Laura Z. Weldon, ND, MS (she/they) earned both her doctorate in naturopathic medicine and a master's degree in integrative mental health from the National University of Natural Medicine. She completed her undergraduate degree in English literature at Columbia University and her post-bacc pre-med at the University of Louisville. Her interdisciplinary research currently focuses on the pathophysiology and treatment of autistic burnout, and her work advocates for a neurodiversity paradigm shift across both medicine and society. Licensed in Oregon, Dr. Weldon also works over telemedicine with neurodivergent and chronically ill clients across the United States. She provides trauma-informed naturopathic consulting and coaching services, using herbs, nutrition, movement, health counseling, and craniosacral therapy to establish and embody a radical concept of wellness that includes autistic and disabled populations. Laura is an autistic human who loves exploring how people think, feel, sense, and connect. She has several chronic conditions, including hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, POTS, MCAS, SIBO, and migraines, and also advocates for #DocsWithDisabilities.
BA English Literature, Columbia University (2010)
MS Integrative Mental Health, NUNM (2019)
Naturopathic Medicine (ND), NUNM (2020)
Post-Bac Pre-Med, U of L (2014)
Craniosacral Therapy (2019)
Health Coaching, IIN (2013)
Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
English
Dr. Weldon primarily supports people with chronic physical and mental health conditions, as well as neurodivergence. She has particular expertise in autism, trauma, and hypermobility spectrum conditions. Virtual Health Coaching: Collaborative health coaching with an emphasis on mental and emotional wellbeing. Trauma-informed, peer-support. Available across the United States and internationally (in English). Naturopathic Medicine and Craniosacral Therapy: These services are available in-person only at The Light Clinic in Frankfort, KY. Naturopathic Medicine: These services are available over telemedicine to patients living in Oregon, where Dr. Weldon is licensed.