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Corina Dunlap ND, MS

Naturopathic Doctor, Medical Researcher

 

Dr. Corina Dunlap is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND) and women’s health and hormone specialist. Specializing in the treatment of conditions that range from irregular periods to PMS, thyroid imbalances, endometriosis, pelvic pain, and symptoms of menopause, she is an internationally recognized expert in natural fertility optimization and women’s health at all stages of life. Dr. Dunlap is a clinician, researcher, educator, and speaker.

CONTACT:  email 

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Testimonials 

Morgan B. 

"Dr. Dunlap is by far the best doctor I have ever worked with. She takes the time to get to know you and what issues you are struggling to resolve. Her methods are extremely effective, and I have noticed a huge difference in my overall health. I am so grateful I began working with Dr. Dunlap when I did because I know I will use the wisdom I have gained from her forever."

Gwynne G.

"I’ve had a great experience with Dr. Dunlap. I love her holistic and personalized approach. She is kind, thoughtful, and a pleasure to work with. But more importantly, her treatment was really effective for me. Can’t recommend her enough!"

Brandy K.

"Dr. Corina is both an amazing person and a brilliant doctor. Any woman would be lucky to have her taking care of their health. She's a must-have!"

Angela S.

"Dr. Corina is the doctor of my dreams. She seeks to support the body systems naturally and uses the best tests to map out what is happening inside your specific body and works with you to help heal it. She values current medical research and therefore stays on top of the latest studies and their findings. She truly does all the overanalyzing and overthinking, so you don’t have to."

Nina W.

"What Dr. Dunlap has done for me is to look past the immediate and search for what is underlying causing the symptoms. Her understanding of all the systems and their connections is deep! We've discovered a lot about me in the short time I have been in her care, and I am already seeing improvements. I look forward to my health journey with Dr. Dunlap by my side. 5 stars!"

Heather B.

"Dr. Corina Dunlap is a wonderful health advocate. As an ND, she is thoughtful, holistic, and reviews all of your health, history, habits, and goals. She's very thorough and accessible. She'll readily seek other medical pros if warranted. She's very tech-savvy and well-versed on the latest trends as well as tried & true healing protocols.""

Chena I.

"I feel so lucky to have found Dr. Dunlap. I spent years struggling with the fallout caused by regular doctors having put me on harmful and needless medication for decades. Now, after only a few short months in Dr. Dunlap's care, I'm already starting to heal. The change is incredible. On top of the fact that she is the most truly knowledgeable doctor I've found, she's also the kindest. Here is a person who is clearly passionate about helping people get well in a whole and lasting way."

Dr. Karissa Deane - Naturopathic by Design™ Certified Doctor

Karissa Deane, ND

Naturopathic Doctor

 

Dr. Karissa Deane is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND) and women’s health and hormone specialist. Specializing in the treatment of conditions that range from hormonal imbalances, fertility optimization, digestive issues, emotional balance, and women’s health at all stages of life. Dr. Deane is a clinician, and researcher.

CONTACT:  email 

Testimonials 

Chell S. 

"Dr. Deane is exactly what I have been searching for. Helpful. knowledgeable. and concerned with the root of the problem and solving it. Not just masking symptoms and problems. I love when you find a doctor that is a good fit...it is rare. Thanks for all you do and helping people take charge of their health and bodies."

Rebecca W.

"Dr. Karissa is kind, compassionate, and deeply cares for both the health and well-being of her patients. She is the first Doctor that I have felt truly listens to me and respects my individual experiences and process. I would recommend her care and services in a heartbeat. I feel very lucky to have her in my corner."

Jillian P.

"I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Deane in Portland, Oregon. She was my first introduction to naturopathic medicine. I was struggling with hormonal imbalances that manifested as cystic acne. I also had anxiety that made it difficult to exist in most social situations. What I most appreciated about Dr. Deane's care is she truly listened to what I was experiencing with no judgment. It was like she pulled out a map, I pointed to the destination and then we went over all the different avenues I could take to get there. While working with Dr. Deane I learned to become an advocate for my own health, which I am now able to pass on to my daughter. I will forever be grateful to Dr. Deane. I highly recommend her business and am confident in her healing abilities."

