Nicole is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. Her mission is to help women feel heard and understood, and helping them navigate through all their life transitions, from menstruation to menopause. Nicole grew up in Omemee, she attended UOIT (now called Ontario Tech University) where she received her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology with an internship in Athletic Therapy. She went on to attend the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto to achieve her Doctor of Naturopathy degree.

Nicole also has experience working with the metabolic changes that may come in mid-life women, from high blood pressure to high cholesterol, diabetes, insulin resistance, arthritis/joint pain, brain fog, weight management, osteoporosis, mood and sleep changes. She also has knowledge working with autoimmune disease (IBD, Hashimoto’s, Lupus etc.) and gut health concerns (IBS, SIBO, food sensitivities, thyroid health etc.)

Nicole has additional training and certification in pharmacology and prescribing and can therefore prescribe bio-identical hormones, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D injections. In addition, Nicole has certification in IV therapy and can prescribe customized IV therapy treatments.

Nicole assesses each case on an individual basis, using evidence-based medicine to prepare customized treatment plans that get to the root cause of disease. Treatments may include but are not limited to: botanicals, acupuncture/cosmetic acupuncture, supplement, injections, IVs, HRT/MHT and nutrition.

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Born and raised in Peterborough, Dr. Shantel is thrilled to be back to serve the health needs of this community!

Dr. Shantel is passionate about helping families optimize their health. She believes that through building a foundation of health in children from their earliest years, together we can impact the health of future generations.

Dr. Shantel incorporates evidence-based natural therapies that are manageable and personalized to you. Whether your child is suffering a common condition of childhood or you are looking for guidance in shaping a hollistic wellbeing in your little one, you are in the right place. She will help you make the best health decisions for your family through educating you, and answering your questions. Dr. Shantel is also a certified doula, supporting moms through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond, as well as treating women’s health conditions.

If you would like to learn more about it looks like to work with her, or see if she’s a good fit, Dr. Shantel warmly invites you to book a free complementary consult!

https://shantelsimpson.ca/

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Marg operates the Bioflex Laser Therapy machine which builds and repairs damage cells. Laser therapy is a noninvasive treatment that heals wounds such as diabetic ulcers, PVD ulcers, burns, shingle and nerve pain, neuropathy, and headaches from migraines. It also assists in healing of surgical wounds and decreases rehab time from joint surgeries and muscle/joint injuries.

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Karen Tweedle is an energy healing practitioner specializing in Reiki, Axiatonal Alignment, The Energy Healing Technique, and animal-centered healing. Her focus is on supporting both people and their pets in calming the nervous system, restoring balance, and reconnecting with themselves.

Her work is rooted in relaxation, replenishment, and self-love, creating space to release overwhelm and return to a sense of inner harmony.

Karen’s professional path began with a deep passion for animal health, leading her into veterinary medicine, where she has worked as a veterinary technician for over 15 years. Her focus has been animal wellbeing and end-of-life care, and she brings a compassionate, grounded presence to some of life’s most tender moments. She has a special focus on pet loss grief support, animal Reiki, and is a Certified Canine Massage Therapist.

A lifelong seeker of natural and holistic solutions, Karen has been sensitive to the effects of energy from an early age. Nearly 30 years ago, she received her first-degree Reiki certification, marking the first time she fully followed her intuition into a world that had been calling to her since childhood. Karen has since received the designation of Reiki Master Teacher Practitioner. Influenced by her aunt, a Reiki Master with a love for crystals. Karen grew up immersed in alternative healing traditions, often joking that they were both the “black sheep” and the healers of the family.

Through years of working closely with animals and their people, Karen observed how deeply animals absorb our emotional, energetic, and spiritual states, often reflecting them physically. It became obvious that there is a correlation between the health of pets and their people. This realization became the catalyst for bringing her two worlds together: supporting pets and the people who love them. Her approach honors the profound bond between humans and animals, offering gentle, intentional care that supports healing on every level.

In a world that can feel full of noise, your only work is to raise your vibration and return to stillness. As you do, healing naturally unfolds, for you, and for those around you. This is how we heal together.

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Courtney’s passion for helping others shines through in her diverse healthcare expertise. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Dalhousie University in 2017, along with certificates in Disability Management and inter-professional health education, she became deeply involved in the YMCA’s Abilities in Motion program. There, she supported individuals with prescribed physiotherapy and exercise, which fueled her dedication to working with seniors and those with disabilities for over five years as a personal support worker.

