ABOUT PARACELSUS NATURAL FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
Your Health Journey Deserves More Than Quick Fixes
For over 20 years, we’ve been helping Southern California families discover what it feels like to truly heal — not just manage symptoms, but address the root causes that keep you from feeling your best.
What Makes Us Different
We Actually Listen We don’t rush appointments. We want to understand your whole story when symptoms started, what makes them better or worse, and how they’re affecting your life.
We Dig Deeper We run comprehensive testing that goes far beyond “normal” ranges to find the underlying imbalances that other doctors miss.
We Work Together This isn’t about us being the “experts” and you following orders. We partner with you to create a treatment plan that fits your life, your values, and your goals.
We Get Results Our patients don’t just feel better temporarily. They get their lives back. Energy returns, symptoms resolve, and health improves for the long term.
How We Started Helping Southern California Families
Paracelsus Natural Family Health Center opened in 2003 with a simple but revolutionary idea. What if healthcare actually listened to patients and took the time to find out why they’re sick?
Our founders, Dr. Simon Barker and Dr. Daniel Brousseau, were seeing too many patients who’d been told their problems were “all in their head” or that they’d just have to “live with it.” They knew there had to be a better way.
Today, thousands of patients later, we’ve proven that there is.
We serve families throughout Southern California who are tired of symptom-chasing and ready for real answers. Our unique practice combines the diagnostic power of modern medicine with time-tested natural therapies to help your body heal itself.
Meet Your Doctors
Dr. Simon Barker, ND
Dr. Barker brings over 20 years of experience helping patients with complex health challenges, especially cancer support, hormone imbalances, and thyroid disorders. Named “Doctor of the Year” by the California Naturopathic Doctors Association, he’s known for his thoughtful approach and willingness to tackle cases other doctors can’t solve.
Specialties
Cancer support, thyroid treatment, hormone optimization (including transgender care), diabetes management
Dr. Daniel Brousseau, DO
Dr. Brousseau is a board-certified family physician who specializes in giving families natural alternatives to conventional treatments. His gentle approach with children and comprehensive understanding of how the body works as an integrated system has helped countless families avoid unnecessary medications and procedures.
Specialties Holistic pediatric care, behavioral health in children, heart health, dermatology, performance optimization
Why Patients Choose Paracelsus
I never had a doctor take that kind of time with me before. I highly recommend Paracelsus.
Dr. Barker is a thoughtful listener with an open mind who will sensitively map out the most pragmatic treatment approach.
The most important part of seeing a naturopathic doctor is how healthy my kids have been.
A Practice Built on Proven Principles
Our approach combines the best of naturopathic and osteopathic medicine, guided by time-tested principles of healing and a commitment to finding root causes rather than just treating symptoms.
We believe in integrity, effectiveness, and kindness values that shape every interaction and treatment decision we make.
Ready to Get Real Answers About Your Health?
Whether you’re dealing with a specific health challenge or want to optimize your family’s wellness, we’re here to help you discover what true health feels like. Take the first step toward better health. Schedule your appointment and let’s find out what’s really going on with your body.
Serving families throughout Southern California from our Pasadena and Redlands locations
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from my regular doctor?
We spend significantly more time with each patient, run more comprehensive testing to find underlying causes, and focus on why you’re sick rather than just treating symptoms. We also use natural treatments like nutrition, herbal medicine, and lifestyle changes alongside conventional medicine when needed. Most importantly, we listen to your concerns and believe you when you say something’s wrong.
Do you work with my current doctors?
Absolutely. We frequently collaborate with oncologists, endocrinologists, and other specialists, especially for serious conditions. You don’t have to choose between conventional and natural medicine — we help you get the best of both worlds.
What conditions do you treat?
We help with a wide range of conditions including cancer support, hormone imbalances, thyroid disorders, digestive issues, chronic fatigue, pediatric health concerns, and many other acute and chronic conditions. During your consultation, we’ll assess whether our approach is right for your specific situation.