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Cathy Brummel
Cathy Brummel
21:38 28 Jun 23
I met with dietician/nutritionist Laura Woodworth on 6/27, she was so caring & helpful giving good advice as to how I need to add incorporate protein into my diet and gave me handouts explaining how I could could achieve this.Since I have tendency to dehydrate sometimes, she also gave me suggestions to electrolytes packets which. can be added to your water containers . It was very helpful on giving me "Optimize your Brain" handout, that reading explains how protein is so vital to brain health. I'm now trying to keep diary of what I eat daily. I truly appreciate the care she gave me and being totally there for me as a person, she had a great sense of humor which made me relaxed too.
Wesley Callow
Wesley Callow
00:25 01 Jun 23
I love this place! So many brilliant and wonderful souls in one location to help guide you through your health journeys. Dr. Mary and I have a great relationship that keeps me engaged in my health.
Taylor French
Taylor French
17:46 19 May 23
Dr. Tim is amazing! This is the first time I’ve ever felt listened to and heard while visiting a medical practice. About 1 year ago I decided to stop reaching out to a traditional doctor for help because they’d just tell me everything was fine but give me pills to “fix” the problem. Dr. Tim is thorough, kind, and genuinely wants to help his patients by finding the root of the issue and NATURALLY correcting the “why” behind it!The only thing I seem to have issues with here, is getting ahold of the front desk for scheduling… I have had to play quite a bit of phone tag and haven’t received calls back when I leave voicemails. But, I will take having to call a couple times per day/week to feel like an actual human in a medical practice any day! Dr. Tim - you ROCK!
Derek Olson
Derek Olson
22:44 09 May 23
Dr. Griffith has been a great advocate for my health since I started seeing him years ago. He is thoughtful and truly cares about his patients, taking the time to hear all health concerns in order to make a holistic plan to treat them. I highly recommend his services and Heart of Wellness.
Robin Ramon
Robin Ramon
05:06 04 May 23
I really appreciated how prompt the receptionists are in reaching out toMe with scheduling and ordering medicine. Dr. Shannon keeps us informed with any procedures that may help me in my fight against cancer. Lab technician, Lori, is very professional, friendly and painless!😃
Brittni Vargas
Brittni Vargas
01:47 07 Feb 23
So far my experiences have all been amazing here! Mary has been extra amazing!!!!! I had a Pap with her and I have never been treated with so much care and respect at a pap appointment before. She was very gentle, caring, took the time to explain things. Zero judgment! So much care! I, as a plus size women, felt so so cared for. Highly recommend! Glad I found her.
Megan Lanese
Megan Lanese
19:02 05 Jan 23
Dr. Shannon truly changed my daughter’s life by effectively treating her ADD with a homeopathic after other “mainstream” modalities of treatment had failed. It took several attempts to find the right medicine, but he was both patient and persistent. The ability to focus has allowed her to excel at school and other areas of her life in ways we once thought weren’t even possible. We are SO a grateful!!! She is an entirely different person now and SO much happier.
Christine Hansen
Christine Hansen
17:02 23 Nov 22
My family and I have been going to Heart of Wellness for about seven years now, and we are delighted with the care we receive.I have multiple chronic illnesses and after years of conventional medicine (which didn't help much, as I was misdiagnosed), I deeply appreciate the holistic approach to improving my health.From front desk staff to care providers, each and every person I've worked with at Heart of Wellness is professional and caring and compassionate. And they're ALL great listeners!!!My care providers, Dr. Morgan Schuster, ND and Jeff Foucrier, DPT, have both contributed immensely to my health and my quality of life, and have helped me get to a place where managing my chronic illnesses isn't so incomprehensible and difficult.I'm deeply grateful for everyone at Heart of Wellness, and am so glad they're part of the community.
Caila Irwin
Caila Irwin
00:26 11 Oct 22
Today was my first time seeing Mary Attwood (newer doctor) and she was really great! I didn’t want to be seen at first for a consult appointment just to get a referral, but she went above and beyond helping me address what’s going on, and other issues in my life. You can tell she really cares! I felt so supported after the appointment and comfortable to reach out to her when needed. I will definitely be seeing her again! The call was via zoom, but still felt so personable.
Jennifer Murtagh
Jennifer Murtagh
22:05 21 Sep 22
Every visit, whether in person or virtual, has been thorough and helpful beyond my good expectations. I feel completely heard, respected, and cared for whenever I am with a practitioner!
Destiny Schaetzly
Destiny Schaetzly
00:05 13 Sep 22
Absolutely the best place I have been too. The doctors listen to what you have to say and are very helpful with their advice. I can't wait to start my journey on starting a holistic lifestyle.
Kathryn Carpenter
Kathryn Carpenter
19:48 27 Jul 22
This was my first visit with Dr. Michelle, and it was SO nice to finally talk to a doctor that cares. I have been searching for the past few years for a new thyroid doctor since my old one retired and have had some interesting experiences in the process. Throughout our entire 1hr appt, Michelle listened and really helped me to figure out the next steps in my thyroid care journey. I am so thankful a friend recommended her to me, and would highly recommend her to anyone.
Dean Remillard
Dean Remillard
18:47 24 Jun 22
Exceptional care and professionalism. Dr. Tasmin Wilhelm is a breath of fresh air.
Rachel Dee
Rachel Dee
00:33 04 Jun 22
Dr. Tim Shannon is great! He listens, doesn't rush me and shows care and compassion. He also explains everything so that I understand. I feel like we are more of a team trying to work through and heal my ADHD and anxiety. For the first time in my life I don't feel like I'm just another name on the schedule to be given a pill and a "see you later" in under 15 minutes. The appointments are 30-45 minutes, depending.I highly recommend him for mental health.
Kelli Hudziak
Kelli Hudziak
05:13 17 May 22
Truly carrying kind people for sure... Definitely save my life with my Biomedical Hormone Replacement therapy....Doctor Schuster really cares about her patience....
Indigo Keeslar
Indigo Keeslar
20:10 12 May 22
Excellent service! They do a fantastic job making sure your going in the right direction! Great staff too!
Deborah Gunter
Deborah Gunter
06:25 29 Jan 22
First time seeing Dr. Kent as I needed to get in to see someone right away & she happened to have an opening. I really liked the way she made me feel comfortable & is professional as well. She took my concerns seriously & I felt she really wanted to help.I appreciate that. Thank you.
