About
Paul Epstein, ND, is a naturopathic physician, mind-body therapist, meditation teacher, and certified yoga teacher. He specializes in mind-body integrative medicine, applying mindfulness and Buddhist perspectives to the treatment of stress, pain, and chronic illness. He trained at the Academy for Guided Imagery and completed training in the Internal Family Systems Model of Psychotherapy. He also completed the Community Dharma Leaders teacher training program.
Dr. Epstein serves on the faculty of the Association for Integrative Health and Medicine. He founded and led the Insight Meditation Community of Fairfield County and co-founded and co-directed the Israel Center for Mind-Body Medicine. "
Education & Training
Additional Training
Academy for Guided Imagery; Internal Family Systems Model of Psychotherapy; Community Dharma Leaders teacher training program
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Epstein right for?
Dr. Epstein is a strong fit for patients whose stress, pain, or chronic illness has a significant mind-body dimension. Adults navigating anxiety, trauma, or conditions that have not responded to conventional treatment benefit from his integrative approach. Patients open to mindfulness, meditation, and somatic practices will find his methods particularly effective. He works well with those seeking a deeply holistic framework rooted in both clinical training and contemplative tradition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Epstein treats stress, chronic pain, and complex chronic illness. He also works with patients experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. His mind-body integrative approach addresses conditions where psychological and physical factors are closely intertwined.
Dr. Epstein applies mindfulness, Buddhist perspectives, and somatic practices to patient care. He draws on training in the Academy for Guided Imagery and the Internal Family Systems Model of Psychotherapy. His goal is to engage the whole person in the healing process.
Yes, Dr. Epstein holds the ND credential and practices as a licensed naturopathic physician. He also holds certification as a yoga teacher and completed advanced training in mind-body therapies.
Dr. Epstein trained at the Academy for Guided Imagery. He also completed training in the Internal Family Systems Model of Psychotherapy and the Community Dharma Leaders teacher training program.
Yes, Dr. Epstein integrates meditation directly into patient care. He founded and led the Insight Meditation Community of Fairfield County and brings that deep contemplative background into his clinical practice.
Dr. Epstein serves on the faculty of the Association for Integrative Health and Medicine. He co-founded and co-directed the Israel Center for Mind-Body Medicine. These roles reflect his long-standing commitment to advancing integrative and mind-body medicine.
Dr. Epstein works best with patients who are open to exploring the mind-body connection as part of their healing. Adults dealing with chronic pain, stress-related illness, or trauma often benefit most from his approach. Patients who have not found resolution through conventional methods frequently find his integrative framework valuable.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026