Krista Imre, ND

Naturopathic Doctor, Ayurvedic Specialist

 

Dr. Krista Imre is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND) and Ayurvedic specialist. Tapping into her deep holistic toolkit, Dr. Imre utilizes nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, nutraceuticals, Ayurveda, yoga, meditation, movement, and art to help women optimize their health and hormones. Raised outside of Yosemite National Park in a family of conventional doctors, she learned to live in collaboration with the earth and that something innately important was missing from the medical system—recognizing patients as unique individuals. Dr. Imre is a clinician and published author.

CONTACT:  email 

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Testimonials 

Karen 

Dr. Krista is a breath of fresh air. Extremely knowledgeable in her wheelhouse and an EXCELLENT listener which is a huge attribute and what I love most about her care. She always has a solution for any ailment I send her way!

Heather

I initially sought out Dr. Imre's help during my infertility and pregnancy journey and continue seeing her to help manage my thyroid. At our first meeting, I was impressed at how she took the time to thoroughly get to know both me and my ways of living before making recommendations for treatment. I appreciated that because I knew her recommendations were right for ME!

Dina

I stumbled upon Dr. Krista at a point in my life where I was feeling overly frustrated. After tons of doctor appointments and trying "everything," I was not getting the answers I needed from traditional medicine. I was dealing with endometriosis, SIBO, and subsequent infertility. I'm so happy to report that I now have very minimal GI issues and almost no pain during my cycle every month. It feels so great to also have a better understanding of how my body responds to different foods. This was important for me as I felt before the program that I just didn't get or understand my body. Thank you so much Dr Krista!

Lisa

I have improved energy, eliminated joint pain, lowered my blood pressure, greatly improved my digestion and no longer have intestinal pain and constipation. I have lost 25 pounds and am eating a healthy diet with no cravings . I am so grateful for Dr. Krista’s support and mentorship. I feel and am so healthy!

Dr. Karissa Deane - Naturopathic by Design™ Certified Doctor

Carolyn Nygaard, ND

Naturopathic Doctor, Midwife

 

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.

CONTACT:  email 

Testimonials 

JM

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.

AC

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.

NL

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.

MS

Dr. Carolyn Nygaard is the best. She listens and is very compassionate. She has helped me so much over the years with real solutions.

Our Coaches

Dr. Karissa Deane - Naturopathic by Design™ Certified Doctor

Haley Smith

Functional Health Coach & Nutritionist

 

Haley is a Nutritionist and Certified Fertility Awareness Practitioner with a Master's Degree in Nutrition from the National University of Natural Medicine and expertise in PMS, PCOS, irregular or missed periods, and fertility challenges. Haley has helped hundreds of women overcome negative body image patterns, regulate their periods, optimize fertility, and carry healthy pregnancies to term. She believes that helping women to understand and care for their bodies before conception is the best way to make sure the next generation is healthier than the last. Her mission is to empower women who are overlooked by the conventional healthcare system with body literacy and self-trust.

CONTACT:  email 

Testimonials

Renata H.


"I absolutely have loved working with Haley. She listened to our story and diligently worked with us to get all of our labs done. She was incredibly approachable throughout the process and made everything super clear so that we could understand every piece of information. She then created a comprehensive supplementation plan for both my husband and me. We stayed on top of our protocol daily and at the end of month 3 we got a positive pregnancy test! Haley really helped me understand the ways I needed to make modifications in my diet and lifestyle so that my body could feel safe to conceive and carry a pregnancy."

 

Hannah M.

"If you’re looking to dive deeper into fertility and balancing your hormones...Haley is a wealth of knowledge. She explains results in depth with an action plan following. I feel so much more confident knowing my results and having a plan to heal further."

Janaye H.

"Working with Haley was the experience I didn’t know I needed until I was already in it. I started working with her at a time in my life where I really needed direction to move forward with loving myself and working through traumas that created mental blocks in regards to starting a family. 6 months later I’m pregnant (surprise!) and in a much better mental space with tools to help me continue to do the work that I need. I cannot recommend Haley enough. So glad I took the leap to make much needed change."

Kia C.

"Where do I even begin? Haley has been such a blessing! I have been working with her for almost 5 months, and it is hard to put into words just how much she has impacted my life already. As an expert in fertility, she has taught me so much about my body, opening my eyes to the poetic beauty of the female anatomy and unlocking a feminine intuition I didn’t even know I had. Haley has turned my lonely 2 year journey of shame and despair into one of HOPE, filled with outcome based actions that are specific to my needs! She creates a safe, loving space to be vulnerable and receive information, while tenderly holding me accountable and wrapping me in support. She goes above and beyond to understand the root cause of everything I am experiencing, often doing extra research to confirm and validate the resources she is providing and individualizing them to my needs. Her knowledge and acumen (she is a wealth of information), paired with her tangible passion and natural ability to form compassionate, authentic connection, make her a true advocate for this work!! My husband and I refer to her as our Fertility Angel, because that is what she is! Thank you Haley, for all that you do and all that you are!"