Kristi Hayes
Kristi Hayes
20:34 24 Jan 22
I have seen many different providers at Heart Of Wellness and each and every one has been amazing at their specialty. If you have a complicated medical history and are in search of providers who listen to you and are willing to work with you to get to the route of your problem and live a healthier, happier life - than look no further. I highly recommend this office and the providers. It's also very convenient that they accept insurance for acupuncture, cupping, massage and functional Dr visits. I'd highly recommend booking an appointment with David Lerner for your acupuncture needs- he's knowledgeable in oncology and autoimmune disorders and his services improve the quality of your life. I came in this morning with a throbbing headache and by the time I left it was gone- it's almost magical! (Except if you're interested and ask him he can explain the science and research behind his treatments.) Everyone in the office is friendly and accommodating from the front office to the different providers.
Melissa Hansen
Melissa Hansen
01:10 10 Dec 21
I can’t tell you how refreshing it is to go to a doctor who actually listens to you. If she didn’t understand my values and what is important for me, she sure is a great actor. I feel very comfortable with Dr. Wilhelm. I’ve only been to her once, but I already trust her more than my old doctor. I have a feeling I won’t be avoiding my doctor anymore. After telling my husband about my visit, he said he may try her also. My daughter in law the same. I truly think Dr. Wilhelm is who we will be using from now on. God willing.
Brittany Nevas
Brittany Nevas
21:09 11 Nov 21
Everyone at this clinic is absolutely helpful. I brought my daughter in, who is 3, and had no issues at all. Everyone tried to make her and me feel as comfortable as possible, rescheduling was so easy, and the woman working in the lab was absolutely spectacular! She was very calm and gave my daughter the very best experience for a blood draw. Our doctor, Dr. Wilhelm, is thorough, easygoing, inquisitive, and really allows us to communicate our needs without feeling pressured one way or another on anything. I’m so glad we found this clinic. Our whole family is now established here. We love Heart of Wellness!
Cathryn Lewis
Cathryn Lewis
16:38 01 Oct 21
I was late, personal error, and they allowed me to have my blood draw anyway. The phlebotomist is great, she’s quick and reasonably painless. Highly recommend.
Katie Stemmene
Katie Stemmene
22:33 20 Sep 21
I was very impressed with my visit. The provider listened to ALL of my issues. Made several suggestions for how we would treat based off what the lab work said, including if the lab work all came back normal! She was thorough and thoughtful, and I felt very hopeful after my appointment.
Evan Grimm
Evan Grimm
22:55 10 Sep 21
Professional staff. Easy online pre-visit forms. Dr. Wilhelm was knowledgeable, caring, and very helpful. I would recommend Heart of Wellness.
Michelle Anderson
Michelle Anderson
18:14 08 Sep 21
The staff at Heart of Wellness are kind and courteous. The doctors take their time and get to know you and your specific health concerns. I highly recommend them!
Deborah Thompson
Deborah Thompson
08:45 30 Jul 21
I chose this place as I am trying to get healthy. I met with a dietician as I need to gain weight. She was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to! I felt like I was at home!
Ellen Brown
Ellen Brown
23:43 19 Jul 21
I had a wonderful experience at Heart of Wellness clinic. The front office staff are very friendly and helpful. Dr. Diana Duncan made me feel at ease. She was thorough and explicit with information and questions I had. Overall excellent.
Korja Giles
Korja Giles
19:15 20 May 21
Revisiting acupuncture for the first time since pre-pandemic and my mind was put at ease the moment I stepped in and was greeted by the friendly folks at the front desk. Morgan is a warm, knowledgeable and calming presence, and I look forward to future acupuncture appointments with him. Heart of Wellness makes it easy to take the time for myself and prioritize my overall well-being.
mayanthia
mayanthia
19:45 07 May 21
The care that I receive here is amazing. They focus on making me better from my soul to my toes. I would strongly recommend seeing the providers at Heart of Wellness. They're caring and kind. They actually listen to you and take your knowledge of your body into account.
Hayley Ridout
Hayley Ridout
18:30 20 Apr 21
Dr Kent was amazing! She took the time to answer all my question at my child’s 3 month wellness visit. I highly recommend this clinic.
Janelle Martinez
Janelle Martinez
00:14 04 Mar 21
I am a relatively new patient here but my experience so far has been absolutely fantastic. The receptionists are kind, organized and knowledgeable. Dr Schuster is the most incredible doctor Ive ever had. She is incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, honest, hopeful and thorough. I have been able to get in in a very timely manner and the staff and my doctor have been responsive to messages and after appointment questions I have had. I would highly recommend this practice.
Dave Friedly
Dave Friedly
20:59 16 Feb 21
Overall, I like Heart of Wellness. It just depends on your doctor. One is a little too nature focused. The doctor I settled on takes both a medicinal and natural approach.
Cam
Cam
15:01 13 Feb 21
I have been to many different providers for men’s health over the last several years and I can say without a doubt that Dr. Michelle Kent is the best. Her extensive knowledge, attention to detail, and personalized care has made me feel both confident and excited about optimizing and maintaining my health. I highly recommend her if you are looking for exceptional care in the Olympia area.
ken kellogg
ken kellogg
18:10 05 Dec 20
Great , professional thorough exam. A-1 . Was seeking new provider.etc found it. Tx
Kelly Allen
Kelly Allen
23:45 30 Nov 20
They care more about you than your own family. They take care of the whole person. "The memory of a good deed can never be taken from the heart of one who is grateful."
Laura Schleyer
Laura Schleyer
00:04 12 Nov 20
Gary Black is excellent! Very very talented in myofascial release. Issues that I'd had for a long time we're so relieved after his treatment today. I'm so grateful to him, my body feels so relaxed and wonderful!
Brooke Wickham
Brooke Wickham
06:44 27 Oct 20
Affordable functional medicine with caring and excellent staff.
Michelle Rancour
Michelle Rancour
17:03 14 Jul 20
I love Heart if Wellness because it is warm and inviting, nestled in the corner with nature all around. It is peaceful and the staff are outstanding. My acupuncture appointments are a blessing. I highly recommended!!
Carol Alston
Carol Alston
17:07 27 May 20
I was just reading some of the comments and I just thought it might be a way for me to ask you a question can I use a mustard pack if you've had a stint in heart and heart disease.
