Hi. My name is Dr. Stef Buehner, ND, and I am a licensed naturopathic doctor.  I am very excited to be moving back home to Norfolk County!  What I am most passionate about is addressing all aspects of wellness (mental, emotional, and physical), and empowering patients to make positive changes in their lives.  I have a special interest in women’s health, hormonal imbalances, stress management, mood support, and digestive concerns.   

I completed my Bachelor of Science at the University of Guelph in 2013, with a major in biology and a minor in nutritional sciences.  My interests in human health, nutrition, teaching, volunteer work, natural alternatives, and finding the underlying cause of illness led me to become a naturopathic doctor.  I pursued naturopathic medicine at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in Vancouver in 2014, which allowed me to explore a different part of Canada while studying to become an ND.  While at Boucher, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to spend a week in Nicaragua to volunteer in a naturopathic clinic for locals.  Ever since spending two summers volunteering in Peru and Ecuador during university, travel and volunteer work have had a special place in my heart.  It gave me a different perspective as to how people live and the challenges they face. 

After graduating in 2017, I knew I wanted to live and set up a practice in a rural community.  Having grown up on a farm outside of Waterford, I have always valued the sense of community and the slower pace of small towns.  While practicing in Goderich, ON, my partner, Jeff, and I took a trip to Nova Scotia and knew we wanted to pursue a future there.  We loved the way of life in NS & exploring the beautiful province, but the pandemic made us realize that living near family is our priority.  I am excited to be putting down roots in Norfolk County, and I look forward to being a part of your health journey. 

I am a professional member in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO), Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND), and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).