Dr. A

A picture of Dr. A in front if a garden bed

My full name is Mikaela Arredondo and my heritage is Mexican-American. My last name can be difficult to pronounce so please feel free to call me "Dr. A".

I am a board certified Naturopathic Doctor and I graduated from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), the oldest accredited naturopathic medical university in North America and one of the most respected in the world. In addition to my doctorate degree, I spent three years studying integrative mental health with techniques focusing on the mind-body connection and I love to incorporate those techniques into my practice.

The modalities I use are clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, targeted nutraceuticals, specialty laboratory testing, bodywork/massage, lifestyle modifications, flower essences, and when absolutely needed pharmaceutical medications.

I specialize in chronic infections and illnesses, Women's Health, Gastrointestinal health, mental health, and primary care. I see patients ages 13 and up. My approach is a combination of conventional and evidence-based natural medicine, which is the intention behind the clinic's name "integrative".

I am professionally certified in Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage. It is a specific bodywork technique to address a wide range of complaints. Please visit the site linked above for more information.

I am a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP), Maine Association of Naturopathic Doctors (MAND), Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Doctors (GastroANP), International Lyme and Associated Disease (ILADS), Institute of Women's Health and Integrative Medicine, Endocrinology Associates of Naturopathic Medicine (EndoANP), The Menopause Society, Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians (PsychANP), and Naturopathic Medicine Institute (NMI).

I am originally from Bryan, Texas. In my free time I enjoy reading a good sci-fi/fantasy book, hiking through the woods, trail running, playing soccer, cheering on the women's national soccer team, playing board games, and spending time with my family and friends.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Cellular Biology Pre-Medicine and Psychology from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, TX. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR. Additional education at NUNM consisting of three years of Integrative Mental Health studies. Certifications in Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage with the Arvigo Institute; Pelvic Floor Therapy with Dr. Kathryn Kloos, ND in Portland, OR.