My aim as a mental health professional is to further support my clients through their journeys by working through a strength-based lens, client-centred and collaborative approach to help identify concerns, identify solutions/goals, and foster skills to achieve their goals.
My desire is to create a safe, honest, caring, and non-judgemental space where you feel comfortable being you while accessing the inner and outer resources you need to achieve your desired goals.
Areas of Interest/Expertise
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Workplace stress
- Relationship issues
- Family issues
- Communication.
Types of Therapy/Treatment Used
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Solution-focused therapy
- Emotion-focused therapy
- Attachment based therapy
- Acceptance & Commitment therapy
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Ada is passionate about providing personalized, evidence-informed nutrition care. Her philosophy includes a whole food approach focused on creating sustainable health behaviors which fit into her clients’ existing lives.
With almost a decade of experience in the nutrition world, Ada brings forth a wealth of knowledge working in various practice areas at some of Toronto’s top hospitals and clinics. She is a passionate advocate for preventive care and has vast experience in Cardiology and Family Medicine. Ada has supported hundreds of clients in successfully managing various health concerns including the following;
Prediabetes, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Heart disease and heart failure
Weight loss
Perimenopause
PCOS
Vegetarian/vegan lifestyles
Chronic Kidney Disease
NAFLD (Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or “fatty liver”)
Optimizing diet to support longevity
Ada is empowered by the possibility of enabling her clients to take charge of their health and is taking on new clients!
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Clinic Cofounder and Owner, Dr. Elaine Lewis, ND is a naturopathic doctor focused in women’s hormonal health. Her areas of clinical interest include period health, perimenopause, menopause, thyroid conditions, insulin resistance, and metabolic health.
She is able to support patients with bioidentical hormone prescriptions including menopause hormone replacement, and offers vitamin injections, cosmetic acupuncture, and intravenous vitamin therapy in her practice. Dr. Lewis deeply values empowering her patients to take charge of their health and utilizes specialized lab testing to assess and manage her patients for optimal health outcomes.
Clinic Cofounder and Owner, Dr. Elaine Lewis, ND is a naturopathic doctor focused in women’s hor...
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My passion for naturopathy stems from my reverence for the human body and the human spirit; I believe in the power of creating sustainable changes to optimize health and healing. When we feel healthy and well in our bodies, we can live fulfilling lives. Naturopathic care is holistic; it encompasses nutrition, optimal digestion, sleep, movement, self-care, mental and emotional wellbeing, stress management, and holistic practices that nourish the body, mind and spirit.
I am here to help you overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of achieving your desired health goals and provide support along the way. Together, we can create a space for understanding your health concerns so that you are empowered to create sustainable changes that will allow you to function optimally and live a fulfilling life.
I enjoy treating digestion, women’s health, supportive cancer care, burn-out and skin health.
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Sim has worked in many fields: acquired brain injury, behavioural disorders, challenging behaviours, autism and developmental disabilities, depression, anxiety management and post-traumatic stress. She enjoys teaching various workshops and coping strategies.
Sim Shergill is a professor at Seneca College and enjoys teaching in the Behaviour Health Sciences Program. Sim also works as a Behaviour Consultant for Mackenzie Health where she assesses behaviour post- injury and implements treatment plans using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well Mindfulness.
Areas of Interest and Specialties
- Anxiety: feelings of nervousness, worry and fear that is debilitating
- Depression: feelings of sadness, hopelessness, despair
- Acquired brain injury: mild to severe injury to the brain; due to falls, assault, stroke, hemorrhage, infections, or tumours
- Concussion management: disruption of chemicals to the brain after external impact.
- Bipolar disorder: periods of fluctuations in mood from high to low; mania and depression
- Borderline personality disorder: unregulated emotional responses, impulsivity, inaccurate perceptions of self and others, pattern of unstable relationships
- Schizophrenia: disturbances of thought and perception through hallucinations, delusions or distorted speech
- Obsessive compulsive disorder: presence of obsessions or compulsions; persistent intrusive or unwanted thoughts leading to repetitive behaviours to prevent or reduce anxiety or distress from obsessions.
- Stress Tolerance: difficulty performing under increased or prolonged periods of stress
- Behavioural problems: property damage, aggression, noncompliance, self-harm
- Preventative Care and Self-Preservation: learning to be and stay resilient
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Mindfulness
- Solution-focused Therapies
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Luisa Balan is a Registered Massage Therapist with an extensive 7 year professional journey, having honed her skills in a wide range of techniques and modalities. Her focus extends to addressing chronic pain associated with office work, providing client specific treatments for trouble areas such as back/neck/shoulder, hips, wrist/elbow and TMJ pain.
