Brian Abbott is an acupuncturist. Besides acupuncture, he is well-versed in cupping, gua sha, and tuina. Lately he has been doing quite a bit of work in the areas of ear/nose/and throat, sexual health, musculoskeletal, especially back, neck, shoulders, knees, and psycho-emotional traditional Chinese medicine treatments.

He is also a professional musician, which he feels enhances his creativity and intuition when working with clients.

Brian Abbott is an acupuncturist. Besides acupuncture, he is well-versed in cupping, gua sha, and... Read More

I’m a therapist because I believe everyone deserves to be deeply heard – especially in a world that often rushes us past our own inner lives. I see the mind as a landscape, rich with paths we’ve travelled, places we’ve avoided, and quiet spaces we haven’t yet explored. I believe there is a part of each of us that longs to be met with understanding, to be welcomed without judgment or hurry. In therapy, we create a meeting place for that part, and for all the others that make up your inner world. Together, we explore at a pace that feels right for you, noticing what emerges and honouring each part’s place in your story.

My approach is humanistic and relational, putting you and your needs at the centre of our work. I integrate postmodern, psychodynamic, and emotion focused modalities – with others – to support you in building a life that’s with greater confidence, hope, and connection.

I work with many different issues, with particular experience in shame and self-criticism, body and food related concerns, chronic illness, and anxiety. My work is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and 2SLGBTQIA+ allied.

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Dr. Shirin Karimi, ND, is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and a medical graduate from Iran. She integrates her medical knowledge and naturopathic skills to offer a unique, evidence-based, and complementary patient-centered treatment approach.

With her clinical and research background, her primary focus is on providing complementary, personalized naturopathic “Cancer Survivorship Care,” coordinating with your oncologic teams to support recovery, mitigate the side effects of cancer treatments, address concurrent chronic conditions, promote your physical and mental health, and reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.

In addition to cancer care, Dr. Karimi is passionate about consulting with patients managing chronic conditions, weight management, obesity, prediabetes, diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, osteoarthritis and digestive issue.

She develops integrative care plans that complement conventional medical or after-cancer care with individualized naturopathic approaches. These include the use of nutraceuticals, stress management techniques, botanical medicine, acupuncture, and customized lifestyle modifications. She also prioritizes primary prevention and long-term health, helping patients lower their risk of developing certain cancers while enhancing overall well-being.

Dr. Karimi trained as an MD and general pathologist at a leading university-affiliated hospital in Tehran. From 2013 to 2017, she completed clinical fellowships in pulmonary pathology and neuropathology at Toronto General Hospital, University of Toronto. She later joined a neuro-clinical oncology research team at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, focusing on oncologic pathology and the development of advanced molecular diagnostic tests. Her collaborative work with a team of clinicians, oncologists, pathologists, surgeons, and researchers has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Karimi contributed to the Ontario Ministry of Health’s clinical programs, further exemplifying her dedication to patient care and public health advocacy. Afterward, Dr Karimi completed the naturopathic medicine program at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine” (CCNM) including one year of “Cancer Focus shift Internship” at the Integrative Cancer Care Clinic, CCNM.

Dr. Karimi is a proud member of the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO), the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND), and the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP), an international organization of naturopathic doctors dedicated to advancing integrative cancer care.

Guided by the philosophy, “You are the Medicine,” Dr. Karimi delivers compassionate support at every stage of her patients’ journey toward optimal health and resilience. Her practice is founded on the belief that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to treating cancer or other medical conditions.

Every patient deserves personalized, evidence-based integrative naturopathic care to support their medical treatments. Dr. Karimi’s goal is to educate and empower her patients and their caregivers, fostering active participation in their journey toward health, resilience, and joy.

Summary of clinical focuses: - After-Cancer care and Cancer Survivorship program - Weight management, overweight, Obesity (Increased Visceral fat) - Diabetes, Prediabetes - Mild Hypertension - Hyperlipidemia and fatty liver - Osteoarthritis - Digestive issues

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Dr. Emile Sabga ND is a Naturopathic Doctor who believes that the maintenance of good health is the most important factor in cultivating a vibrant and fulfilling life. While he is passionate about assisting patients with a wide range of health-related goals, Dr. Emile has a particular interest in the field and study of men’s health. Through the practice of various naturopathic modalities, as well as through the use of complementary conventional care, he treats a wide range of conditions including digestive issues, food sensitivities, insomnia, anxiety, depression, stress and chronic illness management, hormonal imbalances, and sexual and prostatic concerns. He also believes that taking preventative measures through specific individualized health optimization protocols is the best investment that one can make in their health.

Prior to completing his Doctor of Naturopathy degree at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Dr. Emile completed an Honours Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Toronto. He is registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario, and maintains membership with both the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Dr. Emile is passionate about empowering his patients to regain control over their health through the provision of health education and the encouragement of balanced healthy habits. He believes that true health starts at home, and is strongly motivated to help his patients achieve their individual health goals.

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