Meet Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman, ND
Dr. Janet Opila-Lehman is a Naturopathic doctor and Occupational Therapist, who is trained in the science of medicine and natural healing treatments.
She is passionate about helping children on the autism spectrum and their families along with adults who have chronic health issues.
WNC Naturopathic Medicine offers three main services:
1. Naturopathic Medicine for adults and children.
2. Biomedical Evaluation and Interventions for individuals on the autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD and other developmental challenges.
3. Occupational Therapy for individuals with Attention Deficits, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, or Down Syndrome.
Check out Dr. Janet's more detailed biography to learn about her experiences and travels around the world!
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic Medicine is a blending of evidence-based scientific medicine with the art of healing. This wholistic approach addresses the root cause of illness or disease and promotes well-being. Natural minimally-invasive treatments are effective for both acute and chronic health conditions.
- Lab testing
- Clinical nutrition
- Botanical medicine
- Vitamin/mineral therapy
- Detoxification
- Homeopathy
- Hydrotherapy
- Life counseling
What is the BioMedical Approach?
The BioMedical Approach for individuals on the autism spectrum or with ADD/ADHD is a functional approach to recovery and healing. This approach treats the individual by assessing underlying imbalances in a person’s systems.
BioMedical Approach Focus:
- gastrointestinal
- immune
- endocrine
- neurological systems
- genetics.
A thorough evaluation includes a medical history, family history, review of systems, clinical signs, and laboratory tests. Treatments include diet/nutrition counseling, botanical medicines, vitamin/mineral therapy, detoxification, homeopathy, hydrotherapy and life counseling.
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy has a functional focus with hands-on and hands-off activities. A few of the positive benefits include:
- increased functional skills
- increased relaxation and sleep
- body awareness
- sensory acceptance
- increased mobility
- decreased anxiety
- decreased muscle tightness
- decreased hyperactivity
- increased muscle strength
- increased social skills
Individuals receiving Occupational therapy walk away with a deeper sense of well-being and improved self-esteem.