DR. MONIKA ALLEN, ND, LAc

Naturopathic Doctor / Acupuncturist

Dr. Monika Allen, ND, LAc is a licensed naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist with clinical experience in both Washington and California, practicing since 2010. She is dedicated to a holistic, integrative approach that combines tried and true natural therapies with evidence-based medicine. Dr. Allen provides comprehensive care for children, adults, and seniors, emphasizing education, prevention, and long-term wellness. She collaborates closely with her patients to create individualized treatment plans focused on least-force interventions that deliver lasting results.

 

Fertility and Reproductive Health

Dr. Allen offers specialized care for individuals and couples navigating fertility challenges. She addresses underlying hormonal imbalances, supports natural conception, and complements assisted reproductive technologies like IUI and IVF. Her integrative protocols include acupuncture, herbal medicine, targeted nutrition, and lifestyle guidance to optimize reproductive function and support a healthy pregnancy.

Women’s Health and Hormone Balance

With a deep understanding of women’s physiology across the lifespan, Dr. Allen treats menstrual irregularities, PMS, PCOS, perimenopause, menopause, and thyroid disorders. She is experienced in supporting both natural hormonal balance and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) also referred to as Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT), tailoring treatment to each woman’s unique hormonal profile and health goals.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

Dr. Allen provides safe and personalized HRT for women experiencing symptoms related to hormonal decline in perimenopause and menopause, such as hot flashes, insomnia, mood changes, and fatigue. She monitors lab values and clinical response closely, ensuring optimal dosing and symptom relief while supporting overall endocrine health.

Dermatological and Skin Conditions

Dr. Allen treats a wide range of dermatological conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and chronic rashes. Her approach addresses both the external symptoms and the internal imbalances that often contribute to skin disorders, integrating herbal therapies, functional nutrition, detoxification support, and stress reduction techniques.

Cardiovascular Health

Through a naturopathic lens, Dr. Allen supports cardiovascular wellness by addressing high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and metabolic syndrome. Her treatments focus on reducing inflammation, supporting healthy weight loss, improving circulation, and enhancing heart function using natural therapies such as clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, lifestyle interventions, and mind-body techniques.

Stress and Mental Health Management

Understanding the impact of chronic stress on overall health, Dr. Allen incorporates a range of tools to manage anxiety, burnout, sleep disturbances, and mood imbalances. She uses acupuncture, adaptogenic herbs, nutritional support, and mindfulness strategies to help patients restore balance and build emotional resilience.

Pain Management

Dr. Allen provides non-pharmaceutical solutions for both acute and chronic pain, including back pain, joint pain, migraines, and musculoskeletal conditions. She utilizes acupuncture, cupping, botanical medicine, physical medicine, and anti-inflammatory nutrition to reduce pain, restore function, and improve quality of life.

Digestive Health

Digestive wellness is central to Dr. Allen’s practice. She works with patients experiencing bloating, IBS, acid reflux, food sensitivities, SIBO, and IBD. Her comprehensive approach targets root causes and includes dietary therapy, probiotics, herbal antimicrobials, and gut-healing protocols to restore optimal digestive function.

EDUCATION

DOCTORAL DEGREE IN NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE

Bastyr University Seattle, WA

MASTERS DEGREE IN ACUPUNCTURE

Bastyr University Seattle, WA

CERTIFICATE IN CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE

Bastyr University Seattle, WA

RESIDENCY

Natural Healthcare Northwest Seattle, WA

POST-GRADUATE TRAINING

IV NUTRITIONAL THERAPY FOR PHYSICIANS, IV THERAPY IN ONCOLOGY AND CHRONIC DISEASE

NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF HOMEOPATHY: COURSE OF CYCLES AND SEGMENTS

EXTERNSHIP IN ACUPUNCTURE AND TUINA

ShuGuang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine -Shanghai, China

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

NABNE BOARD CERTIFIED NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR

 

CALE BOARD CERTIFIED ACUPUNCTURIST

 

NCCAOM BOARD CERTIFIED ACUPUNCTURE AND CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE

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