Dr. Nicole McCarter, ND
Dr. Nicole McCarter is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor specializing in digestive health, hormone balance, skin conditions, and preventive medicine. She provides functional and integrative medicine care with a strong emphasis on identifying and treating the root causes of illness rather than simply managing symptoms. Dr. McCarter currently offers consultation-based care exclusively via telemedicine.
Dr. McCarter earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, recognized for its comprehensive clinical training in nutrition and botanical medicine. Following graduation, she completed a residency at Grain Integrative Health in Portland, Oregon, and later practiced in private practice in New York before joining Peninsula Integrative Medicine.
Clinical Specialties
- Skin Health & Dermatologic Conditions: Acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and other inflammatory skin conditions, with a focus on identifying underlying triggers and supporting skin health through integrative, personalized treatment approaches
- Women’s Health & Hormone Balance: preconception care, fertility support and optimization, PMS, PMDD, PMOS (formerly PCOS), menstrual irregularities, endometriosis, perimenopause, menopause, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)
- Endocrinology & Thyroid Health: Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, hormone imbalances, autoimmune-related endocrine conditions, adrenal dysfunction or adrenal fatigue and thyroid optimization support
- Gut Health & Digestive Disorders: BS, IBD, SIBO/SIFO, acid reflux, heartburn, GERD, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, leaky gut, H. pylori infection, celiac disease, food sensitivities, microbiome support, and personalized treatment strategies to optimize gut health, digestive function, and overall wellness.
- Integrative Cardiology & Metabolic Health: cardiovascular risk reduction, cholesterol management, weight optimization, blood sugar balance, Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and evidence-based GLP-1 therapies for metabolic and cardiovascular health support
- General Wellness & Vitality: Support for fatigue, stress-related concerns, immune resilience, and overall energy, with a focus on restoring balance and creating sustainable long-term wellness
Approach to Medicine and Care Model
Dr. McCarter combines evidence-based naturopathic medicine with conventional medical science to create personalized, holistic treatment plans that support long-term wellness. Her philosophy centers on understanding why symptoms occur; she investigates the underlying imbalances contributing to digestive disorders, hormone dysfunction, skin conditions, and fatigue.
She believes true healing happens when the body’s natural systems are supported rather than suppressed. By addressing root causes through nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and targeted natural therapies, Dr. McCarter helps patients restore balance, improve vitality, and achieve sustainable health outcomes.
Treatment plans are individualized and may include:
- Functional and nutritional assessment
- Personalized nutrition counseling
- Herbal and botanical medicine
- Nutritional supplementation
- Lifestyle and stress management support
- Preventive and wellness-focused care
Dr. McCarter maintains a consultation-based telemedicine practice, offering personalized functional medicine care for patients seeking a thoughtful and root-cause-oriented approach to health. She collaborates closely with her clinical team for in-person services, including physical exams, injection therapies, and acupuncture.
Education and Advanced Training
- Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, Sonoran University of Health Sciences (formerly Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine)
- Residency Training, Grain Integrative Health, Portland, OR
Affiliations
- American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
- California Naturopathic Doctors Association
Outside of the Clinic
Outside of clinical practice, Dr. McCarter enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children and values maintaining a balanced, family-centered lifestyle. To read more about Dr. McCarter, you can also visit her website here.
Work with Dr. McCarter
Dr. McCarter sees patients exclusively via telehealth Tuesday-Friday.
Her New Patient Appointments include 60 minutes of appointment time plus an additional hour of non-patient facing time for Dr. McCarter to review medical records, health history questionnaires, and recent labs submitted by the patient prior to the appointment. Follow-up visits generally range from 30-45 minutes.
Request an appointment online, or if you have questions about working with Dr. McCarter, call our office at (650) 485-2758 or send us a message so that one of our patient care coordinators can assist you.