Dr. Tawainna Houston
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Dr. Tawainna Houston

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Dr. Tawainna Houston is a licensed naturopathic physician and leading expert in systemic health equity and chronic disease prevention, with over two decades of experience addressing the historical, biological roots of illness in Black communities. As the founder of Black CELL Consulting, she delivers culturally centered wellness education to Black professionals, guiding them through the layered impact of racial toxicity, environmental stressors, and structural inequities on their health and well-being.

Blending expertise in sociology, counseling, and natural medicine, Dr. Houston equips individuals and communities with practical tools for stress mitigation and life-affirming wellness practices, helping them shift from survival to sustainable thriving. She holds a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Care & Counseling, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, grounding her work in both scientific rigor and cultural insight.

Dr. Houston is the best-selling Amazon author of Black Wellness Barriers: Understanding the Root Cause of Disease Vulnerabilities as a Pathway Towards Restoring Health, an Amazon #1 New Release in Hypertension. Other published work includes Detox-Style: Creating a Healthy Lifestyle Through Daily Holistic Detoxification Practices. Her work has earned her national recognition as a trusted voice advancing racial health equity, cultural well-being, and transformative healing in the Black community.

She has served as an adjunct instructor teaching cultural competency in clinical care to medical students, preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals to practice with greater empathy and equity. In addition to her work with Black CELL Consulting, Dr. Houston is the founder of Journey of Wellness Natural Medicine Center, a virtual holistic health consulting practice.

A recognized thought leader in cultural wellness and Black health advocacy, she has been invited to present at medical conferences, served on international medical service trips, and held leadership roles, including Co-Chair of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee for the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. With deep poise and dedication, Dr. Houston continues to inspire through her writing, speaking, and unwavering commitment to empowering others with culturally grounded, holistic care.
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