Signature Offering with Dr. Carolyn Nygaard
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Finally get answers for what is going on with your body and why.

Our Signature Offering at Naturopathic by Design™ is a 6-month 1:1 program where you’ll work with our expert naturopathic physicians to heal your hormones and health.

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BECAUSE THE TRUTH IS…

Hormonal health means more than just surviving your period or getting through menopause.

When your hormones aren’t happy, you might also have…

IRREGULAR PERIODS
LOW LIBIDO OR PAINFUL SEX
HOT FLASHES AND NIGHT SWEATS
FERTILITY CONCERNS
PERIMENOPAUSE/MENOPAUSE CONCERNS
ADRENAL AND THYROID DYSFUNCTION
BLOATING OR OTHER GUT PROBLEMS
DIFFICULTY CONCENTRATING
BRAIN FOG
ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, OR IRRITABILITY
SLEEP DISTURBANCES
WEIGHT CHANGES OR WEIGHT LOSS RESISTANCE
UNHEALTHY SKIN OR NAILS
DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS
HEARTBURN
JOINT PAINS
MIGRAINE HEADACHES
SKIN ISSUES
UNEXPLAINED SYMPTOMS

You probably know on an intuitive level that everything you’re experiencing is connected.

You'll be supported by a team of compassionate professionals

We are a naturopathic team with a focus on hormonal health at all stages of life. We have an eye for medical research but also an openness to intuition—truly bridging the gap between natural healing and modern science.

In our Signature Offering program, you will work closely with Carolyn Nygaard, ND. You will also have access to support from a registered nurse (RN). Dr. Corina Dunlap oversees our Signature Offering program to ensure you receive the highest quality of care.

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Meet Dr. Carolyn Nygaard

Dr. Carolyn Nygaard is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND) and midwife. Bringing 16 years of experience in primary care and midwifery to our practice, she has expertise in supporting women at all stages—including preconception, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause. She is also skilled in making sense of autoimmune conditions, thyroid disease, adrenal dysfunction, metabolic health, and more. Dr. Nygaard is a clinician, researcher, and educator.

 

It’s the solution you never knew existed.

Our Signature Offering is truly unique.

We start with comprehensive labs and specialty testing. These tests are more thorough than anything you’ve probably ever had—to assess nutrient levels, blood sugar regulation, sex hormones, stress hormones, food sensitivities, gut health, and more.

Treatment is then individualized to you.

We aim to use the gentlest and most natural therapies possible but will prescribe medications (including bioidentical hormone replacement therapy) if it’s a good fit for you.

No more generic protocols.
No more mindless prescriptions.
No more fragmented care.
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What our patients are saying...

Dr Nygaard is truly a rare find. As a woman in my 50s, I’ve been amazed at how her thoughtful approach to hormone balancing and her dedication to uncovering the root cause of issues have helped me feel as mentally and physically fit as I did years ago

-JM

Dr Nygaard is by far the most attentive and caring Doctor I've ever seen. She pours her heart and soul into her patients, you can tell that she genuinely cares about you, you're never just another chart or number. She is always willing to take the time to hear you, dig a little deeper, and help connect the dots regarding what's going on with your health.

-AC

I am genuinely grateful to have found Dr. Nygaard. When I met her, I felt an overwhelming sense of trust and comfort. She takes the time to understand my concerns and provides solutions that address not just the symptoms, but the root causes of my health challenges. Dr. Nygaard’s expertise in women’s health, combined with her genuine compassion and dedication, has been a game changer for me.

-NL

About Your Visits

Introduction to Care
Get set up for lab work, complete health history questionnaire, and more.
Virtual with RN 

Initial Visit Comprehensive Health Analysis (60 minutes)

Initial Lab Results Review + Custom Wellness Plan Delivery (75 minutes)
Includes lifestyle, exercise, dietary, and supplement plan (in the form of targeted botanicals, nutrients, or amino acids). If deemed necessary, pharmaceutical prescriptions and/or recommendations for additional medical services or testing add-ons may be included (see below).
Virtual visit

Accountability Check-In (30 minutes)
1 month after wellness plan
Virtual visit 

Follow-up Visits (30 minutes each)
Health Optimization: follow-up at 3 and 6 months
Virtual visits 

Check-Ins (as needed throughout care)
Direct messaging or phone call

Lab Testing

Included Specialty Tests Recommended in Your Care:

  • GI Map: Microbiome testing with GI infection panel by Diagnostic Solutions
  • NeuroAdrenal: HPA axis assessment through a 4-point salivary cortisol and urinary neurotransmitter and histamine test by Doctor's Data
  • Celiac & Gluten Sensitivity: If the patient is currently consuming gluten by Doctor's Data

Once you begin care, you and your provider can discuss whether there are any other specialty tests worth adding. Optional add-on tests can include food allergies and sensitivities, heavy metals, organic acids, and other environmental toxicants.

