Naturopathic Medicine

Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, ​Dr. Shannon Vander-Doelen, specializes in fertility naturopathic care and prenatal naturopathic care in Toronto. Her mission as a Naturopathic Doctor is to make healthy living realistic and sustainable for busy mamas. Her naturopathic practice at Yoga Mamas helps women to restore balance in their hormonal systems, improve their fertility, promote optimal wellness during pregnancy and increase their energy levels postpartum.​
90 Minute Initial Consultation and Appointment
$180
60 Minute Follow Up Appointment
$150
​45 Minute Follow Up Appointment
$115
​30 Minute Follow Up Appointment
$85
20 Minute Complimentary Consultation
$0
HST is not charged on naturopathic services
All Toronto Yoga Mamas Naturopathic services are performed by Dr. Shannon Vander Doelen, which may be eligible for coverage under your health care benefits. 

Fertility

Prenatal

Women's Health

Family

The Mama Wellness Bundle

Expecting? Looking for some extra care for your body and your baby? We have put together a beautiful wellness bundle for mamas-to-be that includes an initial assessment and treatment for each of our wellness services PLUS two free yoga class AND a free luxury wellness basket.
Your Initial Naturopathic Consultation and Appointment
At your first appointment you can expect that we will do a lot of talking. I want to hear all about what you are experiencing and how it is impacting your life. I will ask about your health history and your current lifestyle. If you have any recent blood work, test results, or any other pertinent medical information, please bring it along with you to your first appointment. I will do any necessary physical exams that are related to your health concerns. If applicable, we may decide to run some additional diagnostic testing. Together, we will discuss a treatment plan that will work for you and your busy lifestyle. By the time you leave, I hope that you will feel empowered to take your health into your own hands. The initial visit runs anywhere from 60-90 minutes.

Your Follow Up Naturopathic Appointment
At your follow up appointments, we will track your progress. We will determine if you need to continue with the current treatment plan, or if modifications need to be made. The follow up appointments vary in length, and can be anywhere from 30-60 minutes.
Acupuncture
Together, we may decide that acupuncture will be a good adjunctive therapy to include in your treatment plan. Acupuncture is most effective if done regularly and consistently. Therefore, when including acupuncture as part of your plan, it is best to do a treatment once per week for 6-10 weeks.

Your Treatment Plan
I believe that simple changes can result in amazing health outcomes. I often look at diet and lifestyle first, as these two things are the foundations for our health. Making changes to your diet and lifestyle are cost-effective and profound. However, I may also recommend nutritional or herbal supplements and acupuncture to help correct for any deficiencies, combat any underlying infections, or to “reset” processes in the body that may not be running as smoothly as they should. I use supplements strategically, meaning you won't leave my office with a laundry list of things to take. I do not believe that there are any “magic pills” or single “super foods” that can cure all that may ail us in a sustainable way, but I do believe in the power of making a daily commitment to making healthy choices. 
20 Minute Complimentary Consultation
To see if we might be a good fit, I invite you to book a complimentary 20 minute consultation, where we can meet in person at Yoga Mamas and discuss how we might work together to achieve your health goals.
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Free Workshop: Holistic Guide To Pregnancy

​Trimester by trimester, Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Shannon Vander Doelen will take mamas through a guide on how nourish their changing bodies, increase energy, and overcome common pregnancy aliments such as morning sickness with natural solutions. Walk away with prescriptive advice on how to thrive during your pregnancy through nutrition and natural remedies.

​Each mama will be provided with a printed copy of our Holistic Guide to Pregnancy.
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Dr. Shannon Vander Doelen
Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncture Provider

​My mission as a Naturopathic Doctor is to make healthy living and feeling well simple, realistic and sustainable. My goal is to ensure that my patients feel supported and empowered to make simple changes in their lives that support their overall health despite leading busy and active lives. Clinically, my focus is in women's health and fertility. I help women to restore balance in their hormonal systems, improve their fertility, get pregnant (if that's what they want right now!), and overall feel awesome. I also have a special interest in natural approaches to anxiety and post-concussion syndrome. 

​My Education & Credentials
I am a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, where I earned my post-graduate degree in Naturopathic Medicine. I completed internships at both the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic in Toronto and the Brampton Naturopathic Teaching Clinic, located in the Brampton Civic Hospital (the first naturopathic clinic within a hospital in Canada!) Prior to this, I spent four great years at the University of Guelph where I earned my Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences. I am licensed with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO). I am a member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).

Things I Love
My supportive husband, my incredible family, the team of really cool people I work with, a warm home-cooked meal, travelling, Canada, squash (the sport and the vegetable), dancing, local red wine in moderation, and a perfectly brewed cup of french press coffee (sometimes with a bit of coconut oil & grass-fed butter, #brainfood). 
​As a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, my goal is to provide individualized health care that is aimed at treating the cause of your symptoms or condition, and not just the symptoms or condition itself. I practice patient-centred care, meaning that you and your health are my top priority. I want to be a part of your healthcare team, and am interested in communicating with the other healthcare practitioners you are working with, including (but not limited to) your family doctor, specialist, chiropractor, registered massage therapist, physiotherapist, or osteopath.
Cancellation Policy: 
All Wellness cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of Wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full thank you for your understanding.