Best Naturopathic Doctors in Chicago, IL
Chicago has a strong integrative and functional medicine community — but the state of Illinois does not license naturopathic doctors. Here is what that means for your care.
Illinois Does Not License Naturopathic Doctors
Illinois is not among the 25 US jurisdictions where naturopathic medicine is a licensed healthcare profession. The title "naturopath" is unregulated in Illinois — anyone can use it without formal training or oversight. This is not a criticism of the practitioners themselves, but an important consumer protection note.
The good news: Chicago has an excellent community of integrative and functional medicine practitioners — MDs, DOs, and nurse practitioners — who practice root-cause, naturopathic-philosophy medicine with full clinical authority. Neighboring states Minnesota and Wisconsin both license NDs, and many licensed NDs offer telehealth to Illinois residents.
The Real Gut Doctor, ND
Stellaria Natural Health, ND
Gnosis Natural Health, ND
Source Healing, ND
Raby Institute for Integrative Medicine, ND
Integral Alternative Medicine PLLC Chicago, ND
Dr. Stephen Justin Smitherman, ND
Dr. Jane Fresne, Naprapath, ND
Dr. Robin Sallee, ND
WholeHealth Chicago, ND
Finding Quality Integrative Care in Chicago
Chicago's medical community — anchored by Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, University of Chicago Medicine, and Loyola — has increasingly embraced integrative approaches. Several major hospital systems have dedicated integrative medicine programs staffed by MDs and DOs who use functional and naturopathic approaches within a conventional medical framework.
For patients seeking a more independent integrative practice, Chicago has a strong community of functional medicine MDs and NPs in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, River North, and the North Shore suburbs (Evanston, Wilmette, Northbrook). These practitioners typically run comprehensive labs, take extended initial appointments, and build individualized treatment plans — very similar to what a licensed ND would do in a licensed state.
Telehealth with a Licensed ND
If you specifically want a doctor of naturopathic medicine (ND) with accredited naturopathic medical school training, your strongest option is telehealth with an ND licensed in Wisconsin or Minnesota — both neighboring licensed states. These NDs can provide consultations, dietary and supplement protocols, and ongoing guidance for Illinois residents. Because they are not licensed to prescribe in Illinois, prescription-level interventions would need to go through a licensed Illinois provider.
Common Questions
Is naturopathic medicine licensed in Illinois?
No. Illinois does not license NDs. For regulated, licensed naturopathic doctor care, use telehealth with an ND from Wisconsin or Minnesota, or seek a functional medicine MD, DO, or NP in Chicago.
What credentials should I look for in an integrative doctor in Chicago?
Look for MD, DO, or APRN/NP credentials from an Illinois-licensed practitioner. Additional training certifications to look for: Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) Certified Practitioner, board-certified in Integrative Medicine, or ABIHM fellowship. See our full question guide for what to ask before booking.
Can an integrative doctor in Chicago help with hormones?
Yes — functional medicine MDs and NPs in Chicago regularly address thyroid disorders, adrenal fatigue, PCOS, perimenopause, and testosterone concerns. Read our hormone care guide for what to expect from a root-cause approach to hormones.
Find a Naturopathic Doctor Near You
Browse licensed NDs and integrative practitioners across all 25 licensed ND states — or find a telehealth ND who can see you anywhere.