Naturopathic Services
Every treatment protocol is created specifically for you and your health concerns. The naturopathic services that I offer include:
Consultations — extensive health history, comprehensive assessment, discussion and formulation of treatment plans
Virtual consultations are available to residents of British Columbia — please inquiry directly if you are interested in virtual care.
Treatments — fully individualized to target your specific health concerns and goals
Diagnostics & Lab Testing — to support in-depth investigation into your overall well-being
Prescription Therapies — as needed to support your treatment plan
Physical Exams — assessment of body systems including head & neck, heart, lungs and abdomen
Patient Care Process
Tools & Treatments
Lab Testing
Conventional & functional diagnostic tools may be utilized to further investigate your health concerns. Labs may include blood & iron studies, nutrient deficiencies, hormone testing, stool analysis, Pap & STI testing, and food sensitivities.
Clinical Nutrition
Providing our bodies with adequate nutrition is like laying down the foundation of a house—it plays an essential role in overall health. Our goal is to ensure you are nourishing your body through the foods you eat.
Prescription Therapies
Naturopathic doctors with prescribing authority are able to write prescriptions for many pharmaceuticals including bio-identical hormone therapy, thyroid medication and antibiotics.
Vitamin Injections
Custom-formulated vitamin injections are used to correct nutrient deficiencies, improve cellular functioning & overall health. These may include vitamin B12, NAD+, vitamin D and MIC injections.
Botanical Medicine
Herbs can be used to support many different body systems & functions such as digestion, metabolism and immune regulation. They come in various forms for individualized use including teas, tinctures (alcohol & glycerin extracts) and capsules.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine that is centred on the flow of energy (‘Qi’) within the body. It involves the insertion of needles (as thin as a strand of hair) into specific points on the body to stimulate vitality and healing.
Targeted Nutraceuticals
If indicated, specific vitamins and nutrients may be recommended to support targeted body systems and promote healing.
Health Coaching
NDs are well equipped to listen with compassion and curiosity, providing you with the space to be heard. We will work together to incorporate effective and achievable lifestyle strategies to support your health journey.
Hydrotherapy
The therapeutic application of water is used to stimulate your body’s natural healing capabilities, including detoxification and immune support. Specific therapeutic techniques include constitutional hydrotherapy, Sitz baths and water treading.
Pelvic Exam & Cervical Screening
The pelvic exam & cervical screening is a comprehensive, trauma-informed gynaecological assessment. It includes the following components:
Breast Exam — assessment of breast tissue & lymph nodes
Pelvic Exam — external & internal assessment of vulvar & vaginal tissue
Pap Test — cervical cancer screening
Additional testing is also available for:
HPV & sexually transmitted infections (STI)
vaginal infections (i.e. bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis)
Urine analysis