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Dear Larson,
I want to share some positve news with you and all those who attended CCNH and participated in the Teach-out program.
I received my ND degree certificate ( with Honors mention) a few days ago . I feel very excited .
However I need some guidance about what to do next in order to be able to start working as a health professional. I live in Massachusetts which is in my opinion a difficult state for a traditional naturopath. Could you offer some advice ?
Best Reagards,
Lyonel
Dear Lyonel,
Congrats in receiving your ND! Massachusetts is not a licensing state for naturopaths. You are therefore free to practice as a doctor of traditional naturopathy. Remember what you are, a health educator in natural health principles. You are not curing, diagnosing or treating. As long as you stay in those parameters, you should not have a problem in MA.
If you have not read my book, you need to read it. If you have it then re-read it. It is available on www.lulu.com.
I wish you the best!
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Kay Larson
Expertise
I can answer questions concerning natural health schools. I have also done a lot of research as to what schools are out there, their programs, strengths, weaknesses, etc. I can also answer many questions concerning issues of being a natural health practitioner and the boundaries as to what you can and cannot do. I can also offer guidance as to possible career paths in the field.
Experience
I have been a Traditional Naturopath/Clinical Nutritionist for 7 years, but have been involved in alternative health care for over 20. I have written a book entitled: The Handbook for Starting a Business as a Natural Health Consultant: A Guide for the Professional, available on Lulu.com. I am also a business consultant for beginning holistic health practitioners advising them about marketing, professionalism, etc.
Organizations
The American Council of Holistic Medicine
Publications
Ventura Life and Style Magazine, regular column on health and beauty, 2005-2005
Education/Credentials
BA in Education, University of Massachusetts.
MS and Ph.D. from Clayton College of Natural Health, Holistic Nutrition
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