5 Best Naturopaths in Zurich Because Alternative May Be the Way to Go
There’s this particular kind of tired that sleep doesn’t fix. You wake up feeling this heavy feeling in your head, and no matter how many GP appointments you go to, the answer seems to be another prescription that doesn’t quite hit the mark.
That’s exactly where I found myself not too long ago. A coworker suggested naturopathy, which I immediately dismissed because I thought it was too alternative for my taste. But curiosity got the better of me, so I gave it a go.
The experience was surprisingly good and no less scientific than medical appointments. The only difference was that it felt less like a tick-box consultation.
What I didn’t expect was just how many options there are in the area. Narrowing it down took some effort, but here we are. If you’ve been googling symptoms at midnight, these top naturopaths in Zurich might be worth giving a shot.
How much do naturopaths charge in Zurich?
The standard rate for a recognised naturopath in Zurich is between CHF 130 and CHF 160 per hour. Initial consultations are often longer (90 minutes) and cost proportionally more.
Specialised medical doctors offering functional medicine may charge significantly higher rates (CHF 250+ per hour)
1. Nadia Licci Total Balance
Address: Militärstrasse 90
Contact details: +41774488435
Business hours:
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Starting off the list, I have Nadia Licci Total Balance, whose practice uses a unique diagnostic approach: looking at your blood. She uses dark-field microscopy to examine patient blood, together with eye, tongue and pulse analysis.
This combination of methods can flag nutritional deficiencies and cellular stress well before obvious symptoms appear.
From there, she builds a personalised plan drawing from a broad toolkit that spans manual therapies, nutritional guidance, lifestyle coaching, and complementary naturopathic treatments.
Clients also appreciate this structured process and the thorough consultations. She takes time to talk through medical history and habits to understand the pattern behind the complaints before diving into treatment.
If you’re thinking of booking her, rates sit at around CHF 150–170 per hour, depending on treatment. She’s also EMR-recognised, so your supplementary insurance likely has you partially covered.
One thing to note, though, is that they only open two to three days a week, so it pays to book ahead.
Her coaching combines science and lifestyle in an honest and direct way
“My coaching sessions with Nadia were incredibly exciting; seeing my blood under the microscope and the iris analysis was truly impressive. Her coaching combines science and lifestyle in an honest and direct way. Even as a healthy person, I was able to further improve my habits.”
- Atanas Piskachev, Google Review
I felt understood and supported throughout
“I had a really great experience with Nadia. The session felt very personal and fully adapted to what I needed in that moment. She has a very calm, grounded presence and you can tell she truly cares. I felt understood and supported throughout. I’m already looking forward to my next session – thank you, Nadia!”
- Estera Bujny, Google Review
2. Naturheilkunde Zentrum Brunotte
Address: Brandschenkestrasse 177
Contact details: +41432430639
Business hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Christiane Brunotte has been doing this since 1985, and it shows, not just in her credentials, but in her confidence that she clearly knows what she’s doing.
Her speciality is digestive health and detoxification, approached through traditional European naturopathy, and she’s built a layered treatment process around it.
Colon hydrotherapy is one of the clinic’s signature services, paired with nutritional counselling and lab analysis to identify intolerances and support gut flora recovery. It’s particularly well-suited for those dealing with gut and bowel issues.
Beyond digestion, she also uses phytotherapy and gemmotherapy to address a wider range of concerns, primarily involving oxidative stress in other parts of the body.
Clients are usually very enthusiastic about their results. One person shared that after years of struggling with irritable bowel syndrome, they noticed a significant improvement after just their first session.
Now, consultation and sessions can add up if the treatment plan runs long, but it’s worth knowing that the practice is EMR-recognised and covered by Swiss supplementary insurance, which helps soften the cost.
She brought back my vitality
“Frau Brunotte is a kind and caring professional. She took the time to fully understand my issues with histamine intolerance and fatigue. I feel like a new person after the treatment. She brought back my vitality! I truly appreciated her taking the time to speak English with me. I highly recommend Frau Brunotte.”
- Frances Logue, Google Review
Ms Brunotte is exactly the therapist I was looking for
“I’ve had a very positive experience with Ms. Brunotte. She’s cheerful, engaged, and experienced. Colon hydrotherapy is a personal matter, and you don’t want to go to just anyone. I live in England, and I spent quite a while looking for someone I felt comfortable with, which was difficult—who could I trust? Then I searched in Zurich and discovered Ms. Brunotte. I’ve now had five sessions with her and am so glad I chose her. I can’t imagine having gone anywhere else now. It’s a personal experience where you want to work with someone you feel comfortable with—Ms. Brunotte is exactly the therapist I was looking for.”
- Jan Bernet, Google Review
3. Anna Frischknecht – Naturheilpraxis
Address: Stockerstrasse 11
Contact details: +41792142111
Business hours:
- Not Available
Anna Frischknecht – Naturheilpraxis brings an uncommon combination to the table: a background in medical technology and pharmaceuticals, together with holistic training and a federal certification as a naturopath.
Her scope of treatment is notably broad, covering everything from autoimmune diseases, post-COVID recovery, gynaecology, paediatrics, heavy metal drainage, and even holistic cancer therapy support, amongst others.
It’s no surprise that a lot of clients come to her for whatever condition they have. I heard a patient had been dealing with severe neurodermatitis for years, and after working with Anna to target internal imbalances and repair her skin barrier, it significantly cleared up.