Amanda Jones
Amanda Jones
15:06 26 May 20
I love the physicians here! I feel wholly cared for and listened to while also receiving too notch treatment options both natural and traditional.The front staff have been a little hit or miss in the past, but I've seen some drastic improvements in this of late. I think they've figured out a system that works for them now.If you're looking for a new physician's office and someone who will take the time to sit and listen to you and discuss health and life options appropriately, I highly recommend this office.
Deb Jorgensen
Deb Jorgensen
15:28 10 Jan 20
If you want a doctor who actually gets to know you and will work with you to solve your medical issues, this is the place. Heart of Wellness uses a kinder, gentler approach than what I have been accustomed to. I suffered terribly from GERD and acid reflux and drugs for this caused me to have kidney damage. Within weeks of coming here I was feeling so much better. No more drugs, no more acid reflux or GERD. Amazingly simple and easy process! I love this place!
Crystal Chilman
Crystal Chilman
01:54 25 Nov 19
I don’t write reviews, so please note for me to do so is completely out of character, but I really wanted people to know that this place is very different. I have been looking for a new doctor for both myself and my daughter, not an easy task. I was drawn to this place by their website, which indicated they listen to the patient, value patient time and trust. Dr. Schuster certainly exceeded what I expected. She listened, looked at me while I shared my concerns, provided handouts to help educate me on nutrition, was respectful and kind when I talked about goals I wanted help on and made me feel like I was really heard. She treated my teenage daughter the same way. They made accommodations due to my daughters disability while making future appointments and the office was very relaxing and calming. I also need to give kudos to the young ladies at the front desk. They are polite, sweet, friendly, they smile, go out of their way to be kind...honestly, it was so different. This is the first place that has ever got me in on time, not hurried me through my appointment and made me feel like I mattered (other than my OB/GYN who is awesome!! Shout out to Dr. Laurel Dickinson). If you are looking for a new doctor or are looking for a naturalpathic consult, I truly recommend Dr. Schuster. Much thanks to the office for being so kind to us.
S B
S B
21:38 04 Nov 19
I love the care and patience I receive. Dr Duncan is wonderful! The office itself is calm and feels warm and inviting. With the focus being on healing at the source rather than only treating symptoms the practice does focus on the well being of their patients as a whole. My doctor cares about her patients and I always feel welcome and not rushed.
Erin Sylvester
Erin Sylvester
14:37 23 Oct 19
So pleased with our experience here. We've brought 3 out 4 of our children and couldn't have been more happy with the "alternative" solutions to our issues
Maria Noonan
Maria Noonan
21:59 23 Jun 19
I go here for many different services. The staff are excellent. Dr. Laura has been the only individual to figure out some medical issues that no one else could. She took in everything I was saying and was able to properly figure out what was going on. She was vital in the health of my pregnancy as well. I highly recommend this location for any medical needs.
Kelly Allen
Kelly Allen
15:25 24 Mar 19
The very best medical care I have ever had. Whole body and mind Wellness. Any other type of primary care will leave you only half way healthy.
Ashley Jaquet
Ashley Jaquet
19:58 18 Feb 19
Before coming to heart of wellness I had been struggling with some terrible back pain in my lower and mid back from a work injury that occurred at age 27. I decided to try acupuncture and after 8 to 10 sessions with David Lerner I realized some of the pain that I had was quite a bit better. I felt very releived! David Learner is not only good at his job, but also at figuring out where the pain is coming from and attacking it from different angles and different techniques. Still having some issues I proceeded onto myofascial release massage with Gary Black, because a lot of my pain is muscular this type of massage was helpful. I highly recommend not only these two, but the clinic itself. All around a great and kind place to be.
Jessie Payne
Jessie Payne
01:41 01 Dec 18
I love Heart of Wellness. Their practitioners are extremely knowledgeable and supportive. They sell a full range of vitamins and health products. Their staff work on healing and treating your whole body. I've been really pleased by how patient and thorough my doctor had been there, she explains everything like a professor!
Kai Atherton
Kai Atherton
08:33 17 Nov 18
The staff here are wonderful, from reception to health care everyone is professional, kind, and helpful. The location is right by the highway, and they have many practitioners so availability is great. I have recommended them to many a friend, and would do so again!
Holly Anderson
Holly Anderson
23:59 03 Oct 18
So happy with all my experiences here! Dr. Laura very quickly acted on my concerns within our first visit and found my diagnosis almost right away and has been pivotal in helping me manage my chronic illness ever since. Coming up on a year since the diagnosis and my health continues to improve at every turn.
Mariella Tzoncheva
Mariella Tzoncheva
13:34 01 Oct 18
Amazing medicine professionals. I have my life back because of them.
Sherie Suter
Sherie Suter
17:06 26 Sep 18
I absolutely love Heart of wellness! Their practitioners are compationate and knowledgeable. They take time with you, every time, to really understand your concerns and help you get to the root of the problem instead of just treating symptoms! I feel so much better after following the program Dr Duncan put me on after getting no help from “traditional” drs. I sent a friend to the clinic and she also has been greatly helped! A nice added benifit is the supplements and meds you get there are always at the lowest price I can find so they are not marking them up to make money on their clients that way. You really get the sence their number one goal is to help you. Your not just a number or dollar sigh here! I highly recommend this clinic!
Bill Wasner
Bill Wasner
17:18 20 Aug 18
The front office staff and Dr. Shannon are very professional and kind which is greatly appreciated!!! Dr. Tim Shannon is excellent in applying Homeopathic Medicine towards relieving chronic Depression and Anxiety. For more than 40 years I've been dealing with cyclic episodes of severe depression and anxiety which was only getting worse as I aged. I've tried so many different types of medicine over the years to heal or combat these symptoms but nothing really seemed to work. Dr. Shannon found the right Homeopathic remedy and now the anxiety and depression is greatly reduced and my energy and well being are returning. Thanks again to Dr. Shannon and the front desk for being so kind and professional 🙂
