Welcome

At Natural Integrative Healthcare, I view health as more than just the absence of disease.  When you are healthy, your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual life is optimal.  My goal is to help you achieve your optimum state of health.  I look forward to working with you!

Naturopathic Medicine

A distinct primary health care profession, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that encourage individuals’ inherent self-healing process.

Services & Treatments

  • Biochemical Individuality
  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Botanical Medicine
  • Lifestyle Counseling
  • Patient Advocacy

Our Practice

At Natural Integrative Healthcare I view health as more than just the absence of disease. When you are healthy, your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual life is optimal. My goal is to help you achieve your optimum state of health. I look forward to working with you!

Meet Dr. Diefenbach

Dr. Patricia Diefenbach received her Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. She has a Master of Science in Integrative Health Science; and a Bachelor of Arts in Language with concentrations in German and Mandarin from the University of York, England. She is also a Certified Nutrition Specialist® Professional and a Certified Personal Trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).

My Philosophy

  • I focus on health and preventive care and choose safe and effective natural therapies – I believe that a healthy lifestyle and proactive medical care prevent disease.
  • I review your entire medical health history to discover the cause of your complaint and the root of your symptoms.
  • I use the best tools from both conventional and alternative medicine.
  • I respect that you are a whole person – body, mind, and spirit and I support you in achieving balance.
  • I keep “care” in healthcare. This means that I treat you like I would want to be treated.
  • I address a wide spectrum of health concerns for all ages, with a special emphasis on gastrointestinal health and nutrition, eating disorders, autism, PTSD, PCOS, diabetes, and healthy aging.
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 Office Location

1900 Mount Vernon Avenue, Suite 206

Alexandria, VA 22301

Note: Parking is available at the side of the building.

 

Contact Dr. Diefenbach at:

Phone: (703) 609-8717

Fax: (571) 407-3311  

Email: dr.patricia@naturalintegrativehealthcare.com

Website: www.naturalintegrativehealthcare.com

Office Hours:

 Monday                                      10:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday                                      10:30 am - 4:30 pm          

Thursday                                    10:30 am - 4:30 pm

Friday                                         10:30 am - 4:30 pm

1st Saturday  of every month    10 am  - 2 pm   

Cancellation Policy
Effective January 1, 2021: For any visits (in office, telehealth or telephone) cancelled with less than 24 hour notice the client will be charged the full amount of the scheduled visit fee.