My story

My first experience with naturopathic medicine was as a patient. I had been struggling with a chronic health condition for most of my teen years, which was forcing me to take time off of school and dance rehearsals. My family doctor had prescribed a few different pharmaceutical options, but none had worked out. The side effects of these medications were almost as bad as the symptoms I was taking them for. I needed other options.

I was hesitant about naturopathic medicine at first. I remember telling my mom I didn’t want to go to my first appointment. I was scared the ND would make me go vegan or give up ice cream. To my surprise, the treatment plan my ND provided me with was far from restrictive! It was also more effective than I could have hoped with minimal side effects. I was able to get back to focusing on school and dance (something which I still do today!)

This experience sparked my interest in health and nutrition and led me to pursue my Bachelor’s of Science at the University of Toronto, double majoring in Nutritional Sciences and Human Biology. From there I completed my Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto.