Meet The Founder


Dr. Walkiria Marte, NMD, DAcHM, MSOM, MS

Naturopathic Doctor | Doctor of Acupuncture with Specialization in Herbal Medicine | Clinical Nutritionist | Aesthetic Medicine Specialist

 

Hi, I'm Dr. Walkiria.

I'm a naturopathic doctor, clinical nutritionist, herbal formulator, and the creator of the Focus Ritual and Rest Ritual blends. But before any of this existed as a “brand,” these herbal blends were survival tools I made for myself during one of the most demanding chapters of my life: naturopathic medical school.


Where It All Began

During my medical training, I hit a point where caffeine stopped helping me. Instead of focus, it gave me anxiety, jitters, and crashes. My memory felt unreliable. My brain fog was intense. I needed clarity—not stimulation.

At night, melatonin wasn’t helping either. It made me groggy before exams and disrupted my natural sleep-wake rhythm. I didn’t want to become dependent on something my body didn’t truly need.

I knew there had to be a better way—so I turned to the same tools I was studying every day: botanical medicine, physiology, and the nervous system.


The First Blend: Focus Ritual

I formulated Focus Ritual to help me rebuild calm, sustained concentration without relying on caffeine. I wanted nourishment for the brain, not stimulation. I wanted clarity without anxiety. I wanted something I could use every single morning without crashing later.

And it worked—better than I ever expected.


The Second Blend: Rest Ritual

The nights before major exams were overwhelming. My mind wouldn’t quiet down, and my body didn’t feel safe enough to relax. Melatonin wasn’t the answer—so I created a nighttime formula that supported the GABA system, quieted mental spiraling, and helped me sleep deeply without grogginess.

That became Rest Ritual—my personal nighttime sanctuary.


From Personal Rituals to Community Remedies

My classmates noticed my rituals. They asked what I was drinking. I shared the blends. They felt calmer, more focused, and more regulated.

Then I began giving the formulas to my clinic patients—women struggling with stress, insomnia, overstimulation, and burnout.

  • Their sleep improved.
  • Their focus sharpened.
  • Their anxiety softened.
  • Their nervous systems felt nourished instead of depleted.

They urged me: “You need to turn this into something bigger.”

And that’s exactly what I did.


My Mission

Today, Natural Care Doc’s tea rituals exist for one purpose:

  • To help people reclaim their mornings and evenings.
  • To reduce dependence on caffeine, melatonin, and stimulants.
  • To support the nervous system in a way that feels gentle, feminine, and physiologically aligned.
  • To make effective, doctor-formulated wellness accessible—even on a budget.

I believe rituals are more healing than supplements—and more sustainable than willpower. A single cup can change your physiology, your mindset, and the way you move through your day.


The Ritual Philosophy

My approach is simple:

  • Nourish, don’t stimulate.
  • Support, don’t override.
  • Regulate, don’t sedate.
  • Create habits the nervous system trusts.

These blends weren’t created to be trendy—they were created to be therapeutic. They were born in a study room, refined in a clinic room, and perfected through real women’s lived experiences.


Begin Your Ritual

You’re not just choosing tea—you’re choosing a moment of calm that supports your cortisol, your hormones, your sleep, and your emotional well-being.

Browse Tea Rituals

With love and intention,
Dr. Walkiria

 

Wellness is a ritual — not a trend.

Each offering at Natural Care Doc is designed to slow down the noise of modern life, restore connection to self, and inspire longevity through mindful daily practices that honor the body, mind, and spirit.

Natural Care Doc presents

R&R Ear Seed Bar

A modern, minimalist acupressure ritual for nervous system regulation, recovery, digestion, sleep, and focus — designed for pop-ups at wellness studios, fitness spaces, and private events.

Needle-free Fast sessions High-impact reset

What is R&R Ear Seed Bar?

Ear seeds gently stimulate specific auricular acupressure points. The goal is to support regulation of the stress response, recovery pathways, and common functional patterns (sleep quality, digestion, focus, cravings, tension).

Each session is brief and intentional — perfect before or after class, during community events, or as a simple reset that fits real life.

Pop-Up Services

Pricing may vary slightly by event location. All options include aftercare guidance.

Quick Reset

$35

5–7 minutes • Conventional seeds

  • Choose one focus: Stress, Sleep, Digestion, Focus, PMS support, or Recovery
  • Fast, effective, and ideal for first-timers

Signature Gemstone Reset

$65

8–10 minutes • Up to 6 gemstone seeds

  • Premium feel + longer stimulation
  • Ideal for high stress, intense training cycles, or repeat clients

Luxe Ritual Reset

$85

~12 minutes • Up to 8 gemstone seeds

  • Brief guided intention + personalized pressing plan
  • Take-home ritual card

Add-ons

Booster Point +$10
Targeted support for pain, cravings, headaches, sleep depth, or recovery.
Take-Home Seed Refill +$15
Mini refill of conventional seeds + pressing instructions.

Book a Session

Pop-up sessions are typically offered in 10-minute time slots. Use the booking calendar below to reserve your spot.

Due to limited pop-up availability, bookings are final and non-refundable. You may transfer your booking to another person with advance notice.

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R&R Ear Seed Bar Booking

FAQs

How long do the seeds stay on?
Most people keep them on for 3–5 days. You can remove them sooner at any time.
How do I use them after my session?
Press each seed gently 2–3 times per day, or when symptoms arise (stress, cravings, tension, etc.).
Who should avoid ear seeds?
Avoid placement if you have an active ear infection, open wounds, severe irritation, or known adhesive allergy. If you’re pregnant, we can modify point selection.
Is this medical treatment?
This is a wellness service using auricular acupressure. It is not a medical diagnosis or treatment. If you have a medical concern, consult your licensed healthcare provider.
Do you offer private events?
Yes — private events, bridal parties, corporate wellness, and community nights are available by inquiry.

Partner With R&R

Studios can host R&R Ear Seed Bar as a member perk, community event, recovery add-on, or retention activator. Choose the structure that fits your studio best: revenue share or flat appearance fee.

Revenue Share

Best when the studio will promote heavily.

  • Pre-booking link + walk-ins
  • Studio receives a percentage of sales
  • Great for community events

Flat Appearance Fee

Best for guaranteed simplicity.

  • Fixed pop-up fee + I run the bar
  • Optional studio bonus if sales exceed a threshold
  • Ideal for premium studios

Studio Inquiry

Ready to host R&R? Send your preferred dates, studio location, and estimated attendance.

If you’d like, include “R&R Ear Seed Bar” in your message subject so we can route your request quickly.

Disclaimer: R&R Ear Seed Bar is a wellness service using auricular acupressure. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.