Additional Local Tests
All other labs will be ordered through a conventional lab in your local area (such as LabCorp). While these can often be run through insurance, you may receive partial bills directly from the lab for anything not covered in full. These labs include:

  • CBC
  • Iron Total and TIBC
  • Ferritin
  • CMP
  • Vitamin D
  • Hemoglobin A1c
  • Insulin (fasting)
  • GGT
  • Lipid Panel
  • Vitamin B12 and Folate
  • Zinc RBC
  • Magnesium RBC
  • FSH & LH (cycle day 1-4)
  • Estradiol
  • Progesterone (cycle day 19-24)
  • Thyroid Panel (TSH, ft4, ft3, Total T3)
  • Thyroid Antibodies
  • Prolactin
  • IgA
  • Total Testosterone
  • DHEA - Sulfate
  • AM Cortisol

Depending on your health history and specific situation, the doctor may opt to order additional labs as indicated.

Comprehensive Care

Additional Services & Value
Our Signature Offering is structured to be a comprehensive health plan that gives you priority access to the doctor and makes it as convenient as possible for you to improve your health. The following services are included:

  • Direct messaging through a HIPAA-compliant platform
  • No wait or minimal wait appointments
  • In person or virtual appointments
  • Coordinated care with other providers and practices
  • 15% discount on professional-grade supplements

The value to your health and happiness is priceless!

This is truly a concierge service bringing you the highest quality naturopathic care.

About Your Visits

Introduction to Care
Get set up for lab work, complete health history questionnaire, and more.
Virtual with RN 

Initial Visit Comprehensive Health Analysis (60 minutes)
Virtual or in-person by request at Portland, ME office

Initial Lab Results Review + Custom Wellness Plan Delivery (75 minutes)
Includes lifestyle, exercise, dietary, and supplement plan (in the form of targeted botanicals, nutrients, or amino acids). If deemed necessary, pharmaceutical prescriptions and/or recommendations for additional medical services or testing add-ons may be included (see below).
Virtual visit

Accountability Check-In (30 minutes)
1 month after wellness plan
Virtual visit 

Follow-up Visits (30 minutes each)
Health Optimization: follow-up at 3 and 6 months
Virtual visits 

Check-Ins (as needed throughout care)
Direct messaging or phone call

Lab Testing

Included Specialty Tests Recommended in Your Care:

  • GI Map: Microbiome testing with GI infection panel by Diagnostic Solutions
  • Food Allergy and Sensitivities: 96 IgG Antibodies and 44 IgE Antibodies by US Biotek
  • Celiac & Gluten Sensitivity: If the patient is currently consuming gluten by Doctor's Data

Once you begin care, you and your provider can discuss whether there are any other specialty tests worth adding. Optional add-on tests can include diurnal salivary cortisol, urinary metabolites, heavy metals, organic acids, and other environmental toxicants.

Additional Local Tests
All other labs will be ordered through a conventional lab in your local area (such as LabCorp). While these can often be run through insurance, you may receive partial bills directly from the lab for anything not covered in full. These labs include:

  • CBC
  • Iron Total and TIBC
  • Ferritin
  • CMP
  • Vitamin D
  • Hemoglobin A1c
  • Insulin (fasting)
  • GGT
  • Lipid Panel
  • Vitamin B12 and Folate
  • Zinc RBC
  • Magnesium RBC
  • FSH & LH (cycle day 1-4)
  • Estradiol
  • Progesterone (cycle day 1-24)
  • Thyroid Panel (TSH, ft4, ft3, Total T3)
  • Thyroid Antibodies
  • Prolactin
  • IgA
  • Total Testosterone
  • DHEA - Sulfate
  • AM Cortisol

Depending on your health history and specific situation, the doctor may opt to order additional labs as indicated.

Comprehensive Care

Additional Services & Value
Our Signature Offering is structured to be a comprehensive health plan that gives you priority access to the doctor and makes it as convenient as possible for you to improve your health. The following services are included:

  • Direct messaging through a HIPAA-compliant platform
  • No wait or minimal wait appointments
  • In person or virtual appointments
  • Coordinated care with other providers and practices
  • 15% discount on professional-grade supplements

The value to your health and happiness is priceless!

This is truly a concierge service bringing you the highest quality naturopathic care.

Pricing & Payment Options

Payment In Full

$4,950

($500 savings)

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Or Start for Just

$2000

($2000 due today + 6 payments of $575)

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We are thrilled to offer flexible financing options with no impact on your credit through Affirm. Click here to view available options.

Here's what you may not yet know is possible...

With natural hormonal harmony, you could have:

LESS ANXIETY
CALM DIGESTION
CONSISTENT SLEEP
CLEAR SKIN
MENTAL CLARITY
HIGHER LIBIDO
BETTER PERIODS
MORE ENERGY
REGULATED NERVOUS SYSTEM
HEALTHY METABOLISM
LESS ANXIETY
CALM DIGESTION
CONSISTENT SLEEP
CLEAR SKIN
MENTAL CLARITY
HIGHER LIBIDO
BETTER PERIODS
MORE ENERGY
REGULATED NERVOUS SYSTEM
HEALTHY METABOLISM

And once we have all that?

You have the energy and focus to live abundantly and unabashedly as you.

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