Naturopaths and Alternative Practitioners

What is a Naturopath?

Naturopathic medicine is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention using natural therapies including botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, hydrotherapy, homeopathy, naturopathic manipulation, traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and lifestyle counseling. (Source: http://nsand.ca/naturopath)
 

 
Dr. Baker-Hadley, Arden, MSOM, ND

Dr. Baker-Hadley focuses on the metabolic differences that affect the behaviours of children with autism, looking at nutrient absorption and utilization as well as removal of appropriate food sensitivities. In addition there are always some specialized dietary modifications that need to occur while supporting appropriate detoxification and absorption of nutrients. The goal is to maximize each person’s biology by removing obstacles and ensuring ideal nutrition and nutrient absorption.

     
    Dr. Beaubrun, Arnel, BSc CPT ND

    Naturopathic doctor who is GAPS-certified and specializes in autoimmune disorders. Practice is dedicated to guiding patients in the implementation of GAPS. Treats Autism and other Learning Spectrum Disorders.

       
      Dr. Haggarty, Meghan, ND

      Dr. Meghan Haggarty is a fellow of the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS). She works extensively with patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, PANDAS, Lyme Disease. Dr. Haggarty helps patients and their families to address the underlying biochemical processes that cause disease by using current medical research and cutting edge treatments, including Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, in combination with traditional natural therapies.

         
        Dr. Kassam, Tasleem, ND

           
          Dr. Kirk, Angela, BSc, ND

          Naturopathic Doctor and Bowen Therapist.

             
            Dr. Meghji, Rabia K. ND

            DAN and NAET trained doctor for autism.

               
              Dr. Theriault, Paul, ND

              Dr. Paul is an ND practicing in Renfrew in Calgary. He primarily focuses on homeopathy, mental and emotional healing, deep detoxification, hormonal health, cosmetic acupuncture, and musculoskeletal pain. Dr. Paul is also one of the few people in Calgary certified in CEASE therapy, a therapy using Homeopathy and supplementation to detoxify specific factors which contribute to autism, such as past infections, toxic exposures and injuries. Dr. Paul treats autism as well as attention disorders, Down’s Syndrome and other developmental disabilities.

                 

                 

                Alternative Practitioners

                 
                Funk, Sylvia, ICAN Neurodevelopmentalist

                ICAN Neurodevelopmentalists look to one of the main root causes of inefficient function, the brain. Working on the principle of neuroplasticity or the brain’s ability to change, we provide the parent with the tools to assist the child to improve function through specific stimulation or program activities.

                   
                  Dr. Hoffman, Bruce, MD

                     
                    Dr. Kehler, Ingrid Joulin, DTCM, R.Ac, Cl.H

                    Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Registered Acupuncturist, NAET Practitioner (trained in Autism).

                       
                      O’Donoghue Marie-Claire, CCC, Dance/Movement Therapist intern

                      Dance/Movement Therapy is an approach to counselling that enables connection to an individual’s emotional and behavioural needs through body movement and sensory exploration. Its ability to engage with individuals non-verbally and from a sensory lens is a valuable asset to individuals with Autism. Dance/movement therapy aims to de-rigidify behaviours and thought patterns and incorporate more self-awareness and social relational skills.