Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Options Naturopathic ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blood Sugar Balance: The Sugar Trap and Toxic Load](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-terrain-ten-blood-sugar/) - Restoring Metabolic Balance Through the Terrain Erin Holston Singh, N.D. Welcome back to The Terrain Ten™ – The Key Interlinking Areas of Wellness. A terrain model that is developed by Dr. Nasha Winters. In previous articles, we introduced the foundational idea that illness does not appear out of nowhere—it grows silently over time in what we call the - [The Terrain Ten - Key Interlinking Areas of Wellness](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-terrain-ten/) - Returning to the Terrain and Reclaiming Health Erin Holston Singh, N.D. Welcome to The Terrain Ten™ – The Key Interlinking Areas of Wellness. A terrain model that is developed by Dr. Nasha Winters. Across the world, chronic illness is rising. We are seeing increasing diagnoses of cancer, autoimmune diseases, fatigue syndromes, and neurological symptoms that don’t - [Epigenetics: The Echo of the Heart in the Body](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-terrain-ten-epigenetics/) - Returning to the Terrain and Reclaiming Health Erin Holston Singh, N.D. Welcome back to The Terrain Ten™ – The Key Interlinking Areas of Wellness. A terrain model that is developed by Dr. Nasha Winters. In our previous article, we introduced the concept of the terrain, the living landscape of the body that influences and reflects our - [Acute Illness Is Not The Enemy!](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/acute-illness-is-not-the-enemy/) - Acute Illness Is Not the Enemy. It Is the Repair Crew. Sore throats, colds, headaches, and flu are not failures of the body. They are intelligent repair responses. When the terrain has accumulated burden. Toxins, unresolved infections, emotional stress, metabolic strain. The body initiates an acute response to discharge, reorganize, and - [Lymph and Flow](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/lymph-and-flow/) - Lymphatic Drainage goes deeper than you may realize… Last month we opened our new series of Newsletters with refreshing insights on pH and pleomorphism. We hope you enjoyed that digest about how understanding the intelligence of pH and adopting the pleomorphic perspective supports the execution of The Principles of Healing so fundamental to our work. A New Series: - [Cancer and Heart Disease](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/cancer-and-heart-disease/) - CANCER & HEART DISEASE: WHAT DO THESE TWO CONDITIONS HAVE IN COMMON? Not only are they the leading causes of death, but they also arise from the same fundamental issue: mitochondrial dysfunction! Your body relies on little structures called mitochondria to produce energy. These organelles are actually bacteria (an alpha-proteobacterium) you co-evolved with, and which - [Derailing Toxicity](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/derailing-toxicity/) - On February 3rd, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train of roughly one hundred and fifty rail cars derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, creating a massive explosion that released five different hazardous chemicals into the air, soil and water. With so many patients expressing concern about exposures and asking what they should do to protect themselves and - [What Is The Terrain Ten?](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/terrainten/) - WHAT'S IN YOUR BUCKET? THE TERRAINTENDR. NASHA'S DEFINITION These ten areas are the specific components of one’s terrain that impact mitochondria function, thus metabolic health. Mitochondria? Metabolic? What? Read on! It is the testing and assessing of the TerrainTen that enables us to have improved outcomes: this approach enables patients to know what and where to focus and - [PRINCIPLES of HEALING: Return to Self](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/principles-of-healing/) - In our modern, fast-paced world, we’ve been conditioned to interpret symptoms as something to fear—signals of malfunction to suppress, silence, or override. But in truth, symptoms are the language of the body, messages from the deeper self calling for integration, balance, and ultimately, wholeness.At Options Naturopathic, we honor a radically different perspective: healing is not - [Keto and Its Benefits](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/keto_and_benefits/) - KETO AND ITS BENEFITS Patrick Healey, N.D. Metabolism refers to how efficiently and effectively the body creates energy using carbs, fats, protein, and nutrients to fuel the body’s cellular functions.The majority of the population are in a less than optimal state of health known as “metabolic inflexibility.” Metabolic inflexibility and dysfunction means that individuals are - [Big Media Speaks to the Terrain!](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/big-media-speaks-to-the-terrain/) - The NY Times reported on Dec. 7th about the link between pollutants in the air and C*VID-19 deaths. This article struck me as one of the few times the mainstream media has alluded to what we call “The Terrain” in our world of viewing patients in the context of the larger environment, as well as - [Dietary Testing](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/diet/) - Diet is something that MUST be individualized. There is no single diet that is ideal for everyone. Our doctors choose from an array of suggestions, leaning heavily on metabolically-focused suggestions, such as ketogenic diets, Mediterranean Ketogenic diets, low-carb diets and paleo. As we dive deeper into an individual's history, bloodwork and epigenetics, we continually tailor - [Comprehensive Approach to Building Resiliency: Support for Viral Illness](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/comprehensive-approach-to-building-resiliency-support-for-viral-illness/) - Naturopathic Support for Viral Illness & Cytokine Storms Naturopathic medicine has many suggestions for the ‘cytokine release syndrome’ or ‘cytokine storm’ driving the respiratory failure mentioned in our Microbes and the Terrain article. The release of these immunological molecules is the aberrant immunity on overdrive (again, related to the toxicants, but classical medicine rarely considers this). Autoimmunity, - [The 90-minute Homeopathic Cure](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-90-minute-homeopathic-cure/) - Erin Holston Singh, ND Allow me to relay a brief miraculous resolution of a sick kid. I’m at privilege to detail this story as he happens to be my 8-year old son. Adan woke up yesterday morning at 5am and came to my husband’s bedside complaining of an earache. When he got up to leave - [The OM Program (Brain Protocol): The Basics](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-om-program-brain-protocol-quick/) - The OM Program (Brain Protocol) is a homeopathic program used to reset trauma, optimize development or support a person through a difficult transition. It consists of remedies that specifically integrate all that develops during the period of maturation, from birth to puberty so that it is specifically in sync.Given that trauma, whether it be mechanical, emotional, - [Homeopathic Drainage](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/homeopathic-drainage/) - Biotherapeutic Drainage is the therapeutic use of homeopathics, botanicals or trace minerals to facilitate the elimination of toxins out of the body. Often the term is shortened to 'drainage' for simplicity, or to imply what is needed from a therapeutic perspective: directed detoxification to the whole system or to specific organs or tissues. The following - [Temperament](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/temperament/) - Balancing the temperament in natural medicine means balancing the social aspects of an individual in order to affect their physical symptom picture. In this regard, natural medical practitioners, such as naturopathic doctors and homeopathic physicians, understand that behavioral problems such as mood and social difficulties are often a reflection of the innate aspects of a - [A Deep Dive into the OM Program](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-om-program-brain-protocol/) - HORMONES DRIVE DEVELOPMENT Guéniot suggests that hormones direct the critically important neurological connections to develop between the gastrointestinal organs and the central nervous system. He taught that human development is triggered and supported through various hormonal surges, beginning with the pituitary surge of the mother just before birth (via oxytocin), through the adrenal surge of the - [Naturopathic Medicine: Filling the Missing Niche in Preventative Health Care](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/naturopathic-medicine-filling-the-missing-niche-in-preventative-health-care/) - Naturopathic medicine offers an integral solution to the health care crisis in the United States. Naturopathic medicine offers an integral solution to the health care crisis in the United States. It is a system of medicine with huge success in both minor and major illnesses, cost-effectively addressing many problems for which there is claimed to - [Definition of Terms](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/definition-of-terms/) - Allopathy/Allopathic Medicine A term originally coined by Samuel Hahnemann, M.D., the founder of homeopathy. Allopathy describes the treatment of disease using a principle of opposites, for example, treating constipation with a laxative. We now know ‘allopathic medicine’ to be considered the same as conventional medicine. Biotherapeutic Drainage Subtle and directed elimination through the body’s ’emunctories’ - [A New Kind of Medical Insurance: Medical Assurance](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/a-new-kind-of-medical-insurance-medical-assurance-naturopathic-medicine/) - Times are difficult. Money is tight. Good health is fading. What is one to do? Many people feel trapped by the current healthcare system; insurance premiums are high, and the money tied up in paying them hinders people from spending