Brendan Edwards
Brendan Edwards
12:40 13 Jul 18
I can't say enough good things about the professionals at Heart of Wellness. I've had acupuncture, functional medicine and nutrition counseling here. They're not all about numbers or money, they are going to help find the answers and get you feeling better. Great service here!
Magen Houle
Magen Houle
04:40 08 May 18
I love this place. I love my provider her. She is so amazing. she takes time to go over everythimg, explains it well answers all my questions and genuinely seems to care about finding a solution to my health issues. I was always a bit weary of seeing a NP but she came highly recommended and I am so glad I choose to take the leap. She has done more for me than any primary care has
Sue Gardiner
Sue Gardiner
01:59 08 May 18
Always have gotten great care from my Dr. (Katie) when she is out the other Docs are great.. love em. My only issue is lately the office has had trouble keeping meds in stock that I need. Really can be frustrating at times.
wendy sutich
wendy sutich
00:44 08 May 18
I am so grateful for this clinic! Acupuncture from Morgan has helped me with a shoulder injury and Dr. Laura (who is now my primary-care physician) has assisted me in overcoming severe allergic reactions that were affecting my quality of life. She has also provided excellent nutritional support to help my body heal after melanoma surgery. The reason there are 4 stars and not 5 is because sometimes the phone lines are not working well, or the debit/credit card machine is down. Once I had to purchase a supplement elsewhere because of this and it cost $40.00 more. The quality of care is worth working around business-office glitches and I'm sure H. of Wellness is working on this. I hope so because some of these issues can be very frustrating and inconvenient to deal with.
K Konrad
K Konrad
00:01 08 May 18
Love the doctors. Had a poorly timed incident which needed care quickly, back and front office staff was communicating poorly with me and each other. It was pretty frustrating as I was very ill and needed help - ended up working out but only because my mother was at the pharmacy minutes before they closed. Not a fun situation. My doctor, Courtney is awesome and saved the day!
Nicole Paling
Nicole Paling
21:33 06 Mar 18
The doctors here are fantastic but the office staff is lacking. They're unprofessional and lazy, I'm really hoping that the front office staff can get it together...
tangofortodance
tangofortodance
01:49 23 Feb 18
Kind, compassionate and all around caring. Dr Diana Duncan is impressive. Amy has been invaluable and has helped to heal my neck injury more than I thought possible.
Karen Neill
Karen Neill
22:17 20 Jan 18
I really enjoy going here. Dr. Michelle Diesering is wonderful and always listens to my concerns. The nutritionist is also very nice. The prior MD I saw made me feel like he didn't have time to really discuss my concerns. I also wanted someone who would look at the whole picture, not just the symptoms. Heart of Wellness does that. I live in Tacoma now and will continue to travel to Tumwater to see Dr. Diesering and her staff.
Prisma Brewer
Prisma Brewer
14:49 22 Dec 17
I really love Heart of Wellness. I have been seeing a doctor here for about 2 months now and it has been wonderful! Dr. Tim is extremely knowledgeable and very kind. This clinic has truly been a blessing to me and I am so glad that I found it! I highly recommend it to anyone who is searching for a no-nonsense, low-key, great clinic.
Mike Meadway
Mike Meadway
19:41 16 Dec 17
Very happy with the staff, treatment and communication. Tim Shannon (my physician) has done an outstanding job for myself and my wife. Highly recommend.
Joel Brincken
Joel Brincken
16:19 22 Nov 17
Really happy with what they have done for me!
C Jean
C Jean
00:42 04 Nov 17
After a molar extraction which left me with dry socket and facial nerve damage, I sought out David to alleviate the pain. I found him to be very thorough and attentive. He treated me with acupuncture as well as electrical nerve stimulation. The experience left me feeling very grateful to have discovered a treasure like him in Olympia. I highly recommend him; he is very knowledgeable about alternative ways to help us deal with aliments that we face. CJ
Sarah Bergman
Sarah Bergman
23:45 09 Sep 17
Gary Black, LMP is wonderful! He has provided me with the Myofascia Release 'therapy' and I cannot say enough how happy I am to now know about this! Gary is very knowledgeable and communicates well with passion, ease and understanding. He also makes me feel extremely comfortable. Dr Diana suggested this form of massage mostly for my abdominal pain and low back pain. I think it is exactly the right solution for the scar tissue resulting from cesarean problems. And if you don't know about Myofascia Release yet, you should go find out (: I am tired of getting no answers from elsewhere, and happy to find Heart of Wellness! I look forward to my next visit with Dr Diana. Though in my initial one, she was very helpful and really listened to my concerns and offered some insight that no other doctor has ever mentioned. She made some simple suggestions to me and the recommendation for Gary and I am so very thankful! Thank you Gary and Dr Diana!!!
Don P etevson PETERSON
Don P etevson PETERSON
04:34 05 Sep 17
Great naturopathic office, great people working there. Very knowledgeable.
Wendy Fox
Wendy Fox
12:55 14 Aug 17
Dr. Duncan is amazing, and what a great staff!
Joceile Moore
Joceile Moore
05:56 23 Mar 17
Dr. Tim Shannon has extraordinary skills in working on mental health issues. By giving me the correct homeopathic remedy, his treatment has virtually stopped my nightmares. These nightmares have been multi-week events for over 40 years. He is compassionate and communicates clearly. I am astonished by the effectiveness of his treatment.
Yasmin Longoria
Yasmin Longoria
14:40 08 Feb 17
I have only seen Dr. Tim Shannon at this office. He is amazing and has helped me and my family more than I can say. I like to call him Dr. Magic ? If you believe in natural medicine, get here asap. They also accept most insurances.
Claudia O.
Claudia O.
19:59 05 Aug 16
I'm grateful I found Heart of Wellness shortly after moving to the area last year. I've now been working with David and Dr Michele for about a year, first identifying what was going on, and then after testing positive for Lyme and several co-infections, treating those. They always take care to answer any questions I may have, and make sure that I'm clear on everything before I head out of the office. I love that the various providers collaborate well with one another. Everyone at Heart of Wellness is kind-hearted and very helpful, including the front desk staff. Would highly recommend Heart of Wellness to anyone looking for a holistic approach.
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  1. Carol Goularte says:

