Types of Holistic Practitioners
From naturopathic doctors to yoga therapists — understand what each type of practitioner does and who they're best for.
Regulated Practitioners
LicensedNaturopathic Doctor
Whole-person primary-care style natural medicine
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Full physician care + hands-on musculoskeletal treatment (OMM)
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Complex chronic issues / root-cause workups (often lab-driven)
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Pain, stress regulation, nausea, headaches, fertility support
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Spine/joint mechanics + nerve/muscle pain patterns
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Nutrition with strong clinical grounding (especially for medical conditions)
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Muscle pain, tension, recovery, relaxation
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Trauma, anxiety, stress stored in the body
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Whole-person nursing + patient education + supportive therapies
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UnregulatedAyurvedic Practitioner
Traditional whole-lifestyle approach (diet, routine, herbs, mind-body)
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Plant-based support (often alongside other care)
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Individualized symptom pattern approach
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Behavior change + anxiety/brain-body symptoms
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Relaxation, stress reduction, supportive care
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Condition-specific movement + breath + nervous system regulation
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Relaxation + symptom relief (mostly supportive)
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Gentle bodywork for tension and nervous system calming
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