Luisa’s personal touch is marked by empathy and warmth, creating a safe and inviting space for clients to achieve their health goals. She views massage therapy as a collaborative journey in achieving lasting well-being. By drawing on her experience with yoga, meditation and other holistic modalities, she empowers her clients to manage and improve symptoms beyond the treatment room, meeting them at their unique point along their wellness journey.
Luisa Balan is a Registered Massage Therapist with an extensive 7 year professional journey, havi...
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>Focus: Young adults (Age 16+), Adults, Seniors, Women
As a Mental Health professional, I aim to carve out space for my clients to express themselves in a safe environment, free of judgment. I believe that real change happens through an empathetic approach to therapy, where I can develop a genuine rapport between the client and myself. I wholeheartedly support my clients in self-discovery while guiding them in a non-directive and non-judgemental way.
Over the years, I have worked with clients who have demonstrated incredible resiliency in the face of struggles and invited change with the right support and collaborative effort. As such, I typically utilize client-centred and strength-based approaches based in anti-oppressive theoretical framework that recognizes and acknowledges your unique strengths and intersectional experiences.
Areas of Interest
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Relationships
- Life transitions
- Career
- Ageing
- Divorce
- Addictions/Recovery
- Women’s health
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-focused Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
>Focus: Young adults (Age 16+), Adults, Seniors, Women
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I am a client-centered therapist who uses an integrated approach. I draw on my education, training, and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Relational-Cultural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and much more.
I believe that in a nurturing and safe environment, we all have the capacity for healing, growth, and finding our own answers. My job is to collaborate with you and facilitate the conditions that will allow you to challenge your fears, discover your strengths, generate your own insights, and reach your personal goals. I customize and structure my approach based on your individual issues, personality, goals, and objectives.
With over 15 years of experience in the mental health and counselling fields, I have worked with children, adolescent, adult, and senior clients with a wide range of presenting issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, cultural identity, gender and sexuality, career, and life transitions, as well as relationship and family conflict.
I work from a trauma-informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework.
Areas of Expertise
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Career Guidance
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Men’s Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Racism/systemic oppression
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Types of Therapy/Services
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
I am a client-centered therapist who uses an integrated approach. I draw on my education, trainin...
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Understanding a new diagnosis and navigating conflicting nutrition information online can feel overwhelming. As a registered dietitian, I take the time to hear your story and learn about what you are looking to gain on your wellness journey. When working together, I also take into consideration dietary preferences, lifestyle and culture to provide recommendations specifically tailored for you. We will collaborate together to create a practical nutrition plan that will leave you with the tools and confidence for long-term, sustainable success.
My areas of focus include digestive health (IBS, GERD, gluten-free), plant-based nutrition, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, weight management and meal planning. In addition, I am a Craving Change® certified practitioner who helps clients manage emotional eating and am trained on the use of a low FODMAP diet for IBS by Monash University.
I look forward to learning more about you and working with you!
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Dr. Yaad Shergill is a diversified practitioner who utilizes various techniques to optimize the functioning of your body. She takes a biomechanical approach, which is essentially how your muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments work together to produce movement. She uses this approach to assess and better understand your pain/dysfunction and then create a treatment plan personalized to you, your health conditions, and comfort level.
Treatment goals are always patient-centered and evidence-based. Beyond Dr. Shergill’s core chiropractic training, she is certified in Acupuncture, Graston, Active Release Therapy (A.R.T), cupping and personal training. If the treatment plan calls for it, she will adjusts patients using a low force, table assisted and gentle manual style.
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Curtis has devoted his career aspirations to contribute to the health and fitness goals for himself and others. From his early days as a focused athlete, including soccer, rugby, football, baseball and kickboxing, Curtis has developed a deep understanding with the need to maintain balance and commitment in creating and sustaining meaningful goals for better wellness. As well, having been through injuries and physiotherapy sessions himself, he has an uncommon empathy for his client’s needs and how successful treatments can make a difference. His skills of Swedish massage, trigger point release, myofascial release and other techniques, combined with his training in personal fitness and lifestyle awareness, allow him to deliver positive and lasting benefits to his clients.
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Do you feel a lack of control in your life? Are challenges overwhelming you so severely that you have developed unhelpful coping mechanisms to avoid your own thoughts and emotions? Finding ways to unlearn these habits can be both scary and difficult. I work towards guiding you through a healing journey that invites you to build self awareness and compassion.
