If you live in Severn and want a naturopathic doctor close to home, Move Forward Natural Health is right next door in Odenton. Dr. Ryan Kneessi, ND, is licensed in Maryland and earned his ND from National University of Health Sciences in 2013. He works with adults who want a careful look at their health history, help making sense of lab results, and practical education they can use day to day.
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.
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Why Severn residents look for a naturopathic doctor
Severn sits between Fort Meade, BWI, and the Route 32 and Route 100 corridors, so many residents work long or shifting hours. Irregular schedules can make it harder to keep steady sleep, meals, and exercise, and people often notice the effects as low energy, afternoon crashes, or digestion that just feels off. A naturopathic visit gives you time to talk through those patterns instead of fitting everything into a few rushed minutes.
Dr. Kneessi looks at how stress hormones, thyroid function, blood sugar, digestion, and sleep relate to each other. He then explains what he sees in plain language, so you can make informed choices together with your other providers.
Learning from your labs
Lab work is optional, but many people find it useful. The guide to functional lab testing for longevity explains what these panels can measure. For hormone questions, the articles on DHEA-S and estrogen metabolism are good places to begin. If you are new to naturopathic care, what a naturopathic doctor does in Maryland explains licensing and scope, and virtual visits or the Odenton office compares the two ways to meet.
How visits work
New patients begin with a free 15-minute call to ask questions and decide whether the practice is a good fit. The initial consult is a full visit that covers your history, routines, and goals, and you receive a written plan afterward. Follow-ups review results and adjust the plan over time. Visits can be in the Odenton office or by video, which helps if your work schedule makes daytime appointments difficult.
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.
Active duty service members, veterans, and their families receive 20% off consults. Just bring your military ID to your first visit, and see the Fort Meade page for details.
Getting there from Severn
From most of Severn, the Odenton office is about 10 to 15 minutes by way of Route 170 or Route 175, depending on traffic and where you start. The practice is inside Odenton Chiropractic on Blair Drive, with parking on site.
Searching for a holistic or integrative doctor near Severn? Dr. Kneessi is a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND), not an MD or DO, who takes a holistic, integrative approach.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the office from Severn?
The office is in Odenton, which borders Severn. For most people the drive is about 10 to 15 minutes.
Can I meet virtually instead of driving in?
Yes. Virtual visits are available as long as you are located in Maryland during each visit.
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.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring any recent lab results, a list of your current medications and supplements, and the questions you most want to cover. That helps make the most of your time.
Start with a free 15-minute consult
If you live in Severn and are curious whether a naturopathic approach fits what you want, start with a free 15-minute consult. It is a short, no-pressure conversation about your goals and history. You can schedule your free consult here.
Questions about care in Severn? Call or text 443-510-1339, or use the Book button at the top of this page to schedule your free 15-minute consult.
In office in Odenton, MD, or by telehealth anywhere in Maryland.
If you would rather learn on your own first, the free 28-Day Reset for Energy and Focus sends one short, educational email a day with simple habits around sleep, light, movement, and food, so you can get a feel for how Dr. Kneessi thinks before you ever meet.
If you live elsewhere in the state, the page on finding a naturopathic doctor in Maryland explains how naturopathic doctors are licensed, how to check a license, and how video visits work anywhere in Maryland. If functional medicine is what you are looking for, the functional medicine doctor in Maryland page explains who offers it across the state and how to check a license. If you are comparing holistic and integrative options, the page on choosing a holistic and integrative doctor in Maryland explains what those titles mean and how to check a clinician’s credentials.
The office is at 1350 Blair Dr Suite HH, Odenton, MD 21113 (inside Odenton Chiropractic), and the phone number is 443-510-1339. In-office and virtual visits are available Tuesday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and Monday and Friday are virtual only. Virtual visits are available for anyone located in Maryland.
Service areas
The office is in Odenton, and telehealth visits are available anywhere in Maryland. Pages for nearby communities: Millersville · Severna Park · Crofton · Arnold · Crownsville · Davidsonville · Gambrills · Bowie · Annapolis · Odenton · Fort Meade.
Also see naturopathic care across Anne Arundel County, functional medicine in Odenton, functional lab testing, and how Dr. Kneessi works.
