Dr. Alison Monette, ND, RD
Are you always fatigued, bloated, headachy, falling asleep after lunch, poorly digesting, itchy your eyes, sneezing or tossing and turning at night? Or do you have even more problematic symptoms? Do you feel less than optimal without a solution?
Let’s face it, living healthfully is hard. Eating conveniently, not exercising, staying up too late, that’s all much easier. Unfortunately, poor dietary intake, poor lifestyle, and lack of movement add up…creating the perfect fuel for chronic illness. I have a lot of patients of all ages coming to me feeling the effects of this pattern.
I remember my freshman year in college. Almost immediately, my health shifted. Stomach aches, fatigue, skin breakouts, having to run to the bathroom during a class or work…something was not right! Thankfully, I realized the one significant thing that changed was the large mocha latte I was drinking during my work shifts at Starbucks. Oh could it be? I hate to admit that I was sad to try an experiment of no lattes for a week to see if this would make a difference. Unable to deny it was the cause, I reluctantly gave up dairy. To my surprise, the months passed and spring came around and the chronic seasonal allergies I had been suffering from since childhood went away. No more Claritin, swollen and itchy eyes and no more sneezes!
That’s where my path toward naturopathy and functional medical began. I received a B.S. in dietetics from the University of Connecticut, immediately going on to earn my medical degree at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ, one of the five nationally accredited naturopathic medical schools in this country. I am a nationally board-certified, licensed naturopathic physician and a registered dietitian. I founded Avena Integrative Medical Center, LLC, located in Putnam, CT in 2007.
I am an expert in functional medicine, using a thorough intake process to discover the underlying causes of disease, detailed lab testing and homework which allows me to put together a personalized treatment plan composed of a combination of diet, supplements, botanicals, and lifestyle change to address them. I specialize in prevention and wellness treatments using a whole-systems medical approach that addresses the root causes of chronic illness.
My goal is to empower you to stop managing symptoms and start treating the underlying causes of illness in order to improve your health. My work is deeply informed by my 10+ years of experience working with complicated cases, often the last resort in many patients who have gone without answers.
What are you waiting for? Call today and schedule an appointment with myself or one of my other expert physicians. Subscribe to our email list and follow us on FaceBook to stay in touch.
Let’s face it, living healthfully is hard. Eating conveniently, not exercising, staying up too late, that’s all much easier. Unfortunately, poor dietary intake, poor lifestyle, and lack of movement add up…creating the perfect fuel for chronic illness. I have a lot of patients of all ages coming to me feeling the effects of this pattern.
I remember my freshman year in college. Almost immediately, my health shifted. Stomach aches, fatigue, skin breakouts, having to run to the bathroom during a class or work…something was not right! Thankfully, I realized the one significant thing that changed was the large mocha latte I was drinking during my work shifts at Starbucks. Oh could it be? I hate to admit that I was sad to try an experiment of no lattes for a week to see if this would make a difference. Unable to deny it was the cause, I reluctantly gave up dairy. To my surprise, the months passed and spring came around and the chronic seasonal allergies I had been suffering from since childhood went away. No more Claritin, swollen and itchy eyes and no more sneezes!
That’s where my path toward naturopathy and functional medical began. I received a B.S. in dietetics from the University of Connecticut, immediately going on to earn my medical degree at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ, one of the five nationally accredited naturopathic medical schools in this country. I am a nationally board-certified, licensed naturopathic physician and a registered dietitian. I founded Avena Integrative Medical Center, LLC, located in Putnam, CT in 2007.
I am an expert in functional medicine, using a thorough intake process to discover the underlying causes of disease, detailed lab testing and homework which allows me to put together a personalized treatment plan composed of a combination of diet, supplements, botanicals, and lifestyle change to address them. I specialize in prevention and wellness treatments using a whole-systems medical approach that addresses the root causes of chronic illness.
My goal is to empower you to stop managing symptoms and start treating the underlying causes of illness in order to improve your health. My work is deeply informed by my 10+ years of experience working with complicated cases, often the last resort in many patients who have gone without answers.
What are you waiting for? Call today and schedule an appointment with myself or one of my other expert physicians. Subscribe to our email list and follow us on FaceBook to stay in touch.
Dr. Anna Licciardo, ND, LAc
Dr. Anna Licciardo is a nationally board-certified, licensed naturopathic physician and licensed acupuncturist trained in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. During her clinical studies, she had the privilege to spend time in China at Liaoning TCM University as well as complete several rotations under Dr. D’Adamo at the Center of Excellence.
Her passion for the human body began with a love of dance at a young age. After completing her BFA in Dance, she studied Pilates, furthering her knowledge of therapeutic movement. This lead to an interest in natural medicine. She completed a postbaccalaureate premedical program while teaching Pilates, modern dance, and ballet.
