My journey to become a naturopathic doctor began after reading the following passage from a complementary and alternative medicine book:
“In ancient and indigenous healing systems, medicine was not about the putting of things into the body but using external resources to help stimulate the internal resources of the body. The body heals itself and maintains it’s own health.”
I was nearing the end of my undergraduate degree in Biology and I knew the linear path I was on to become a medical doctor was about to take a turn. Rather than medical school, I enrolled in a postgraduate degree in Holistic Science where I was immersed in traditional and Indigenous knowledge systems, complexity theory and systems thinking, and the practice of intuition, spirit-dialogue and art-making as guides for scientific inquiry.
Upon graduating, I was called to put this knowledge into practice as a holistic medical professional who honoured the wholeness and sacredness of healing, the power of plants and creativity in healing, and the recognition of one’s innate resources to heal themselves. This lead me to the study and practice of naturopathic medicine.
My journey to become a naturopathic doctor began after reading the following passage from a compl...
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Lindsey is a Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario, Canada. She has worked with many anxious pregnant women and parents to compassionately support them through their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual transition into parenthood.
She also works with patients in her general practice to get them feeling full of energy and enthusiasm to live their fullest lives.
Lindsey is currently accepting virtual patients in Ontario, and in-person Doula clients from Collingwood to Shelburne, and from Flesherton to Barrie
Lindsey is a Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario, Canada. She has worked with many anxious pregnant wo...
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Dr. Nicki Marksteiner is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) and a
licensed practitioner of the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO). As a cancer survivor herself, Dr. Nicki has a special interest in empowering cancer survivors, taking them from exhausted to vibrant and resilient so that they can get back
to spending time doing what they love with the people they love.
Dr Nicki is available for virtual consults across Ontario.
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Kelly McGuire is an experienced Counsellor who specializes in Hypnotherapy. After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Carleton University, Kelly began her career as a Counsellor at the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa, where she supported clients in individual, group and crisis line settings. Upon completion of her Hypnotherapy Certification from the Canadian Hypnosis Centre certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists, Kelly began her private practice where she was able to support clients for a variety of issues using the effective, therapeutic tool of hypnosis. Kelly received her Master of Arts in Counselling and Spirituality from Saint Paul University and now, using a powerful and integrative approach, specializes in helping women and children suffering from anxiety, fears/phobias, stress and sleep disturbances. With over 20 years of counselling experience, Kelly values both the deep human healing connection and the simple effectiveness of hypnotherapy in supporting her clients through their healing journey.
Kelly McGuire is an experienced Counsellor who specializes in Hypnotherapy. After earning a Bache...
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With an interest in the medical field from a very young age, Dr. Shakila Mohmand, ND graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, ON after completing her undergraduate studies in Honours BSc. Biomedical Science with a minor in Psychology at the University of Ottawa.
She is currently a registered member in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario. In addition, she has also met the naturopathic standards of practice for prescribing and therapeutics, allowing her to offer patients a broader scope of care.
During her time in practice, Dr. Mohmand has focused on conditions relating to women’s health and mental health, but continues to offer treatment for a broad range of conditions. She is committed to listening with empathy and compassion in order to fully understand her patients from a mind-body-spirit perspective. The naturopathic principle of “doctor as teacher” is something Dr. Mohmand highly resonates with. She strives towards educating and empowering patients in order to support them on their own individual health journey.
With an interest in the medical field from a very young age, Dr. Shakila Mohmand, ND graduated fr...
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Kelsey was born and raised in Ottawa and has always had an interest for the anatomy and mechanics of the human body. She knew from a young age that she was passionate about helping people and wanted to pursue a career in manual therapy.
After completing high school, Kelsey went on to pursue her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Trent University and Ontario Tech. Kelsey graduated with a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Kinesiology with distinct honours. She gained an extensive knowledge in human anatomy, exercise physiology, and injury management and prevention.
Within a short time after she began working within the field of Kinesiology, Kelsey knew that she was eager to discover more about the human body and was interested in being able to determine the root cause of the dysfunctions that she was seeing in clients day to day. This is when she discovered osteopathy. Osteopathy is based on the principles that the body is a dynamic unit of function and that structure and function are interrelated. This sparked an interest in Kelsey as she enrolled in the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy in Hamilton, Ont.
At the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy, Kelsey studied and practiced classical osteopathy and applied anatomy for 4 years. Over these years, Kelsey developed a strong understanding of the principles of osteopathy in which she is able to demonstrate on the table. This extensive program trained Kelsey to be able to assess the compensatory pattern of the body to be able to determine the root cause of the pain that her patients are experiencing.
When Kelsey is not studying or working, she enjoys walking outdoors with her dog Mack, reading and spending time with family and friends.
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy uses ‘hands-on’ techniques to influence the way the body works. It is seen as a form of manual medicine which can influence various systems of the body towards a more efficient and holistic state of health. Kelsey will use highly developed skills of palpation (feeling/assessing) to examine and find areas of stress, strain or weakness in the body and after making a diagnosis, treat specific areas relating to your complaint, the root cause and preventative care.
Osteopathic treatment is for everyone from young (babies & children) to old, to all family members and can help with a wide and varied range of conditions including:
· Back / Neck / Shoulder Pain
· Generalised Aches and Pain
· Joint Pain
· Arthritic Pain
· Headaches arising from neck (cervico-genic) / Migraine prevention
· Neuralgia
· Fibromyalgia
· Postural issues/concerns
· Cramps
· Digestion Problems
· Inability to relax
· Circulatory Problems
· Muscle Spasms
- And other health & development issues/problems
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Dr. Clare’s clinical practice focuses chronic digestive conditions with a special interest in celiac disease and skin conditions including eczema, hives, acne, and psoriasis.
She has also pursued extra training in environmental medicine and is licensed in IV therapy. IV therapy is a tool that is often used as an adjunctive therapy to support the immune system, improve energy and replenish nutrients that are not being absorbed through a compromised digestive system
Dr. Clare Sullivan is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) and a licensed practitioner of the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO).
>Dr. Clare is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Clare’s clinical practice focuses chronic digestive conditions with a special interest in cel...
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Sierra Wright is a Registered Holistic Nutritional Practitioner (RHNP) who specializes in gastrointestinal health and sports nutrition. Her practice focuses on a wholesome, nutrient-dense approach with nutrition that supports the entire body, mind, and soul connection to provide optimal support. Sierra also holds her certificates as a Red Seal Chef Apprentice and 200-hr Yoga Teacher, where she prides herself on interconnecting all education areas into a supportive balance of nutrition as a whole; mind, body, and soul.
What Led Me Into Nutrition
The culinary industry and personal gastrointestinal health struggles led Sierra to study nutrition. She had worked many years in being apprenticed as a Red Seal Chef, where she felt a strong draw towards the connection of what we eat in relation to our body’s healing abilities and the integrity of her beliefs that food is our best medicine. She combined her nutritional studies with her culinary skills to create a healthy foundation for herself to heal and to support those seeking to optimize their health through nutritional sciences and wholesome foods on their personal journey. She understands the importance of loving what we eat in alignment with how we desire to feel by having a deep understanding of nutrient-absorbency and effective flavourful meal plans that satisfy with a thriving, healthy, and happy result. She welcomes all clients with dietary restrictions and respects all dietary preferences. Her core approach emphasizes natural nutrition to support our digestion, immunity, nervous system, hormones and overall well-being. She leads her practice with compassion and creates personalized plans with a vitally supportive approach to achieve your health goals.
Sierra Wright is a Registered Holistic Nutritional Practitioner (RHNP) who specializes in gastroi...
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