on alternate forms of care they would like to explore. Most feel it would be - [The Importance of Breastmilk](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-importance-of-breastmilk/) - By Amelia H. Psmythe Executive Director (Interim), United States Breastfeeding Committee The US DHHS National Breastfeeding Awareness Campaign tells us 'Babies were born to be breastfedi'. Leading health organizations like UNICEFii, the World Health Organizationiii and the American Academy of Pediatricsiv, recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months, introduction of appropriate solids with continuation of breastmilk - [Gerard Guéniot, F.D.](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/gerard-gueniot-f-d/) - In Memoriam A significant piece of the education on optionsnaturopathic.com comes directly from the teachings of Dr. Gérard Guéniot. Dr. Guéniot was my mentor; he was a teacher of the finest form, sharing all his knowledge, as much as he could, without ever stopping and without ever withholding information. He taught with passion and with - [Sacred Secretions](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/sacredsecretions/) - THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM The endocrine system is a complex system that consists of hormones, which are chemical messengers that we prefer to call our “sacred secretions.” These sacred messengers are the key to maintaining all of our internal systems, from the nervous to the immune and digestive systems, connected with the outside world and each - [Naturopathic Philosophy](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/philosophy/) - Naturopathy, a termed coined around 1901, is the combination of the nineteenth century European practice Nature Cure with the principles and concepts of homeopathy. Your body has the most incredible, innate healing power that is active and responsive in your everyday life. It is far more powerful beyond what you have been led to believe - [Naturopathic Doctor's Training and Regulation](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/naturopathic-doctors-training-and-regulation/) - Naturopathic Doctors (ND/NMD) unlike traditional naturopaths are trained at one of these seven federally accredited naturopathic schools: Bastyr University Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine Bridgeport University* Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine National University of Health Sciences National University of Natural Medicine Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine *Bridgeport University is no longer accepting new students. Once - [What Is Homeopathy?](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/what-is-homeopathy/) - WHAT IS HOMEOPATHY? Dr. Patrick Healey, N.D. Homeopathy is a 200 year-old system of medical science pioneered by Samuel Hahnemann (German Physician) that actively and powerfully stimulates the body to heal itself. It utilizes the principles of the fundamental Laws of Nature. Homeopathic remedies are created from plant, animal, or mineral substances (and sometimes other - [What is Naturopathic Medicine?](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/what-is-naturopathic-medicine/) - In fact, naturopathic medicine was created in 1901 as a direct response to the overuse of chemical drug therapies. Over the previous century the use of mercury, also known as ‘calomel’, was in widespread use, mirroring the current pharmaceutical industry. Naturopathic medicine is a unique doctoral profession built upon the premise of using nature as - [A Naturopathic Approach to Pain Management](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/a-naturopathic-approach-to-pain/) - Although pain is uncomfortable and undesirable, pain is a safety signal that assists in preserving the body’s integrity. Pain does not always equal harm and can be good to signal the approach of the body’s limitation with a particular motion. It is a complex, changeable, and reversible process; the body can be retrained so that - [Microbes and the Terrain](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/microbes-and-the-terrain/) - Special Commentary on COVID-19 & What you can DO today to protect yourself and your family Dr. Erin The particle beam from the largest and oldest black whole ever measured is hitting the earth right NOW[1]. To me, this is no coincidence with the current events of our little world called Earth. Perhaps for the - [Terrain, the Guéniot Definition](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/terrain-the-gueniot-definition/) - From the perspective of natural medicine, the terrain of a human being is made up three things: what is inherited (i.e. what he came with), an individual’s personal history (i.e. nutrition, personal events and intoxifications) and finally, what suppressive medical therapies he has had, such as vaccination, antibiotic therapy or other ongoing drug treatment. This - [Diathesis](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/diathesis/) - Diathesis describes a person’s predisposition or tendency. The early homeopaths used another word for this type