Dr. Emalee Knudsen, ND, L.Ac.
Dr. Emalee Knudsen, ND, LAc
Integrative Gastrointestinal & Microbiome Specialist
Dr. Emalee Knudsen is a board-certified Naturopathic Physician and Licensed Acupuncturist, trained at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. With dual expertise in Naturopathic Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, she offers a uniquely integrative, personalized approach that bridges the wisdom of Eastern traditions with the science of Western medicine.
Dr. Knudsen completed an intensive two-year medical residency under Dr. Ilana Gurevich, ND, LAc, where she gained advanced training in gastrointestinal health and primary care. Since then her practice centers around the microbiome, gut-brain axis, hormone balance, and metabolic health.
Clinical Philosophy
Grounded in the naturopathic principle of Docere—“doctor as teacher”—Dr. Knudsen fosters a collaborative, compassionate environment where patients feel informed, empowered, and actively engaged in their healing journey.
Her care draws from a wide array of evidence-informed natural therapies, including:
• Western & Chinese medicine
• Nutritional supplements
• Hydrotherapy
• Dietary and lifestyle counseling
• Perineural injection therapy
• Amino Acid Therapy for mood related conditions
• Acupuncture, cupping, trigger point release, guasha, electroacupuncture, and moxibustion
Clinical Focus
Digestive Health
Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Microscopic Colitis, Celiac Disease, IBS, SIBO, methane overgrowth, Candida/SIFO, GERD, gallbladder dysfunction, bloating, nausea, chronic diarrhea/constipation, food allergies, liver detox support.
Hormonal Health
PCOS, Endometriosis, Menopause, PMS/PMDD, painful or irregular periods, thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions, recurrent BV/yeast infections, metabolic disorders.
Chronic & Acute Pain
Back and neck pain, joint issues, fibromyalgia, arthritis, rheumatologic conditions, peripheral neuropathy, headaches.
Other Concerns
Anxiety, depression, insomnia, chronic fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, MCAS/histamine intolerance, sinus issues, food/environmental allergies.
Outside the Clinic
When she’s not caring for patients at Kwan Yin Healing Arts Center, Dr. Knudsen enjoys browsing local farmers markets, cooking wholesome meals, and playing board games with her family.