Hi, I’m Suzanne Colby
My love for healing and understanding the intricacies of the human body began with my first pregnancy. Deeply inspired by the changes I was experiencing within, I dove into research on nutrition, medicinal herbs, and the mind-body connection. I started perceiving wellness from a holistic and cellular perspective. Inspired by the correlation between inner alignment and health, I found harmony in daily mindfulness practices and intuitive meditation work. After attending a friend’s labor, I was overcome with an irresistible calling to midwifery and women’s health. While guiding, educating, and holding space through the vulnerable moments of pregnancy, birth and postpartum, I witnessed women step into their power and become their own advocates. I saw the strength of truly being present; the empowerment that occurs when we feel seen and heard.
I am a Licensed Midwife (LM), Certified Professional Midwife (CPM), and Certified Women’s Integrative Medicine Institute Practitioner. An accomplished entrepreneur, I have helped build multiple businesses, including co-founding Moonstone Midwives Birth Center, the first free-standing birth center in Northern California.
NaturaVita Wellness is the culmination of over 25 years of education and experience. It is where my dedication to our community meets my expertise in communication, herbs, supplements, hormones, nutrition, mindfulness and women’s health. Connecting heart to heart, getting to the roots of where healing begins, and finding expansion of self, is where my passion lies. Intuition, science, traditional wisdom, and innovative testing are the foundations of NaturaVita Wellness. My mission is to empower clients through individualized, evidence-based care.
When I’m not exploring nature or making memories with friends and family, you might find me snuggled under a blanket with a book. New adventures, dancing, and vibrant sunsets are what fill me with joy. Being surrounded by the people I love fuels my soul. Helping others fuel their soul, feeds my fire.
My Approach: Root Medicine with Heart
For over 15 years, I've specialized in the delicate interplay between hormones, metabolism, stress physiology, and digestive health—particularly supporting women through preconception, perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. I also work with men as an educator, helping them understand and optimize their own hormonal landscapes.
My philosophy is grounded in prevention and partnership. Rather than waiting for disease to announce itself, we work proactively to recognize early whispers of imbalance and gently restore equilibrium. I serve as your guide, educator, and collaborative partner—not as a gatekeeper of wellness, but as someone walking beside you, illuminating possibilities and empowering you with evidence based knowledge.
Comprehensive Hormone Analysis
Panels for complete hormone mapping, cortisol rhythms, sex hormone metabolism, and adrenal function
The Tools We Use:
Gut Ecosystem Mapping
Comprehensive stool analysis, microbiome diversity, SIBO testing, digestive enzyme function
Thyroid Optimization
Full thyroid assessment including Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, TSH, and antibodies
Neurotransmitter Balance
Assessment of serotonin, dopamine, GABA, and other mood-regulating compounds
Specialized Testing
As needed—heavy metals, environmental toxins, food sensitivities, genetic markers
Metabolic Health
Fasting insulin, glucose regulation, HbA1c, advanced lipid profiles, inflammatory markers
Nutritional Status
Vitamin D, B vitamins, essential minerals, omega fatty acids
Root Medicine, Not Symptom Management
We don't chase symptoms—we follow them upstream to their source. Every protocol is designed with your whole self in mind: your biochemistry, your life circumstances, your values, your goals. Whether you're navigating the sacred passage of perimenopause, preparing your body for conception, building metabolic resilience, or simply seeking to age with grace and vitality, this work is about cultivating healthspan—living fully, not just longer.
Partnering in Your Wellness Journey
Compassionate education and personalized guidance rooted in 15+ years of hormone health expertise. Prevention-centered. Science-backed. Soul-honoring.
Initial Comprehensive Consultation
(90 minutes): $300
Thorough exploration of your health story, symptoms, patterns, and goals
Review of current labs and health history
Discussion of relevant functional testing options
Preliminary insights and initial recommendations
Personalized protocol development (nutrition, supplements, lifestyle practices)
Educational resources tailored to your journey
Follow-Up Consultation
(60 minutes): $200
In-depth interpretation of functional lab results
Refinement of strategies based on your evolving needs
Ongoing education and empowerment
Functional lab testing is additional and varies based on your unique needs, typically ranging from $200-$800 depending on complexity.
Extended Follow-Up
(30 minutes): $125
Progress check-ins
Protocol adjustments
Questions and ongoing support
Comprehensive Wellness Consultation & Education
In our work together, I serve as your educator, guide, and collaborative partner. My role is to help you deeply understand what's happening in your body, interpret your functional lab results with nuance and care, and co-create personalized protocols that honor your bio-individuality. What Our Partnership Includes:
What You Can Expect
Personalized Functional Lab Interpretation
I help you understand what your body is communicating through comprehensive testing—not just whether markers are "in range," but whether they're optimal for you. Together we'll explore the story your labs are telling.Root-Cause Protocols
Every recommendation is tailored to your biochemistry, lifestyle, and goals. We address upstream causes through targeted nutrition, quality supplementation, stress management, movement practices, and lifestyle medicine.Education & Empowerment
You'll gain a deep understanding of your hormones, metabolism, gut health, and the interconnected systems that create vitality. Knowledge is medicine, and you'll leave each session better equipped to advocate for yourself.Collaborative Care
If you're working with other practitioners, I'm happy to provide detailed notes and recommendations to share with your physician, or care team for integrated support.
Prevention Before Crisis.
Partnership Over Prescription.
We practice root medicine—investigating what's upstream rather than simply managing downstream symptoms. This is preventive care in its truest form: identifying subtle imbalances years before they become diagnoses, and creating the conditions for your body to heal itself.
Whether you're navigating hormonal transitions, optimizing fertility, building metabolic resilience, or cultivating vibrant longevity, this work is about more than symptom relief—it's about discovering what true vitality feels like in your body.
My Role as Educator & Guide
I work with clients as a health educator and wellness consultant. While I bring 15+ years of specialized expertise in hormone optimization and functional medicine, I serve as your partner and guide—helping you understand your body's language and empowering you with evidence-based strategies for healing.
For women, I can provide comprehensive wellness care within my scope as a Licensed Midwife and Certified Integrative Practitioner. For men, I serve exclusively as an educator and consultant.
I cannot diagnose, treat disease, or prescribe medications. All recommendations are educational in nature and should be discussed with your licensed healthcare provider as appropriate. You remain the author of your own health journey—I'm here to illuminate the path and walk beside you.
Office Location
822 G St., Suite 6, Arcata, CA 95521
Email:
Suzanne@naturavitawellness.com
Phone: (707) 677-8819
Big Ideas, Real Impact
Driven by curiosity and built on purpose, this is where bold thinking meets thoughtful execution.