Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Dr. A is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) in the state of Connecticut. She earned her doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine from an accredited, four-year naturopathic medical school, where she completed extensive training in clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, functional lab analysis, diagnostic methods, and lifestyle medicine.

While Georgia does not currently license Naturopathic Doctors, Dr. A provides legally compliant wellness consulting and health coaching services based on her advanced training and experience. Her work is educational, supportive, and designed to empower clients through personalized, non-medical wellness strategies.

We do not bill insurance directly. However, some clients may be able to use their Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for wellness services. We encourage you to check with your plan administrator.

Absolutely. In fact, we encourage all clients to maintain a relationship with their primary care provider. Many of our clients work alongside physicians and specialists while engaging in wellness consulting at IHWC. We’re here to complement—not replace—your medical care by offering functional wellness strategies, lifestyle education, and personalized support to help you feel empowered in your everyday health journey.

Yes. Unlike other practitioners, we limit the amounts of cases we accept in order to provide each individual with the best care and attention as possible. Spots are limited. If you see that there is no availability, always give us a call.

It’s a fair question, and one we welcome. While the term 'natural medicine' can mean many things, the approach I use is evidence-informed, grounded in physiology, and designed to complement—not replace—conventional care

In the U.S., the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health was formed within the National Institutes of Health to test the safety and effectiveness of these treatments. The center has guidelines to help you choose safe treatments that are right for you.  People often use complementary practices along with care from their medical doctor to deal with chronic health problems, treat symptoms, or stay healthy.   

We commonly work in close collaboration with Primary Care Physicians and Medical Specialists of all kinds to meet a person's specific health needs. Talk with your doctor about any complementary health practice, such as ours, that you would like to try. Your doctor can help you manage your health better if he or she has the whole picture about your health. 

No, but herbal medicine is a foundational part of naturopathic education, and Dr.A. often includes it in your wellness guidance. However, her role is not that of a traditional herbalist. We incorporate botanicals into broader lifestyle recommendations, always tailored to your needs.

• We follow all current CDC guidance with regards to disease prevention and transmission.
• Each person fills out an industry standard pre-appointment screening questionnaire. 
• All persons must have their temperature checked, and must be within the normal range before entering the building. 
• We sanitize our air daily by using hospital-grade air sanitizer which kills 99.9% of germs on hard surfaces and air. 
• We use NIOSH-Approved N95 Particulate Filtering face masks.
• We provide NIOSH-Approved N95 Particulate Filtering face masks for indoor appointments.
• Widely recognized and accepted hand sanitizer is available throughout our location.