I did an initial phone consultation with one (didn't cost anything) just to see what kind of vibe I got...I decided not to go through with it. She felt that lupus (and basically everything autoimmune) doesn't actually exist, but is caused by a diet that is not gluten-free. I felt like this was a flaw in her way of perceiving the disease -- to tell a patient FIRST that their disease doesn't even exist probably isn't the best way to get someone to trust you! She wanted me to go gluten-free, but also eat a diet high in red meat based on my blood type. I said, "Um...no." It just didn't feel right to me.
My temporary roommate is a student in this field and we've butt heads a little bit over it. She feels that I should be eating a gluten-free diet and that when I'm ready to accept that, I'll do it. She also feels I should be taking x and y and z supplements (tons of random ones)...the list goes on. I've just realized that I need to steer clear of any health topics with her because I'm not ready to take those suggestions (and I honestly don't think I ever will be because of my scientific mind). I trust my rheumy is doing everything he can to help me. I'm not against naturopathic medicine if it helps someone, but I would NEVER follow suggestions without first consulting with my rheumy too.