Our Team
Holistic Care
Our team offers a holistic approach and celebrates the diversity of humans in size, age, race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability and other diverse backgrounds. We strive to respect and mindfully support you on your journey to become your brightest self.

Dr. Ellen Simone, ND
(She/Her)
Naturopathic Doctor, Homeopath, Reiki Master
As a primary health care provider, Dr. Simone provides ongoing support throughout your healing journey.

Wellness Philosophy
Dr. Simone strongly believes that the body, mind and spirit are connected to your overall health and wellness. As a primary health care provider, her practice provides ongoing support throughout your healing journey. Her role as your Naturopathic Doctor is to assist you in discovering your needs, support you in personal growth and help you reach your health and wellness goals. With the belief that happiness and balance is possible for everyone, Dr. Simone strives to help her patients live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Simone focuses on family wellness and has special interests in women’s health and mental health. She has experience with reproductive health, working with women through different phases in their lives; to regulate the menstrual cycle, ease PMS symptoms, optimize fertility, provide support during and after pregnancy, maintain breast health and welcome menopause. Dr. Simone also has experience with adrenal fatigue, stress management, preventing and treating burnout, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, insomnia and grief. Dr. Simone aims to provide a safe, supportive and understanding atmosphere while working with her patients to help them reflect, increase self-awareness, reconnect with their authentic selves, listen to their intuition and become empowered through growth and change.
Education
Dr. Simone is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Toronto.
License and Professional Associations
Dr. Simone holds a license and is a member in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario and the College of Homeopaths of Ontario. She is a member of the following professional associations: the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors, the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Ontario Homeopathic Medical Association.
Dr. Jacquie Keeney, ND
(She/Her)
Naturopathic Doctor

Wellness Philosophy
Dr. Keeney practices in deep alignment with the Naturopathic principle: Treat the Whole Person. She feels that it is important to understand not only a patient’s physical symptoms but also their environment, stresses and nature. Dr. Keeney believes that our busy modern lifestyle takes a toll on our immunity, nervous system, hormones and overall vitality. Her core approach emphasizes individualized medicine with unique treatment plans, tailored lab work, and Naturopathic modalities that best suit the patient’s needs.
Clinical Focus
Dr. Keeney has a diversified family practice and welcomes patients of all ages. She has treated many patients over the years, with a variety of health concerns and diagnoses. She has a special interest in digestive health, women’s health, pregnancy and chronic pain. Stress reduction and energy support are a common pillar in her practice, to ensure that patients have the vitality required to balance their state of health. Patients may request Acupuncture, counseling or Bowen Therapy as a specific approach to their care, in their first session.
Education
Dr. Keeney has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Victoria and completed the Four Year Training Programme at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto, in group and individual therapy. She is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, and was presented with the Naturomedic.com award in 2006 for her pursuits in Gestalt psychotherapy and Naturopathic medicine.
License and Professional Associations
Dr. Keeney is a certified Naturopathic Doctor and Advanced Bowenwork practitioner. Over the years, she has taught the Canadian Health Food Association’s Certified Natural Products Advisor course and been a senior board member for FIMA, the Foundation for Integrated Medicine in Africa. She is registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario and is a member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.ors.
Dr. Sandip Oppal, ND
(He/Him)
Naturopathic Doctor

About Dr. Sandip
After completing his Bachelor of Science in Cell Biology at the University of British Columbia Dr. Sandip attended the allopathic medical school and noticed the lack of emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion in patient care specifically using nutrition and exercise. While completing his training at Wyckoff Heights Medical Centre in Brooklyn, NY Dr. Sandip was able to make this sustainable lifestyle change in his own life; this was the driving force for him to pursue Naturopathic Medicine.
Dr. Sandip has years of experience in treating complex cases with natural treatments including acupuncture. His treatment philosophy is working with patients to find solutions that work for them and their lifestyles. He is a registered Naturopathic Doctor with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO).
Mira Kucar
(She/Her)
Reiki and Shamanic Practitioner

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Marie-France Dedieu
(She/Her)
Registered Holistic Nutritionist

About Marie-France
Marie-France is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist™, who has been passionate about health and well-being from a very young age. In the last three years, she has played an active role in educating clients, family and friends in the principles of holistic nutrition based on individual biochemical needs. She is a strong believer in the body -mind-spirit connection and incorporates these elements in all of her recommendations. This means getting to know her clients’ health history, dietary and lifestyle habits, stress levels, past and current traumas, sleep hygiene, exercise regimen, etc. Her areas of focus are immune health, auto-immune dysfunction, food allergies and sensitivities, detoxification, inflammation, gastrointestinal health, blood sugar and weight management. She relies on published evidence and science-based research to help guide clients through their health goals or concerns in order to make customized dietary, lifestyle, and supplementation recommendations. She can help you reach your wellness goals!
Our team of holistic practitioners recognize the powerful and inherent healing ability of the person and support these intelligent natural processes with an individualized treatment plan.


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