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Functional Medicine

Functional Medicine identifies and address the root causes of disease and health conditions, and views the body as one integrated system, not a collection of independent organs divided. It treats the whole system, not just the symptom, using natural substances.

Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care profession built on a patient-centered approach that emphasizes prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that support the body’s natural ability to heal and help the patient achieve sustainable health and wellness. Naturopathic Doctors treat the root causes of disease and address prev... Read More

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care profession built on a patient-centered approach that emphasizes prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that support the body’s natural ability to heal and help the patient achieve sustainable health and wellness. Naturopathic Doctors treat the root causes of disease and address preventable risk factors, using a wide range of science-and evidence-based, natural and conventional therapies.

RMT

Registered Massage Therapy is also known as Swedish Massage. It is the hands-on manipulation of soft tissues (muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments) to relieve the effects of stress and injury on the body. Massage therapy has a therapeutic effect and improves health and well-being by acting on the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems, not to mention the obvious benefit and importance of ... Read More

Registered Massage Therapy is also known as Swedish Massage. It is the hands-on manipulation of soft tissues (muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments) to relieve the effects of stress and injury on the body. Massage therapy has a therapeutic effect and improves health and well-being by acting on the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems, not to mention the obvious benefit and importance of reducing stress! Tanya Hamlet has also received advanced accreditation in lymphatic massage.

Manual Osteopathy

Manual Osteopathy utilizes a gentle hands-on approach that includes structural (bone and joint), myofascial (muscle and fascia), visceral (organ), and cranial-sacral approaches to care. Traditional Osteopathic philosophy demands that the body be addressed as an integrated unit, and as such the goal of treatment is to restore the natural, healthy integrated state of structures within, while resp... Read More

Manual Osteopathy utilizes a gentle hands-on approach that includes structural (bone and joint), myofascial (muscle and fascia), visceral (organ), and cranial-sacral approaches to care. Traditional Osteopathic philosophy demands that the body be addressed as an integrated unit, and as such the goal of treatment is to restore the natural, healthy integrated state of structures within, while respecting all components of the patient: body, mind, and spirit.

Psychotherapist

We recognize the invaluable tools of psychotherapy in the field of emotional and physical wellness. We work with clients, daily, whose lives can be deeply impacted by their illnesses. We offer counseling and guidance, for our clients, as they journey on the road to wellness.

Athletic Therapy

Certified Athletic Therapists are best known for their quick-thinking on-field emergency care of professional and elite athletes. The first to respond when someone gets hurt, they are experts at injury assessment and rehabilitation. It is that same mix of on-site care and active rehabilitation skills that makes Athletic Therapists so effective in treating the musculoskeletal (muscles, bones, an... Read More

Certified Athletic Therapists are best known for their quick-thinking on-field emergency care of professional and elite athletes. The first to respond when someone gets hurt, they are experts at injury assessment and rehabilitation. It is that same mix of on-site care and active rehabilitation skills that makes Athletic Therapists so effective in treating the musculoskeletal (muscles, bones, and joints) injuries of all Canadians, whether on the field or in the clinic.

Athletic Therapists adhere to the Sports Medicine Model of care. They treat a wide range of patients, from kids with concussions to seniors recovering from hip replacement surgery, using various manual therapies, modalities, exercise prescription and even bracing and taping. The treatment varies but the objective does not: an Athletic Therapist's goal is to help clients return to their usual activities, whether that means playing competitive sports or walking to the mailbox and back. The ultimate goal is a safe reintegration into an active lifestyle.

Nutritionist

Good nutrition is fundamental to any healing journey.  At The Root of Health, we think that good food is the foundation of good health.  Nutrition is a key part of your healing, and we make the services of our Nutritionist available and affordable for our patients.  We believe in limiting the obstacles to helping YOU feel better, and help YOU manage the changes needed in your path to health. ... Read More

Good nutrition is fundamental to any healing journey.  At The Root of Health, we think that good food is the foundation of good health.  Nutrition is a key part of your healing, and we make the services of our Nutritionist available and affordable for our patients.  We believe in limiting the obstacles to helping YOU feel better, and help YOU manage the changes needed in your path to health.

Our Nutritionist will work with you to help facilitate making lasting dietary and lifestyle changes that will be supportive of your healing and long term health.  Our Certified Nutritional Practitioner, Paula Porter is passionate about helping our patients navigate dietary changes.  She can help with making big or small changes aimed at helping YOU feel vitally healthy.

Nutrition packages are available in the clinic for those requiring more consistent guidance and accountability.  if you are looking for guidance or advice in a supportive and friendly environment, we would love to help.

