Dr. Wafaa Matti | Stengler Center

Dr. Wafaa Matti is a California-licensed Naturopathic Medical Doctor dedicated to helping patients heal through a whole-person, root-cause approach. With extensive training in naturopathic medicine, functional diagnostics, and integrative therapies, she brings a modern, compassionate, science-based perspective to natural healthcare.

At the Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine in Encinitas, Dr. Matti provides care that blends the strengths of naturopathic, functional, and holistic medicine. Her philosophy centers on true healing—not simply symptom relief. She believes in understanding the full picture of a patient’s health, honoring the interconnected nature of the body, and empowering individuals with the tools and education they need to thrive.

About the Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine

A Leading Integrative Clinic in Encinitas

The Stengler Center is recognized throughout San Diego and beyond for its excellence in integrative, naturopathic, and functional medicine. The clinic is known for its commitment to high-quality patient care, its research-informed approach, and its emphasis on long-term wellness over quick fixes.

Patients come to the center seeking:

• Comprehensive, holistic medical care
• Practitioners who consider the whole person
• Functional diagnostics to uncover deeper imbalances
• A supportive environment that respects each individual’s experience

The atmosphere of the center is intentionally warm, calm, and conducive to healing—allowing patients to feel cared for from the moment they enter.

A Team-Based, Collaborative Model

One of the strengths of the Stengler Center is its collaborative care model. Dr. Matti works closely with other integrative providers, allowing for coordinated, multidimensional treatment plans.

This collaborative model ensures:

• Seamless communication
• Respect for both natural and conventional medical approaches
• Smooth referrals when specialty care or additional diagnostics are needed

Patients benefit from having an entire team dedicated to their well-being, with Dr. Matti serving as their guide in root-cause, whole-person healing.

A Space Rooted in Science and Compassion

While the clinic embodies holistic, patient-centered values, it also stays firmly grounded in scientific research, modern diagnostics, and evidence-based natural therapies. This combination allows patients to receive the best of both worlds—advanced integrative medicine delivered with compassion, warmth, and respect.

Dr. Wafaa Matti’s Integrative Approach to Care

Whole-Person, Root-Cause Medicine

At the heart of Dr. Matti’s practice is a deep investigative approach. Instead of suppressing symptoms, she seeks to understand underlying patterns and system imbalances by exploring:

• Gut and digestive function
• Hormone levels and endocrine patterns
• Inflammation and immune responses
• Sleep, stress, emotional well-being
• Nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental factors

Functional diagnostics are used when clinically appropriate to gain deeper clarity and guide precision-based treatment plans.

Personalized, Research-Informed Treatment Plans

Every patient receives a plan tailored specifically to their physiology, goals, and health history. Treatment strategies may include:

• Nutrition and lifestyle medicine
• Botanical medicine and clinical nutrients (without promoting specific supplement retailers per clinic policy)
• Hormone balancing, including HRT when indicated
• Regenerative therapies, including PRP for hair restoration, skin rejuvenation, and joint support
• Mind-body approaches to reduce stress and improve resilience

This comprehensive, integrative methodology supports healing across multiple systems simultaneously.

Empowerment Through Education

As a naturopathic doctor, Dr. Matti embraces the principle of Docere — Doctor as Teacher. Her goal is not only to treat but to educate—helping patients understand:

• How their bodies function
• Why certain symptoms occur
• How lifestyle and environment influence health
• How to support long-term wellness and prevent future imbalance

This collaborative approach empowers patients to take an active role in their healing journey and build sustainable habits that support lifelong vitality.

Clinical Expertise and Specialties

Digestive & Gut Health

Digestive health is foundational to overall wellness, and disruptions in the gut often influence hormones, immunity, inflammation, and mental health. Dr. Matti supports patients experiencing:

• IBS, bloating, reflux, SIBO
• Food sensitivities and microbiome imbalances
• Gut–immune–hormone interactions that affect mood, metabolism, and energy

Her root-cause approach identifies underlying triggers such as dysbiosis, inflammation, stress patterns, or nutritional deficiencies.

Hormonal Health for Men & Women

Hormones regulate nearly every aspect of well-being. Dr. Matti provides natural, integrative support for:

• Thyroid conditions
• Adrenal concerns and stress-related symptoms
• PMS, PMDD, perimenopause, and menopause
• Testosterone support for men

By evaluating endocrine systems through a functional and naturopathic lens, she helps restore balance and improve energy, mood, metabolism, and overall vitality.