Maddy Michielssen

Functional Health Coach & Nutritionist

 

Maddy is a Functional Nutritional Therapy and Restorative Wellness Practitioner with advanced training and expertise in weight loss resistance, metabolic health, nutritional blood chemistry, health mindset, and hormone longevity. She has worked with over 350 women of all ages, including former competitors, current pro athletes, busy moms, young adults, and C-suite executives who have struggled with weight gain, PCOS, Hashimoto’s, insulin resistance, among other concerns. Having seen first-hand the harmful effects of extreme diets and over-exercise, Maddy is uniquely positioned to help women achieve body confidence and weight loss goals in a metabolically and hormonally safe way.

CONTACT:  email 

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Testimonials

Valerie


"After working with Maddy...I felt like I was gaining better control over my eating habits and hormones were leveling out.  I was learning to love working out again and my days started to appear brighter and more hopeful. Maddy really is when it comes to all things fitness, nutrition, self care and hormones…truly impressive!!!"

 

Delaney


"Before coming to Maddy my goal was to find consistency and I wanted to lose some weight. After working with Maddy, I KNOW the work we did can work and now I'm seeing (and feeling) the investment in myself. So THANK YOU for continuing to help me invest in myself, especially in a phase of life where I just want to feel my best. Also, my sleep has been great for the first time in YEARS. It honestly shocks me." 

Stephanie


"After working with Maddy I've noticed some jeans are fitting looser and I have to pull them up more often. I no longer have any digestive issues."

 

Our Team

Carolina Marles - Naturopathic by Design™ COO

Katie Aleck

Operations Manager

 

Katie is our go-to for all things operations. We are incredibly grateful to Katie for keeping our systems running seamlessly so that you get the care you need.

Based in Michigan, Katie worked in a molecular diagnostics laboratory before gaining her Master of Organizational Leadership and transitioning to the world of online operations.

When not working, Katie loves spending time with family and friends, traveling, and enjoying time in nature.

 CONTACT:  email

Kelly Cotnoir

RN, Practice Manager

 

Kelly is dedicated to optimizing operations and enhancing the patient experience. She is also passionate about patient-centered care and is committed to creating a smooth, supportive environment for both patients and clinical staff.

Kelly has extensive experience working with all ages in the in-patient and outpatient setting and values the importance of healing the mind, body and soul.

In her spare time, Kelly enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children and tries to spend every chance she can at their family camp by the lake. 

CONTACT:  email 

Kelly Cotnoir - Naturopathic by Design™ Registered Nurse
Carolina Marles - Naturopathic by Design™ COO

Lauren Hebert

Patient Care RN

 

Lauren is your go-to for all things patient care (scheduling, labs, referrals, refills, and general questions) You can always reach her via Spruce.

Lauren is an experienced nurse with a specialty in women’s health and strong commitment to holistic patient care. She believes in empowering patients to take an active role in their health and is a dedicated advocate for ensuring they feel heard and well-supported.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and rescue dog Cooper. Whether hiking, exploring the coast, or enjoying Maine’s natural beauty, she loves making the most of the great outdoors.

 CONTACT:  email

Darcie Stevens

Phlebotomist / Patient Care Coordinator

 

Darcie is our incredible in-house Phlebotomist. She comes to us with over 10 years of experience providing quick, efficient, and comfortable blood draws at our Portland, Maine office.

In my spare time, I like to spend time with my husband, my girls, my dogs. I enjoy the beach and traveling!

CONTACT:  email 

Kelly Cotnoir - Naturopathic by Design™ Registered Nurse
Carolina Marles - Naturopathic by Design™ COO

Carolina Marles

Brand Advisor

 

As our brand visionary, Carolina helps brings our ideas to life, ensuring that every project aligns with our mission and values. She plays a key role in keeping our brand’s identity consistent and on track, both now and in the future.

Carolina has worked in the women’s health field for the entirety of her nursing career. She started in labor & delivery then transitioned to the outpatient setting.

In her spare time, Carolina enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the outdoors.

 CONTACT:  email

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