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If you've found my online content to be helpful, and would like to follow me through in-depth dives into topics surrounding complex chronic illness, you're in the right place.
Welcome to Wayfinder's Well, the educational community where I host all my courses and engage in deeper conversations about systems health, whole-person care, and all the other many topics crucial to my approach to practice at Yggdrasil Naturopathic Medicine and the stewardship of my patients' journey to resilient wellness.
The Wayfinder's Well is more than a membership. It’s a circle of support, education, and transformation. Gain access to curated resources, masterclass style lessons, and live touchpoints designed to empower your health journey.
ND, LAc, RH (AHG)
Dr. Joyce Knieff is a Naturopathic Doctor, Acupuncturist, and Biofeedback Therapist specializing in autoimmune conditions, mental health concerns, and chronic pain. Her work focuses on helping individuals feel more alive, resilient, and empowered beyond the limitations of a diagnosis.
She holds a dual degree in Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture & East Asian Medicine from Bastyr University and is pursuing advanced certification in Clinical Biofeedback under the mentorship of Dr. Brad Lichtenstein. Dr. Knieff also holds a certificate in Tensegrity Medicine and practices Visceral Manipulation through training with the Barral Institute.
In her teaching and clinical work, Dr. Knieff emphasizes foundational, root-cause healing—integrating naturopathic principles, functional medicine, bodywork, breathwork, and lifestyle medicine. Her webinars and classes cover a broad range of naturopathic topics, blending traditional wisdom with modern science to support long-term, whole-person health.
Members receive access to a growing library of in-depth classes
These classes focus on foundational and advanced topics in naturopathic medicine, emphasizing root-cause healing, systems-based thinking, and real-world clinical application. Designed for students and practitioners, the courses integrate traditional naturopathic principles with modern research, covering areas such as autoimmune care, mental health, chronic pain, nervous system regulation, and constitutional therapies. New classes are added regularly to support ongoing learning and clinical growth.
In this series, Dr. Joyce Knieff, ND, guides you through the foundations of diagnosing and managing MCAS with a practical, evidence-informed lens. Designed for healthcare providers, this course emphasizes clinical literacy, patient-centered care, and strategies blending pharmacologic and integrative approaches.
Recover from complex chronic illness using Dr. Joyce’s structured CHAOS CRU/SHER framework. This staged, systems-based model guides patients and clinicians through clear phases of stabilization and root-cause care. Designed for conditions like MCAS, SIBO, histamine intolerance, and CIRS, the course offers practical tools, clinical insight, and a visual guide to support long-term resilience and coordinated recovery.
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DR. JOYCE KNIEFF, ND, LAc, RH (AHG)
MAY 2026
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JUNE 2026
DR, JORDAN KNIEFF, ND
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Looking for personalized support? If you’re in Minnesota, you can work with me directly as a naturopathic patient. If you’re located elsewhere, I offer in-depth case analyses and guidance that you can take to your local licensed provider, so you still get the benefit of my expertise wherever you are.