Our Naturopathic Doctors
Kava Collaborative Health in South Portland, Maine, stands as a testament to the visionary co-founders, Naturopathic Doctors Sara Hyde and Tara O'Brien. Their combined expertise and dedication have fostered an environment focused on holistic wellness and integrative health practices.
Sara Hyde, ND
Cofounder, Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathic Doctor Sara Hyde, a co-founder of Kava Collaborative Health, began her journey in private practice with Stellaria Natural Medicine after graduating from Bastyr University. There, she focused on primary care and preventative medicine. Over time, her expertise expanded to include complex chronic diseases, mental health, and metabolic disorders. She has a passion for addressing environmentally acquired illness. She recognizes the underestimated, and too frequently overlooked, impact of daily toxin exposure on chronic health problems today.
Dr. Hyde integrates a blend of conventional medicine and evidence-based natural therapies, such as botanical medicine, nutrition, counseling, hydrotherapy and homeopathy. This comprehensive approach allows her to design personalized plans not only to nurture your physical well-being but also your mental and emotional health.
Outside of patient care, Dr. Hyde enjoys spending time with her children, practicing yoga, solving puzzles, going on hikes, cooking, and attending live music events. She is currently accepting new patients over the age of 13.
Clinical Focus:
Mental Health
Womens Health
Aging and Metabolic Health
Cardiovascular Health
MCAS/Fibro/Chronic Pain
GI Health
Acute Care
Tara O’Brien, ND
Cofounder, Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathic Doctor Tara O'Brien, a 2020 graduate of Bastyr University, has a strong dedication to patient-centered care, deeply rooted in a trauma-informed and weight-inclusive paradigm, which has ultimately inspired her to cofound Kava Collaborative Health (KCH).
With a belief that the clinical experience itself can be a form of medicine, Dr. O'Brien takes a unique approach to patient care. Her mission is not only to address immediate health concerns but to guide her patients in redefining their personal concept of health. By encouraging individuals to explore their own definition of well-being and its origin, she empowers them to reclaim their bodily autonomy.
At KCH, Dr. Tara O'Brien welcomes new patients seeking yearly wellness visits, acute care, and problem-focused exams. Her practice encompasses a diverse range of modalities, including physical medicine, counseling, and botanical remedies. While her primary focus is on pediatric and family medicine, Dr. O'Brien's expertise extends to numerous facets of healthcare, offering a holistic and inclusive approach to healing.
Clinical Focus:
Pediatrics
Family Care
Acute Care
SIBO/Digestive concerns
Mental Health
Hormonal Health (Gender Inclusive)
Skin Conditions
Vaccine Catch Up Planning and Support
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