About Dr. Heather
The moment I decided to become a Naturopathic Doctor
nearly 20 years ago, my thought was,
"This is what I'm supposed to do."
Naturopathic Medicine has always felt more of a calling than a career.
My journey began with a science degree in
Biochemistry and Psychology from the University of Victoria.
Naturopathic school was another intensely transformative 4 years at the
Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC.
After school, I enjoyed working in integrative clinics in Ottawa but my heart still belonged in BC where I grew up.
Moving to the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island instantly felt like home. I found an incredible community working with the Community Farm Store in Duncan, BC and mentoring herbalist students at Innisfree Farm. I then enjoyed maternity leave with my lovely little boy.
The principles of naturopathic medicine reflect a way of living. I am grateful to have Naturopathic Medicine guiding my own life to support the health of my family.
Now I'm excited to support, educate and empower my patients with everything I've learned from 9 years of school,
6 years of clinical experience and real life wisdom as a mama!
Acorn to Oak Family Wellness is located in my home in Duncan, allowing me to balance & integrate what I love ~ being a Mom & a Doctor.
Why Family Naturopathic Medicine?
I live it every day!
Becoming a Mom has infused itself into all aspects of who I am.
I've always loved working with children but now I feel the urgency and calling to ensure they have the most optimal start to life we can offer.
I work with people of all stages of life. Together we address the underlying cause of illness and develop an individualized program to support healing of the whole person.
I live it every day!
Becoming a Mom has infused itself into all aspects of who I am.
I've always loved working with children but now I feel the urgency and calling to ensure they have the most optimal start to life we can offer.
I work with people of all stages of life. Together we address the underlying cause of illness and develop an individualized program to support healing of the whole person.