Meet the Team

Allison Novins, ND

Dr. Allison Novins, ND is a graduate of Bastyr University with a degree in Naturopathic Medicine. She is the owner of the Snohomish Naturopathic Clinic in Snohomish, WA. Her practice began primarily Women's Health with a focus on aging gracefully. She has over 10 years of experience treating with Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). Currently, Allison sees men, women and teens as a family practitioner, promoting the use of herbs and lifestyle changes for a variety of ailments. Common issues treated include hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue, auto-immunt challenges, meno and andropause, dermatitis and food allergies. Allison teaches a series of Women's Health classes called "As We Age."

Michelle Torrance, ND, LAc, LMP

Dr. Michelle Torrance, ND, LAc, LMP, is a licensed physician and acupuncturist in Washington State and graduate of Bastyr University. She is a member of both the American and the Washington Associations of Naturopathic Physicians. She continued her post-graduate studies at Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai, China. Her undergraduate degrees came from University of the Pacific, California. Michelle welcomes patients who need a primary care physician or patients who have specific health and wellness concerns. Areas of interest include women's health, adolescence through menopause, family planning, allergies and sensitivities, thyroid dysfunction, digestive issues including reflux and skin conditions. Michelle currently offers IV therapy, Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.

Jonathan Dodds, LAc

Jonathan earned his Masters of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego. He completed further training in Diabetes and Chinese Herbology at the Chengdu University Hospital of TCM in the Sichuan Province of China. Jonathan has undergone extensive training and specializes in the areas of Orthopedic Sports Medicine and pain management. Jonathan is also a highly trained Herbalist and includes the use of Chinese Herbs in his treatments whenever possible.

Linnea Evans, MSW, MA

Linnea, our Office Manager, received a Masters of Social Work and a Masters in International Development in 2002, and promptly began a career in healthcare as a Bilingual Spanish/English Counselor in a women's clinic. Linnea brings a background in management of family planning and women's healthcare clinics to our practice. She manages general operations, and specifically handles billing, referrals and medical records requests. She teaches part time in the Medical Assisting program at Everett Community College, and in her spare time, works in her garden to raise organic edible and medicinal plants, and two hives of honey bees.

Leisha Brown

Leisha, our Medical Assistant, enjoys motivating individuals toward adapting healthy living into their everyday lifestyles. She has over 10 years experience in the health and wellness field and comes to us with a working background in fitness, nutrition, aromatherapy and maternity. Leisha works closely with Dr. Novins and Dr. Torrance, assists with the SNC weight loss program, participates in patient care and provides delightful vitamin b cocktail and lipotropic injections. She enjoys the outdoors with her husband, watching her son play sports and hanging out with her two Boston Terriers, Olive and Otis.

Kristin West

Kristin, our Front Office Coordinator, has a background in real estate, primarily in title and escrow. This experience afforded her priceless knowledge and skills that have transferred to this clinic. Kristin has a passion for natural healing and she provides our patients with exceptional customer service. In her spare time, she spends time at home with her family and enjoys the beautiful outdoors with her Boxer and Doberman.

Mindful Nutrition is a wonderfully informative and thorough overview of how to eat healthy. We learned the basics of nutrition in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Mindful nutrition will give you the tools to succeed whether your goal is to lose weight, choose the most nutritious foods, or understand food labeling and additives. I highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to embrace a healthy, vital, whole food approach to enjoying life.
Sally Abbey, July 14, 2008, Current Patient

Did you know common complaints such as a rash, achy joints or fatigue can be caused by adverse reactions to food? Snohomish Naturopathic Clinic offers food allergy testing through US Biotek. Imperceptible reactions to common foods (such as wheat, dairy or eggs) can intensify your body's reaction to seasonal allergens.

Hormone replacement therapy is a natural solution to menopause symptoms. Bio-identical hormones have the same molecular structure as naturally occuring sex hormones. A combination of progesterone, estrogen, DHEA and/or testosterone may help alleviate common symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, sleeplessness.

Did you know that a naturopathic physician can be listed with your insurance carrier as you primary care provider (PCP)? This will allow us to provide you with well patient care (e.g.; pap smear, well child check, etc.) and refer you to other providers as needed.

Need a pap smear or mammogram, but can't afford the cost? Snohomish Naturopathic Clinic's physicians are both contracted with the Breast and Cervical Health Program of WA to provide free pap smears and breast exams to low income women. Call 360.568.2686 to see if you qualify.

