About Dr. Carrie Decker
Carrie Decker, ND, is a naturopathic doctor in Hood River dedicated to root-cause, whole-person care. She graduated with honors in 2013 from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon, one of the key U.S. institutions for naturopathic medical training. In 2026, she completed the extensive Integrative Psychiatry Institute certificate program, an advanced training in integrative approaches to mental health that included 125 hours of training from world-renowned leaders and top-tier experts.
Education & Training
Dr. Decker's foundation combines rigorous naturopathic medical training with continued specialization in mental health and bodywork. She also received massage training at the Oregon School of Massage and continues to take courses to expand her bodywork offerings. She is an expert in dietary supplements from her many years working as a clinical educator and scientific director in the dietary supplement industry.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Decker’s primary clinical focus is mental health, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, and supporting individuals in recovery from substance or alcohol use disorders. She enjoys working with individuals who are integrating psychedelic experiences or using GLP-1 medications as part of their journey toward meaningful, lasting behavioral and lifestyle changes.
Dr. Decker also sees patients with digestive issues, chronic fatigue, brain fog, chronic infections, and insomnia. She approaches these conditions from a comprehensive viewpoint, primarily drawing from evidence-informed nutritional and botanical treatments, but also may include homeopathic remedies with complex cases of a chronic nature. Digestive health and nervous system balance are key to overall wellness and are often foundational components of care.
The Mind-Body Connection & Bodywork
Dr. Decker views the mind-body connection as an important part of holistic medicine and frequently encourages patients to incorporate therapeutic massage between naturopathic visits. Bodywork sessions may include Swedish massage, deep tissue work, myofascial release, visceral abdominal manipulation, and trauma-informed, patient-guided tissue work.
A Unique Path to Medicine
Prior to becoming a naturopathic physician, Dr. Decker earned master’s degrees in biomedical engineering from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and in mechanical engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She worked in engineering roles within the heavy machinery industries and aerospace, including at Boeing. Following her medical training, she held director-level positions in the dietary supplement and medical communications industries, working with leading companies, including Life Extension and Pfizer. Her diverse background informs her analytical, research-driven approach to patient care.
Beyond the Clinic
Outside the office, Dr. Decker enjoys exploring the Columbia River Gorge, where she can be found hiking, wing foiling, running, biking, or skiing and playing in the snow depending on the season.
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