic perspective. Typically, we prioritize clinical nutrition, lifestyle optimization, botanical medicine and professional supplements as our first line interventions. We are, however, uniquely trained in herb-drug-nutrient interactions, and can act as a bridge between Natural and Conventional medicine. At Freshwater Wellness, we believe whole-heartedly in truly integrative healthcare, in which a person can build a multi-disciplinary team of providers who can work together to optimize your health journey.

At your first visit, we go over your health history and discuss your health goals. This may involve reviewing your labs, medications, supplements and lifestyle. After we get a good picture of where you are at and where you want to go, we develop a plan, together, that will best fit your needs.

HOW CAN WE HELP?

Environmental Toxins

We believe in balance, and this means we have to find ways to feel safe in our bodies and our environment. As experts in adaptability, we work with your neuro-endocrine-immune system to address chronic inflammation cause by mold/mycotoxin illness, under or un-treated infections, heavy metal overload and microplastic exposure. Dr Abigail is an active member of the International Lyme and Associated Disease Society (ILADS), has completed Dr. Jill Crista's Mold literacy training and participated with Dr. Crista and Dr. Neil Nathan's mentorship program.

Hormone Imbalances

With over 20 years of experience in reproductive endocrinology, first as a research, and now as Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Abigail addresses a wide range of hormone imbalances, from premenstrual syndrome and perimenopause. As a member of the North American Menopause Society (NAMS), she utilizes conventional and functional lab results to develop a personalized plan that emphasizes diet/lifestyle habits, stress management and optimal sleep/circadian rhythms. If indicated, herbs/supplements and/or bioidentical hormones and be recommended to promote reproductive health at every life stage.

Holistic Heart Health

Whether you are dealing with high cholesterol, high blood pressure or vascular inflammation, we are hear to offer a comprehensive integrative approach to your cardiovascular health. We collaborate with your other healthcare providers, which may include speciality lab testing through Boston Heart Diagnostics, to create a tailored diet, lifestyle, and supplement plan aimed at reducing medication and maintaining the health of your heart and blood vessels.

Gut Health

We offer a comprehensive approach to digestive health by identifying food triggers that may be causing discomfort, healing leaky gut, and addressing microbiome imbalances.

Additionally, we offer non-invasive functional lab testing through US Biotek to ensure we identify any underlying causes for your symptoms.

Natural Pain Management

Relieving both acute and chronic pain is crucial for facilitating overall healing. We provide solutions to your discomfort through Acupuncture, cupping, muscle release techniques, and low-level laser therapy.

Brain and Nervous System

Integrative neurology is a holistic approach to various neurological challenges, including pain syndromes, cognitive decline, brain fog, anxiety and sleep disorders. Our goal is to identify root causes and combining Eastern and Naturopathic medicine approaches, enhance brain health and overall well-being to empower you to regain control of their neurological health.

Integrative Dermatology

Holistic dermatology focuses on treating the skin by considering the whole person, including stress, diet and environmental factors. We help you identify high quality/clean products, that you can use to keep your skin looking healthy.

Through our partners at ReYouvenate, we also offer Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) microneedling facials as well.

Clinical Nutrition

At Freshwater Wellness, we believe that "You can't supplement your way out of bad diet," so every visit include discussion about what you are eating and how optimal nutrition can help you reach your goals. Through Personalized Nutrition Coaching, Food Sensitivity Testing (if indicated) and Custom Recipe plans, we aim to refresh your nutritional habits so you can achieve Diet Diversity.

Botanical Medicine

Leveraging our knowledge in Western and Chinese Herbal Medicine, we customize formulations to enhance your wellness routine as needed. These formulations may include teas, tinctures, or topical preparations, and can offer support fo wide range of acute and chronic conditions.

Supplement Review

Complicated supplement regimens are difficult to manage and potentially harmful to your health. With our knowledge of herb-drug-nutrient interactions, we can pinpoint low-quality, unnecessary, or harmful products, and ultimately streamline your routine,

Ready to dive in?

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Initial Appointment

For patients that are new to the clinic, or have not been seen in the last 2 years, and are interested in Naturopathic care. This visit can be in person or virtual and will include a full medical history, review of diet/lifestyle and current supplements, naturopathic assessment and discussion of recommendations. Please bring in any labs you would like reviewed by Dr. Abigail to better inform naturopathic recommendations.

This appointment also includes a 30min follow up, scheduled for 1-2 weeks after your initiation appointment, with Coach Elizabeth, who will make sure all of your questions regarding your plan are answered and help you get started. These sessions with Coach Elizabeth are virtual, although in-person visits are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Adults: $450/90min
Add an acupuncture: $525/120min
Kiddos <12yr: $275/60min, Coaching visit not included
Teens 13-17yr: $325/60min

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Follow up Appointments

These are the follow up visits for Naturopathic care, and are available in 60min, 45min, 30min and 15min time increments and based on the complexity of the discussion. All of these visits can be conducted virtually, through our HIPAA compliant telehealth system. Typically, Dr. Abigail will indicate the length of time needed at the previous visit. Here are some general rules of thumb:

60min ($225): New lab review for established patient. Includes review of new labs, diet diary, bodywork of any type.
45min ($175): Repeat lab reviews after initiation of treatments, supplement review, etc.
30min ($125): brief check in on current treatment plan, basic adjustments to supplements, new onset, acute symptom, etc.
15min ($75): brief clarifying questions to current treatment plan, etc.

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There a few ways to begin your Naturopathic journey at Freshwater Wellness.

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