Christy Montes, ND, BS, CNHP, LEHP
Doctor of Naturopathy
Certified Natural Healthcare Provider
Dr. Christy began her career in education, earning her bachelor's degree from Liberty University and obtaining teaching certifications across 37 states. However, her path took a profound turn when her first daughter was born and she discovered that she faced severe health challenges, including extensive psoriasis. Following exhaustive medical consultations that recommended lifelong high-dose medication from just 14 months old, Dr. Christy sought alternatives.
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Driven by her daughter's health journey, she immersed herself in holistic medicine. Through dedicated research and exploration,
Dr. Christy witnessed a remarkable transformation in her daughter's health, including the complete healing of her skin condition. This experience fueled her transition from teaching in private schools to pursue her passion for holistic healing, addressing both emotional and physical well-being.
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Her commitment led her to achieve advanced certifications in natural health from the National Association of Health Professionals in 2011, followed by graduating with honors from Trinity University with a doctorate in naturopathic medicine in 2015. Dr. Christy is licensed under the Guardian Ecclesiastical Medical Association and holds certifications from the National Association of Certified Professionals in muscle testing, consultations, and nutrition. She is also skilled in emotional CPR and specializes in Bio-Energy Balancing, specifically Voll therapy.
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At Trinity Psychology & Wellness, Dr. Christy offers naturopathic services tailored to clients seeking alternative approaches to holistic brain and body health. Her approach is deeply educational, aiming not only to discover issues within the body but also to empower clients with knowledge about their body's strengths and weaknesses. She provides clear guidance on optimizing bodily functions through personalized strategies.
Education & Certifications
2020-present
Licensed Ecclesiastical Holistic Practitioner
2015-present
Doctor of Naturopathy from Trinity College of Natural Health
2012-present
Voll therapy from Energetic Wellness School of Naturopathy.
2011-present
Certified in Emotional Center Point Release Therapy
2011-present
Certified in Nutrition
2011-present
Certified in Muscle Testing & Consultations
2011-present
Certified Natural Health Professional
Dr. Christy incorporates western and eastern traditions into her practice as well as her Christian faith. The Guardian Ecclesiastical Holistic Association is for holistic health and faith based providers to not only educate their members, but also provide a peer support network with other natural healthcare providers.
Dr. Christy found that a naturopathic approach to medicine not only helped her family but has helped so many others. She pursued her doctorate of naturopathy from Trinity College of Natural Health and has been helping people ever since. She felt a calling to helping others when her own daughter faced health problems as an infant. Dr. Christy has helped over two thousand five hundred people regain control of their health and healing.
Dr. Christy wanted to gain a better understanding of how energies and compounds affect the body. Voll therapy investigates how individuals react to different compounds without having to ingest or try them. Dr. Christy uses tools that have been practiced for many years.
Dr. Christy is certified in Emotional Center Point Release Therapy from Energetic Wellness School of Naturopathy. This type of therapy assists in the alleviation of emotional attachment to certain triggers. Using specific points on the body can help an individual work through these emotions. Dr. Christy incorporates not only body health at her practice but also emotional.
Dr. Christy believes that nutrition plays a monumental role in health. She has her certification in nutrition from The Institute of the Natural Association of Certified Natural Health Professionals and is able to perform nutritional testing. Often times, foods and other ingestible compounds can cause a multitude of symptoms. Consequentially, eliminating certain items may help diminish symptoms.
Dr. Christy is certified in muscle testing from The Institute of the Natural Association of Certified Natural Health Professionals. Muscle testing is tool used to determine the strengths and/or weaknesses in the body that may be brought about by sensitivities in the environment as well as foods. Dr. Christy offers to help individuals discover and eliminate the physiological negative or positive reactions.
Dr. Christy is certified through the Institute of the Natural Association of Certified Natural Health Professionals. She is a regular participant in continuing education opportunities to expand her skills and talents in order to deliver the best care to her clients.
1992-1996
Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia
Dr. Christy is a 1992 honors graduate from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia with a Bachelor of Science in Education. She achieved PK-8 Certification with reciprocity in 37 states. Christy was heavily involved on her college campus and was a cheerleader for the Liberty Flames.