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Holistic Naturopathic Care for Whole-Body Wellness
At Virginia Nautropathic Family Health Center, we believe in treating the person, not just the symptoms. Our practice is rooted in the principles of naturopathic medicine, emphasizing disease prevention and the promotion of optimal health through natural therapeutics. With a focus on personalized care, we conduct detailed patient histories during 90-minute initial visits, creating tailored treatment plans that may include lab testing, dietary changes, and supplement recommendations. Dr. Theresa Collier, our lead practitioner, brings extensive experience in integrative care, specializing in cancer and Lyme disease while maintaining a general practice for patients of all ages. Her background includes preceptorship at the Cancer Treatment Center of America, where she observed the synergy between conventional and natural medicine.We utilize a range of modalities, including botanical medicine, homeopathy, and craniosacral therapy, to support the body's innate healing processes. Our commitment to holistic health reflects a philosophy that values the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As co-founder of the Virginia Association of Naturopathic Physicians, Dr. Collier advocates for the advancement of naturopathic medicine while adhering to rigorous professional standards. We prioritize patient education and self-responsibility, fostering long-term wellness through preventative care and individualized treatment strategies.
Services
Naturopathic Medicine
Diet Counseling
Homeopathy
Botanical Medicine
Nutritional Supplementation
Physical Medicine
Craniosacral Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 90-minute initial consultations for comprehensive patient assessments.
- Our treatment plans integrate evidence-based natural therapies with modern medicine.
- Dr. Collier specializes in complex conditions like cancer and Lyme disease.
- We utilize diverse modalities including botanical medicine and craniosacral therapy.
- Our practice combines 20+ years of clinical experience with patient-centered care.
Services
Naturopathic Medicine
Our naturopathic medicine practice combines traditional healing methods with modern scientific research to address root causes of illness. We focus on enhancing the body's self-healing mechanisms through personalized treatment plans that integrate dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, and natural therapies. This approach supports long-term wellness for patients seeking alternatives to conventional symptom-focused care.
Diet Counseling
Personalized diet counseling helps patients optimize health through food choices tailored to individual needs. We analyze nutritional requirements and develop meal plans addressing specific conditions like digestive disorders or metabolic imbalances. Our approach emphasizes whole foods and evidence-based dietary strategies to support overall wellness and disease prevention.
Botanical Medicine
Botanical medicine utilizes plant-based remedies to treat various health conditions effectively. We prescribe customized herbal formulations based on traditional knowledge and clinical research, targeting issues like inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and immune support. This natural therapy complements other treatment modalities for comprehensive patient care.
Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral therapy involves gentle manual techniques to improve central nervous system function by releasing restrictions in cranial and spinal tissues. This non-invasive treatment addresses conditions such as chronic pain, migraines, and stress-related disorders, promoting relaxation and enhancing the body's natural healing capacity through subtle manipulations.
Homeopathy
Homeopathy uses highly diluted natural substances to stimulate the body's self-healing response. We select remedies based on individual symptom profiles, treating acute and chronic conditions like allergies, anxiety, and digestive issues. This gentle approach aligns with our philosophy of minimizing intervention while maximizing therapeutic effectiveness through personalized treatment protocols.
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Theresa Collier
Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Theresa Collier specializes in integrative naturopathic care with expertise in cancer and Lyme disease treatment. She combines botanical medicine, homeopathy, and physical therapies to address complex health conditions while maintaining a general practice for all ages.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat a wide range of conditions including chronic illnesses like cancer, Lyme disease, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, and autoimmune conditions using personalized naturopathic approaches.
What happens during the first visit?
Initial consultations last 90 minutes, involving comprehensive health history reviews, current concern assessments, and creation of individualized treatment plans incorporating lab testing and natural therapies.
Are naturopathic doctors licensed in Virginia?
Currently, Virginia does not license naturopathic doctors, but Dr. Collier holds an active license in Vermont and follows national standards for naturopathic practice.
What treatment modalities do you use?
Our practice incorporates botanical medicine, homeopathy, nutritional supplementation, craniosacral therapy, physical medicine, and lifestyle counseling tailored to each patient's needs.
How do you approach chronic illness?
We focus on identifying root causes through detailed assessments, then implement multi-faceted treatment plans combining natural therapies to support the body's self-healing mechanisms over time.
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Reviews (3)
Sharon Carruth
Sep 28, 2019
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I got so sick in 2013 after two tick bites. I went to a local medical doctor who told me that I did not need to be tested for Lyme because the ticks have to be in longer than overnight (WRONG!). Shortly after that visit I was in hell, I had horrible symptoms and I went from doctor to doctor, cardiologist, medical doctor, gastroentologist, ER visits from stroke level blood pressure readings to find answers but all the tests came back fine but no one could explain all my symptoms and weight loss! I was at the end of my rope when I went to Dr. Collier who knew after listening to my symptoms that I
Diane Enright
Sep 14, 2019
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Please, DO NOT go to this doctor for food intolerances! I had figured out my food triggers on my own and was feeling great except every once in awhile I was getting a food reaction and couldn't figure it out. I went to Dr. Collier and she loaded me up on supplements and I got terribly sick. She kept telling me it was because I was so toxic that I was having HERXing symptoms. She just kept giving more supplements and I was so sick that I kept telling her I felt like I was slowly dying. I stuck in there because I wanted to be well of all my symptoms once and for all. But after a month an a half
Mary Laposata
Jun 15, 2016
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Never met a more knowledgeable, attentive and compassionate healer!
Dr. Collier offers a variety of naturopathic services for treating many conditions. She provides supplement recommendations specific for each person's needs. The care and time Dr. Collier spends with her patients is outstanding. There is no one I trust more with my health. Highly recommend!
Dr. Collier offers a variety of naturopathic services for treating many conditions. She provides supplement recommendations specific for each person's needs. The care and time Dr. Collier spends with her patients is outstanding. There is no one I trust more with my health. Highly recommend!
