OUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
Through her education, training and professional/personal experiences, Dr. Bourret’s interest, passion and practice philosophy is on Functional Medicine and optimizing health through all stages of life. She focuses on evidence-based Nutrition & Lifestyle Modification, Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture, Botanicals & Nutraceutical Orthomolecular Medicine, mental/mood & emotional wellness, digestive & endocrine issues, with a clinical specialty, passion for skin health and dermatological issues. She is a certified DermaSpark skin treatment provider and Mei Zen Acupuncturist, an advanced, specialized and intricate form of cosmetic facial & neck rejuvenation, also used to treat weight loss and fertility.
By combining Eastern and Western Medicine approaches she provides patients a full “360” experience, identifying root cause diagnosis and treatment, while guiding you to feel, look and be your best.
With intention and commitment to solving your health problems, Dr. Bourret uses cutting-edge powerful, practical and proactive solutions that give you RESULTS. She believes wellness partnership is key to helping you achieve a vitality you have yet to experience….and the endless possibilities this brings into your life.
In 2013, she earned her doctorate degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She has additional training as a birth doula, and holds a certificate in facial rejuvenation & cosmetic acupuncture. Dr. Santiago is registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario, and is a member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
After completing his undergraduate from York University in Health Sciences and Kinesiology, Rasif enrolled in National Academy of Osteopathy to further his knowledge and experience. He has also attended taping seminars, and emergency injury prevention classes, to help individuals make better choices in their daily activities. Rasif believes education is a lifelong journey that we should all embark on, as the limitations to knowledge and skills are infinite. He applies this philosophy into practice and educates his patient’s, helping them understand their treatment plans, issues and methods to incorporate into their road to better health.
Rasif has worked with many clinics and is always interested in meeting new people and hearing about their stories and experiences. In his free time, Rasif enjoys reading, going to the gym, hiking, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
To learn more, visit: www.osteoworks.ca
Francesca is a registered Psychotherapist and Art Therapist with over 10 years of working experience with individuals, particularly children and adolescents, in educational, clinical, and hospital settings. She completed her Master’s degree in Art Therapy at New York University and is registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a member of the Canadian Art Therapy Association. Her training has involved attachment theory, child development, trauma research, cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and suicide prevention.
In her practice, she works with individuals affected by anxiety, grief, and depression as well as high-risk youth affected by trauma, self-harm and suicide ideation. She uses a psychodynamic culturally sensitive approach that is client-led, strengths-focused, mindfulness-based, trauma-informed, and holistic. She also incorporates solution focused strategies, like CBT and DBT, based on her client’s presenting needs. Francesca is a compassionate and transparent therapist, who values authenticity. Her ambition will always be to support the mental wellness and healing of those she works with.
Specialties and Presenting Issues:
• Adult, child and Adolescent Therapy
• Self-Esteem
• Sibling/Family Therapy
• Peer Relationships
• Trauma
• Anxiety, Depression, & Stress
• ADHD
• Self-Harm
• Suicide Ideation
• Sexual Abuse
• Family Conflict/Separation
• Grief and Loss
• Domestic Abuse/Violence
Types of Therapy Approaches:
• Art Therapy
• Attachment-based
• Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
• Dialectical (DBT)
• Humanistic
• Mindfulness-Based
• Person-Centered
• Play Therapy
• Psychoanalytic & Psychodynamic
• Trauma Focused
Additional Training:
• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (Adolescents)
• ASIST Suicide Prevention
• Mental Health First Aid
For more information, visit: www.francescascaini.com
Julie was able to work with Shannon to bring herself back to full health, energy and vitality. Since then, it has become her passion and pleasure to help others do the same.
Julie is a graduate of the Women in Skilled Trades program from Conestoga College in carpentry and enjoys renovating and decorating homes. She also has many years of experience in volunteer work and mentoring of youth and young adults, as well as planning large-scale activities and conferences. Julie is an energetic mother of four and healthy living has always been important to her and her family. She enjoys hiking, wherever there is an open field or trail in the woods, painting, gardening with her husband, or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
Julie happily joins Microcell Sciences & 360 Healing Centre as a certified live blood analysis technician and is continuing her studies to become a certified holistic nutritionist. She is passionate about helping clients get back to feeling their best so they can enjoy life to the fullest.
Her passion is to engage with clients who are struggling with mental health issues in a meaningful and non-judgemental way. Art therapy is a helpful way to open up the conversation to such mental health issues because art can be honest and personal. In her practice, it is also used as a tool for stress reduction. Ashley’s approach is individual-centered and trauma-informed, drawing from Mindfulness-based practices, CBT, narrative therapy, and inner child work. She has worked with adults and youth who experience the following issues:
Stress
Self-esteem issues
Adjustment difficulties
Behavioural issues such as ADHD
Anxiety
Depression
Grief and loss
Trauma
Ashley seeks to help people find meaning, purpose, and ultimately their true inner voice through the creative process. By cultivating and nurturing this inner voice, her goal is to see the client grow in
maturity and find flourishing in all areas of life. She uses a variety of art mediums and teaches different art techniques, but mainly what is accessible for the client.
Dr. Ward graduated with her Doctor of Chiropractic from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, is a member of the College of Chiropractors of Ontario and the Canadian Chiropractic Association.
She is an evidence-based chiropractor with a focus on optimizing function and wellbeing.
In her free time, Dr. Ward enjoys curling, running, olympic lifting, yoga, pilates, reading and traveling!