of classification: miasm. The founder of homeopathy, Samuel Hahnemann, originally described three classic miasms or diatheses: Psoric (SORE-ICK), Sycotic (SIGH-CAH-TICK), and Syphilitic (SI-FA-LI-TIC), known in Europe as Luetic (LOO-E-TIC). Today, we add a fourth that is thought to have developed in the late 19th and early - [Constitution](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/constitution/) - The notion of "Constitution" represents the core of a person-or the structure of his inner being. In drainage homeopathy (as Guéniot taught it), "constitution" is not a notion that can be diagnosed in daily contact, or through observable behaviors, but rather are traits that only reveal themselves in unusual and unimaginable confrontations with life or - [Stress & Self-talk](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/stress/) - Stress can really be viewed as a dual entity-that which is created by my physical environment, and that which is created by my emotional state or temperament.The physical stress includes those toxic aggressors that I encounter in this world: the poor nutrition, the heavy metals, the tobacco smoke or the chemical toxins in my air - [Terrain, Microbes, Illness, & Resiliency](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/doctor-erins-take-on-acute-contagious-diseases/) - At Options Naturopathic, we espouse reinforcing our innate immunity to reduce damaging environmental influences that lead to illness. Our experience has proven these practices as the ideal form of natural therapeutics for the individual, the collective, and the entire planet. The background for these methods originated from our naturopathic forefathers and colleagues and have been - [What to Do in Case of Acute Illness](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/acute-illness/) - Should you develop an acute illness, you can refer to the chart of Unda Drainage Compounds for support. These compounds can be used with single homeopathic remedies you may choose for specific symptoms, or with those that Dr. Erin might suggest if you choose to consult with her. These remedies will facilitate the drainage or detoxification - [Mucococcinum](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/mucococcinum/) - FLU VACCINES and COLD and FLU PREVENTION: Mucococcinum Views expressed herein are my opinions based on study and experience We suggest that you do as much as possible to prepare for the oncoming cold and flu season. Flu vaccinations are not a safe, viable or even effective solution to cold and flu prevention. Using homeopathics - [Fever and Acetaminophen Use](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/fever-and-acetaminophen-use/) - What You Should Know About Fever and Acetaminophen Use Many parents find it difficult to refrain from giving their children Tylenol (acetaminophen/paracetamol) or some other type of children's over-the-counter analgesic medication such as Ibuprofen (NSAID) when they see their child acutely ill. We suggest a parent hold back for a multitude of reasons. Originally we - [Childhood Illnesses and Antibiotic Usage](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/childhood-illnesses-and-antibiotic-usage/) - From a naturopathic and homeopathic perspective, childhood illness is an important part of an individual's physical and psychological development. The illness reinforces the child's sense of his or her own boundaries, invigorates the immune system and makes it more efficient. Evidence of this lies in the growth spurts and developmental changes parents often report following - [Home Management of Acute Fever](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/home-management-of-acute-fever/) - A fever is one of the first elements of immune defense. When an individual has a fever, he is triggering his immune defense. So a fever is not a disease, but an indication that the individual is defending himself. If the child is under 7 years old when the fever appears, he is building his - [Cancer Is Not a WAR & You Are Not a Battlefield!](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/cancer-is-not-a-battle-you-are-not-a-battlefield/) - The greatest challenge we face as Metabolic-Terrain Practitioners is the same challenge the world as a whole faces: define the effective therapies to address cancer, based on the most recent science about the biology of cancer. Cancer is not a series of random genetic mutations without cause, but rather, it is a metabolic - [NON-Hormonal Contraception](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/think-smarter-not-harder-with-contraception/) - Protect your liver, please STOP the pill! We have found a multitude of health concerns that arise after women unknowingly choose to use hormonal birth control. Respect your rhythms and your own hormones and let us help you get away from these noxious drugs! Natural Family Planning & the “FemCap” are reported to be just - [Order A Sauna Through Options and Get a Discount!](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/looking-into-purchasing-an-infrared-sauna-order-with-options/) - Infrared saunas are an