    Heart of Wellness provides a great service. Appointments are always on time, office is never crowded and everyone that works there is very friendly. It is like a breath of fresh air. Heart of Wellness offers a unique mix of practitioners and therapists under one roof. They do an excellent job of including each other and being transparent with you leaving you with answers you have been seeking to optimize your health. Heart of Wellness is the perfect health clinic of the future – available now.

  2. Anonymous says:

    I am incredibly pleased with both Dr Diane Duncan, and Gwen, the nutritionist. Both are professional, informational with disease processes and interventions holistically to treat them effectively. Dr Duncan is thorough with particular attention to details, patient communication, and compassion in her practice. I feel I have answers now, as well as a definitive plan to gain my back my health. Gwen is phenomenal with advanced nutrition and lifestyles changes to implement a plan of care. Would highly recommend Heart of Wellness to anyone who is sick and tired of, “taking pills,” without any lifestyle changes to alter disease process.

  3. James K says:

    I had been coping with some chronic long term physical symptoms which were beginning to affect my ability to function very well. I had seen a variety of practitioners but to no avail. I visited Heart of Wellness and was referred to one of their therapists. After just a couple of therapy sessions, much to my surprise – my symptoms were relieved. I’ve been to a lot of different practitioners and therapists, but this therapist was extraordinary. Heart of Wellness offers a truly unique complimentary mix of practitioners and therapists under one roof. They do an excellent job of communicating with each other and with you leaving you feeling much more empowered in your healing. Heart of Wellness is a health clinic of the future – but it’s available today.

  4. Lauren G says:

    Phenomenal Experience for your Health!

    I never knew going to the doctor could be as fulfilling and thoroughly enjoyable. From my naturopath to my nutritionist to my acupuncturist, the team functions seamlessly to teach me more about my health, and I feel so cared for–not to mention that my body is responding favorably, and I feel the best I’ve felt in decades.

  5. Alesha A says:

    Healing Haven

    As soon as I walked into the space I felt the nurturing and healthful energy that Heart of Wellness fosters. I have been working to resolve a health issue, have visited a half dozen offices in a few short months. This was such a welcome contrast to all the other offices I visited. I am grateful to receive care from this fabulous team.

  6. Martha B says:

    It’s worth the hour drive both ways to go to Heart of Wellness. I leave feeling positive and informed rather than discouraged and confused as I am when I leave other doctors office. The staff is very friendly and helpful and I feel like I matter, I’m not just a number.

  7. Amanda C says:

    I am so grateful I found Dr. Diana. I feel she is truly committed to helping her patients achieve wellness. Dr. Diana has always taken time to listen, answer my questions and find answers and solutions.

  8. Kelsey S says:

    I always feel comfortable and welcome during visits to Heart of Wellness. The staff and practitioners are genuine and make appointments feel less rushed and more supportive than other doctors I have gone too.

  9. Yasmin L says:

    Dr. Shannon Rocks!

    I think Dr. Shannon is really just amazing. I actually started calling him Dr. Magic. He obviously REALLY cares about his patients. Its rare these days to feel heard by your doctor but he does all that and more! Thank you!

  10. Joe P says:

    I really enjoy the atmosphere. The reception staff is very welcoming and professional. I enjoy my time with Dr. Greg. He listens well and is empathetic to my situation. I couldn’t be happier.

  11. Lauren G says:

    I could not be more thrilled about working with Heart of Wellness, between the Doctor, the Acupuncturist, and the Nutritionist, I’ve never felt better in my entire life, and I only started working with them one month ago. I can only imagine the health I’ll experience months down the road. Thank you all for giving me renewed hope about my well-being.

