Naturopathic medicine is effective in treating most health problems, both acute and chronic. Some of the therapies used by naturopathic physicians are described below:

Clinical Nutrition
Food is medicine! Nutrition and the therapeutic use of foods are the cornerstone of naturopathic medicine. Scientific research has shown that many medical conditions can be treated as effectively with food and nutritional supplements as they can by other means, with fewer complications and side effects.

Botanical Medicine
This refers to the use of plants as medicine. Many plant substances are highly effective in the right dosage and when used correctly with other herbs and treatments. Herbs can be prepared in many forms – teas, tinctures, and capsules. Naturopathic doctors are trained in both the art and science of botanical medicine.

Homeopathy
This powerful system of medicine is more than 200 years old and is widely accepted in many countries. Homeopathy uses highly diluted substances to affect cure. Homeopathic remedies, when properly prescribed, stimulate the body’s “vital force” and strengthen its innate ability to heal. Homeopathic remedies function on both the physical and emotional levels, with few if any side effects. Some conditions that do not respond well to conventional medicine respond effectively to homeopathy.

Physical Medicine
Physical medicine offers treatments for musculoskeletal concerns. Treatments can include soft tissue work (therapeutic massage), hydrotherapy, and exercise therapy. Dr. Rios-Young also incorporates craniosacral therapy into her practice.

Counseling
Mental attitudes and emotional states are important elements in healing and disease. Naturopathic physicians are trained in various techniques that include short-term situational counseling, couples counseling, and mind-body techniques.