She’s also well-connected with partner doctors and specialists across Zurich, should a referral be needed, which is an extra that not many naturopaths offer.
That said, at CHF 266 per hour, she sits at the higher end of the price range, but supplementary insurance can offset the cost.
She believes health to be a person’s most important asset and offers to treat patients who can’t afford the full rate for free, which I respect and really says a lot about her as a practitioner. Just reach out and tell her your story; she’ll listen.
Anna has an incredible approach to health
“I was lucky enough to find Anna during a very challenging first year of motherhood. Anna has an incredible approach to health: she combines traditional medicine with a deep energetic and emotional work, resulting in an incredible impact. Every session with her has been transformational. She’s very supportive, experienced, kind and very well connected to many doctors and specialists in Zürich. I started the journey feeling very depleted, drained, exhausted and lost, and after 6 months, I now feel energetic, inspired and vibrant again. She has supported me in different life and professional topics. I am very grateful to you, Anna! Many of my friends and family members followed my recommendation and started the journey with her as well. I would recommend her to anyone :)”
- Rossana Cantù, Google Review
She uses diagnostics that conventional doctors do not use
“Anna has helped me over a few months address the root causes of my rheumatoid arthritis. She uses diagnostics that conventional doctors do not use to find out where the issues are as a starting point. She then combines various natural therapies to address the root causes and bring my body back into balance. Highly recommend seeing Anna if conventional doctors are only helping you manage the symptoms of your issues and not getting to the bottom of it.”
- Ruth Haller, Google Review
4. Praxis für Naturheilkunde Petra Büsser
Address: Gerhardstrasse 1
Contact details: +41772386474
Business hours:
- Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday and Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Petra Büsser’s path to Naturopathy started on a farm in Canton St. Gallen, where she grew up surrounded by plants and natural remedies. That early connection to nature set the stage for everything she does today.
She’s been running the practice since 2014, bringing together her experience as a nurse and a diploma in traditional European naturopathy. That combination gives her a well-rounded perspective that crosses comfortably between the clinical and the holistic.
Her focus spans physical tension, hormonal balance, gut health, and stress prevention. She also offers dedicated support for those going through cancer treatment and something she’s very passionate about, palliative care.
She even founded KOMPAS to promote complementary therapy in palliative situations across Zurich.
Her toolkit is extensive, too: phyto- and micronutrient therapy, reflexology, connective tissue massage, and she’s constantly adding to it. She recently trained in breathwork, microbiome analysis, and orthomolecular therapy, and clients are impressed.
At CHF 132 per hour, she’s one of the more affordable options in Zurich, with supplementary insurance coverage available. But with a 4-day workweek, availability is limited.
She creates a pleasant and trusting atmosphere
“I’ve been seeing Petra Büsser for some time now. She’s an experienced naturopathic practitioner who takes the time to address individual needs. She creates a pleasant and trusting atmosphere in her beautifully furnished practice. I highly recommend Petra. Anyone looking for a competent and empathetic naturopathic practitioner will be in excellent hands with her.”
- Ariane Werder, Google Review
I’m always experiencing new, beneficial and healing treatments
“Petra Büsser is a wonderful therapist: both as a person and as a professional. She listens actively and radiates great warmth. She practices her profession with great passion and competence. I’ve been seeing Petra for a very long time—probably 10 to 15 years. I don’t remember exactly. Her treatments always do me a lot of good, and I always enjoy her recommendations for herbal tablets or teas. Through her ongoing professional development, she has continually acquired new knowledge of naturopathy. This means I’m always experiencing new, beneficial and healing treatments. Thank you, Petra.”
- Patrick Bucher, Google Review
5. Somabyjordan
Address: Gerhardstrasse 1
Contact Details: [email protected]
Business hours:
- Not Available
Rounding off our list is Somabyjordan, a practice rooted around the idea that healing is a cyclical process, one that keeps bringing you back to yourself. I found her approach refreshingly human compared to the more clinical nature of others.
Jordan is a federal diploma-holder whose work sits at the crossroads of traditional European naturopathy, somatic body therapy, and a deeply attentive way of working with the body, without following a fixed protocol.
Her services are split into several streams. Soma Roots covers the naturopathic foundations: nutrition, drainage procedures, and lab analysis, with a focus on digestive health, skin complaints, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, and recurring infections.
Soma Body, on the other hand, brings in medical massages, trigger point work, osteopathic elements, and craniosacral therapy for physical tension and nervous system regulation.
It’s a brilliant option for anyone looking for a space that addresses both the physical and emotional aspects of well-being.
On the flip side, it’s a newer practice, so it’s still in the process of building a reputation. But the feedback is good thus far.
She understands her craft with incredible depth
“My first treatment with Jordan was a small miracle for me. She understands her craft with incredible depth and engages with you in such a way that you immediately feel completely at ease. I can hardly explain it, but she feels my body better than I do and guides it back on the right track. After every treatment, I go home in a completely new, incredibly positive, and deeply relaxed state. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Jordan!”
- Christian Bächli, Google Review
My neck tension has improved dramatically
“I’ve been seeing Jordan for over a year now. My neck tension has improved dramatically since then. I’m happy to recommend her.”
- Giuseppe Gaudente, Google Review