Who we refer to
Here is a list of trusted partners we recommend. When a patient needs something we do not offer, these are the practices our doctors send them to.
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Everyone below is someone our doctors already refer to.
Physical therapy
Dr. Brennan McLaughlin, PT, DPT. Concierge physical therapy and personal training in your own home, office or gym — one-on-one for the whole session, with no insurance restrictions on how long you are seen. Serves Carlsbad, Encinitas, Del Mar and Rancho Santa Fe.
Acupuncture
Founder of Thriving Wellbeing in Del Mar, with a doctorate in acupuncture and Oriental medicine. Acupuncture, herbal medicine and functional medicine, working mostly in fertility and women's health, in pain, and in support alongside cancer care.
Chiropractic
More than 45 years in chiropractic, over 30 of them on Eucalyptus Ave in Encinitas. Works in craniopathy and cranial facial release alongside homeopathy and functional neurology — a whole-body approach rather than adjustments alone.
Chiropractic
Chiropractor (DC, HHP) at the Center for Advanced Medicine in Escondido. His focus is restoring function and balance to the nervous system so the body can do more of its own healing.
Chiropractic & functional neurology
Over 20 years of practice that began as a first responder in the armed forces. Non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical care for concussion, migraine, vertigo, chronic pain and sports injury, using functional neurology, spinal decompression, SoftWave therapy and vestibular rehab. Encinitas Blvd.
Chiropractic
Coherence Chiropractic on N Vulcan Ave, caring for North County families since 2008. Practises the Gonstead technique and has additional pediatric training through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.
Psychiatry & therapy
Outpatient mental health in Encinitas, founded in 2015 by Dr. Kristy Lamb. Psychiatry and medication management alongside CBT, DBT, EMDR and ACT, plus an intensive outpatient program. Seen in person or by video anywhere in California.
Psychology
Doctorate in clinical psychology from Pepperdine, where she went on to teach in the Graduate School of Education and Psychology. Works from a cognitive behavioral foundation and draws on positive psychology — building on someone's strengths and values, not only working through the problem. Offers a free first consultation.
Psychotherapy & coaching
Psychotherapist, coach and author. Works largely with women in midlife on self-development through her Foundation of Self method, and with psychedelic integration. Sessions are entirely by phone or Zoom.
Dentistry
Carlsbad Smile Studio — biocompatible dentistry with more than 15 years in the Southern California dental community. SMART-protocol amalgam removal, ozonated water, salivary pH and oral-biome microscopy, and Clifford materials testing, alongside TMJ care, implants and Invisalign.
Dentistry
Dentistry from an oral-systemic point of view — oral health treated as part of whole-body health rather than a separate department. Practises with Dr. Stacy Godes.
Dermatology
Comprehensive Dermatology Group on Garden View Ct in Encinitas — the first private practice in San Diego County to offer board-certified pediatric and adult dermatology under one roof. Dr. Stirling trained at the University of Miami and is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Dermatology
Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley, and one of the deepest laser practices in the county. Works on redness and pigment, wrinkles, scarring including acne scars, leg veins and unwanted hair, plus injectables and non-invasive skin tightening.
Gastroenterology
Unio Specialty Care on Garden View Ct in Encinitas. Dual board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology with 39 years in practice, and formerly Chief of Gastroenterology at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.
Ear, nose & throat
Trained at the University of Michigan and Baylor, with advanced training in endoscopic sinus surgery and a national reputation in balloon sinuplasty. He also sees sinus disease and head and neck conditions, including skull base tumours.
Colon hydrotherapy
Colon hydrotherapy and lymphatic drainage at Longevity Lounge, repeatedly voted one of San Diego's top three day spas. A session runs 45 to 60 minutes and is by appointment only. Samar is a patient of ours as well.
Birth & fertility
Noa Parker and Alex Pivetti. Doula support through pregnancy and birth, childbirth education, and a women's collective — the same people are there through the pregnancy and after the birth.
Food & supplements
Organic herbal teas blended here in San Diego County. Single-herb and blended teas in bleach-free bags, with no oils, additives or natural flavourings added to the leaf.
Blood donation
A donor programme for people who commit to giving again within eight weeks of becoming eligible. Members get early access to donation events and recognition from the blood bank for keeping the local supply steady.
Nature & Science Medicine
Our naturopathic doctors will point you in the right direction — including when the right answer is somebody other than us. Open 10am to 5pm, seven days a week.