- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine — Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
- B.Sc. — University of Toronto
- Licensed Naturopathic Doctor, State of California (since 2004)
- Member, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
- Member, California Association of Naturopathic Physicians
- 25+ years in clinical practice
Her Story
About Dr. Taraneh Ballew, ND
Dr. Taraneh Ballew earned her Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto and her doctorate from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine — Canada's premier naturopathic institution. Her training encompassed the full scope of conventional medical science alongside deep study of holistic, non-toxic therapeutics, and she completed two years of clinical training in a primary care outpatient setting.
Dr. Ballew was among the very first naturopathic doctors granted licensure when California became the 12th state to license NDs in 2004. She has spent 25+ years helping patients find lasting wellness through root-cause medicine. Her areas of special interest include women's health, children's health, digestive concerns, allergies, pain management, and stress reduction. Dr. Ballew offers virtual naturopathic consultations to patients throughout California, with particular expertise in women's hormonal health, pediatric naturopathic care, and digestive wellness.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Ballew is married and a mother to three adult children. She loves fun, creative ways to stay active, traveling, and experiencing new cultures and foods. Her warmth for children extends well beyond her practice — she has spent years teaching and mentoring young people, and brings that same patience and care to every pediatric patient she sees.
Dr. Ballew's Approach
Naturopathic medicine guided by one principle: first, do no harm.
That means identifying and treating the underlying cause of disease rather than masking its symptoms.
Dr. Ballew practices with the conviction that each patient is unique. Your first visit is never rushed — it's a 90-minute, one-on-one video consultation where Dr. Ballew takes a complete medical history, reviews any recent lab work, and explores the dietary and lifestyle factors that shape your health. From there, she works with you to design a personalized care plan.
- Clinical Nutrition — food as medicine, therapeutic diets, targeted supplementation
- Botanical (Herbal) Medicine — plant-based remedies with a long tradition of safe, effective use
- Homeopathy — individualized remedies to stimulate the body's own healing response
- Lifestyle Counseling — sleep, stress, movement, and the habits that make the biggest difference
The goal is never a quick fix. It's a partnership — one that builds your understanding of your own health and gives you the tools to sustain it for life.
Ready to get started?
All appointments are conducted via secure video. Dr. Ballew is currently accepting new California resident patients.
Schedule Your First Visit →Or call (925) 461-9335