My Purpose:
Can you imagine a life where you woke up every morning feeling energized, empowered, and positive about your day to come? I want to help you feel better – physically, mentally, and emotionally – so that this can become a reality for you. My purpose is to inspire you towards a more active, healthy, and balanced lifestyle because I believe that we all deserve to feel our best, so we can go out and enjoy life to its fullest (including delicious food!).
I will work collaboratively with you to formulate a treatment plan that works best for you – whether that means taking small and meaningful steps that fit with your busy lifestyle or a complete overhaul. I will meet you where you are at in your personal journey towards health. I work to get to the root of your health problems, rather than simply suppressing your symptoms. I listen closely to your unique situation in order to customize a treatment protocol that is specific to you and your needs, taking into account your genetics, environment, physical, mental-emotional, and spiritual health.
I want to to lead and empower you to take action for your health. A big part of my role as your healthcare provider is to educate -- so that you feel comfortable and knowledgeable in making decisions about your body.
I have a general family practice in Rothesay, NB, accepting patients of all ages. While I enjoy treating a wide range of conditions, I have a special interest in hormonal, digestive, and mental health, as well as, perinatal and pediatric care.
I have taken additional training to become a certified Naturopathic Doula, and although I am not currently offering Doula services, I employ this knowledge in treating perinatal and pediatric populations.
My Background:
Willow is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario, where she completed her four-year, full time medical training to become a licensed Naturopathic Doctor. This included a twelve-month clinical internship at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic and the Brampton Naturopathic Clinic within the Brampton Civic Hospital. During her clinical year, she was selected for a specialty shift focusing on the treatment of complex, chronic conditions such as Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. She also had the opportunity to work at the Anishnawbe Health Center for Aboriginals and in 2014, travelled to Haiti to provide care through Naturopaths Without Borders.
Willow grew up in Hampton, NB – a small, close knit community surrounded by beautiful countryside. She was first introduced to many of the ideals of Naturopathic Medicine from a young age, where eating clean, local foods, getting plenty of fresh air and activity, and using natural therapies were a norm within her family home. Willow went on to complete her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with a minor in Anthropology from Mount Allison University. It was here that she discovered Naturopathic Medicine – the perfect calling to meld her love of science and the art of medicine. Willow blends modern-day scientific research with traditional therapies, to help bring your body back into balance and help you feel like yourself again.
Willow is registered with the New Brunswick Association of Naturopathic Doctors, the Saskatchewan Association of Naturopathic Practitioners, and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. Outside of the office, Willow enjoys cooking (especially the eating!), spending time in nature, and a good board game with family and friends.
How I can help you:
As a Naturopathic Doctor, I utilize a combination of tools to get you feeling better:
- Clinical nutrition: assessing nutritional status, dietary counseling, and nutritional supplementation.
- Lifestyle counselling: modifications to promote a healthier lifestyle, exercise prescription, stress management, sleep management, counselling for mental-emotional health.
- Botanical/herbal medicine: botanicals/herbs in the form of supplements, teas, tinctures, and topicals.
- Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture: Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis, acupuncture, cupping, and Chinese herbs.
- Homeopathy: for acute and chronic concerns.
- Preventative medicine: a variety of approaches to maximize your health and prevent future illness.
Some common concerns that Naturopathic Medicine is well-equipped to treat include:
-Hormone health: thyroid conditions, Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), menstrual cramps, irregular periods, endometriosis, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), fibroids, cervical dysplasia, migraines, menopause, weight loss.
-Digestive health: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s, Ulcerative colitis), food intolerances, bloating, constipation.
-Mental health: stress management, adrenal fatigue, sleep management/insomnia, anxiety, depression/low mood, addictions.
-Perinatal care: infertility (male, female), preconception, pregnancy, and, post-delivery support.
-Pediatric health: allergies, asthma, eczema, digestive disorders, frequent colds/depressed immune system, recurrent ear infections, colic, anxiety, depression, Attention Deficit Disorder.
-Immune health: allergies (seasonal/environmental, food intolerances), autoimmune conditions (Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sjogren’s, Psoriasis/Psoriatic Arthritis, thyroid disorders, and others), frequent colds and flus.
-Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity.
-Skin conditions: psoriasis, eczema, acne, alopecia (hair loss), and others.
-Cardiovascular health: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, angina, peripheral artery disease.
-Diabetes and peripheral neuropathy.
-Urinary health: recurrent urinary tract infections, Interstitial Cystitis, prostate health.
-Preventative medicine: smoking cessation, detox, working to prevent illnesses or conditions that run in your family (cancer, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, dementia/Alzheimer’s disease, and more).
If you do not see your health concern listed, or are still unsure if Naturopathic Medicine is the right fit for you, you can contact the clinic to speak with our receptionist or leave me a message.
Getting Started & Working Together:
Are you ready to get started on your journey to optimal health? To book an appointment, phone 506.216.3000 to speak directly with Melissa, our office receptionist.
