About Us
Dr.Nadiya Melnyk, DAOM, LAc.
Healing begins with understanding. Dr. Melnyk’s practice, Wisdom of Health, was founded on the belief that when we address both the physical and emotional layers of illness, true recovery becomes possible.
Nadiya Melnyk, DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, author, educator, and health consultant with over a decade of advanced study in health, psychology, nutrition, and integrative medicine.
Her educational background spans multiple disciplines that influence human health and well-being. Nadiya earned her Master’s degree in Oriental Medicine and Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago, graduating with highest honors. She later completed her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Los Angeles, where her doctoral specialty focused on Healthy Aging and Longevity. She also earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles and pursued additional doctoral-level training in psychology, further expanding her understanding of human behavior, emotional processes, and the many factors that influence health.
Throughout her career, Nadiya has continued to study both traditional and modern approaches to wellness. Her additional training includes Functional Medicine, HeartMath, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Dr. Tan’s Balance Method, Microcurrent Electro-Acupuncture, and Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture.
In addition to her professional training, Nadiya is the author of Women’s Health: Western & Eastern Perspective, a book that explores health through both Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern scientific perspectives. She also served as a columnist and contributor for Acupuncture Today, publishing articles on emotional and physical health for one of the leading publications in the acupuncture and integrative medicine profession.
Through Wisdom of Health, Nadiya provides educational consultations for individuals seeking greater clarity and understanding of their health concerns. She works with people facing challenges such as digestive issues, IBS, weight management, hormonal changes, thyroid concerns, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, fatigue, stress, emotional difficulties, healthy aging, and preventive wellness.
What makes Nadiya’s approach unique is her ability to examine health concerns from multiple perspectives. Drawing from Traditional Chinese Medicine, functional medicine, nutrition, psychology, and lifestyle medicine, she helps clients better understand the factors that may be contributing to their symptoms and overall quality of life.
Clients often appreciate her ability to recognize patterns that may have been overlooked, explain complex health concepts in practical terms, and help them identify realistic strategies that support long-term health and resilience.
Nadiya believes that meaningful improvements in health often begin with understanding. Her mission is to empower individuals with knowledge, insight, and practical tools that help them make informed decisions and take an active role in their own well-being.
