Naturopathic Gastroenterology & Acupuncture

Dr. Alaina Goesling wearing her doctor's gown.

With a strong belief that gut health is foundational to whole-body wellness, Dr. Goesling creates personalized treatment plans focused on restoring digestive function and overall balance. Her approach integrates functional medicine, clinical nutrition, nutrient therapy, lifestyle counseling, Western herbal medicine, microbiome testing, and conventional medical therapies, delivering comprehensive and evidence-based care.

Dr. Goesling is deeply committed to patient-centered care, emphasizing individualized treatment, patient education, shared decision-making, and a strong therapeutic relationship. Her compassionate and empathetic approach fosters a safe, supportive, and empowering healing environment.

Before medical school, Dr. Goesling earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Washington, where she gained extensive research experience in the UW Department of Neurological Surgery, Genome Sciences, and Seattle Children’s Hospital Department of Cardiology.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Goesling enjoys painting, volleyball, tennis, boating, hiking, skiing, and spending time with her 110-pound Alaskan Malamute, Queen.

About Dr. Goesling

Dr. Alaina Goesling, ND, LAc is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and Acupuncturist practicing at Zen Attitude Wellness in Seattle, WA and Open Wellness PDX through Kwan Yin Healing Arts in Portland, OR. She specializes in naturopathic gastroenterology and is passionate about helping patients heal digestive conditions using evidence-based integrative medicine. Dr. Goesling currently accepts new patients for in-person visits in Seattle and telemedicine appointments in Washington and Oregon.

A proud alumna of Bastyr University in Seattle, Dr. Goesling completed a rigorous two-year residency through the National University of Natural Medicine at Kwan Yin Healing Arts under the mentorship of Dr. Ilana Gurevich, where she trained in primary care with a specialization in digestive and gastrointestinal health.

Dr. Goesling treats a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), SIBO, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, GERD, abdominal pain, intestinal fungal overgrowth, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and microscopic colitis. In addition to GI care, she has clinical interests in integrative dermatology, thyroid and endocrine disorders, hormone balance, women’s health, and mental health.

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About Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic medicine is a holistic, evidence-based approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of illness—not just managing symptoms. It blends modern medical science with natural therapies to support the body’s innate ability to heal itself.

At Zen Attitude Wellness, Dr. Alaina Goesling integrates functional medicine, Chinese medicine, herbal medicine, clinical nutrition, and acupuncture to create highly personalized treatment plans for each patient.

Core Principles of Naturopathic Medicine

  • Treat the Root Cause – Address underlying imbalances rather than suppressing symptoms

  • The Healing Power of Nature – Support the body’s natural healing processes

  • Prevention First – Focus on long-term wellness and disease prevention

  • Individualized Care – Each patient receives a customized, whole-person treatment plan

Naturopathic medicine is ideal for those seeking a natural, evidence-based approach to conditions such as digestive disorders, hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue, skin conditions, and more.

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