Chronic Illness Care in NW Portland, Oregon

Living with a chronic illness often feels exhausting and isolating. Many patients come to me after trying every conventional option they’ve been offered, yet they still feel worn down, foggy, irritable, or simply “not themselves.” Even when they know that certain lifestyle changes might help, they feel stuck. They want a path forward but don’t know how to begin.

At Portland Holistic Medicine, I blend naturopathic care, Chinese medicine, and mind-body approaches to support people who are ready to feel better but need a partner to help them get there. I use supportive therapies such as acupuncture, homeopathy, nutritional counseling, and emotional balancing to help remove the blocks that get in the way of healing and better self-care. This combination often allows people to shift out of long-standing patterns and finally experience meaningful relief.

Chronic illnesses rarely come from a single cause. Conditions like chronic fatigue, migraines, autoimmune disorders, and long-standing digestive issues usually involve many layers, from hormone imbalance to stress, nutrient depletion, infections, trauma, or environmental triggers. That’s why I focus on understanding each patient’s complete picture. Diagnostic testing, targeted treatment plans, energetic medicine, and supportive lifestyle changes all work together to restore balance.

Whenever helpful, I collaborate with primary care providers, specialists, and other practitioners to ensure you receive comprehensive, well-coordinated care. My goal is to treat the whole person—not just the diagnosis—so you can move toward long-term, sustainable health.

I frequently work with patients experiencing chronic conditions in the following areas, and many find significant improvement with a blended naturopathic, Chinese medicine, and mind-body approach:

Mental and Emotional Health

Neurological Concerns

• Migraines, tension headaches, and cluster headaches
• Post-polio syndrome
• Tremors
• Conversion disorder
• Multiple sclerosis
• Epilepsy

Urinary Concerns

• Recurrent urinary tract infections
• Chronic kidney infections

Eating and Weight-Related Issues

• Anorexia and body image challenges
• Obesity

Endocrine and Hormonal Concerns

• Hypothyroidism
• Adrenal fatigue
• Type 2 diabetes
• Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
• Related women’s health concerns

Musculoskeletal and Injury-Related Pain

• Injuries and lingering pain, including motor vehicle accident recovery
• Sprains and strains
• Arthritis
• Frozen shoulder
• Tendonitis
• TMJ pain

General Chronic Illness and Immune Function

• Chronic fatigue, including Epstein-Barr Virus
• Fibromyalgia
• Lupus
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Night sweats and hot flashes
• Seasonal allergies and hay fever
• Anemia

Digestive Health

• IBS and SIBO
• Crohn’s disease
• Food allergies
• Gas, bloating, and heartburn
• Constipation
• Nausea

Cancer Support

• Emotional support
• Nutritional guidance
• Managing chemo and radiation side effects
• Pain reduction

Women’s Health

• PMS, menstrual pain, and menopausal symptoms
• Chronic yeast infections
• Endometriosis
• Infertility
• Uterine fibroids
• PCOS

Support Before and After Surgery

• Preparing the body for healing
• Reducing inflammation and pain
• Restoring strength afterward

Pregnancy and Postpartum Support

• Acupuncture for labor preparation
• Postpartum depression and anxiety
• Nausea
• Anemia

Chest, Ear, and Respiratory Concerns

• Chronic ear infections
• Frequent upper respiratory infections
• Bronchitis
• Chronic cough
• Sinusitis
• Asthma

If you’re living with long-term symptoms and want a practitioner who listens, investigates, and supports the whole person, I’m here to help you take the next step toward feeling well again. My practice here in NW Portland offers a calm, supportive space where you can explore what’s holding your health back and build a plan that actually fits your life.

If you’d like to schedule a visit or learn more, you can reach my office at 503-241-5094.