effective tool for natural healing and prevention of many ailments. Infrared light has the ability to penetrate human tissue which, in turn produces a host of anti-aging, immune-boosting, detoxifying, and anti-inflammatory health benefits making infrared saunas one of the “hottest” home therapies for overall healthier living. If you want to get - [EarthSpeak](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/cbd-research/) - HEMP: MESSENGER OF THE EARTH Are you one of those people who has tried CBD and didn’t feel a thing? Wondering WHY you would spend your money on something that you can’t even feel? No effects, no relaxation, no bliss, nothing?Well, I used to be one of those people. Then one day it was like *POW* - [Psoric](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/psoric/) - Psoric people are contending with an exaggeration of their normal, physiological functions. In a healthy, balanced person, we see all toxic aggressors eliminated through the usual routes like the colon, skin, or urinary tract (emunctories). What we see in the psoric person is an overreaction when doing so. For example, if the psoric person ingests - [Sycotic](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/sycotic/) - Sycose is the name given to the phenomenon that is created when an individual starts losing their eliminatory capacities. A person who continually overwhelms his body with toxic substances will eventually lose his normal ability to detoxify himself. The sycotic diathesis is an inversion of the psoric diathesis. Most often this occurs without the person - [Syphillitic (Luetic)](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/luetic/) - The Luetic individual is one who does eliminate, but whose eliminations tend to be destructive. These persons are so chronically full of toxins they tend to suffer from chronic inflammation and chronic infections. Their rhythms are off, they tend towards substance abuse and they respond poorly to most therapies. Historically, Hahnemann described the Syphillitic miasm - [Tuberculinic](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/tuberculinic/) - In the late 1800s and early 1900s, ten percent of the population had contracted tuberculosis and 40 percent of the population had been exposed to it. The era signified a shift in both human immunological development and spiritual awakening, an awareness of the higher Self. The Tuberculinic diathesis is considered a response to or a - [Heavy Metals & Intestinal Detoxing](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/heavy_metal_detox/) - The bodily accumulation of toxicants from our environment is one of the greatest challenges to maintaining normal health in modern times. Sneaking in like a mouse in the night, we typically don't know these harmful chemicals and metals are there until the signs are finally seen in later stages of poisoning. Nonetheless, the fact is - [Understanding the Lymphatic System](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/the-lymphatic-system/) - The lymphatic system is made of your lymph nodes, lymph vessels, tonsils, thymus, spleen, and bone marrow. It is a network of vessels organs and glands that are major centers and highways for the immune system, waste clearance and transport of fats and fat soluble nutrients (i.e. Vitamins A, D, E, & K). Without a - [Acute Physical Illness](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/acute-physical-illness/) - ACUTE PHYSICAL ILLNESS Patrick Healey, N.D. “Illnesses do not come upon us out of the blue. They are developed from small daily sins against Nature. When enough sins have accumulated, illnesses will suddenly appear.” -Hippocrates As naturopathic doctors, our philosophy is different when it comes to our view on what it means to have an - [Physician Heal Thyself: Lessons in Healing Reactions](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/physician_heal_thyself/) - PHYSICIAN HEAL THYSELF: LESSONS IN HEALING REACTIONS Erin Holston Singh, N.D. Just in time for a blog post on acute healing, I had a synchronous healing reaction of my own. Nature Cure docs, such as myself, talk about such healing reactions incessantly, but what exactly are they? A healing reaction is the dynamic calibration any - [Food Quality: Why It Matters](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/food-quality/) - FOOD QUALITY: WHY IT MATTERS Patrick Healey, N.D. All food is not created equal. Some should not even be considered food, because of how processed, chemically laden, and manipulated it is! Sticking with whole, minimally processed, foods is a great way to start changing your nutrition and improving your health. A good general idea to keep - [Benefits of Fasting: Flourishing Without!](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/benefits-of-fasting/) - BENEFITS OF FASTING:FLOURISHING WITHOUT! Patrick Healey, N.D. Fasting is a timeless and ancient practice used both for religious reasons and health benefits. It is one of the only therapies that is accessible to everyone and actually saves you money when you do it! One thing to note is that fasting is NOT starving. Fasting