Our History
Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy was opened in 1995 with the aim to provide a greater opportunity for Homeopaths to be thoroughly trained. “What does a Homeopath need to know?” was the question on the minds of Val Ohanian and Eric Sommermann, the founders of Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy. Our goals were to create a legalized practice of Homeopathy for non-licensed individuals in the state of MN, and to train students thoroughly so that upon graduation, students felt like they could go into practice immediately. ACHENA-accredited since Summer 2010, and almost 30 years since inception, NAH has now long led the field in producing some of the most ethical, professional, forward-looking homeopaths in our global community.
At the start of our school, no other programs existed where one could train to be a classical homeopath without a medical license. NAH developed a four-year program that sets a solid foundation in theory, philosophy, history, and materia medica with a great emphasis on clinical training so students feel prepared to practice. No matter your background, we believe that what you bring to Homeopathy is what makes your practice both rewarding, and successful.
Our foundations here at NAH are rooted in a deep connection to nature, and based on strong themes of inquiry and exploration. Our program is designed to change the way you see the world. From the early roots of NAH to the present, it is our aim that our students remain as curious in their studies as they do in their practice.
Non-Profit
Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy is a private, Non-Profit Organization. We accept donations in any amount and you can to setup recurring donations if you so please. We greatly appreciate your generosity to our school. Thank you!
NAH’s 29 Spectacular Years!
At The Northwestern Academy of Homeopathy, 2025 marks 30 years since we first opened our doors in 1995. We are proud to say that we are the longest-standing Homeopathic training program in the U.S. to date. To celebrate, we’ve added a photo gallery to our site to take you on a journey through the years and share some of our most special memories with you. Thank you to all who have made NAH what we are today. We are so grateful for each and every one of you!
