ROCKLAND — Candida Ferraiolo Schwartz, ND, a board-certified naturopathic physician, will be speaking at an open house Friday night from 4 to 8 p.m. at her new office and office located at 488C Main Street in downtown Rockland. Officially launches the art space “Vital Healing”. , during Rockland’s First Friday Art Walk.
“This new location will allow us to integrate all aspects of patient care in a beautiful and convenient environment,” said Dr. Schwartz. “And we are excited to provide community space that will be part of the exciting revitalization of North Main Street in Rockland.”
A native of Camden, Dr. Schwartz graduated in 2011 from the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon, the first accredited naturopathic medical school in the United States. She also graduated from the University of Maine at Orono in 1995. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Before studying medicine, she attended culinary school and became a chef, eventually specializing in pastry. She often incorporates her knowledge of nutrition and culinary arts into her own practice.
Dr. Schwartz believes her diverse background and interests help her treat patients in a more holistic manner.
“Our bodies have an innate desire to heal, and our cells desire healthy rejuvenation,” Dr. Schwartz said in a news release. “Finding the root of imbalances and illnesses in body, mind and spirit is essential to restoring harmony and health to patients,” she said.
In addition to his naturopathy skills, Dr. Schwartz is also a craniosacral therapist and intuitive healer. She studied intuitive healing with Pastor Liliana Barzola in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Schwartz offers her readings to patients who want to explore deeper aspects of themselves.
Conditions that Dr. Schwartz treats include:
Trauma healing
Allergies
chronic disease
gastrointestinal disorders
Women’s health/fertility
Thyroid disease
Endocrine/hormonal imbalance
Insomnia
Fatigue
Anxiety/Depression
pain
Acute treatment and prevention
In addition to naturopathic medicine, Dr. Schwartz also plans to offer craniosacral therapy and hydrotherapy at the new location. Other means for her healing include nutritional supplements. Homeopathy; Flower essences. Nutrition, diet, and lifestyle changes. essential oils; laboratory; and medicines if needed. Her goal is to integrate all aspects of her patients to support their individual, holistic health.
Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients. Patients can request a super bill to submit to their health insurance company for reimbursement.
art space
Located on North Main Street, Vital Healing is located in a historic building with 14-foot ceilings and large front windows. The light-filled waiting room doubles as an open community art space.
public. In August, paintings by Midcoast resident Rachel Hendrick will be on display.
In addition to the work of local artists, the space will also feature Dr. Schwartz’s handmade healing jewelry line, locally made salves, oil blends, and a variety of other local crafts and gifts.
To make an appointment with Dr. Schwartz or for more information, visit www.vitalhealthclinic.net, call 503-502-5738, or email nd.candida@gmail.com.