  12. Jen C says:

    The name of this business says it “ALL”! HEART of WELLNESS!!! Everyone is helpful and friendly! I see Dr. Shannon, and he gives his all to help me with my auto-immune disease, that is very stubborn! VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ANYONE LOOKING FOR A CARING TEAM!!!

  13. Sandy E says:

    Have already recommended you to a few women I work with! Dr. Deisering was amazing. Felt very relaxed and left like she was interested in ME and not just herding patients through. Office help was very friendly and helpful. No or little waiting and easy to set up appts.

  14. Olivia D says:

    So happy to be a patient here! From the first moment I walked into the door, I felt welcomed. It was a warm, inviting atmosphere and I felt at ease as a brand new patient. The doctor and I had a great conversation. She made sure to talk about all of my concerns. I look forward to my next visit and I know I’m in good hands.

  15. Ingrid G says:

    Reasons I love coming to Heart of Wellness

    1. The building is beautiful – with lots of light, cork flooring, and natural materials. 2. Friendly receptionists. 3. A president who deeply cares about the healing of this community. 4. Knowledgeable, caring practitioners. 5. Convenience – I don’t have to look all over town for my supplements, the labs I need are here, and the practitioners I need are here. 6. Respect for my money – no unnecessary lab work and full disclosure of potential expenses so I can make informed decisions. 7. My own healing and personal development. Thank you!!!

  16. Don K says:

    I was very relieved to call and get a “same day appointment” and a very effective acupuncture treatment that relieved my pain and allowed me to continue my day pain free. Being comfortable at the end of the day was beyond my expectations. I love holistic medicines options and “drug free” treatments.

  17. Craig B says:

    The services that you guys provide go above and beyond any expectations that I had. My wife and daughter also come here. I encourage everyone that I know to make an appointment and find out for themselves how great you guys are.

  18. Larry V says:

    We really like what is offered, have referred others and they report the same. Our lives are better as a result of HOW! Thank you! You may want to consider improving the comfort of the waiting room furniture. A little background music might be a nice touch.

  19. Jan H says:

    I really like all the services you provide at Heart of Wellness, including the new ones you continue to add. It proves to me you are meeting our needs. The reception people are awesome too. I always feel special when I’m at your facility (a very serene feeling) for whatever reason, and the health providers are very helpful too.

  20. Wendy S says:

    So Glad I Made this Choice!

    The visits are scheduled to last long enough to have real discussion with the physician. It’s not like the 15 minute traditional dr. visit with a quick prescription. All meds and supplements are recommended after tests so they are only prescribed after the real scientific data is collected. The treatment is for you and about you, not about taking meds and coming back if they don’t work so you can have another 15 min. visit to try and communicate, just to get a different drug. I feel more well than I have in years because I’m getting good nutritional support. I’m very grateful that friends referred me to Heart of Wellness.

  22. Marla L says:

    What an amazing difference between standard western medical clinics and Heart of Wellness! All staff and providers at Heart of Wellness are relaxed, calm, empathetic, friendly, kind, and take their time with you. Just walking through the door is a stress-reduction strategy!

  23. Michelle M says:

    I like that my care is consolidated in one place. I also like the fact that all of the providers that you are seeing at the clinic use the same patient file so each can see how/what your are being treated for by each provider.

  24. Natalie C says:

    Being a first time patient – I had a fabulous experience. I felt extreme comfortable throughout my entire visit. The front desk was friendly and willing to work with my insurance issue. I am so happy that I found Heart of Wellness – especially being so new to Olympia. Thank you!!

  25. Gloria Burton says:

    HOW is making strides and integrating into the greater community. People are so hungry for better options than what have been traditionally offered in our culture. I can see no reason why you will not succeed and create a a prosperous exchange for all involved. I think you will also serve as a model to other practitioners who have not yet embraced the notion of integrative medicine.

    Your clients will become more educated from such an inclusive, integrative practice, and will serve to also educate others personally and professionally. Our medical system has to change because the standard one is failing everyone, creating disease instead of wellness (just watch the drug commercials for more proof of that), and leaving people feeling isolated, misunderstood, misdiagnosed and MAD, the exact opposite of what it should be providing!

    I’ve been watching you and putting my toe in there for several months now, and am happy to participate in my wellness, refer you to others and be involved in whatever capacity evolves for me at HOW. One great tool is to teach your patients to network, because many won’t think of it. Give them tools (like passes to events for a friend, or other literature that will draw people to HOW). Every little bit of fertilizer helps 🙂

  26. Sam P says:

    Fred visited our class at Evergreen this week. The field he exudes is soothing and clear and highly identifiable from the heart for me, a twenty-year-old student. The experiences I had during Fred’s workshop are better expressed through a more non-traditional prose form or in art, so I think I’ll leave it at this. Suffice to say that Fred is a powerful, crystallized, heartfelt presence and his workshop was a very welcome addition to our Consciousness Studies class.

  28. Cynthia says:

    Fred is a person with great compassion. He has had enough life experiences that allow him to be a dedicated and sincere teacher. I have trust in him as a healer. I was not able to complete participation in the Joyful Relationship class but I would recommend it to my friends.

  29. Therese Wenner, LMP/ Craniosacral Therapist says:

    Fred Klemmer offers a tremendous gifting to each individual AND to the community through his highly skilled, energetically grounded and healing presence. In treating the spoken issues, Fred gently and skillfully addresses the needs of the energetic body along with the interwoven needs of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual bodies. The environment both nurtures and allows for the individual to attend to their healing process at their own pace while being held in a compassionate and loving surround….(With deep gratitude, Fred for all your loving care! Your huge heartfulness is such a divine instrument for profound healing.)

