Renee Young, ND
Dr. Renee Young, ND, is a pioneering Naturopathic Doctor and founder of the Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness in Los Gatos, California. With over two decades of experience, she is a clinical leader in advanced naturopathic diagnostics.
Dr. Young is a member of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association and is widely recognized for her expertise in hormone health, weight management, and longevity medicine.
Outside of work, Dr. Young enjoys spending time with her husband, son, and German Shepherd. Their property in the mountains of Los Gatos is home to a beautiful organic garden, lots of fruit trees, and countless chickens.
About Dr. Young
Dr. Renee Young didn’t just choose naturopathic medicine – it chose her, through years of being the patient nobody had answers for. As a teenager, she bounced through the medical system, misdiagnosed and dismissed until a naturopathic doctor finally connected the dots and got her well. Years later, when her own mother, facing cancer, received more clinical indifference than compassion, Renee saw firsthand the gaping hole in conventional care.
That’s when it clicked: medicine should be personal, human, and curious. Her work isn’t just a profession – it’s a calling shaped by being the patient no one listened to.
So now? She listens deeply.
Dr. Young loves being able to care for her patients autonomously. Owning and operating her own clinic allows her to be a doctor as she sees best for my patients. It is important to her that people get the care they need – one size does not fit all!
“You cannot rush the business of people. When someone sits with me, they’re the most important thing in the world.”
Training & Experience
Unlike many of her naturopathic peers, Dr. Renee Young received a unique, science-forward clinical education. After graduating with a B.S. in both biology and psychology, Dr. Young earned her doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine at the University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport, Conn. She went on to become one of the first Naturopathic Doctors to be licensed in California.
Dr. Young’s extensive clinical experience includes her residency as a primary care doctor at the Weight Loss & Natural Medicine Clinic in Cheshire, Connecticut. During her residency, she treated individuals with a variety of conditions that contributed to their weight gain, such as thyroid disorders, menstrual irregularities, peri-menopause, polycystic ovarian syndrome, autoimmune diseases, food allergies, and many more.
As part of the inaugural class at the University of Bridgeport’s College of Naturopathic Medicine, she trained directly alongside Yale physicians and public health leaders, including completing clinical rotations at Griffin Hospital, Yale’s integrative medical center, and studying epidemiology under renowned expert Dr. David Katz.
She has since trained with some of the country’s leading Naturopathic and Medical doctors in the field of Alternative medicine, including:
- Dr. David L. Katz, MD, MPH, FACPM, FACP – at Yale New Haven Integrative Medical Center, Griffin Hospital
- Dr. Tori Hudson, ND – expert in women’s health
- Dr. Jonathan Wright, MD – bio-identical hormone replacement guru
- Dr. Rick Marinellio, ND – expert in prolo-therapy and pain management
Certifications
Dr. Young is a member of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association and holds certifications in:
- IV therapy
- Ozone therapy
- Prolozone therapy
- Peptide therapy
- HRT & Hormone pellet implantation
- BTL Emsella treatment
- Hair restoration lasers
- Hyperbaric oxygen safety director
- VO2 Max Testing
- Laser therapy for pain management
“I was one of the first NDs licensed in California, license number 26. I have now been practicing in the same place for 20 years.”
Approach & Values
Her early exposure to both conventional and integrative care forged a unique clinical lens: one that values data over dogma and precision over philosophy. This background continues to shape her practice today, blending rigorous diagnostics and conventional labs with the best of functional medicine.
As one of the first Naturopathic Doctors licensed in California, Dr. Young has consistently remained at the forefront of her field. She’s not your typical naturopath – she doesn’t trade in crystals or offer cleanses – she’s a longevity strategist who has built one of California’s most advanced, vertically integrated naturopathic clinics. Her approach is unapologetically science-driven, tech-forward, and tailored to the high-functioning patients she serves.
Like a sound financial plan, good health is no accident. Dr. Young helps her patients go beyond solving immediate issues to identifying root causes and investing in strategies that support disease prevention and longevity.
Dr. Young’s clientele ranges from professional athletes, including members of the San Jose Sharks, to high-performing professionals seeking optimized health and performance. Her evidence-based, forward-thinking approach has earned her a reputation as an innovative leader in the field of naturopathic medicine.
“We’re passionate about using time-tested natural therapies along with sound scientific clinical knowledge.”
Beyond the Clinic
Outside her clinical practice, Dr. Young exemplifies her commitment to holistic living, residing with her family on a self-sustaining property in the Los Gatos mountains. Here, she maintains an organic garden, practices sustainable living, and continually connects with nature, mirroring the integrative principles she champions professionally.
Visit Dr. Young at the Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness
Discover your roadmap to optimal health at the Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness. To meet with Dr. Young, call us at 408-761-6781 or complete our online contact form to schedule your consultation today.
