If you are searching for a holistic or integrative doctor in Pasadena, Dr. Kneessi sees patients in person at the Odenton office, about 20 to 25 minutes away, and by video every weekday. Dr. Ryan Kneessi is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND), not an MD or DO, who takes a holistic, integrative approach. He earned his ND from National University of Health Sciences in 2013 and holds an active naturopathic doctor license in Maryland. He works with adults who want time to talk through their health, a clear explanation of their lab work, and an educational plan that fits real life.
Many health concerns have more than one contributing factor. Instead of looking at a single symptom on its own, Dr. Kneessi takes the time to understand your history, your daily habits, and your lab work, so you can see how the pieces may connect. The goal is a root-cause conversation that helps you understand your body and leave with a clear, practical plan that fits your life.
Dr. Ryan Kneessi, ND
Licensed naturopathic doctor in Maryland · ND, National University of Health Sciences, 2013 · practicing since 2014.
Office: 1350 Blair Dr Suite HH, Odenton, MD 21113 · Get directions · video visits anywhere in Maryland.
Not ready to book yet? You can browse the professional-grade supplements Dr. Kneessi uses in his online dispensary or take the Supplement Match quiz.
A holistic approach for Pasadena households
Pasadena stretches along the Magothy and Patapsco rivers, from Lake Shore and Riviera Beach to the Mountain Road corridor, and many residents spend their free time on the water or keeping up with family. People often come in when they have been told their labs look normal but still do not feel like themselves. A holistic visit is a chance to talk through sleep, stress, meals, digestion, hormones, and movement together, and to leave with an educational plan that explains the reasoning behind each suggestion.
For people curious about lab work, the articles on the ApoB test and hs-CRP show the plain-language way Dr. Kneessi explains individual markers.
Supplements and your current care
Integrative care includes making sure supplements fit safely with the medications you already take. Dr. Kneessi goes through your list, notes anything worth discussing with your prescriber, and explains what he looks for in practitioner-grade products. The page on how Dr. Kneessi chooses supplements describes his quality standards.
How visits work
Every new patient starts with a free 15-minute call. If it feels like a good fit, the initial consult is a longer visit covering your history, current routines, medications, supplements, and any prior lab work, followed by a written plan that explains the reasoning behind each suggestion. Follow-ups review results and adjust the plan. In-office visits in Odenton are Tuesday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and Monday and Friday are video visits only. Video visits are available to anyone located in Maryland at the time of the visit.
To make paying for your visit simple, HSA and FSA cards are accepted, and we recommend that you check with your plan administrator about eligibility for your visit.
Getting to the office from Pasadena
From most of Pasadena the Odenton office is about 20 to 25 minutes away by Route 100 west to I-97 south and Route 32 west, and a little longer from the Lake Shore end of Mountain Road. Parking is on site at Odenton Chiropractic.
For more local detail, see the page on naturopathic care across Anne Arundel County. People comparing options across the area can also read about holistic and integrative care across Maryland and the holistic doctor page for Annapolis.
Pasadena neighborhoods and how visits fit your week
People come from Lake Shore, Riviera Beach, Green Haven, Orchard Beach, and the neighborhoods along Mountain Road, Fort Smallwood Road, and the Ritchie Highway corridor. Many of them commute toward Baltimore, Glen Burnie, or BWI, so a visit that fits around work matters. Most Pasadena patients do a mix of video visits from home and occasional visits to the Odenton office when they want to go over results face to face.
Some Pasadena practices offer integrative primary care, while Dr. Kneessi is a licensed naturopathic doctor who works alongside the primary care you already have. The article is a holistic doctor a real doctor? explains that difference, and the guide on how to choose a holistic doctor in Maryland lists good questions to ask. Neighbors nearby can also read about holistic and integrative care near Glen Burnie and Severna Park, and the areas we serve page lists every town page in one place.
Ways to get started
- Book a free 15-minute consult to ask questions and see whether working together makes sense.
- Take the free supplement quiz for an educational starting point you can bring to your visit.
- Browse the practitioner-grade supplement guide by health goal, which links to the Fullscript catalog.
- Read how Dr. Kneessi chooses supplements, including what he looks for in quality and testing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Kneessi a holistic doctor or a real doctor?
He is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND). “Holistic” describes an approach rather than a license, and Dr. Kneessi uses a holistic, integrative approach within the scope of his naturopathic license. He is not an MD or DO.
Is there an office in Pasadena?
No. The office is in Odenton, about 20 to 25 minutes from most of Pasadena, and video visits are available every weekday to anyone located in Maryland.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Recent lab results, a list of your current medications and supplements, and a few notes about what you most want to understand.
What does integrative mean here?
Integrative means the conversation brings together your existing medical care, your lab results, and practical nutrition, sleep, movement, and supplement education. Dr. Kneessi is happy to coordinate with your other doctors so everyone is working from the same information.
Is this integrative primary care?
No. In Maryland, naturopathic doctors do not serve as primary care providers. Dr. Kneessi takes an integrative approach that works alongside your primary care doctor, and he encourages you to keep your regular checkups.
Can I meet by video from Lake Shore or Riviera Beach?
Yes. Video visits are available every weekday to anyone located in Maryland at the time of the visit, and you can come to the Odenton office whenever you prefer to meet in person.
Can a naturopathic doctor be my primary care provider?
No. In Maryland, naturopathic doctors do not serve as primary care providers, so Dr. Kneessi works alongside your existing doctors rather than replacing them, and he encourages you to keep your regular checkups.
Does insurance cover naturopathic visits?
Naturopathic doctors in Maryland are not currently able to contract with insurance companies, so visits are paid directly. Some people submit receipts to their plan or use HSA or FSA funds, and it is worth checking with your plan before your first visit. The 15-minute introductory call is free.
Pasadena neighbors: start with a free 15-minute consult
Call or text 443-510-1339, or book online. In person in Odenton or by video anywhere in Maryland.
If you are comparing practices statewide, the guide to finding an integrative doctor in Maryland covers credentials and how to choose, and the naturopathic doctor in Maryland page explains licensing.
This page is educational and is not medical advice. Dr. Kneessi works alongside your existing doctors and does not replace your primary care provider.