  30. Barbara says:

    Fred is a very gentle and caring person. He put me at easy immediately. Despite having a personal belief system different from Fred’s, I felt very comfortable with and had no difficulty in contextualizing what Fred shared into a way I understand. I was comforted to know that I would be received just as I am and I don’t have to anything other than myself.
    The actual experience of acupuncture was most interesting. I gained some insights and found it to be very relaxing. Even now, several days later, I’m able to reproduce some of the positive sensations I had.
    Fred is very skilled. I’d recommend him to anyone considering acupuncture as one way to increased health.

  31. D says:

    I had a wonderful experience at Community Acupuncture with Fred. His approach is so gentle, helpful and highly professional. He knows what he is doing. Thank you so much, Fred, for providing this service to the community.

  32. Katy G says:

    Beautiful environment, amazing acupuncture and great healing. Just an all around great place to be! Fred has been truly wonderful. He is positive and mellow and the atmosphere is calming and pleasant the perfect place to heal. The fact that he has great expertise yet will charge based on someone’s ability to pay is truly special.

  33. Lola says:

    I had never tried community acupuncture before, I have been used to private sessions. Fred Klemmer was recommended to me by my general practitioner. I was immediately surprised by the calm, open, beautiful room where the treatment takes place. Fred has a very professional, warm, and gentle approach. He wanted to share his knowledge with me and I felt in control of the session, which was important to me. I was appreciative of the boundaries that Fred respected, while talking me through a meditative healing process. I will be making another appointment, as well as recommending him and his healing to others.

  34. Peggy says:

    I would highly recommend Fred Klemmer to everyone! From stress to chronic illness, Fred’s expertise, presence, pure intentions, and compassion offer a high quality healing experience, rarely found in the health care field. Sitting back in those comfortable recliners , I feel like I can completely relax and allow the energy flow. When I get up, I feel healed, supercharged, and grateful for the experience.

  35. Greg Freudenfeuer says:

    I have experienced acupuncture by practitioners from various schools of TCM. Fred’s style is unique among them. I get the sense that Fred tunes into my areas that I am suffering with. He gently encourages me to actively engage in cultivating personal well-being. Fred “coaches” you to be present rather than lay back to passively receive treatment. For example, Fred begins with an interview involving experiential exercises in which he guides the client through noticing external sensations compared with internal sensations. Fred accurately adjusts the focus of the exercises in response to feedback from the client. These pre-session exercises develop the capacity to extend the healing work beyond the subsequent treatment with the needles. Fred clearly intends to teach people how to heal rather than simply administer treatment. I will continue to see Fred for acupuncture treatment because he supports my willingness and commitment to work on well-being.

  36. Jo says:

    Wow, what an awesome experience!! A lovely space, peaceful and serene, great energy– and what an amazing practitioner in Fred. He is a gifted healer and intuit, warm and attentive. He went above and beyond in giving his time and caring attention. In coaching, Fred also provided me a new tool for healing which i’ve been grateful for in the days since my appointment. Thank you Fred and I look forward to returning soon.

  37. Marisa ‎ says:

    I felt safe with Fred immediately. He is intuitive, gentle and wise. After one session I felt calmed and present in my body, which I had desperately wanted to run from. I will continue to see Fred and look forward to his support on my journey of healing. Definitely recommend his services & I will tell everyone I know about the beautiful place he and other practitioners have created at the Heart of Wellness.

  38. Bill H ‎ says:

    Feb 4, 2011 Bill H. Although I have been to many good chiropractor & have experienced acupressure techniques a couple of time but I’ve never actually been to an acupuncturist, as such, before. The combination of Fred’s acupuncture & Marcy Sullivan’s chiropractic manipulation have been AMAZING! After a couple of sessions from each of these practitioners in their respective disciplines I no longer have ANY lower back pain for about the first half-hour to forty-five minutes after I get up every morning FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MORE THAN TWENTY YEARS!!! I’m as truly amazed as I am grateful. I definitely recommend them both.

  39. Laura says:

    What a wonderful gift to the community. I highly recommend making an appointment! The setting is serene and safe. The session seemed to be fine tuned
    to fit my needs, as Fred is very intuitive and skilled in his craft.
    Thank you so much for making this experience possible for all.

  40. Juliann Matson, Life and Executive Coach says:

    The moment I met Fred Klemmer, I knew he was the person I wanted to work with on this leg of my journey. I had been looking for someone who could work with me on a deeper soul level; someone who could help me work through issues that lived at my core as well as assist me through some of the more challenging experiences of my life at that time. Fred was and still is the perfect fit for that kind of deep work. I trust Fred. I trust Fred with what is most sacred to me, my heart and my soul. His combination of Sufism, Chinese medicine, understanding of philosophy and teaching as well as being one of the kindest people I have ever come across make him an outstanding spiritual coach.

    I have asked Fred to help me through a variety of challenges and experiences including the death of a close friend, the end of long and close relationships, families issues, as well as utilize his superb skills as a relationship coach to assist in a work relationship. All of these relationships and situations, I was able to handle with grace and compassion because of my work with Fred. Through our coaching partnership, I decided to go back to school and finish my BA (of which I had barely began) and I am now just 3 quarters away from my Master’s degree.

    In sum, I am a different person; a better person, because of my work with Fred. I am calmer, happier, and show up with more grace and compassion. My heart and soul no longer have to hide in the background but rather can dance in the light, exposed for others to see. I will always be deeply grateful to and for Fred and often thank God for bringing him into my life. He is a true blessing to this planet. I recommend Fred Klemmer to anyone who is ready to live a richer, more graceful life.