Her decision to study natural medicine sprang from her amazement at the human body’s adaptability and her desire to help it heal. Nutrition is the foundation of health. It is through nutrition that we can manipulate the delicate mechanics of the body’s physiology. Autoimmune diseases, women’s health, mental health, and other chronic illnesses can all be greatly affected by each individual’s dietary needs and restrictions. Dr. Licciardo believes that optimal health and well being should be accessible to everyone and is dedicated to supporting all of her patients on that journey.
Her passion for the human body began with a love of dance at a young age. After completing her BFA in Dance, she studied Pilates, furthering her knowledge of therapeutic movement. This lead to an interest in natural medicine. She completed a postbaccalaureate premedical program while teaching Pilates, modern dance, and ballet.
Her decision to study natural medicine sprang from her amazement at the human body’s adaptability and her desire to help it heal. Nutrition is the foundation of health. It is through nutrition that we can manipulate the delicate mechanics of the body’s physiology. Autoimmune diseases, women’s health, mental health, and other chronic illnesses can all be greatly affected by each individual’s dietary needs and restrictions. Dr. Licciardo believes that optimal health and well being should be accessible to everyone and is dedicated to supporting all of her patients on that journey.
Dr. Irene Catania, ND, LAc
With over 25 years experience, I know patients seek naturopathic care to understand the reasons why they are not well and to find answers as to how they can achieve their optimal health. They want to be more in control of improving their health and not just rely on drugs for limited symptom relief.
Long before choosing a career as a naturopathic doctor, I knew I wanted to help others become well, physically, mentally, and at the core of their being. I began studying these topics with a passion to understand the human condition and our potential for joy and well-being.
This journey is never-ending and took me through 22 years of college and studies with experts in their field. I received my naturopathic medical degree from Bastyr University in 1994. Natural medicine has shown me the miracles of the human body's potential to heal itself and it always amazes me. I am blessed to have studied with the best and have a constant passion to know more and do more to help my patients.
I have worked with the most challenging conditions including all the chronic diseases, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, autoimmunity, gastrointestinal problems, skin conditions, allergies, immune conditions, anxiety, adrenal and hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue and inflammatory conditions.
Together, you will come to understand your condition and the steps needed to move forward to regain your health.
Long before choosing a career as a naturopathic doctor, I knew I wanted to help others become well, physically, mentally, and at the core of their being. I began studying these topics with a passion to understand the human condition and our potential for joy and well-being.
This journey is never-ending and took me through 22 years of college and studies with experts in their field. I received my naturopathic medical degree from Bastyr University in 1994. Natural medicine has shown me the miracles of the human body's potential to heal itself and it always amazes me. I am blessed to have studied with the best and have a constant passion to know more and do more to help my patients.
I have worked with the most challenging conditions including all the chronic diseases, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, autoimmunity, gastrointestinal problems, skin conditions, allergies, immune conditions, anxiety, adrenal and hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue and inflammatory conditions.
Together, you will come to understand your condition and the steps needed to move forward to regain your health.
Dr. Alyssa Kirby Horowitz, ND
Dr. Alyssa Kirby is a Biochemist turned Naturopathic Doctor. Through her degree in Biochemistry, she acquired a deep understanding of the world of science and the body’s complex inner workings. Ever curious and inherently fuelled by the passion to help heal, she eventually landed herself in the world of Pharmacy.
Dr. Alyssa Kirby saw, and could ultimately not unsee, how we, as a society, consume pills almost as thoughtlessly as we drink water. It seemed that there was never an alternative; the decision was immediately either Tylenol or Advil. But what about diet? What about lifestyle? She began asking questions— and didn’t stop.
These questions are eventually what led Dr. Alyssa Kirby to discover the world of Naturopathic Medicine. Since then, health and wellness have been her driving force. She spent the last 5 years dedicated to learning fact from fiction when it comes to healthcare and the endless “wellness” information on the internet.
Combining the most up-to-date natural approaches, from foods to herbs and supplements, to mind-body approaches, Dr. Alyssa Kirby’s mission is simple: to empower you on your way to health- whether you are staying healthy, or getting well. It is her belief that bodies have the ability to heal beyond what we have ever been led to believe, and it is her life’s passion to prove it through natural healing.
Dr. Alyssa Kirby saw, and could ultimately not unsee, how we, as a society, consume pills almost as thoughtlessly as we drink water. It seemed that there was never an alternative; the decision was immediately either Tylenol or Advil. But what about diet? What about lifestyle? She began asking questions— and didn’t stop.
These questions are eventually what led Dr. Alyssa Kirby to discover the world of Naturopathic Medicine. Since then, health and wellness have been her driving force. She spent the last 5 years dedicated to learning fact from fiction when it comes to healthcare and the endless “wellness” information on the internet.
Combining the most up-to-date natural approaches, from foods to herbs and supplements, to mind-body approaches, Dr. Alyssa Kirby’s mission is simple: to empower you on your way to health- whether you are staying healthy, or getting well. It is her belief that bodies have the ability to heal beyond what we have ever been led to believe, and it is her life’s passion to prove it through natural healing.