Energy Therapy

Science is now beginning to provide evidence supporting the theory that all injury, pain, and disease begins with an energy imbalance which can actually alter the chemistry in your body. Imbalances or blockages in our energy flow can be caused by trauma, suppressed emotion or continued lower vibrational states such as stress, depression or anxiety. This is something ancient cultures instinctive... Read More

Science is now beginning to provide evidence supporting the theory that all injury, pain, and disease begins with an energy imbalance which can actually alter the chemistry in your body. Imbalances or blockages in our energy flow can be caused by trauma, suppressed emotion or continued lower vibrational states such as stress, depression or anxiety. This is something ancient cultures instinctively knew as they mapped out meridian lines, spin points (such as the major chakras) and auric fields in and around the human body and devised practices and therapies to balance the body’s energy, such as yoga, reiki, and acupuncture.

Chiropractic

Chiropractic Care Chiropractic therapy is an alternative medicine that is evidence-based, non-invasive and a hands-on regulated health care profession that focuses primarily on the neuro-musculoskeletal system. On your first visit, Dr. Braich will complete a full history exam and physical examination, including neurological and orthopedic testing and will then provide a report of findings a... Read More

Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic therapy is an alternative medicine that is evidence-based, non-invasive and a hands-on regulated health care profession that focuses primarily on the neuro-musculoskeletal system. On your first visit, Dr. Braich will complete a full history exam and physical examination, including neurological and orthopedic testing and will then provide a report of findings and plan of management.

Chiropractors undergo 8 years of post-secondary training from an accredited Chiropractic college and clinical training. They are trained to evaluate, diagnose, recommend and provide a treatment plan that is specific to the patient's condition.

Services provided include:
Spinal manipulative therapy
Soft tissue therapy
Cupping
Active Release Therapy (ART)
Electro-modalities
Acupuncture/Electroacupuncture
Compression stocking
Custom Bracing
Custom Orthotics
Kinesiotaping
Mindfulness
Exercise Therapy
Nutritional recommendations

Medical Acupuncture:

Medical Acupuncture is a precise peripheral nerve stimulation technique, in which fine solid needles (acupuncture needles of varying lengths depending on body site) are inserted into an anatomically defined neurofunctuonal sites. The insertion of the needle is completed manually and sometimes there is an addition of electrostimulation for the purpose of disrupting abnormal activity of the nervous system. Medical acupuncture is a successful modality to help bring down pain levels and improve overall function.

Denise K Belgrave
(She/Her/Hers)

Denise Belgrave is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) from the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She holds a MSc in Counselling from the University of the West Indies and a BA in Sociology and Psychology from Brock University. She is also a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professional and a member of the Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists.

Denise has worked in the mental health field for the past 28 years in a variety of settings. She has counselled with children, adolescents and adults working through transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, grief, loss, depression, emotional and physical abuse. In so doing, she has helped her clients work towards their goals and sought improving their quality of life, with a strong interest in holistic healing. She has worked internationally in varied cultural settings and has a strong appreciation for diversity having benefitted from exposure to a wide range of cultural issues.

Over the years she has found that practicing an Integrative, Person Centered, Cognitive Behavioural design with Mindfulness techniques has played an integral role in supporting her clients. This allows changing/modifying their emotional and behavioural patterns and challenging limiting beliefs.

Denise strives to create a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental therapeutic climate that is safe, supportive and culturally inclusive for all individuals. Interface is personalized, structured, reinforcing and aimed to allow personal growth and comfort.

In her leisure time Denise enjoys spending time with family and friends, music, going for walks in nature settings, gardening, travel and watching movies.

Denise looks forward to working with you and addressing your needs.

Denise Belgrave is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) from the College of Registered Psych... Read More

Leanna Bissell BA, MA, RP (Qualifying)

Leanna has 10 years experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, substance and alcohol use concerns, postpartum depression, PTSD, body image, disordered eating, ADHD, Acquired Brain Injury, and trauma. She is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with a Master of Arts Degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor Degree in Psychology from Brock University. Leanna has worked with individuals from a myriad of backgrounds providing empathetic support and instilling hope for the future. She believes that therapy is a partnership and a collaborative process that focuses on creating an atmosphere where meaningful and impactful conversations can take place to explore a person’s inner strengths and therapeutic goals. Leanna uses approaches such as narrative therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based practices to thoughtfully provide a safe space for healing. Leanna is passionate about continuing to learn and develop her toolkit in order to provide outstanding professional, holistic and relevant therapy for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. Leanna would like to hear from you if you have concerns in any of the following areas:

• Addictions (alcohol, drug, video games),

• ADHD (poor time management, disorganized thoughts),

• Trauma (sexual assault, motor vehicle accident, intimate partner violence, childhood attachment),

• Anxiety (social anxiety, worry and rumination),

• Depression (low mood, low motivation, fatigue, poor concentration),

• Acquired brain injury,

• Body dissatisfaction,

• Emotional eating or chronic dieting.

