Dr. Anna Colombini
Naturopathic Physician
A Pacific Northwest native, Dr. Anna Colombini is the owner of Peninsula Natural Health Center and practices primary care for the whole family with a focus on stress related conditions, women’s health and autoimmunity. She works with each patient to develop personalized treatment plans specific to their needs and goals.
Dr. Colombini believes strongly in empowerment through knowledge and uses this in her practice when working on lifestyle modifications. She understands that in today’s world, there are many demands on our mind, body and spirit. Helping others to ease into a healthier way of being and ultimately optimal health is one of her main goals as a physician. Out of this passion for health and wellness, she created PNHC’s wellness blog to support her patients in their individual path to optimal wellness. Dr. Colombini believes that respectful and compassionate listening, along with excellent healthcare and ample resources in support of lifestyle modifications provides for confidence and trust in the relationship between provider and patient.
As a primary care physician Dr. Colombini offers lifestyle counseling, herbal and nutritional supplementation, laboratory analysis, wellness exams for children, student athletes, women and men, and imaging and specialist referrals. When necessary, and in the best interest of her patients well-being, she will advise on and prescribe pharmaceutical medications.
Dr. Colombini graduated from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. She went on to complete her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine at Bastyr University in 2005. Bastyr continues to be one of the world’s leading academic centers for education, research and clinical service in the natural health arts and sciences. Upon graduating from Bastyr, she began practicing as a naturopathic resident at the former Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic where she continues to practice today.
Dr. Rachel Goyette
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Goyette is a New Hampshire native and completed a 2-year residency at Peninsula Natural Health Center. She has an undergraduate degree at the University of New Hampshire in Neuroscience and Behavior prior to completing her Naturopathic Doctorate at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. She is passionate about finding the root cause of her patients symptoms and tailoring therapies to their needs. Her areas of interest include digestive issues, women’s health, skin disorders, hormone balancing, nutrition, and autoimmune conditions. She also has a special interest in treating Lyme disease and chronic Epstein Barr virus. When she is not working, she enjoys baking and spending time with her family in nature.
Dr. Alex Kasinskas
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Alex is an associate physician at Peninsula Natural Health Center. He provides both primary care and naturopathic supportive care and is excited to see patients with any type of health concern.
Dr. Alex has a special interest in mind-body medicine including teaching patients with stress-related conditions how to use functional breathing to support balance in their nervous system. He has extensive experience in counseling and loves to help patients better understand themselves so they can embody the person the want to be in the world.
Dr. Alex also enjoys physical medicine including soft tissue and joint manipulation as well as craniosacral therapy. He is passionate about and well-trained in natural approaches to gynecological conditions, inflammatory skin conditions, and cardiometabolic disease such as elevated cholesterol and hypertension. He uses evidence-based nutritional and lifestyle strategies to establish the foundation of health for his patients. He most resonates with the naturopathic principle tolle causam which is Latin for “identify and treat the underlying cause of disease.”
In his free time you can find Dr. Alex working out, listening to podcasts or music, updating his clinic notebook, finding good deals at grocery stores and spending time with loved ones.
Dr. Alex values listening, respect and empowerment of the individual. He looks forward to working with you to reach your therapeutic goals.
Dr. Shawna Swanson
Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Shawna Swanson is a Naturopathic resident who embraces a holistic approach to health, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. With clinical training in women’s health, she focuses on enhancing overall wellness through natural hormone balancing techniques. Dr. Swanson views gut health as vital to holistic well-being, emphasizing its role in dermatological and mental health, as well as effective toxin elimination. She is passionate about providing comprehensive primary care, including pediatric health, and managing metabolic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Utilizing her biofeedback training, she helps patients manage chronic pain and stress. Dr. Swanson is committed to fostering a compassionate environment where patients feel empowered in their health journey. Outside the clinic, she enjoys exploring nature and engaging in creative activities that inspire well-being such as cooking and hiking.