About Us
Medicine built on empathy, not ego.
Three naturopathic doctors who met as classmates, became close friends, and built the practice they always wanted to work in together.
Est. February 2024 · Tempe, AZ
How it started
Three classmates who never stopped working together.
Our story began at Sonoran University of Health Sciences, where the three of us first met. Spencer and Carie, both passionate about naturopathic medicine, stepped into leadership as President and Vice President of their cohort. A few years in, we met Bailey, and she quickly became part of the circle: not just a classmate, but a close friend who shared our love for natural health and wellness.
Navigating medical school was no small feat, especially through the challenges of COVID. We leaned on each other through long study nights, hectic clinic shifts, and the rollercoaster of learning to become doctors in a difficult time for the medical community and the world. Some of our best memories came from working acupuncture shifts together, where even in the busiest moments we found joy, connection, and purpose.
After boards, life took us in different directions. Spencer and Carie stayed on at Sonoran University as residents, while Bailey dove into private practice in Prescott Valley. But one thing was clear: we knew we wanted to work together again. That's how Love Your Health Natural Medicine was born.
Our Journey
Where we met
Sonoran University of Health Sciences. Spencer and Carie served as President and Vice President of their cohort. A few years in, Bailey joined the circle as a classmate and close friend.
Medical school through COVID
Long study nights, hectic clinic shifts, and learning to become doctors in a difficult time for the world. Some of our best memories came from working acupuncture shifts together.
Graduation, Costa Rica, and boards
We celebrated graduation the most relaxing way we knew how: a trip to Costa Rica. Then we came home, sat board exams, and all three of us passed.
Residency, faculty, and preceptorship
All three of us earned our naturopathic medical degrees from Sonoran University. Dr. Spencer and Dr. Carie gained clinical experience in a teaching residency program there, and Dr. Carie joined Sonoran's faculty. Dr. Bailey honed her skills in acupuncture and nature cure through a preceptorship before moving into private practice in Prescott Valley.
February 2024: LYHNM opens
Love Your Health Natural Medicine opened its doors in Tempe, AZ. Three doctors, one team, and a space where naturopathic medicine thrives. And the best part? We get to do it as friends.
Our philosophy
Find the why. Treat the whole person.
We believe health is not just a state of being. It's an act of love. To love your health is to honor your body, mind, and spirit, and that philosophy sits at the heart of everything we do.
So we don't just manage symptoms. We investigate, listen, and build care plans that address what's actually going on.
Root-Cause Medicine
We don't stop at "what" — we find the "why." Advanced labs, comprehensive health histories, and the detective work most doctors skip. Your symptoms have a source, and we'll find it.
Whole-Person Care
Your body doesn't work in isolated systems — and neither do we. We look at nutrition, hormones, mental health, lifestyle, and environment together. Because everything is connected.
Patient Empowerment
We don't just hand you a treatment plan — we educate you about your body so you understand why each step matters. You become an active partner in your own healing.
Your care team
The doctors behind the mission.
Every patient gets the combined expertise of all three doctors — because your health deserves more than one perspective.
Dr. Carie Perrino
NMD, RDN, CLT · Co-Founder
Dr. Carie's own battle with IBS and chronic digestive issues led her to naturopathic medicine. A registered dietitian turned naturopathic doctor, she brings a rare dual expertise to every patient. She earned her naturopathic medical degree from Sonoran University and joined its faculty, teaching nutrition, IV therapy, and medical ethics. She also teaches nutrition and test-taking strategies at Jersey College School of Nursing, and previously worked as a dietitian in Integrative Oncology at Banner MD Anderson.
Education
BS Nutritional Sciences, Mizzou · Sonoran University
Specialties
Gut Health · Cardiometabolic Health · Weight Loss · Hormone Balance
Dr. Spencer Warren
NMD · Co-Founder
Dr. Spencer graduated magna cum laude from ASU with a BS in Nutrition & Dietetics before earning her naturopathic medical degree from Sonoran University. Her prior work at Mayo Clinic provided a unique perspective that bridges conventional and naturopathic medicine. She's passionate about gut health, autoimmune conditions, hormone balancing, and weight loss, and she sees patients in both English and Spanish.
Education
BS Nutrition & Dietetics, ASU (magna cum laude) · Sonoran University
Specialties
Gut Health · Autoimmune · Hormone Balancing · Weight Loss
Dr. Bailey Newman
NMD
Dr. Bailey brings a unique blend of scientific rigor and cultural awareness to her practice. With dual degrees in Physiology and Spanish Literature from the University of Arizona, she's fluent in both English and Spanish, making care more accessible to the community. She earned her naturopathic medical degree from Sonoran University and honed her skills in acupuncture and nature cure through a preceptorship.
Education
BA Physiology + Spanish Literature, U of A · Sonoran University
Specialties
Women's Health · Acupuncture · Hormone Balancing · Weight Management
What makes us different
Not your typical doctor's office.
Our practice
Women-
Owned
& Operated
All three of our doctors are women who built this practice from scratch — because they knew healthcare could be better.
LGBTQ+ Founded & Friendly
A safe space for everyone.
Our practice was founded by members of the LGBTQ+ community. Inclusivity isn't an afterthought — it's in our DNA.
EN / ES
Bilingual Care
Dr. Spencer and Dr. Bailey are fluent in English and Spanish, making quality naturopathic care accessible to more of our community.
Academic Roots
Sonoran and Jersey College faculty. Mayo Clinic and Banner Health experience. We don't just practice medicine, we teach it.
3 Doctors Consult on Every Case
Your care isn't siloed. All three doctors collaborate and review cases together, so you get three expert opinions for the price of one visit.
Founders Who Bridge Both Worlds
Both founders have worked in the conventional medical system, are trained in nutrition, and appreciate an integrative approach to medical care.
Trusted credentials
Backed by training. Driven by purpose.
We're not just building a practice — we're building a new standard for how healthcare should feel.
Sonoran University
All 3 doctors trained
Women-Owned
Founded & operated
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Inclusive care for all
5.0 Google Rating
Patients love us
Dr. Perrino was recently featured in VoyagePhoenix for her work in naturopathic medicine. She continues to serve as faculty at Sonoran University of Health Sciences, shaping the next generation of naturopathic physicians through courses on nutrition, IV therapy, and medical ethics.
Our entire team is committed to ongoing education, clinical research, and community outreach — because better doctors make better medicine.
Let's get started
Ready to meet your new care team?
Whether you've been searching for answers for years or you're just starting your health journey, we're here for it. Request your first visit and see what medicine feels like when someone actually listens.
No referral needed · In-person in Tempe or virtual across Arizona