Dr. Amani El Sawaf is a licensed Naturopathic Medicine Doctor, board-certified by the College of Naturopaths in Ontario. El Sawaf completed conventional medical school training in Egypt. She graduated from medical school with an honours degree. She joined the rheumatology residency program at Cairo University, Egypt. Amani has since devoted her time and efforts to studying naturopathic medicine to help people support their physical, mental and emotional health. She enjoys seeing what her patients can accomplish when they are listened to and feel empowered on their healing journey.

“The greatest medicine of all is to teach people how not to need it.” - Hippocrates

Dr. Amani El Sawaf is a licensed Naturopathic Medicine Doctor, board-certified by the College of ... Read More

Maryanne Hicks is a Registered Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work, an undergraduate degree in Sociology and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education. Maryanne has extensive work experience in various settings, including but not limited to counselling adults, families and couples, child welfare, and children’s mental health.

Maryanne’s compassionate listening style is non-judgemental and encourages clients to engage openly in their therapeutic journey. Her therapeutic style is goal-focused and strength-based with a client-centred approach while striving to utilize the most appropriate modality to match a client’s issue. Some therapeutic modalities that may be offered to clients are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Life Coaching and meditation with an underlying trauma focus.

Maryanne’s areas of focus are depression/anxiety, family life, self-esteem and life challenges, coping strategies and stress.

“Learn to know yourself….search realistically and regularly the processes of your own mind and feelings.” Nelson Mandela

Maryanne Hicks is a Registered Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work, an undergradu... Read More

Katie Keyte is a Complementary Health Care Practitioner (CHCP) with certifications and diplomas in multiple modalities. She is committed to continuing education and life-long learning as she knows there is always more to share and ways to improve treatment and care with the best and latest proven research developments. Katie’s practice priority and philosophy are based on exemplary client care and meeting the specific needs of each individual person. Katie believes that everyone is important and deserves the highest quality, safest and most professional treatment possible. Her lifelong passion is making people happy and helping her clients heal, relax, balance and restore.

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Cristina Palermo is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Art Therapist. She completed her training in Art Therapy and Psychotherapy at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute and is currently finishing her thesis. Cristina has always been passionate about the arts, and her own journey as an artist helped her recognize the therapeutic value it holds. Cristina takes a very eclectic, organic, and person-centred approach, inviting the client to guide the direction and pace of sessions. Additionally, she can integrate CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and meditation approaches to providing psychoeducation. Don’t think you’re an artist? That’s ok; prior skills are not necessary. It is inclusive to all ages and genders.

“Art can permeate the very deepest parts of us, where no words exist” -Eileen Miller

Cristina Palermo is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and Art Therapist. She completed he... Read More

Ola graduated with Honours from Oxford College’s Registered Massage Therapy program. Ola believes in the importance of a holistic approach to healthcare for physical well-being and mental health. One of her passions during her education was learning about how Massage Therapy can be used not just for generalized relaxation but for relief of many pathologies. Ola strongly believes that massage therapy sessions are not a “one size fits all”; she believes in tailoring each treatment to each patient’s specific needs and goals. She strongly believes in educating patients on remedial exercises, recommending hydrotherapy solutions or demonstrating self-care techniques for use at home.

“A good week starts with a positive attitude and a great massage” -Unknown

Ola graduated with Honours from Oxford College’s Registered Massage Therapy program. Ola believes... Read More

Sophia Sammy is a Registered Psychotherapist with significant experience working with various client demographics. She has worked within a school setting and in community and clinical settings. She implements CBT, solution-focused therapy, art therapy, and spiritually integrated therapy, to name a few. Sophia’s client-centred therapeutic approach encompasses an eclectic array of cognitive, humanistic, and behavioural therapies. She takes an individual approach with her clients, as no two people will experience life the same way. Seeing her client’s progress in therapy over time brings Sophia the most joy from her work. Her high-spirited and soothing demeanour makes everyone feel welcome.

“Whenever you find yourself doubting how far you can do, just remember how far you have come.” - Unknown

Sophia Sammy is a Registered Psychotherapist with significant experience working with various cli... Read More

Chun Hui (Spring) Shen is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) & Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCMP). Spring received her education at the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine (AIM) Academy and the Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (OCTCM). Her practice places a great emphasis on the treatment of disharmony in the mind, emotions and spirit. Spring’s nature is one of kindness and compassion, and she has a deep commitment to helping people restore their health, improve their well-being and pursue health in mind/body/spirit as a whole. Spring is known to be very attentive and has a calming and empathetic approach to her patients.

“A chronic disease with a very long history can still be cured, and those who think otherwise have not really mastered the art of acupuncture.” – Nei Jing

Chun Hui (Spring) Shen is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) & Traditional Chinese Medicine Pr... Read More