Leanna has 10 years experience supporting people with anxiety, depression, substance and alcohol ... Read More

Dr. Mandeep Braich BSc, DC

Catherine Cartwright D.O.M.P. Osteopathic Manual Practitioner

Catherine Cartwright – BA(HonPhysEd), DipSIM, D.O.M.P., Osteopathic Manual Practitioner

Catherine is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner. She earned her Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice, D.O.M.P., in 2001 from the Canadian College of Osteopathy in Toronto. She successfully defended her thesis entitled ´Clients Perception of the Effectiveness of Osteopathic Treatment in the 21st Century-ASurvey’. She found that people choose osteopathic treatment because the practitioners treat globally, find the cause of their dysfunction, and are good listeners.

Catherine began her post secondary education by earning her Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Physical Education from the University of Western Ontario. Her focus was in the athletic injuries stream and she then went on to complete her Diploma in Sports Injury Management at Sheridan College which was a one of a kind program at the time. This education afforded her the opportunity to work in various settings including the athletic therapy department at Queens University and to work with various athletes including the Canadian Freestyle Ski team. Catherine began her Osteopathic studies while practising as a Certified Athletic Therapist.

Catherine uses various osteopathic treatment techniques for a whole body, personalized approach. Her interest lies in the more subtle but powerful techniques that focus on the cranium, fluids and viscera (organs). She is an active member of the Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners(OAO). She recently retired from the board of directors after six years of service.

Catherine has many years of experience as a healthcare practitioner and her interest lies in empowering individuals to understand the multifaceted nature of themselves and how mind, emotion and spirit impact upon their physical health.

Catherine Cartwright – BA(HonPhysEd), DipSIM, D.O.M.P., Osteopathic Manual Practitioner Catherin... Read More

Dr. Alison Danby Naturopathic Doctor

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Loretta Green
(She/Her/Hers) MSc, BA

Loretta (Elle) Green is an Intuitive Energy Coach, Reiki Master Teacher (Usui and Kundalini), Certified Oracle Card Reader. She has studied many modalities and is excited to bring them forth to guide you on your Healing Journey. With a Masters Degree in Education and over 10 years of corporate coaching experience - Loretta has taken her gifts of listening, understanding, mentoring and educating to a whole new level of personal development and transformation.

Through Intuitive Energy Coaching; Loretta helps you to understand what your Soul is yearning for by exploring energy space. When we do this - it sparks and ignites our Intuition and allows us to truly hear what our Body and Soul is wanting us to know. When we begin to pay attention to our intuition, we allow ourselves to follow the guidance that is coming from the Divine and we then can magically co-create and cultivate our Dream life!

Loretta (Elle) Green is an Intuitive Energy Coach, Reiki Master Teacher (Usui and Kundalini), Cer... Read More

Tanya Hamlet

Brooke Hill
(She/Her/Hers) M.Ed, R.P (Qualifying)

Dr. Ann Nakajima ND

Ann Nakajima N.D. obtained a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Human Biology and Psychology from the University of Toronto in 1997. She graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto in 2002. She is currently a member the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

With 10 years of experience treating various acute and chronic concerns in patients of all ages in the Oakville and Mississauga area, she has a special interest in women’s health, including pregnancy and fertility, paediatrics, allergies, digestion, and mood-related concerns. She utilizes various tests with her patients, including food sensitivity and hormone testing, and provides individualized care using the modalities of clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, and homeopathy, including bio-therapeutic drainage, which involves the use of unique combinations of homeopathic remedies to promote enhanced detoxification and general functioning of the body’s organ systems. She has extensive experience in acupuncture (including cosmetic or facial rejuvenation techniques) and also practices Bowen therapy, a gentle hands-on technique that works on muscles, nerves, and connective tissue to address pain.

In her practice, she emphasizes the importance of preventative health care and education. She recognizes that health is a state of balance that involves physical, mental, and social well-being. In the treatment plans she individually designs for each patient, she strives to address the underlying causes of illness, rather than simply treat or suppress symptoms.

Ann presents lectures on health and wellness in both community and corporate settings and was a contributing writer for the publication, Healthy Directions.

Ann Nakajima N.D. obtained a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Human Biology and Psychology f... Read More

Alex Newman
(She/They)

Dr. Jodie Peacock ND

Paula Porter
(She/Her/Hers) Certified Nutritional Practitioner

William Schudlo

Wendy Wang MEd, RP (Qual)

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