    Sincerely,
    Juliann Matson
    Life and Executive Coach

  41. Chrissy Bixenman says:

    I recently attended Fred’s “Cultivating Joyful Relationships” introductory evening. Although I didn’t know what to expect, Fred and the environment in the Heart Room immediately put me at ease and I felt a trust in the process. The exercises provided had me come away with a sweet and new knowingness of myself in relationship, a compassionate understanding for myself and my partner and all others I relate with. And this is just the beginning…..yay!

  42. Laura O'Siggins says:

    I just moved here and with little money so when
    I was feeling anxiety and stress from all the changes
    I did not seek out any treatments of any kind. Instead the
    a kind hearted person sent me an e-mail about Fred’s
    service at a sliding scale and that alone moved me to go.
    I let go of some very deep emotional and physical stuff that first visit.
    I will be making further appointments with Fred and highly
    suggest those in pain on any level do the same.

  43. willie says:

    My spirit told me to get an appointment with Fred after listening to my wife’s powerful experience. Having no physical condition to be treated I wondered why my spirit wanted me to go. I soon realized that I wanted to know how acupuncture would work on the higher mental realms, so I told Fred I choose to still my mind. He knew exactly what to do. I left with a very still mind and felt my heart expand to my whole body.

  44. Audrey Schissell says:

    ~Waves of bliss ~ is how I summarize my first experience with Olympia Community Acupuncture. I’ve had acupuncture treatments in the past, but nothing like this! Lying on a reclining chair where I felt like I was floating enhanced my experience of calming and weightlessness. The unique experience of sharing this healing/love energy in community was very powerful and one I would highly recommend. The shared space is very safe and peaceful. Fred is a very competent, intuitive, and gentle acupuncturist, with a compassionate heart; he is a healer who not only connected with my energy but my essence. After a long stressful day at work and battling insomnia, I left OCA feeling energized but grounded. My deepest gratitude Fred, for all you do to provide this wonderful service to the community and to people who could not normally afford it…you are a treasure. I’ll be seeing you soon.

  45. Joy ‎ says:

    My experience with Fred was divine. I was touched deeply by his presence and his gentleness. Because I was a little nervous, before entering his beautiful space, I silently told myself, “My God is the only presence and power acting here,” and my treatment was profoundly healing. I left rejuvenated and renewed emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Our community is truly blessed by Fred’s presence and his gifts. I highly recommend his services. Joy

  46. Shannon ‎ says:

    My experience with Fred and his work was deeply moving and my confidence in Fred and his work is infinite. Fred really took the time to meet me where I was. He is highly intuitive and practiced at what he does. He is skilled at handling a variety of possible concerns, from emotional to physical to spiritual. Fred is really an amazing person that can be trusted and is doing work with the highest intention and ability. I highly recommend his services.

  47. Xam Devesh says:

    Fred is an empath and skilled navigator of the internal world – the mind. I’m very interested in taking his 7 week course in building joyful relationships. The introduction alone helped me work through some internal struggles that I’ve been going through for over a year.

  48. Mackenzie says:

    Everything about my experience with Fred and this clinic was amazing–my heart was opened simply by being in his presence, I felt he truly understood my health concerns and how to properly treat them, and I never had a single question about my treatment’s effectiveness. Not only is Fred a gentle, profoundly insightful man, but he is a highly skilled acupuncture-ist. I cannot say enough good things about my experience here.

  49. Nura Dolan says:

    Attending a workshop with individuals who I had never met was no small feat for me. Avoiding new and unfamiliar experiences was a ‘protection’ mechanism that had been hard-wired into my being for forty years, having developed as a result of experiencing trauma at the age of three. Since the loved ones that cared for me did not have knowledge or tools to cope with everyday life, this trauma was ignored and placed deep down and far away. To pretend it did not happen was the only skill available. The realization that this ‘protection’ mechanism was resulting in self-destructive behavior did not ever occur to me. I never once evaluated or questioned whether or not it was practical or healthy and just accepted it because it was familiar.

    From the age of three up until the moment I attended my first Radical Wellness workshop, I existed in a continuum of self-limiting lies infusing every social interaction life’s circumstances placed in front of me that triggered fear. Whether it was work, socializing with friends, raising my children, or bonding in committed relationship with a life-partner. In these relationships when an interaction would surface, that was new or tense, a blinding state of fear would surface and completely overwhelm me because the experience was something unfamiliar and the knowledge to move through it peacefully was not something I had available. This fear would then evolve into incapacitating thoughts like “I am not good enough,” “there is something wrong with me,” “I will never fit in,” and “no one could ever love me.”

    When and where the conscious decision was made to attend a workshop offered by Fred Klemmer, I cannot recall. What I do know is that my life and the lives of my loved ones have been touched with something special. Through this past eighteen months I have witnessed the sincerity and dedication he brings to every person who joins in these workshops. Personal experience has demonstrated these transformations are gentle and subtle. Awareness of them does not surface in outer action. Rather they surface through inner growth that is reflected in outer perception. The sincerity and compassion carried in Fred’s heart unerringly made me feel safe. This was accomplished by way of always reassuring me that meaning and purpose reside in me, so there is no need to search for something that is already an inherent aspect of who ‘I am’. When this resonated as truth in my heart the result was not something that can be described in words. The teachings he shared facilitated inner growth, allowing me to remove the cluttering of deep seated beliefs that in reality were self-limiting lies. Learning how to remove this clutter provided an opening where deep love and compassion could grow and be extended to others. Saying thank you to him are simple words holding a powerful essence of the gratitude that fills my heart each day when moving through life’s experiences with curiosity and wonder instead of fear and self-hate.