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Partner with us and take control of your health care...

"We're Simply the Best"

We are not bragging; rather we are merely stating what others have told us.  Our patients and colleagues LOVE our approach to wellness.  We listen to our patients, look at the whole patient, identify the patients' concerns and needs, discuss both our recommendations and the frequency of treatment that we feel is best, and invite input from the patients' other healthcare team members.

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 Dr. Ruth Moore

Dr. Moore is a doctor of Mind-Body Medicine in Maine and is board certified in Clinical (medical) Aromatherapy through the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA) and the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapists (NAHA). She has an integrative background in neuroscience, behaviorism, and functional health, and has additional post-doctoral training in Integrative Medicine and Mindful Leadership from Saybrook University.

 

As both a provider and a US Navy veteran, Dr. Moore is an expert in treating Stress-Based Health Conditions and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with Complementary, Alternative, and Integrative medicines.  She specializes in Functional Health and Mind-Body practices to restore balance in the neuro-endocrine and autonomic nervous systems.  With her convenient in-person and on-line presences, she has a thriving, global practice centered in Ellsworth, Maine.

To help increase access to care for isolated or rural patients, Dr. Moore has recently published a self-help and coaching book for trauma survivors, Building Resiliency: 32 Days to a Better You.   She holds weekly, on-line group sessions as readers navigate through their traumas and learn healthy resiliency practices.    

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OUR SPECIALISTS

Lisa is a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience, who embraces a holistic view to health and wellness. She has worked in the Ellsworth community for many years and has now transitioned to a hybrid schedule that allows her to use a more natural approach to patient care. She is accepting new patients as a primary care provider and will be working on Tuesday mornings to provide "wrap around" care for those patients who want to partner with a wellness team.

 

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Samantha is our licensed massage therapist who graduated from the Downeast School of Massage in Waldoboro.  Despite being new to the Ellsworth area, she has received several referrals from colleagues and prefers to use solid bodywork principles as she tailors sessions to her patients' needs.

She also manages our social media, and posts to our Downeast Wellness Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts. 

OUR COACHES

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Frank is a certified Master Herbalist who was educated at Oaksterdam University.  He brings many talents to our team, but specializes in wellness coaching, cannabidiol consultations, and therapeutic humor.  When people work with Frank, they are at ease with his irreverent humor and holistic approach to life.  He generally sees and consults with patients on Fridays.

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Butch is a trained biologist who specializes in environmental health.  When not helping our patients understand their environmental intolerances, he also works in our office as an executive coach who specializes in conflict resolution and leadership / business development.  His background includes dual Bachelor degrees in Biology and Leadership and Organizational Studies and a Master's Degree in Leadership.

Cathy holds a Bachelor's degree in business, as well as certification as a Beach Body and wellness coach.  She heads our water wellness classes and provides art mindfulness classes; and when not in the pool, she manages our office operations.

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Cooper Moore

According to Dr. Rausch, Cooper is "Magnificent!"  He is a retired service dog who transitioned himself into becoming our official Canine Therapist. As well-known traveler, Cooper has been certified by TSA and Delta Airlines as one of the best companions in the country. He has recently completed his honorary PhD and will be taking his place as a non-traditional provider within our practice.

Our Team

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