Root-Cause Medicine for Complex Chronic Illness
We help adults and families facing Lyme disease, immune dysfunction, autism-related conditions, and complex chronic illness find real answers and a clear path forward through systems-based, personalized care.
Root-Cause, Systems-Based Care
A Structured Approach to
Complex Chronic Conditions
Dr. Jonathan Otten is a naturopathic doctor focused on complex and chronic illness, including Lyme disease and other tickborne infections, immune dysregulation, autism spectrum conditions, and multi-system health disorders that often remain unresolved through conventional models of care.
Symptoms We
Commonly Address
Many of our patients come with ongoing, unresolved symptoms. We look at patterns across the body to understand root causes, not just isolated complaints.
Brain fog
Chronic inflammation
Chronic fatigue
Headaches and migraines
Sleep disruption
Thyroid and adrenal imbalance
Multi-system unexplained symptoms
Lyme and tickborne-related symptoms
Brain fog and cognitive decline
Joint and muscle pain
Mood instability and anxiety
Digestive dysfunction and food sensitivities
Complex chronic illness deserves a deeper approach.
You don’t need more guesses.
You need a clear strategy.
When symptoms persist and answers stay unclear, it usually means key drivers haven’t been identified yet.
At Northern Lights Medicine, Dr. Jonathan Otten uses functional medicine, advanced lab testing, and systems-based thinking to bring clarity to complex cases, including Lyme and tickborne illness, immune dysregulation, autism spectrum conditions, and multi-system symptoms.
From uncertainty to a structured, personalized plan forward.
Our Approach
Root-Cause Investigation
We look beyond surface symptoms to identify underlying drivers of illness using detailed history, pattern analysis, and systems-based evaluation.
Advanced Laboratory Analysis
Targeted functional and specialty testing helps uncover hidden imbalances and gives objective data to guide decisions and next steps.
Personalized Care Plans
Every protocol is individualized using nutrition, supplementation, botanical medicine, and lifestyle strategies tailored to the patient.
Systems-Based Strategy
Complex cases are approached as interconnected systems, not isolated problems, so care stays structured, coordinated, and measurable.
Meet
Dr. Jonathan Otten, ND
Dr. Jonathan Otten is a naturopathic doctor specializing in complex chronic illness and root-cause medicine. His work focuses on Lyme disease and other tickborne infections, immune dysregulation, autism spectrum conditions, and chronic multi-system conditions that often remain unresolved through conventional care.
His approach combines functional medicine, advanced laboratory analysis, nutritional biochemistry, botanical medicine, and systems-based thinking to build clear, personalized care strategies. He founded Northern Lights Medicine in 2019 to provide structured, individualized care for patients seeking deeper answers and a more strategic path to better health.
Your Path To Healing
01
Deep Case
Review
We start with a detailed review of your health history, symptoms, and prior testing to understand patterns and missing pieces. This creates a strong foundation for a more accurate and focused investigation.
02
Targeted Root-Cause Testing
When appropriate, advanced and functional laboratory testing is used to uncover hidden drivers and measurable imbalances. Testing is selected strategically, not generically, to guide real decisions.
03
Based on your findings, we build an individualized plan using nutrition, supplementation, botanical medicine, and systems-based protocols designed for your specific case and goals.
Services Offered
Complex Chronic
Illness Care
Comprehensive evaluation and root-cause strategies for patients with long-standing, multi-system symptoms that have not resolved with conventional approaches.
Lyme & Tickborne Illness Support
Structured assessment and personalized care plans for Lyme disease and related infections, focused on underlying drivers and system-wide impact.
Immune Dysregulation & Inflammation
Targeted functional medicine approach for chronic inflammation and immune imbalance using advanced testing and individualized protocols.
Autism Spectrum Support
Systems-based, root-cause focused care for children and families navigating autism spectrum conditions, with emphasis on metabolic and immune factors.
Functional Laboratory Testing
Advanced specialty and functional lab analysis to uncover hidden imbalances and guide precise, data-informed treatment decisions.
Personalized Nutrition & Botanical Medicine
Customized nutrition, supplement, and botanical strategies designed around each patient’s biochemistry, needs, and clinical findings.
Getting Started Is Simple
01
Book Your Strategy Session
Schedule your 15-minute Health Strategy Session to discuss your symptoms, history, and goals with Dr. Otten.
02
Get a Personalized Plan
We review your case and, when needed, recommend targeted testing and next steps based on your specific situation.
03
Begin Your Care Path
Start a structured, root-cause focused plan designed to move you toward measurable health improvement.
Patient Experiences
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What types of patients do you typically work with?
We primarily work with adults and families facing complex, chronic health conditions, including Lyme and tickborne illness, immune dysregulation, autism spectrum conditions, and multi-system symptoms that have not been fully resolved through conventional care.
2. How is your approach different from conventional medicine?
Our approach focuses on root causes and system-wide patterns, not just symptom control. We use functional medicine, advanced laboratory analysis, and personalized strategies to guide care decisions.
3. Do you use laboratory testing?
Yes. When appropriate, we use targeted functional and specialty lab testing to uncover hidden imbalances and better understand what is driving symptoms. Testing is selected based on each individual case.
4. Are treatment plans personalized?
Yes. Every care plan is individualized and may include nutrition, supplementation, botanical medicine, and lifestyle strategies based on your history, findings, and goals.
5. Do you offer an initial consultation?
Yes. We offer a 15-Minute Health Strategy Session to briefly review your situation and determine whether our approach is a good fit for your needs.
6. Do you work with patients who have already seen other providers?
Absolutely. Many of our patients come after seeing multiple providers. We specialize in complex cases where symptoms persist and a deeper, more structured investigation is needed.
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