If your main concern is physical health — such as digestion, hormones, fertility, fatigue, metabolism or weight concerns, lab testing, or a treatment plan involving nutrition, supplements, herbs, or prescriptions — naturopathic medicine is likely the best starting place.

If your main concern is emotional support, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, lacking direction or purpose, feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, relationship challenges, binge eating or disordered eating behaviours, self-worth, stress, or feeling disconnected from yourself, counselling may be the better fit.

If you’re unsure, start by reading through both service sections above and choose the one that feels most aligned with what you’re needing right now.

In alignment with professional guidelines, my naturopathic medicine and counselling services are offered separately. This means I do not see the same person under both roles.

If you are already seeing me for one type of care and feel you may need support in the other area, we can discuss appropriate next steps, including referral options.

Yes, naturopathic medicine and counselling appointments are available online, depending on the nature of the visit and your location.

Some concerns may require in-person care, physical assessment, or lab testing. Appointment options are listed in Jane when booking online.

I practice at Thrive Natural Health in Maple Ridge, BC, Canada.

Appointments are available in person or virtually, depending upon the type of care you are seeking.

No referral is needed. You can book directly through Jane, our online booking site.

For naturopathic medicine, we direct bill many common extended health insurance providers.

For counselling, we do not direct bill. You will receive a receipt that you can submit to your insurance provider if your plan includes coverage for Registered Therapeutic Counsellors.

It is always best to check your individual plan before booking, as coverage varies.

Your first naturopathic visit is a chance to review your health history, current symptoms, goals, lifestyle, and any relevant lab work, as well as determine whether additional lab testing may be helpful. We explore patterns, possible root causes, and practical next steps.

Depending on your concerns, your plan may include nutrition, lifestyle changes, supplements, herbs, lab testing, prescriptions, or referrals when appropriate.

Counselling sessions offer a calm, supportive space to explore emotional patterns, life experiences, stress, grief, anxiety, self-worth, relationship dynamics, or behaviours that feel difficult to shift.

My approach is gentle, curious, person-centred, trauma-informed, and transpersonal, with the goal of helping you better understand yourself and move toward meaningful change.

Yes. Stress, emotions, nervous system patterns, habits, and subconscious beliefs can all influence physical health and behaviour change.

In naturopathic visits, we may explore how these pieces relate to your health goals. However, dedicated emotional processing and counselling work are offered separately through counselling appointments.

You can book online by selecting the service that best matches what you’re looking for: Naturopathic Medicine or Counselling:

1. Naturopathic Medicine: Click Here
2. Counselling: Click Here

If you’re unsure which path is right for you, visit the Services page first and begin with the option that feels most aligned with your current needs.

Appointment lengths and fees vary depending on the type of visit you book. Current appointment options, fees, and availability are listed in Jane when you book online. 

Your first visit is not about rushing into a plan or pressuring you into purchasing supplements or a long-term commitment to change.  It is a chance to understand what has been going on, explore what you are hoping for and decide together what next steps feel realistic, supportive and aligned with your needs.

The number of visits depends on what you’re seeking support with, how long the concern has been present, and whether you’re booking naturopathic medicine or counselling.

For naturopathic medicine, some people come in for a specific concern and need only a few visits to create a plan, review labs, and make adjustments. Others choose ongoing support for more complex, chronic, or layered health concerns. Many people begin with monthly visits for several months, then space appointments farther apart as symptoms improve and goals are met.

For counselling, some people come for short-term support around a specific issue, while others benefit from a longer-term process as deeper patterns, emotions, and life themes unfold. Counselling often begins with more frequent sessions, such as weekly or every two weeks, before spacing out as new awareness, skills, and changes begin to integrate.

We can discuss what makes sense for you during your initial visit, and you are always welcome to move at a pace that feels supportive and sustainable.