Andrea Scholten is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor. In her practice, Andrea focuses on understanding and educating patients about the root cause of disease; addressing all aspects of mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Using individualized treatment plans consisting of a range of natural modalities, including diet and nutrition, Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture, herbal medicine and homeopathy, Andrea strives to empower her patients to heal themselves. Growing up in rural Saskatchewan, Andrea developed a strong connection to nature. This connection, in addition to her passion for science and healing, led her to pursue a career in Natural Medicine. Andrea graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine receiving the Governor General\'s award of Excellence and she also holds an honors degree in Biochemistry from the University of Saskatchewan. Andrea has a particular interest in homeopathy and graduated from the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine with a Diploma in Homeopathic Medicine and Health Sciences. She has studied both locally and abroad with renowned homeopaths including Rajan Sankaran, Divya Chabra, Jeremy Sherr, Louis Klein and Alize Timmerman. In addition, Andrea has also completed advanced courses in Botanical Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Functional Medicine. Andrea treats an array of health concerns, although she has a special interest in women\'s health including fertility, hormone balance, gynecological concerns, pregnancy and childbirth, as well as pediatrics. Andrea sits on the board for the Association of Perinatal Naturopathic Doctors. She is trained as a naturopathic doula and is available to attend births. In addition to her Naturopathic family practice, Andrea teaches general sciences at George Brown College and works as a teacher\'s assistant at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Andrea enjoys spending time in nature biking, swimming, running and gardening. Her passion for travel has taken her across the globe and she has lived and worked in The Netherlands, Taiwan and Brazil. Andrea is fluent in Portuguese and partially fluent in French, Dutch and Spanish.