is a - [Conventional, Integrative, Functional, or Naturopathic?](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/conventional-integrative-functional-or-naturopathic/) - CONVENTIONAL, INTEGRATIVE, FUNCTIONAL OR NATUROPATHIC - WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? Most people are familiar with “conventional medicine” since it is the predominant system of healthcare in society today, but as more and more people decide that they want to improve their health in a better way, there are now integrative, functional, and naturopathic practitioners. Here, we ## Pages - [Home](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/) - End SufferingFind Purpose Empowering your journey with natural medicine;from expert advice to actionable steps. Schedule a Free Connection Call We address all complaints, all issues, and all diagnoses. Not sure where to start? Schedule a Free Connection Call We combine ancient wisdom with modern knowledge to support TRUE and COMPLETE healing EXPERIENCE a proven PROCESS - [Theraphi](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-therapies/theraphi-cleveland-heights/) - Your body already knows how to heal The Theraphi helps it remember. Every cell in your body carries an energetic blueprint — an original signal of coherence and vitality. Chronic illness, cancer, stress, and trauma don’t erase that blueprint. They obscure it. The Theraphi is designed to restore it.In a world of devices that suppress - [In-Office Therapies](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-therapies/) - In-Office Therapies Visit our office to receive a treatment below! Theraphi Step into a calm, coherent energy field and give your nervous system room to settle.Many people come to the Theraphi to rest more deeply than they can on their own. 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Our Practitioners Dr. Erin Holston Singh Dr. Erin made her life’s work unlocking the mystery of non-specific illnesses that keep people miserable and sick when no solutions were to be had from conventional - [In-Office Assessments](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-assessments/) - In-Office Assessments Visit our office to receive a health assessment below! Heart Sound Recorder The HSR is a cardiac stress monitor with a specialized microphone strategically positioned to hear the sounds of the four heart valves. 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Over the past twenty-five years, she - [Initial Full Consultation](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/work-with-us/initial-full-consultation/) - Initial Full Consultation The Initial Consult at Options Naturopathic is the first step towards a holistic wellness journey, providing a comprehensive assessment and personalized health plan. Uncover the Root Causes of Your Health Concerns The Initial Full Consultation is designed for new patients who want to develop a comprehensive plan to address one or more - [Body Code​](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/body-code/) - Body Code​ The Body Code is a roadmap to healing based in deep study of the human body, time-tested ancient practices, and the unlimited power of the subconscious mind. Sometimes also referred to as “Emotion Code”, it is a revolutionary energy balancing system, intended to uncover the root causes of discomfort, sickness, and suffering in the - [Dr. Patrick Healey](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/dr-patrick-healey/) - Instagram Facebook-f Youtube Request a Consult Dr. Patrick Healey Patrick Healey was born and raised in California before his family moved back to Ohio. His mother had a strong appreciation for healthier living leading to a significant influence on young Patrick. This especially came to light during his teenage years when he took an interest - [Cancer Support](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/cancer-support/) - Cancer Support All of our providers are Terrain Certified Practitioners under Dr. Nasha Winters and the Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health. Under this method of practice, we evaluate 10 key areas of well-being from Dr. Nasha’s book, “The Metabolic Approach to Cancer“. This type of healing and evaluation alludes to the teaching of Gérard Guéniot who mastered and - [Craniosacral](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-therapies/craniosacral/) - Craniosacral Therapy Addressing a myriad of complaints and musculoskeletal aches and pains, cranio work is excellent for settling the body. Julia Smith, BCST Unlike more conventional intervention-based therapies, Biodynamic Craniosacral work supports a deep experience of the health that is available to all of us at the heart of stillness. Dr. Erin put this beautifully - [OM Program](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/healing-programs/om-program/) - OM Program Recommended for…anyone experiencing physical or emotional discomforts 🕉️ OPTIMAL MATURATION​ The OM Program strengthens the normal maturation of the human being. We use the program for a number of reasons:Used in both children and adults where