"Bowenwork is a very effective bodywork therapy, where very gentle moves are performed over muscles and soft tissue, stimulating the nervous system to reset and heal. By combining moves the practitioner can either benefit the body as a whole, or target a specific problem." (www.Bowenwork.com)

Many patients elect to do a sequence of IV Therapy while they are in training for a physical fitness event (marathon, swim meet, soccer game), or to help the weekend warriors recover from their exertions! Specific vitamins and minerals are administered to reduce recovery time and muscle fatigue.

Nutrition at SNC! Whether you have digestive issues or food allergies, are interested in weight loss, or just want to learn the basics of healthful eating, you will leave with shopping lists, recipes, handouts to read and sample menu plans that are all tailored to your specific needs.

"Where naturopaths depart from (the familiar medical model) is to respect the symptom, not as a disease, but as a red flag. Treat the underlying cause, and you become well! For example, when you treat hypertension (high blood pressure) with medication, your numbers look better, but you still haven't treated the cause of your hypertension; the medicine is just a bandaid." Dr. Allison Novins, ND in the Lake Stevens Journal

HCG Weight Loss Program: HCG is a hormone naturally produced in the body. It has many functions and is used medically to treat a variety of conditions. During pregnancy, this hormone allows the body to mobilize fat and use it as energy for both mother and fetus; this acts as a "fail-safe" mechanism when energy is needed immediately. For weight loss, we use only a very small amount of HCG to capitalize on this same mechanism. Using HCG in this way does not mimic pregnancy; in fact, it can be safely used by both men and women.

Naturopathic doctors are licensed and board certified in Washington State much like MDs. We are primary care providers and we prescribe medication, draw blood and perform minor surgical procedures. We treat patients for incontinence, fibromyalgia, menopause, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disorders, injuries, anxiety and depression, and fertility issues.

Did you know common complaints such as a rash, achy joints or fatigue can be caused by adverse reactions to food? Snohomish Naturopathic Clinic offers food allergy testing through US Biotek. Imperceptible reactions to common foods (such as wheat, dairy or eggs) can intensify your body's reaction to seasonal allergens.

Hormone replacement therapy is a natural solution to menopause symptoms. Bio-identical hormones have the same molecular structure as naturally occuring sex hormones. A combination of progesterone, estrogen, DHEA and/or testosterone may help alleviate common symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, sleeplessness.

Did you know that a naturopathic physician can be listed with your insurance carrier as you primary care provider (PCP)? This will allow us to provide you with well patient care (e.g.; pap smear, well child check, etc.) and refer you to other providers as needed.

Need a pap smear or mammogram, but can't afford the cost? Snohomish Naturopathic Clinic's physicians are both contracted with the Breast and Cervical Health Program of WA to provide free pap smears and breast exams to low income women. Call 360.568.2686 to see if you qualify.

Many patients elect to do a sequence of IV Therapy while they are in training for a physical fitness event (marathon, swim meet, soccer game), or to help the weekend warriors recover from their exertions! Specific vitamins and minerals are administered to reduce recovery time and muscle fatigue.

Nutrition at SNC! Whether you have digestive issues or food allergies, are interested in weight loss, or just want to learn the basics of healthful eating, you will leave with shopping lists, recipes, handouts to read and sample menu plans that are all tailored to your specific needs.

Through the integration of Acupunture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and modern-day medical diagnostic techniques, it is our goal to help restore your mind, body and spirit to a natural state of equilibrium.

"Where naturopaths depart from (the familiar medical model) is to respect the symptom, not as a disease, but as a red flag. Treat the underlying cause, and you become well! For example, when you treat hypertension (high blood pressure) with medication, your numbers look better, but you still haven't treated the cause of your hypertension; the medicine is just a bandaid." Dr. Allison Novins, ND in the Lake Stevens Journal

HCG Weight Loss Program: HCG is a hormone naturally produced in the body. It has many functions and is used medically to treat a variety of conditions. During pregnancy, this hormone allows the body to mobilize fat and use it as energy for both mother and fetus; this acts as a "fail-safe" mechanism when energy is needed immediately. For weight loss, we use only a very small amount of HCG to capitalize on this same mechanism. Using HCG in this way does not mimic pregnancy; in fact, it can be safely used by both men and women.

Naturopathic doctors are licensed and board certified in Washington State much like MDs. We are primary care providers and we prescribe medication, draw blood and perform minor surgical procedures. We treat patients for incontinence, fibromyalgia, menopause, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disorders, injuries, anxiety and depression, and fertility issues.

Did you know common complaints such as a rash, achy joints or fatigue can be caused by adverse reactions to food? Snohomish Naturopathic Clinic offers food allergy testing through US Biotek. Imperceptible reactions to common foods (such as wheat, dairy or eggs) can intensify your body's reaction to seasonal allergens.

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