Welcome to Nature Makes Well, your trusted sanctuary for holistic wellness, traditional herbalism, and esoteric supplies. Nestled in the heart of Bastrop, Texas, we have dedicated ourselves to supporting our community’s journey toward vibrant health, sacred balance, and mindful living for nearly two decades.
We believe that true wellness encompasses the entire being: body, mind, and spirit. Whether you are seeking a root-cause remedy for a physical ailment or looking to deepen your personal spiritual practice, we welcome you with authentic knowledge and open hearts.
Our Story
Nature Makes Well was founded in 2008 by Brett Chandler-Finch, a passionate educator, herbalist, and acupuncturist (M.AoM). Driven by a deep respect for traditional medicine and the healing power of the natural world, Brett established our space to provide trusted, high-quality natural remedies and personalized holistic support. What began as a dedicated private practice and localized apothecary source quickly grew into a beloved cornerstone for those seeking a more conscious, balanced lifestyle.
Today, Nature Makes Well is proudly transitioning into its second generation of family ownership. While our leadership has evolved, our core values remain entirely unchanged. We continue to honor the foundational legacy of expertise, clinical integrity, and deep care established by our founder, ensuring that the ancient wisdom of the past remains vibrant, practical, and highly accessible for generations to come.
Our Staff
Narayana Finch — Proprietor & Spiritual Counselor
As the new proprietor of Nature Makes Well, Narayana is honored to carry forward the shop’s foundational family legacy while expanding our energetic and holistic horizons. Bringing a deep-seated passion for sacred arts and community alignment, Narayana offers intuitive spiritual counseling, divination, and energetic therapies. Whether helping you design a personal ritual, navigating spiritual transitions, or guiding you toward your path of inner peace, Narayana holds a compassionate, grounded space for your spiritual evolution.
Brett Chandler -Finch, M.Aom
Though passing the torch of day-to-day operations to the next generation, our founder Brett continues to anchors our clinical wellness offerings. With nearly two decades of experience rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and Western herbal medicine, Brett provides deeply personalized, one-on-one herbal consultations and acupuncture. His practice is dedicated to root-cause healing, helping clients resolve deep-seated physical disharmonies and restore the body’s innate capacity for wellness.
Jacob Oswalt, LMT
Jacob is our resident bodywork expert, dedicated to helping clients release physical tension, alleviate pain, and reconnect with their bodies. Combining a deep understanding of anatomy with an intuitive, therapeutic touch, Jacob specializes in custom bodywork sessions ranging from deep tissue and restorative Swedish massage to specialized botanical-infused therapies. Through his targeted clinical skills, Jacob works closely with you to restore alignment, melt away physical stress, and support your long-term mobility and wellness goals.
Our Mission & Philosophy
At Nature Makes Well, nature isn’t just an alternative—it is the blueprint.
Our mission is to empower individuals on their journey to optimal health and lifelong vitality by providing compassionate, personalized, and integrative holistic care. Through the time-honored wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine, Western herbal medicine, and natural therapies, we harmonize the body, mind, and spirit, fostering deep healing from within and restoring the body’s innate capacity for wellness.
Our Core Objectives
- Provide Personalized, Root-Cause Healthcare: We deliver individualized strategies that target the underlying root causes of disharmony and illness, rather than merely suppressing symptoms.
- Integrate Traditional Wisdom with Modern Lives: We make the ancient principles of acupuncture, traditional herbalism, and energetic balance practical, safe, and highly effective for contemporary lifestyles.
- Cultivate Patient Empowerment and Education: We educate and mentor you on self-care, nutrition, and natural wellness practices, giving you the tools and confidence to actively participate in your own healing journey.
- Foster a Sanctuary for Holistic Healing: We maintain a serene, supportive, and compassionate environment where you feel deeply heard, respected, and nurtured throughout your therapeutic process.
- Support Long-Term Preventive Wellness: We emphasize preventive care and lifestyle cultivation to help individuals maintain vibrant health, prevent future imbalances, and age with grace and vitality.
What We Offer:
To support your unique path, we curate a high-quality selection of products, education, and holistic services mindfully designed to nourish your body, expand your mind, and deepen your spiritual practice.
Classes, Consultations & Bodywork: Deepen your healing through personalized care and community workshops. Join group classes for remedy-making and guided meditation, or book private sessions with expert practitioners for custom herbal formulas, energetic alignment (like Reiki), and restorative therapeutic massage.
Wellness, Herbs & Plant Medicine: Nourish your body and daily vitality with responsibly sourced bulk herbs, clean supplements, functional mushrooms, and handcrafted topical salves. We pair these remedies with holistic hygiene tools, physical meditation cushions, and comprehensive educational guidebooks on herbalism and foraging.
Esoteric, Lore & Ritual: Step into the sacred with metaphysical tools and literature curated to cleanse your space and honor your inner magic. We offer ethical smudges, intention candles, hand-selected crystals, altar decor, and tarot decks, alongside deep-dive books on astrology and spellcraft and leather journals to record your journey.
Connect With Us
Thank you for being a part of our story. We look forward to being a part of yours. If you have any questions, want to book a consultation or bodywork session, or need guidance on our apothecary items, please reach out or stop by our sanctuary.
- Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only (Available most weekdays and evenings)
- Location: 334 Green Valley Dr. Bastrop TX 78602
- Email: sales@naturemakeswell.com
- Phone: 512-703-0669