development has either been previously disrupted or is currently at risk of being blocked from stress or - [The Metabolic Approach to Cancer](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/about-us/the-metabolic-approach-to-cancer/) - The Metabolic Approach to Cancer The Metabolic Approach to Cancer is a cutting-edge perspective, exploring how diet and lifestyle can impact cancer treatment and prevention. Allow us to empower you on your cancer journey, and together, we’ll forge a path to recovery filled with hope, strength, and unwavering support. Dr. Erin sent of Dr. Nasha: - [Pediatric Wellness](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/work-with-us/pediatric-wellness/) - Pediatric Wellness Dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of infants, children, and adolescents Nurturing Your Child's Wellbeing: A Natural Approach At Options Naturopathic, we offer comprehensive pediatric wellness consultations rooted in the proven principles of naturopathic medicine. We believe in empowering your child’s body to heal and maintain optimal health naturally, prioritizing the root causes - [Check Under Hood](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/work-with-us/check-under-hood/) - Check Under Hood WHAT IS A “CHECK UNDER THE HOOD” CONSULT? We find patients commonly believe they are “healthy”…until they discover they are not! There is truly no way to know if you have underlying health concerns without a thorough analysis of your bloodwork. We see the best outcomes when the patient understands what we - [Oncology](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/work-with-us/oncology/) - Oncology In the field of oncology, dedicated professionals work tirelessly to understand, treat, and support those facing the challenges of cancer with compassion and innovation. Mandatory Greet Consultation All new oncology patients begin with a complimentary consultation with Alyssa, which gathers key background details (cancer type, stage, treatment status) and assesses program suitability across eight - [Services Pricing](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services-pricing/) - Services Pricing Pricing is a reflection of the value we place on products and services, balancing affordability, quality, and fair exchange. Main Services Healing Programs To establish your child with our practice and/or receive a wellness check. $250 Specialty Testing To review your life history and/or most recent labs. $250 CoCreative Consciousness Circles For those - [Free E-Book](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/free-e-book/) - Free E-Book DISCOVER THE OPTIONS PROCESS! Get a FREE eBOOK detailing our approach to Wholistic healing when you sign up to stay informed! 🌿 Naturopathic education 🌿 Practitioner trainings 🌿 Upcoming events 🌿 Webinars & more! Enter your email address to download our E-Book - [Dr. Laura Cahill Sleggs](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/dr-laura-cahill-sleggs/) - Instagram Facebook-f Youtube Apply for a Consult Dr. Laura Cahill Sleggs Dr. Laura worked at Options over ten years ago and is now re-joining our team! As tele-health has become more universally utilized, Dr. Laura is able to reconnect with our office and with you!Dr. Laura began practicing as a Naturopathic Doctor in 2007. She - [PEMF (BEMER)](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-therapies/pemf-bemer/) - PEMF (BEMER) We offer in-office sessions and rentals of Pulsed Electromagnetic Therapy (PEMF) with the state-of-the-art Bemer mat. Bemer PEMF Therapy BEMER devices use a pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) to deliver a patented bio-rhythmically defined therapeutic signal. The BEMER signal helps improve the impaired pumping movements (vasomotion) of the smallest vessels (microcirculation) to promote needs-based - [Hydrotherapy](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-therapies/hydrotherapy-2/) - Hydrotherapy Unique to naturopathic medicine, this alternating hot and cold therapy serves in both acute and chronic illness. What is Hydrotherapy? Fundamental to the original tenants of naturopathic medicine, this therapy involving alternating hot and cold towels to the torso is a way to kickstart the immune system by increasing blood circulation. This profound and - [EMF Reboot](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-therapies/emf-reboot/) - EMF Reboot A relaxing 30-minute reset for when you’re feeling wired and tired! Features nervous system balancing, circulatory detox, and whole-body harmonization. Electromagnetic Reboot &Re-Harmonization Program Fundamentally, all matter can be reduced to electromagnetism. The polarity between positive and negative charges and flowing electrons is the sum total of YOU; an electromagnetic being, energy in - [Ultrasound](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-assessments/ultrasound/) - Ultrasound An in-office therapy to provide pain relief, reduce inflammation, and improve joint mobility. Therapeutic Ultrasound More than half of all people in the United States go to the doctor with complaints of pain; be it from acute