About

Concierge Slow Medicine for Young Families in Issaquah

Slow medicine is a philosophy of care that emphasizes a deep understanding of the whole person – their physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual health – within the context of their family and community. It’s about slowing down to truly listen, observe, and collaborate with patients to develop personalized, holistic treatment plans.

For young families, slow medicine is a compassionate and empowering approach. It recognizes that each family is unique, with its own rhythms, challenges, and strengths. As a naturopathic doctor, I partner with families to uncover the root causes of health concerns, rather than just treating symptoms. This might involve exploring lifestyle factors, nutrition, environmental influences, and even family dynamics.

Here’s what slow medicine looks like in my practice:

Unhurried visits

We take the time to get to know your family, your concerns, and your goals. This allows for a thorough assessment and a deeper connection.

Family-centered care

We recognize the interconnectedness of family health. We often involve multiple family members in discussions and treatment plans, understanding that everyone plays a role in each other’s well-being.

Focus on prevention

We emphasize healthy habits, nutrition, and lifestyle choices that support long-term wellness for the whole family.

Integrative therapies

We utilize a wide range of naturopathic and conventional medicine therapies such as naturopathic manipulative adjustments, botanical medicine, nutraceuticals and drug repurposing to name a few to help find balance and address health concerns gently and effectively.

Collaboration

We work with you as a team, empowering you to make informed decisions about your family’s health and actively participate in your healing journey.
Slow medicine isn’t just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about nurturing health and resilience so that your family can thrive. It’s about cultivating a deeper understanding of your bodies and minds, and empowering you to create a healthier future together.

We encourage our patients to actively participate in their healthcare.

We’re passionate about not only including parents in the journey but looking to them as active participants and advocates for their children. Through dedicated time, education and collaboration, we empower parents to act from a place of knowledge and confidence to care for their children.

The mission of Hands On Natural Medicine is to embrace all aspects of medicine and use the modalities which best suit our patient’s needs. Dr. Ghormley’s vast medical experience allows her to pull first-hand experience from many modalities to inform her individualized treatment plan. Our goal is to treat each patient in an individualized manner, empower patients through education, investigate the underlying cause of their issue/disease or illness, and strongly advocate preventive measures. We believe that addressing pediatric issues helps to build a strong foundation for a child to move through their developmental years and into adulthood.

Our practice focuses on the nervous system, airway dysfunctions and overall postural balance to ensure optimal health.