Naturopathic & Functional Medicine
Holistic doctor in Santa Barbara, CA. Finding and fixing the underlying causes of illness — not just managing symptoms. Comprehensive care for the whole family from licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctors.
Holistic Doctor in Santa Barbara, CA
Patients searching for a holistic doctor in Santa Barbara are typically looking for a physician who takes the time to listen, treats the whole person rather than isolated symptoms, and uses natural therapies whenever appropriate. That is exactly the philosophy that guides care at Purety Family Medical Clinic. Dr. Jonathan Birch is a licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor (NMD) — the holistic-medicine equivalent of a primary care MD — practicing on Oak Park Lane and serving patients from Santa Barbara, Goleta, Montecito, Carpinteria, and across the Central Coast.
Holistic medicine at Purety Clinic combines comprehensive lab testing with natural therapies, lifestyle medicine, botanical and bioidentical hormone protocols, and — when needed — advanced interventional procedures most holistic clinics do not offer (FMT, ozone therapy, PRP, IV nutrient therapy, plasma exchange). Dr. Dena Birch, also an NMD, leads our women's health and pediatric care.
New patient appointments are 60–90 minutes — long enough to actually understand your full health picture. Most Santa Barbara patients come to us after conventional medicine has not resolved their underlying issue, or because they specifically want a holistic, root-cause approach to their long-term health from the start.
The Naturopathic Difference
Same medical training as an MD in foundational sciences. Different philosophy for what to do with that knowledge.
Conventional Medicine Asks:
- →What drug suppresses this symptom?
- →Are your labs within normal range?
- →Which specialist manages this?
- →What's the standard protocol for this diagnosis?
Naturopathic Medicine Asks:
- Why is this symptom happening in the first place?
- Are your labs optimal — not just normal?
- How are all of your body systems interacting?
- What is the least invasive intervention that addresses the root cause?
Conditions We Treat
Naturopathic medicine is especially effective for complex, chronic conditions — but works alongside conventional care for acute illness too.
Digestive
- IBS & SIBO
- Leaky gut / intestinal permeability
- IBD (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis)
- GERD / acid reflux
- Constipation & bloating
Hormonal
- Hypothyroidism & Hashimoto's
- Adrenal fatigue / HPA dysregulation
- PCOS
- Perimenopause & menopause
- Low testosterone (men)
Immune & Infections
- Long COVID / post-viral syndrome
- Lyme disease & co-infections
- Recurrent infections
- Autoimmune disease
- CIRS / mold illness
Metabolic & Energy
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Metabolic syndrome / insulin resistance
- Mitochondrial dysfunction
- Weight optimization
- Nutrient deficiencies
Women's Health & Hormones
Dr. Dena Birch specializes in hormonal health for women at every life stage — from adolescence through menopause. Her approach combines comprehensive hormone testing (DUTCH), bioidentical hormone therapy when indicated, botanical medicine, and lifestyle protocols.
- PCOS & irregular cycles
- PMS & PMDD
- Perimenopause & menopause
- Thyroid disorders (Hashimoto's)
- Adrenal fatigue
- Fertility support
- Endometriosis
Holistic Pediatrics
Gentle, safe, effective care for infants, children, and adolescents. We support healthy development without over-reliance on antibiotics and provide parents with natural tools for common childhood health challenges.
- Well-child exams & developmental milestones
- Immune support & recurrent infections
- ADHD & behavioral challenges (holistic)
- Eczema, asthma & food sensitivities
- Gut health & digestive problems
- Vaccine counseling & scheduling guidance
Our Therapeutic Toolkit
We combine the best of evidence-based natural medicine with advanced interventional therapies most naturopathic clinics don't offer.
Functional Lab Testing
- Comprehensive stool analysis (GI-MAP)
- DUTCH hormone panel
- Organic acids testing
- Food sensitivity panels
- Heavy metal testing
Natural Therapies
- Clinical nutrition & therapeutic diets
- Botanical medicine (herbs)
- Nutritional supplementation
- Homeopathy
- Mind-body medicine
Advanced Interventions
- FMT (fecal microbiota transplant)
- Ozone therapy (EBO2, Prolozone)
- PRP & regenerative injections
- Bioidentical hormone therapy
- IV nutrient therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit Our Santa Barbara Clinic
Purety Family Medical Clinic
2323 Oak Park Ln, Suite 102
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Two Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctors. One Practice.
The naturopathic medical doctors caring for our patients at Purety Family Medical Clinic.
Dr. Jonathan Birch, NMD, RMSK
Founder · Naturopathic Medical Doctor
Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor and Registered in Musculoskeletal Sonography. Practicing root-cause integrative medicine since 2014. Areas of focus include FMT and microbiome restoration, hormone and thyroid optimization, autoimmune and Long COVID protocols, ozone and IV nutrient therapy, and PRP and regenerative injections.
Read Dr. Birch's full bioDr. Dena Birch, NMD
Naturopathic Medical Doctor · Women's Health & Pediatrics
Licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor leading our women's health and holistic pediatric care. Areas of focus include perimenopause and bioidentical hormone therapy, PCOS and thyroid, fertility support, pediatric eczema, immune issues and recurrent infections, and gentle well-child care for families.
Read Dr. Dena's full bioInterested in Naturopathic Medicine?
New patient appointments are 60–90 minutes. We take the time to understand your full health picture.
(805) 500-8300