Dr. Tara Stoop’s passion for healthy living led her to pursue a career in medicine. After scouring the curriculums of countless conventional medical schools she was discouraged by the lack of training in nutrition and wellness, facets she considers to be the foundations of a healthy life. Upon discovering naturopathic medicine she immediately felt aligned with the philosophy. It made intuitive sense to her that a doctor should focus on identifying and treating the cause of a disease and not only the symptoms; that every aspect of a person’s life, from sleep habits to stress levels, effects their health and must be addressed; and that diet and lifestyle changes are integral to bringing the body into balance.

As a Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Stoop strongly believes that education is the core component of her success with her patients. Once patients understand the way their bodies function and the impact their choices have on their wellness, they can more easily implement healthy changes. She strives to help her patients shift their habits in a sustainable manner. Some people can make big changes fairly quickly and some people need time for each small shift. Either way, Dr. Stoop finds the best approach is to take it at the pace that feels most practical for her patients, and she develops highly individualized treatment plans around each patient’s needs.

Dr. Stoop previously taught Clinical Gynecology and Western Pathology Review at the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley. She earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington and her Bachelors degree from UC Berkeley, where she majored in both Molecular & Cell Biology and Integrative Biology. Dr. Stoop is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and the California Naturopathic Doctors Association.

Dr. Ashika Deskins is a Naturopathic Doctor specializing in nutrition and its impact on health. She earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Sonoran Health Sciences University, a Master's in Public Health from American Public University, and a Bachelor's in Classics from Howard University.

During her previous clinical experience, Dr. Deskins focused on providing intravenous and injection nutrient therapy. She developed protocols for IV iron, high-dose Vitamin C, and Vitamin D repletion therapy, aiming to optimize nutrient levels for improved health outcomes.

Dr. Deskins is passionate about educating patients on the importance of nutrition. In her consultations, she focuses on weight loss and detox support, empowering patients to make lifestyle and dietary changes for better health.

Outside of patient care, Dr. Deskins has trained healthcare professionals in clinic procedures and protocols and ensured clinics are well-equipped with medical supplies.

With her dedication to patient education and expertise in nutrient therapy, Dr. Ashika Deskins is committed to empowering her patients to achieve their health goals through personalized, evidence-based care.