ABOUT US

IT TAKES A VILLAGE.

WE BELIEVE THAT EVERYONE ON OUR TEAM PLAYS A CRUCIAL ROLE IN HELPING YOUR DOG AND CAT.

OUR MISSION

At Naturopawthic Veterinary Wellness Center, our goal is to optimize wellness in the whole patient. Our natural approach stimulates the body’s own healing abilities by supplying and supporting the groundwork for health by getting to the root of the problem. 

We utilize acupuncture, herbal medicine, body work, food therapy, cold laser therapy, and much more to restore the animal’s health instead of just suppressing symptoms. This provides the structure for balancing the physical body as a whole, including the emotional and mental needs of our patients. In doing so, we are able to enhance the inner terrain (tissues, organs, vessels, nerves) as well as the external forces (nutrition from food, air, joy from our surroundings) so the vitality flows with ease. This provides a strong foundation for our patients to live their best lives, including those with chronic diseases. We want all of our patients to function at their optimum level. 

Our model of medicine treats the whole patient and not just the symptoms. For example, if we see a patient for an ear infection, we will:

  1. Examine the whole body

  2. Utilize acupuncture to stimulate the immune system

  3. Address underlying imbalances in the patient’s life

  4. Treat the symptoms of the infection

If you determine the pattern of imbalance, you can successfully treat the majority of illnesses with foods and herbs to support the body’s self-healing mechanisms. The holistic medicine model trusts the inherent wisdom of the body and recognizes the vital force within all of us. 

The natural state where all systems are able to communicate and support each other is the goal we are looking to achieve. The less resistance there is in our beings, whether mental, physical, or spiritual, the brighter our life force will shine.

Our bodies are consistently self-regulating and responding to changes in the internal as well as external ecosystems. It is important to recognize this amazing ability and support it using natural and biomedical medicines to ensure this elegant balance is maintained. 

MEET OUR TEAM

I received my Bachelor of Science from Rutgers University- Cook College in 2000, and my BVetMed (Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine) from the Royal Veterinary College, London, in 2005.

All of my years as a veterinarian, in addition to all the years of training in holistic and naturopathic medicine, have given me the tools for the best approach to health and wellness. I look at the entire patient as an individual, getting to the root cause, and use the power of nature along with modern science.

In my spare time I can be found at a soccer field cheering on my two boys, picking figs in my back yard with Lulu, doing yoga, creating pottery, or hanging out on the beach in Greece.

Dr. T’s full bio including publications

Let me explain the other initials behind my name. I received my Certificate in Veterinary Acupuncture in 2009 (Chi University), my Graduate Diploma in Veterinary Herbal Medicine in 2017 (College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies), earned my Certificate in Herbal Medicine in 2016 (David Winston's School of Herbal Studies) and became a Registered Herbalist (RH- American Herbalist Guild) in 2020 and was accepted as a Fellow of the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine in 2023. I have also done extensive studies in Food Therapy (Chi and CIVT), Spinal Manipulation (Health Pioneers Institute), ozone therapy as well as continuing education in conventional veterinary medicine.

HI, I’M DR. ALEXIA TSAKIRIS

  • Hi, I'm Kate

    I am a graduate of the University of Delaware and have been in veterinary medicine since graduation. When I am not keeping things running smoothly, I can be found playing volleyball with my husband, bowling, and cuddling with my 2 cats.

  • Hi, I'm Erin

    I graduated from Stockton University and dabbled as a baker until finding my love of vet med. In my spare time, I can be found walking around town or hiking with my four legged child Huey Lewis. I received my certification in Natural Animal Nutrition from the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies. I have seen the benefits of using fresh, healthy foods in my own pets as well as in our patients and truly believe food is medicine. I would love to speak with you about a balanced, home-cooked diet for your pet!

Naturpawthic Vet Wellness App.

  • “Dr. Tsakiris & her staff are all incredibly knowledgeable, kind and caring. My dog loves going to see them & happily runs right into their office to greet everyone, which (especially considering we started going during the pandemic so have only ever done curbside visits) tells me everything I need to know about them. “

    -Rachel S.

  • “I have been taking my pup, Emma, for several years after an injury. The medical 'cure' was to take medication that could lead to liver damage so I sought a more natural path. Dr. T was the perfect solution. Emma now only needs to go periodically when she does too much. She is so calm for the sessions and they are just what she needs. Dr. T and the entire staff is so gently and understanding. Extremely happy!”

    -Sharon M

  • “The perfect experience, exactly what I was looking for in a holistic approach to taking care of my dog. My primary recommended surgery for my dogs partially torn ACL but thankfully Dr. Alexia Tsakiris recommended acupuncture and laser treatments along with some herbal supplements. After just one visit my dog is doing better. Dr. Tsakiris really took the time to go over everything related to my dog and that brought me such piece of mind to know she ACTUALLY cared enough about my dog to explain everything to me. Couldn't thank her enough. I definitely recommend it.”

    -Lex M.

  • “There is gentleness at this place. All my dogs have received wonderful care from my dogs who were healthy to all my dogs with severe health issues. They were a light in the darkness for me til the end of my dogs' lives.”

    -Krista H

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