I customize my techniques according to everyone’s unique characteristics. My practice uses strength-based, solution-oriented and client-centered approaches to help you identify challenges, formulate goals and develop effective solutions. You will begin to unearth your authentic self.
Building a safe, culturally-sensitive and compassionate environment that encourages growth and learning is the foundation of my work. Let’s take the time to heal together. “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” -Lao Tzu
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Depression
Areas of Interest & Expertise
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioural Issues
- Career Guidance
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women’s Issues
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
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Nina Jung is a Board-Certified Acupuncturist, Asian American Herbalist and Strength Coach.
Nina’s passion for women’s health started in her twenties, when she experienced various hormonal imbalances - adult acne, amenorrhea, constipation and anxiety. Unable to find a treatment that worked, she dedicated the next 8 years to studying movement, nutrition and East Asian Medicine to change how women view their body-mind. She is extremely passionate about integrating East Asian medicine healing with evidence-based practices in movement and neurobiology to help women optimize their big transitions and goals - career, pregnancy, postpartum, relationships, loss and life.
When she’s not heads down trying to change the standard of care for women, you’ll find Nina lifting heavy weights, eating lots of banana bread and walking around her local farmer’s market.
Nina Jung is a Board-Certified Acupuncturist, Asian American Herbalist and Strength Coach.
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Through a personalized and evidence-informed approach, I passionately support individuals and families with a wide range of health goals. My main areas of clinical focus include hormonal health, pregnancy, 2SLGBTQIA+ health, and pediatrics.
Patient education is foundational in my practice. I’m dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and tools you need to make informed decisions about your body and health. I also prioritize creating an inclusive and safe space where all of my patients can feel comfortable presenting authentically. I strive for every patient to leave their visit feeling heard, supported, and empowered to make positive and lasting changes to achieve their wellness goals. It would be my pleasure to support you in reclaiming and maintaining your health.
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As your mental health therapist, I use a variety of approaches to help us work towards your mental health goals. I hope to make your mental health journey a bit easier, and to equip you with skills and strategies to manage mental health concerns alongside health in the broader picture. I use a flexible and person-centered approach to help you work towards your wellness goals. A key focus of mine is stress management and developing healthy coping strategies.
My goal is to empower my clients to feel capable to manage their mental health and achieve holistic wellness. By being a supportive ear and working together to make changes in support of mental health, I support your journey towards a balanced life.
Top Specialties
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Women’s Issues
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Polyvagal Theory
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Kaitlyn Ford is a Registered Massage Therapist, who thrives on helping others to maximize their physical performance as well as obtaining relaxation to achieve a healthy lifestyle.
During her treatments, essentials oils are often used to enhance the effect of the massage. She provides injury specific, deep tissue and relaxation treatments. Kaitlyn has experience with pre-natal massages and fascial stretching.
On Maternity Leave
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Norine’s mission is to educate, challenge, and empower individuals to make the best food and nutritional choices with the goal of ultimately improving both mental and physical wellbeing.
Her career has led her to over five years of experience in a number of settings, both clinical and within the community, allowing her to guide people of all ages and backgrounds to improve their nutrition. She has a passion for education in the areas of weight loss, Diabetes management, food allergies and intolerances, and gut health.
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What attracted me most to naturopathic medicine was its natural and wholistic approach to healthcare, and I love this about my job, but my favourite part about what I do is sharing the feeling of hope and gratitude when I’ve helped improve someones health and wellbeing.
I see patients both in my private practice in Oakville and at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, a naturopathic teaching clinic in Toronto. I enjoying seeing patients with a wide range of health goals including digestive health, mental health, and hormone balancing. Since having two children I also have a strong interest in family medicine (women’s health, fertility, and pediatrics). When not in practice, I also spend some of my time teaching naturopathic students reproductive health and acupuncture at CCNM.
When working with patients like you, my goal is to help solve the (sometimes difficult) riddle to your health problems with you steering the wheel. We would be a good fit if you are looking for an alternative to medications, trying to find the root cause of your health concerns, or are looking for a more natural approach to medicine and wellness.
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Social Work
Registered Social Workers are mental health professionals who help people resolve problems that affect their day-to-day lives. People see social workers when they are going through a difficult period in their personal, family and/or work life. Social workers help identify the source of stress or difficulty, help people to develop coping skills and find effective solutions to their problems, offer various forms of counselling and psychotherapy, and mediate between conflicts.