Emily B. Colwell, MSSW, ND
Dr. Colwell came to the northwest from New York, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from William Smith College and a Master of Science in Social Work degree from Columbia University. She worked as a clinical social worker in the field for almost 10 years, with extensive experience treating oncology, geriatric, homeless and psychiatric patients. It was during this time that she was faced with her own chronic illness and discovered the immense benefits of natural medicine. This initial exposure to natural medicine set her on her own rewarding journey toward both restored health and a change in career.
From the East Coast, Dr. Colwell moved to Australia to complete a year of pre-med coursework before beginning her naturopathic medical education. After graduating from Bastyr University in Seattle with a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, she was one of five students in her graduating class awarded a clinical residency in primary care naturopathic medicine at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health. Upon completion of her residency training program, Dr. Colwell established a private practice and has continued in her role as adjunct clinical faculty at Bastyr.
Dr. Colwell blends her clinical social work and naturopathic medical skills, to provide clients with a holistic approach to health. She believes that one’s health reflects the balance of one’s physical, emotional and spiritual aspects and is committed to helping her patients meet their own personal challenges in achieving this essential equilibrium.
