Naturopathic doctors are clinically trained in a wide variety of medical modalities. Highlights of some of the natural therapies practiced include: 

Clinical Nutrition -- Nutrition and the therapeutic use of foods have always been the cornerstone of naturopathic medicine.  A growing body of scientific knowledge in this area is reflected in numerous professional journals or nutrition and dietary sciences, validating the Naturopathic approach to diet and nutrition.  Many medical conditions can be treated as effectively with foods and nutritional supplements as they can be by any other means, and with fewer complications and side effects.  Naturopaths receive more than 140 classroom hours in clinical nutrition; most medical doctors receive fewer than 20 hours.

Botanical Medicine -- Many plant substances are powerful, gentle, effective medicines with advantages over conventional drugs. They are effective and safe when used properly in the right dose and in proper combinations with other herbs and treatments. Botanical medicines can be prepared in many forms:  teas, tinctures, solid extracts, and capsules. Naturopaths are trained in both the art and science of botanical medicine. 

Homeopathic Medicine --  This powerful system of medicine is more than 200 years old, and is widely accepted in other countries.  Homeopathic medicines, when properly prescribed, effect the body’s “vital force” and strengthen its innate ability to heal.  Homeopathic remedies function on both the physical and emotional levels and seldom have side effects.  Some conditions for which conventional medicine has no effective treatment respond well to homeopathy.

Psychological Counseling -- Mental attitudes and emotional states can be important elements in healing disease.  Naturopaths are trained in various psychological techniques.  Psychological counseling offers support for those exploring the mind/body connection, short-term situational counseling and couples counseling