Dr. Lana Ferris, ND
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Licensed Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Lana Ferris is a Washington state autism center of excellence and licensed naturopathic physician. She specializes in autism assessments for teens and adults, integrative mental health care, and medication management.
Lived Experience: Dr. Ferris's unique approach is rooted in both professional expertise and personal experience—she is herself autistic. This provides her with a deep, firsthand understanding of the strengths and challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals.
Meet Dr. Lana Ferris
Background & Training
Dr. Ferris brings extensive training and experience in psychiatric care, with specialized expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions and trauma-informed treatment. Her approach combines rigorous clinical training with a deep commitment to neuro-affirming care.
Education & Credentials
- Naturopathic physician (ND)
- WA state autism center of excellence (COE)
- Specialized training in autism assessment and diagnosis
- Advanced training in trauma-informed care
Clinical Philosophy
Dr. Ferris believes that understanding your neurotype is the first step to creating a life where you can thrive. As a late diagnosed autistic woman herself she is passionate about helping high-masking and late diagnosed adults finally get an accurate diagnosis.
"My goal is to provide autism assessments that are as comfortable, stress-free, and accurate as possible for high-masking late diagnosed adults and teens."
— Dr. Lana Ferris
Areas of Focus
- Autism Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations for teens and adults using a neurodiversity-affirming approach
- Integrative Mental Health: Whole-person care addressing biological, psychological, and social factors
- Medication Management: Thoughtful psychiatric medication management when appropriate
- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) / hypermobile Ehlers‑Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) / Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): Specializing in complex medical conditions that commonly co-occur with autism
Why Neuro-Affirming Care?
Dr. Ferris is passionate about neuro-affirming care because she has seen firsthand how traditional approaches can fail—or even harm—neurodivergent individuals. Many of her patients come to her after years of being misdiagnosed, misunderstood, or told that something is "wrong" with them.
Neuro-affirming care starts from a different premise: that neurological differences are natural variations, not deficits. This approach leads to more accurate assessments, more effective treatments, and better outcomes for patients.
Personal Touch
Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Ferris is committed to advocating for neurodivergent individuals and improving access to affirming mental health care. She regularly engages with the neurodivergent community and stays current with the latest research and best practices in the field.
Schedule an Appointment
Dr. Ferris is currently accepting new patients for autism assessments. To schedule a consultation or learn more about her services, please visit our contact page.
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Dr. Ferris is currently accepting new patients for autism assessments.
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