XIAOLAN ZHAO, C.M.D.
Born in Kunming in southwest China, Xiaolan completed a degree in Western medicine
and in 1977 began her career as an abdominal
surgeon. After witnessing firsthand the efficacy of herbal remedies on the chronically ill, she went back to earn a second
degree in traditional Chinese medicine, then began combining Western and Eastern approaches to deliver more effective care.
In 1988 Xiaolan came to Canada to do research at Queen’s University.
Inspired by Canadians’ growing interest in complementary therapies, she established a Chinese medicine clinic
in a modest Toronto house and from there pursued her vision
of a holistic balance between East and West that led ultimately to Xiaolan Health Centre.
Xiaolan is a Director of Canadian Association of Nutri-Health Education and Canadian Association for Cancer Support.
Her first book “Reflections of the Moon on Water” was translated into over 15 languages.
LINDSAY MACMILLAN, M.D. – General Practitioner
Dr. Lindsay MacMillan is assistant professor at the University of Toronto, and a family physician practicing obstetrics at St. Michael’s Hospital. Originally from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Lindsay’s passion is women’s health. This has taken her around the world – from First Nations communities in Moose Factory and Sioux Lookout, to work programs in Botswana, India, and most recently Cambodia, where she trained local midwives with the University of Toronto’s Center for International Health. It was during these long trips that Lindsay was first exposed to other philosophies of healing. “I came to realize that focusing on the whole person – not just the disease – makes a lot of sense regardless of what tradition you’re from,” she says. “Being a bridge between different philosophies of medicine is the future of health care.”
CHRISTINA GORDON, B.Sc. R.H.N. N.D. – Naturopath
Christina holds a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from the University of Victoria, a holistic nutritionist diploma from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and became a doctor of naturopathy at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. As a naturopathic doctor she works closely with her clients to provide them with nutritional guidance and natural supplements. She is also trained in acupuncture, homeopathy, botanical prescriptions, mind body medicine and lifestyle counseling. Christina is devoted to her patients and works with individuals to design customized treatment protocols that compliment their lives. As a mother she has seen the health benefits of raising children from a naturopathic perspective. Her philosophy about health is grounded in current research, with a holistic and integrated approach to medicine as it fits into the busy pace of modern life.
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Dr. Andrew Kiellerman, M.D.:
- Private Practice/BHRT Consultant
Dr. Andrew Kiellerman is a Family Physician who obtained his medical degree in Krakow, Poland and trained in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Originally from Toronto, Ontario he has practiced medicine with the Canadian Armed Forces in Edmonton for three years and Family Practice in Edmonton and Victoria, BC for 23 years.
Currently, his interests center around both women's and men's health. He has been certified in Age Medicine Management through the Cenegenics Institiute (2010) and has recently completed a mentorship with Dr. Erika Schwartz (2012). He also is a certified hypnotherapist and has an interest in mindfulness therapy.
"I have come to believe that each person is responsible for their mental and physical health and an integrative approach incorporating western and eastern philosophies of medicine is the future of health care management"
SHAWN KJ RASHOTTE, R.M.T. – Registered Massage Therapist
Shawn is a graduate of Algonquin College in Ottawa with a diploma in Health Science & Massage Therapy. An active member of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, Shawn offers an integrative approach to therapy seeking to bridge the gap between east and west and uses both models to assess, understand and provide effective treatments to his clients. Additional training in the areas of Craniosacral, Fascial Release, Intuitive Energy Healing, TCM Theory, Yoga and Meditation provide the foundation for Shawn’s approach. The goal is to help individuals to understand deep underlying patterns of stress so that they may integrate proactive choices and reach an optimal level of health and healing.
Sandra Lax,
– MSW, RSW
Sandra Lax, MSW, RSW, CSAT (Candidate) received her Masters Degree in Social Work at the Wurzweiler School of Social Work in New York City. Sandra is a Registered Social Worker, a member of the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals, and the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Sandra's clinical background originates from work at various clinics in Canada and the U.S. including CAMH (Toronto, Canada), Catholic Charities (Brooklyn, NY), The Meadows (Wickenburg, AZ), and Kenneth M. Adams and Associates (Royal Oak, MI).
"With over 6000 hours of working with individuals, couples, and families, I've seen the extraordinary way that addiction, trauma, and mental health issues fractures the self, impacts relationships, and connection to the world at large. It is my mission to support those suffering in reclaiming themselves, reconnecting in relationships, and engaging in life - fully."
Lauren Jawno,
– BEd, C.N.P, C.P.T.
Lauren Jawno BEd, CNP, CPT (Certified Nutritionist and Personal Trainer)
Lauren Jawno is a Published Author (Change4Good: The Ten Essentials for Food, Fitness and the Good Life) , Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Personal Trainer and Wellness Coach specializing in Weight Management, Sports Nutrition and Lifestyle Management.
Lauren has a Bachelors Degree in Education, a Diploma in Holistic Nutrition, and a Diploma in Fitness and Lifestyle Management; she has also completed a multitude of continuing education courses to keep her current with the latest methodologies and tools in the industry including a certification in the area of Stress Management from the Institute of Lifestyle Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Currently she is enrolled at McMaster University to complete a post-graduate certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy .
Her clients have included nationally-ranked swimmers and runners, hockey and soccer players, world-ranked dancers and athletes of all stripes, professional corporations (AB Sciex, Ceridian, Royal Bank of Canada and Mercedes-Benz, among others), doctors, lawyers, business executives as well as stay-at-home moms.
With nearly 15 years of professional experience, Lauren's thriving practice provides a 'whole life' approach to wellness – based on relevant, cutting-edge research and information. She brings a unique perspective to her clients, as a result of her training and work in identity/personality mapping with an international company and leader in this area. Therefore, Lauren is able to truly understand what drives her clients' habits and responses, and is thereby able to create customized results-orientated programs that not only match her clients' goals and personalities, but ensure the best possible compliance and results, while educating and empowering them to reach their true potential.
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