Naturopathic Medicine is a complimentary form of health care aimed at supporting the body’s ability to heal itself. By looking at the root causes of illness rather than just the symptoms, and promoting healing through natural therapies, naturopathic medicine is a successful non-invasive way to prevent chronic illness as well as reduce reliance upon prescription medications. Naturopathic Medicine aims to boost your immune system, prevent and treat chronic disease and increase your overall energy level.

There are a number of Naturopathic treatments that are tailored to each individual patient. Treatments may include clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, physical treatments, Asian medicine, lifestyle counselling, or a combination of these.

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct form of primary health care. Naturopathic assessment, diagnosis and treatment draws from a number of modalities (therapies) and is tailored to the individual.

Naturopathic medicine is based on the following principles: 

• Utilization of therapies that are minimally invasive i.e., first do no harm
• The Healing power of nature
• Identification and treatment of the causes of disease
• The primary role of the doctor as the teacher
• Treatment of the whole person
• Disease prevention and health promotion

Naturopathic medicine is for people of all ages and health histories who want to take their health into their own hands. NDs are primary health care providers and are qualified to see and treat everyone. Treatments may include clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine, physical treatments, Asian medicine, and lifestyle counselling.

 

Reference: Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors

With clinical nutrition, we examine the relationship between diet and health. We use whole foods, food elimination, variation in dietary habits and nutritional supplements to treat disease and promote health.

• PCOS and Endometriosis
• Painful periods
• Eczema and hives
• Arthritis
• Digestive concerns
• Chronic pain
• Concussions
• Weight management

Homeopathic remedies are minute dilutions of plant, animal and mineral substances designed to stimulate the body’s “vital force” and strengthen its innate ability to heal.

Physical medicine includes soft tissue work (including therapeutic massage), naturopathic manipulation of muscle, bone or the spine, hydrotherapy techniques, gentle electrical impulses, ultrasound, and exercise therapy.

Testing is available to learn of barriers that are holding you back from achieving your health goals. Naturopathic Doctors are equipped to perform full physical exams if needed, including, but not limited to: gynecological health exams (Pap smears and cultures), breast exams and general wellness screenings.

• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Vitamin D status
• Thyroid function
• Food sensitivity testing
• Hormone panels (including DUTCH testing)
• Pap tests
• and More

Naturopathic doctors address all aspects of a person’s life, identifying and addressing the impact that stress and life events have on a patient’s health and assisting patients to make effective lifestyle choices.

With clinical nutrition, we examine the relationship between diet and health. We use whole foods, food elimination, variation in dietary habits and nutritional supplements to treat disease and promote health.

• PCOS and Endometriosis
• Painful periods
• Eczema and hives
• Arthritis
• Digestive concerns
• Chronic pain
• Concussions
• Weight management

Women’s health is a complex interconnection of hormones, genetics and environmental factors. There is often a multitude of factors that influence fertility without one set answer for everyone. However, concerns such as severe cramping, PMS, menopausal symptoms, low libido etc. can and should be addressed and treated. I provide an inclusive and LGBT2Q-friendly service in my practice.

• Infertility and pre-conception care
• Menopause
• Acne
• Endometriosis
• PCOS
• Period regulation
• PMS
• and more

Even with chronic conditions there are ways to prevent progression, minimize symptoms and maintain function.

• Thyroid conditions
• Psoriasis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Multiple sclerosis
• Lupus
• and more

Bloating, gas, cramping, diarrhea, and constipation do not have to be your new normal

Most extended medical/insurance plans cover Naturopathy and Naturopathic Medicine treatment fees.

Please contact your insurance provider to check if they require a Doctor’s referral, to be able to claim or direct-bill treatments.

Insurances that we can direct-bill:

• Bluecross
• Cinup
• Chamber of Commerce
• Cooperators
• Cowan
• Desjardins
• First Canadian
• GroupHealth
• Great-West-Life
• Industrial Alliance
• Johnson Insurance
• Johnston Group
• Manulife
• Maximum Benefit
• Sun Life Financial

If your insurance is not in the list, you will receive a receipt after the treatment that you can send to your insurance to get refunded of the portion covered.