Find a Naturopathic Doctor in Boston, MA
Boston is one of the world's great medical cities — home to Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, and dozens of teaching hospitals. But when it comes to naturopathic medicine, Massachusetts is an important exception: the state does not license naturopathic doctors, which affects what ND-trained practitioners can offer here.
Massachusetts Does Not License Naturopathic Doctors
Practitioners listed here may hold ND degrees from accredited naturopathic medical schools, but Massachusetts does not grant them the Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (LND or ND) credential. In MA, practitioners with ND degrees typically operate as health coaches, wellness consultants, or nutritional advisors — not as licensed healthcare providers. They cannot diagnose medical conditions or prescribe within a licensed ND scope. Always verify credentials and ask clearly about their scope of practice before engaging.
Dr. BreAnna Guan, ND
Dr. BreAnna Guan
Boston Holistic Health Center, PC, ND
Boston Holistic Health Center, PC
Wellfit Studio: Acupuncture & Integrative Health, ND
Wellfit Studio: Acupuncture & Integrative Health
Aum Healing Center, ND
Aum Healing Center
Dr. Jacqueline S. Yang, Naturopathic Doctor, ND
Dr. Jacqueline S. Yang, Naturopathic Doctor
Smarta Functional Medicine, ND
Smarta Functional Medicine
Keri Layton, ND, ND
Keri Layton, ND
Giordano Holistic Wellness Center, ND
Giordano Holistic Wellness Center
Central Square Health and Wellness, ND
Central Square Health and Wellness
Path to Whole Health, ND
Path to Whole Health
Whole Minded Health, ND
Whole Minded Health
New England Integrated Health, ND
New England Integrated Health
Inspired Thought Integrative and Holistic Therapies, ND
Inspired Thought Integrative and Holistic Therapies
Uplifting Health & Wellness Uma V Dhanabalan MD MPH FAAFP MRO CMS, ND
Uplifting Health & Wellness Uma V Dhanabalan MD MPH FAAFP MRO CMS
Harvard Square Community Acupuncture, ND
Harvard Square Community Acupuncture
MedWell Health and Wellness Centers, ND
MedWell Health and Wellness Centers
Read Weaver Schusky, ND, ND
Read Weaver Schusky, ND
Ilana Margalit Acupuncture & Nourishment Counseling, ND
Ilana Margalit Acupuncture & Nourishment Counseling
Five Journeys, ND
Five Journeys
A Dose of Grace, ND
A Dose of Grace
Alternatives to a Licensed ND in Boston
Telehealth With a Licensed ND in a Neighboring State
Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire all license naturopathic doctors. Massachusetts residents can legally access telehealth appointments with licensed NDs in these states — receiving the full scope of ND care including lab ordering and treatment within the ND's licensed scope. This is the most direct path to licensed naturopathic care for Boston-area residents.
Integrative and Functional Medicine in Boston
Boston's major hospital systems — Massachusetts General, Brigham and Women's, Beth Israel Deaconess — all have integrative medicine programs staffed by MDs and DOs with training in lifestyle and functional medicine. These providers can offer many of the services patients seek from NDs while practicing within full medical licensure.
Certified Functional Medicine Practitioners
Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)-trained practitioners in the Boston area include MDs, DOs, RDs, and other licensed providers who take a root-cause, systems-based approach similar to naturopathic medicine. Search the IFM provider finder for Boston-area certified practitioners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are naturopathic doctors licensed in Massachusetts?
No. Massachusetts does not license naturopathic doctors. Practitioners with ND degrees in MA cannot use the title 'Licensed Naturopathic Doctor' and do not hold state-granted prescribing authority or diagnostic scope. They may practice as health coaches, wellness consultants, or under other credentials. This is an important distinction from the 25+ states where NDs are fully licensed healthcare providers.
Can I see a naturopathic doctor in Boston even though MA does not license them?
Yes, with important caveats. Some practitioners with ND degrees operate in Massachusetts as health coaches, nutritionists, or wellness consultants. They can provide lifestyle guidance, nutritional support, and health coaching — but they cannot diagnose medical conditions, order labs as NDs, or prescribe within a licensed ND scope. If you need licensed ND care, telehealth with a licensed ND in Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, or New Hampshire is a practical option for Massachusetts residents.
What states near Boston license naturopathic doctors?
All four states bordering Massachusetts license NDs: Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire all have naturopathic licensing. New Hampshire is particularly accessible from the greater Boston area. Connecticut has a large licensed ND community. A Massachusetts resident can legally see a licensed ND via telehealth from any of these neighboring states.
What's the best alternative to a naturopathic doctor in Massachusetts?
Boston has a strong integrative medicine community even without ND licensure. Options include: integrative medicine MDs/DOs at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's, and Beth Israel Deaconess who practice functional and lifestyle medicine; certified functional medicine practitioners (IFM-trained); licensed nutritionists (Massachusetts licenses registered dietitians); and telehealth with a licensed ND in a neighboring state. For patients wanting the full scope of licensed ND care, telehealth with a CT, ME, VT, or NH ND is often the most practical path.