injury, chronic overuse, or both. At Options Naturopathic, we offer several potent in-office treatments to address both - [Heart Sound Recorder](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-assessments/heart-sound-recorder/) - Heart Sound Recorder The HSR is a cardiac stress monitor with a specialized microphone strategically positioned to hear the sounds of the four heart valves. Certain types of heart stress can be monitored by visualizing the rate, rhythm, and tone of the heart cycle. As a result, the heart’s reaction to certain stressors (i.e. chemical, - [Naturopathic Medicine](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/about-us/naturopathic-medicine/) - Naturopathic Medicine Naturopathic Medicine is a holistic and integrative approach to healthcare, emphasizing the body’s innate healing abilities, natural therapies, and patient-centered care. Naturopathic medicine is a unique healing modality built upon the premise of using nature as the primary guide. Naturopathic Medicine Acute Illness Is Not The Enemy! Acute Illness Is Not the Enemy. - [Work With Us](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/work-with-us/) - Work With Us Consults at Options Naturopathic are your personalized path to well-being, where experienced practitioners guide and empower you on your health journey. - [Discovery Consult](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/discovery-consult/) - Discovery Consult Is Options Naturopathic the Right Fit for Your Needs? Discover Options Naturopathic: Empowering Your Wellness Journey Are you searching for a healthcare approach that’s as unique as you are? Welcome to a world of personalized wellness at Options Naturopathic, where we’re committed to helping you uncover the keys to your optimal health. Our - [Contact Us](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/contact-us/) - Contact Us Contact Us for any inquiries or assistance, and our team will be glad to provide the information or support you need. Address 2460 Fairmount Blvd Suite #202Cleveland Heights, OH 44118, USA Follow Us Facebook-f Instagram Youtube - [Mindful Market](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/mindful-market/) - Mindful Market The GetHealthy Store is your wellness emporium, offering a curated selection of products to support your journey towards a healthier lifestyle. Shop With Intention High-Quality Wellness Essentials at the Mindful Market Options Naturopathic understands that everyone’s needs are unique. That’s why we’ve created the Mindful Market, a curated collection of trusted and effective - [Regulation Thermography](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/in-office-assessments/regulation-thermography/) - Regulation Thermography As a dynamic, whole-body assessment Regulation Thermometry is an excellent starting point to see systemic derangement in bodily functions. Regulation Thermography Our providers offer a unique look into the overall function of multiple organ systems and tissues with the Regulation Thermography equipment.As Dr. Erin’s mentor, Dr. Gerard Gueniot put it, self-cure is equivalent - [Healing Programs](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/services/healing-programs/) - Healing Programs Options Naturopathic’s healing programs offer a transformative journey towards optimal health, uniting natural therapies, personalized guidance, and holistic well-being. Corrective Healing Program Dissolve and repair energetic blockages, heal from past experiences and reintroduce corrective information in a gentle and slow method that can be done at home, in your own time, and in - [Terrain Medicine](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/about-us/terrain-medicine/) - Terrain Medicine Terrain Medicine is a holistic approach to health that focuses on strengthening the body’s internal terrain, promoting wellness, and preventing disease. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/uncategorized/) - [Naturopathic Medicine](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/naturopathic-medicine/) - [Terrain medicine](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/terrain-medicine/) - [The Guéniot Definition](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/the-gueniot-definition/) - [Raising Self Awareness](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/raising-self-awareness-2/) - [HOMEOPATHICS & SUPPLEMENTS](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/homeopathics-supplements/) - [Home Self Care](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/home-self-care/) - [Others](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/others/) - [Cancer](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/cancer/) - [Diathesis](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/diathesis/) - [The Terrain Ten - The Key Interlinking Areas of Wellness](https://www.optionsnaturopathic.com/category/terrain-medicine/theterrainten/) - In this ten-part series, Dr. Erin Holston Singh, N.D. will introduce methods of healing grounded in both natural law and modern science. 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