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Integrative Care

I combine two complementary systems of healthcare — Osteopathy and Naturopathic Medicine — to provide a level of care few practitioners can offer. This dual expertise allows me to take a truly integrative approach, delivering personalized strategies for pain relief and long-term wellness.

Focus

Key focus areas in my approach to care ✨

Osteopathy

Osteopathy addresses the anatomy of the system – the structure and position of body parts. Since structure (anatomy) governs function (physiology), the whole body is treated to improve overall health, not only to reduce pain. I use my hands to assess the quality of the tissues and gently treat the cause of the imbalance.

Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic Medicine addresses the physiology of the system - how the body functions biochemically at the cellular level. My goal is to use your symptoms to discover the cause of your pain and dysfunction. I want to teach you what foods are healthy to eat, what exercise programs best suit your body, and what lifestyle choices will prevent future health concerns.

Pain Relief

You don’t have to live with pain, and you don’t have to take medications for temporary pain relief. Pain is a message from your body that there is something wrong. When pain is masked or ignored, your body creates more pain as a louder cry for help. I use my hands to assess and treat the cause of the imbalance, and to remove the pattern of pain from your body.

Treatments

What to expect when you book an appointment

First Visit

During the intake, we discuss your health concerns. I am interested in everything about you. The more information I have, the easier it is to determine the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms.

During the assessment, I use my eyes to observe and my hands to palpate your body and sense the areas of imbalance. I listen to your body’s story to determine the primary areas in need of treatment.

During the treatment, I use my hands to restore proper movement and function to your body. My focus is on supporting your body’s innate ability to heal. My goal is for you to leave my office feeling more balanced, centered, relaxed and with less pain.

If you would like to meet me before scheduling your first visit, please feel free to book a video meeting.

Follow-Up Visits

In addition to continuing with Osteopathic treatments, we discuss lifestyle and nutrition - simple changes you can make in your life to feel better. I may prescribe supplements or herbs.

Visits are more frequent in the beginning, and often less frequent as you start to feel better. Once your primary complaints have been addressed, we start to look at the bigger picture so that you are not only living without pain, you are thriving.

We are focusing on optimizing your whole system so future health complaints are minimized. Maintenance and preventive visits vary from person to person.

About

Learn about my journey and qualifications

BHSc

University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Health Sciences (2000)

ND

The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Doctor (2004)

DOMP

The Canadian College of Osteopathy
Diploma of Osteopathy Manual Practitioner (2013)

For as long as I can remember I’ve wanted to be a doctor. As an only child I spent a lot of time by myself exploring and discovering. Childhood play usually involved caring for sick stuffed animals, trying to mend injured insects I found outside, playing midwife, and compounding potions from flowers, leaves, and roots.

When I discovered Naturopathic Medicine in high school, I knew this was my path. As one of the first graduates from The University of Western Ontario in the Health Sciences program, I was lucky enough to learn about traditional sciences, such as biochemistry, organic chemistry, and anatomy, while also learning about the psychological and emotional impacts on health.

My knowledge and interest in the human body evolved further at The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, where I learned both medical sciences and alternative treatments, such as nutrition, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. After graduating and practicing for a few years, I felt that something was missing. I was having success treating people, but they weren’t improving as quickly or as completely as I would like.

Once I was introduced to Osteopathy, I found my true calling. The beauty of Osteopathy is that the body tells you what it needs to heal if you are open to listening. In the summer of 2018, I experienced a concussion. I don’t know where I’d be without Osteopathic and Naturopathic treatment. This experience solidified for me that I want to work with those affected by chronic pain and brain injuries. As one of the first practitioners integrating Osteopathy and Naturopathic Medicine, I offer a unique perspective on health. I feel extremely fortunate to work in a profession that I love, with people who inspire me.

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