Women’s Health & Fertility Support

Women often seek Dr. Matti for comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to the unique rhythms and needs of the female body. She provides support for:

• Menstrual irregularities
• Pelvic concerns
• Natural fertility optimization

Her approach honors both physiology and emotional well-being, ensuring every woman feels heard, validated, and supported.

Regenerative Medicine

Dr. Matti integrates regenerative therapies to enhance natural healing and support healthy aging from the inside out. These treatments promote tissue repair, collagen production, and rejuvenation:

• PRP microneedling for skin renewal and scarring
• PRP hair restoration for thinning or shedding
• PRP for joint and soft-tissue support

These therapies align with her naturopathic philosophy by using the body’s own healing properties to stimulate repair.

Chronic Conditions & Inflammation

Chronic inflammation is often at the root of long-standing symptoms. Dr. Matti assists patients with:

• Fatigue
• Migraines
• Metabolic imbalance
• Chronic inflammatory symptoms

Her integrative strategies address foundational imbalances that contribute to persistent discomfort and reduced quality of life.

What to Expect When Seeing Dr. Matti

A Warm, Supportive Environment

From your first visit, you’ll experience a patient-centered, welcoming atmosphere. Dr. Matti prioritizes:

• A patient-first experience
• Respectful, judgment-free communication
• Space to express your concerns openly and fully

Comprehensive Intake & Assessment

Your initial visit includes a deep exploration of:

• Medical history
• Lifestyle and nutrition
• Emotional and stress patterns
• Environmental influences
• Symptom timelines
• Personal wellness goals

Understanding the full story behind your symptoms is essential for root-cause care.

Clear, Transparent Care Planning

Dr. Matti ensures you understand each step of your care:

• Testing is recommended only when clinically necessary
• All results are reviewed in clear, accessible terms
• Goals are set collaboratively, honoring your preferences and comfort

This transparency fosters trust and empowers you to take an active role in your healing.

An Individualized Healing Roadmap

Every treatment plan is fully personalized and may include:

• Nutrition and lifestyle foundations
• Natural therapies, including botanical medicine and nutrients
• Hormone support when appropriate
• Regenerative modalities, such as PRP
• Ongoing monitoring and adjustments as your body heals

This evolving, patient-centered approach ensures that care grows with you.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Wafaa Matti

Integrative Expertise Across Multiple Systems

Patients appreciate Dr. Matti’s ability to seamlessly connect digestive health, hormones, inflammation, and regenerative medicine. Her depth of knowledge allows her to navigate complex, multi-system cases with clarity and precision.

Compassion and Connection

Dr. Matti is known for her warmth, genuine presence, and ability to create a safe healing environment. Patients consistently value:

• Her attentive listening
• Her patience
• Her ability to explain complex physiology simply
• Her respect for each person’s lived experience

Her care honors mind, body, and environment.

Multilingual & Culturally Inclusive Care

Fluent in Aramaic, Arabic, and English, with conversational Spanish, Dr. Matti provides a welcoming experience for diverse communities across San Diego and North County. Patients feel understood—both medically and culturally.

Evidence-Informed and Naturally Focused

Dr. Matti blends:

• Functional medicine
• Naturopathic principles
• Integrative diagnostics
• Regenerative therapies
• Collaboration with conventional medicine when appropriate

This balanced approach allows patients to receive the best of modern science and natural healing in a safe, holistic framework.

Your Path to Integrative, Whole-Person Healing

At the heart of Dr. Wafaa Matti’s work is a simple but powerful philosophy: healing happens when we honor the whole person—mind, body, and environment. By blending naturopathic principles, functional diagnostics, regenerative therapies, and compassionate patient-centered care, she helps individuals understand the deeper causes behind their symptoms and move toward meaningful, lasting wellness.

Her approach is grounded in evidence-based natural medicine and guided by principles such as Vis Medicatrix Naturae, Tolle Causam, and Treat the Whole Person. Whether you’re seeking digestive healing, hormonal balance, regenerative support, or improved overall vitality, Dr. Matti offers an integrative path forward that is both thoughtful and personalized.

At the Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine, patients experience a healing-focused environment where collaborative care, education, and empowerment form the foundation of every visit. It is a place where whole-person medicine thrives—and where your wellness journey is deeply supported.

Begin Your Wellness Journey with Dr. Wafaa Matti

Take the next step toward personalized, integrative healing. Experience compassionate, whole-person care designed to help you restore balance and thrive.

📞 Call: 760-274-2377
📧 Email: clinic@drwafaamatti.com
🌐 Website: drwafaamatti.com

📍 Location (By Appointment Only):
Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine
324 Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024

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