I studied psychology at the University of Ottawa and then established myself in my first career as a counsellor and advocate for women who had survived violence. After 7 very rewarding years working with the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa I decided it was time to gain more tools to help people on their healing journeys. I was drawn to Naturopathic Medicine because of the focus on the patient's empowerment and the use of natural and traditional medicines. In my practice I focus on women\'s health issues such as fertility, pre-natal health, hormone balancing and menopause. Since giving birth to my daughter in 2013 I have developed a passion for pediatrics as well. I also have an interest in helping people with cancer increase their quality of life and improve their health. Thanks to my background in working as a counsellor, I\'m able to bring counselling skills to the care of my patients here at Thunder Bay Naturopathic Clinic and have been able to help people suffering from anxiety, depression and PTSD. I feel lucky to have been raised in Thunder Bay and even more fortunate to have this opportunity to give back to the community that I love in my career as a Naturopathic Doctor.