Any valid therapy must be based on a deep understanding of the person as a unique whole.

Areas of Specialization

The Center for Natural Health Care and Healing embraces a range of services from primary care general practice, to acute illness, to continuing programs for chronic ailments. Carol Lourie has particular areas of specialization as listed below, but also treats the broad range of conditions that benefit from a holistic approach.

Clinical nutrition, acupuncture, homeopathy and supplements are the primary modalities utilized in treating the following conditions:

INTEGRATIVE CANCER SUPPORT

The treatment of cancer with traditional Western medicine is very challenging to both the body and psyche. Integrative health care provides support for those undergoing cancer treatment. Acupuncture and homeopathy can be used throughout treatment to relieve the side effects of radiation and chemotherapy. Research has shown that patients who receive acupuncture during their traditional cancer treatment have fewer and less severe side effects and are in better health at the end of their cancer treatment.

Click here to read an article about acupuncture in cancer treatment.

Carol is very aware of the integrative treatment modalities that can be used that will not interfere with your cancer treatment. Once treatment is completed, she is able to help your body recuperate from chemotherapy and radiation. She will provide you with a supplement program that will restore and rebuild your body's vitality.

• Cancer Care and Support
• Surgery Preparation and Recovery
• Supplement Protocol to Sustain Healing

WOMEN'S HEALTH

With all the stresses that women are under these days and the multi-tasking that is expected, it is no wonder that women's health has been affected. The nature of our busy lives creates deficiencies and imbalance in our bodies. Integrative health care enables our bodies to return to their natural healthy state.

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infertility and pregnancy

• Pre-Menstrual Syndrome and Irregular Periods
• PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
• Uterine Fibroids
• Peri-Menopause and Menopausal Changes
• Vaginal Yeast Infections
• Cervical Dysplasia

• Post Partum Fatigue and Depression
• Post Partum Treatment and Recovery
• Nursing Difficulties & Breast Health

FERTILITY ENHANCEMENT

Complementary health care works extremely well with Western medicine and builds health by looking at the whole person. Pre -conception treatment prepares your body by addressing any imbalances prior to pregnancy.

Nutrition is a critical component in any fertility program and working with proper nutrition is especially valuable for fertility and pregnancy. You want to eat organic foods, and less chemicals for pesticides place a chemical burden on your body and make it more difficult to assimilate foods. In addition, dietary changes which coincide with your cycle, can build follicles and keep the lining strong.

Becoming physically, emotionally and spiritually strong creates harmony in your body and provides you with good health so you can take care of your baby.

• Adjunctive Reproductive Fertility Treatment
• Pre-Conception Readiness for Both Partners
• Pregnancy

EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING

As part of her Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Carol worked in both psychiatric hospitals and community mental health programs. She has worked with adults as well as children and teenagers. This experience has given her a deep understanding of the complexity of emotional disease. Homeopathy, acupuncture and the new modality of brain biochemistry testing, in combination with, appropriate psychotherapy can make a huge difference for mental health and well being.

• Mental Health: Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Stress Syndrome
• Insomnia and Sleep Problems
• Grief, Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress

INFANT AND CHILDREN'S HEALTH

Children in our society, from infants to teens, need support at various times in their lives. For infants, this can range from nutritional advice regarding the introduction of solid foods to avoid allergic responses, to treatment for chronic ear infections. For school-aged children, learning and focus issues as well as social stress management can be aided by homeopathic treatment. For teens, anxiety, acne, menstrual and hormonal issues and more can benefit from acupuncture and homeopathy.

If you have questions about your child's vaccination schedule, Carol is able to discuss this with you in detail.

CHRONIC ILLNESS

Carol specifically enjoys working with the complexities of those patients with one or more chronic conditions. She has excellent diagnostic skills and combines those with Functional Medicine testing to identify the root causes of disease. The analysis provided by the Functional Medicine testing provides her with the information to create a customized supplement regime. She has also found the tenets of naturopathy, constitutional homeopathy and acupuncture to be effective in dealing with chronic illness.

OTHER TREATED CONDITIONS

The five tactics of Carol's practice are Classical Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Naturopathy, Functional Medicine, and Clinical Nutrition. Her experience and training provide her with the knowledge of the best combination of modalities to lead you towards health. The following conditions are typical of those that benefit from this approach.

Addiction

• Alcohol & Drugs
• Detox & Rehab
• Smoking Cessation

Allergic Reponses

• Environmental Allergies & Hayfever
• Post Nasal Drip
• Sinus Congestion

Attention and Focus Problems

• Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
• Behavioral Problems
• Learning Disabilities

Autism Spectrum

• Asperger's Syndrome

Auto Immune Diseases

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Epstein-Barr
• Immune Deficiency
• Lyme Disease
• Lupus
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
• Thyroid Disorders
• Graves
• Hashimoto's
• Fibromyalgia
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Chronic Health Issues

• Diabetes
• High Blood Pressure
• High Cholesterol
• Migraine Headaches
• Chronic Pain

Cardiac/Heart Health

• Post-Heart Attack Recovery
• Preventative Heart Health Care

Digestive Health

• Acid Reflux
• Colitis
• Constipation/Diarrhea
• Crohn's Disease
• Food Allergies
• Gluten Intolerance
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Emotional Health

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Fears and Phobias
• Insomnia
• Stress

General Health and Well-Being

• Aging Gracefully
• Cold and Flu Prevention
• Maintaining High Energy for a Busy Life

When the stagnation is dispersed, the energy is able to flow freely.