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Specialized Programs
Dr. Khara Lucius is a licensed Doctor of Naturopathic
Medicine.
As with all client services provided at Bedford
Counseling Associates,
Dr. Lucius provides naturopathic treatment under the supervision
of our Medical Director. This service integrates naturopathic medicine with traditional behavioral health as described in the Naturopathic Medicine Integration Manual which was developed through funds from the Ittleson Foundation.
Naturopathic Medicine is an
approach to health care that blends centuries old, natural
therapies with current advances in the study of health and
human systems. Naturopathic Medicine concentrates on whole patient
wellness--tailoring treatment to the individual and
emphasizing prevention and self care, with a primary goal
of building health.
Naturopathic doctors are trained to treat
a wide range of health problems. Services provided by Dr. Lucius at Bedford Counseling
Associates are focused on addressing mental health issues,
to improve quality of life.
- Clinical Nutrition and Vitamin/Mineral
Therapies are the cornerstone of naturopathic medicine.
Clinical nutrition refers to the therapeutic use of food
and diet to maintain health & treat illness. Research
has shown that many conditions can be treated more effectively
with food and nutritional supplements and with fewer complications
and side effects.
- Botanical Medicine involves
the use of plants as medicines. Many natural plant substances
have powerful medicines that are safe and effective when
used properly, often address a variety of problems simultaneously,
and can sometimes be superior to synthetic drugs.
“THE FOCUS
OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE
IS ON THE WHOLE PATIENT:
BUILDING HEALTH, ACHIEVING WELLNESS
AND INCREASING QUALITY OF LIFE”
Naturopathic medicine has been proven effective
in treating many conditions including attention deficit disorder,
depression, and anxiety.
It can also be used to support and improve nutritional
health during recovery from substance and alcohol abuse.
Naturopathic therapies can be effectively and
safely used to treat individuals of all ages, including children.
As every individual is unique, Dr. Lucius will
perform a comprehensive evaluation. This includes an assessment
of how the physical systems within your body interact with
your mental well-being and what factors can be addressed to
improve your total wellness.
Dr. Lucius creates a customized treatment plan
for each client. Follow up visits are scheduled as needed
and vary for each individual.
To request a telephone consultation with Dr. Lucius, please call:
(603) 623-1916
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