Driven to expand her skill set, Courtney went on to graduate with honors in Acupuncture from Georgian College in 2019. She’s committed to treating her patients holistically, with a focus on nervous system support, and emphasizes the vital connection between mental and physical health. Beyond acupuncture, Courtney offers tailored recommendations on diet and lifestyle, and incorporates therapies like cupping, red light therapy, dolphin neurostim MPS, gua sha, tuina, and ear seeds into her treatments.

With over 4 years in practice, Courtney has treated a wide range of concerns, including cosmetic acupuncture, fertility support (including PCOS and endometriosis), menopause, anxiety, sleep issues, headaches, pain and injury management, and digestive health.

When she’s not helping patients, you can find her experimenting with gluten-free dishes, enjoying time with family and friends, and exploring new ways to stay active—recently even teaching Pilates!

Connect with Courtney on Instagram @courtneycartmel.acu or visit courtneycartmel.ca.

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Dr. Kori grew up in Lakefield ON, just outside of Peterborough. She went to the University of Guelph to receive an undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics. Continuing the path of education, Dr. Kori achieved a master’s degree of rehabilitation science from McMaster University. Her spark for healthcare continued after working in the field and performing research, which lead her to the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. She volunteered for many years at Peterborough Regional Health Center’s outpatient wound care clinic where her passion for skin health began.

She works closely with patients struggling with acne, eczema, rosacea, premature aging, chronic gut symptoms, hormonal imbalances, and stress-related skin and digestive issues. Her goal is to help people understand their bodies and how to make achievable long-term adjustments to feel their best.

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Cara grew up in Cape Breton Island and attended Dalhousie University to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree. After graduating from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2006, Cara spent her first 10 years of practice working in downtown Toronto. She worked in busy multidisciplinary clinics over that time setting the foundation for her areas of focus and gaining a wealth of knowledge.

With 17 years of clinical experience, Cara has worked with a variety of concerns and works collaboratively with patients from an evidence-based perspective to help them in their journey to optimal health. Cara believes strongly in a patient-centered, supportive and integrative approach to health and wellbeing and encourages patients to be active participants in their individualized plans. A Mother of three, Cara feels passionately about educating families in health optimization and how to navigate making healthy choices with a busy life.

Cara has helped many people in practice from acute to chronic conditions, to health optimization and preventative care. The areas of practice that have naturally evolved to become her passions either through personal or practical experience include fertility support, pre and postpartum care, recurrent miscarriage, children’s health from sleep issues to tummy troubles, ADHD (in both children and adults), and metabolic/endocrine health including hormone optimization, insulin resistance, PCOS and thyroid disorders. Cara also offers acupuncture as part of her integrative treatment options.

Cara has also completed training to become a Mold Literate Practitioner to help those with mold related illness. Additionally, Cara has completed advanced training in chronic infections such as Lyme and EBV, as well as SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), IBS and other digestive concerns.

Cara prioritizes a healthy and active lifestyle with her partner and three sons. Time with family is spent mountain biking, hiking local trails, downhill skiing, and ensuring they get a healthy dose of nature and outdoor play. On her own, Cara enjoys walking/running, yoga, and quality time spent with family and good friends.

Dr. MacMullin ND, is licensed and in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO).

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Cancer changes everything. The treatments, the uncertainty, the fatigue that lingers long after the last appointment, can leave people wondering how to feel like themselves again. But cancer doesn’t get the final say.

Much of my work lives at the intersection of conventional cancer care and evidence-informed naturopathic medicine, two worlds that should collaborate more often than they do. I help patients bridge that gap in ways that are thoughtful, practical, and grounded in science.

I started clinical practice 14 years ago, and in that time I’ve seen a lot of medicine at its best… and some parts that clearly needed fixing. I’ve made it something of a professional hobby to examine those rough edges and push for better ways forward. Medicine evolves when people are willing to ask better questions.

Sometimes that means being a little early to the conversation. I’ve been prescribing menopause hormone therapy (MHT or HRT or BHRT) since 2016, back when it was still considered “uncool” in many circles. Thankfully, the evidence has caught up, and the conversation is changing. I am confident the same will be true with integrative oncology.

Teaching has also been a big part of my work. For more than a decade, I’ve trained student clinicians, many of whom have gone on to become exceptional naturopathic doctors. A few have even joined my clinic, which is one of the most satisfying full-circle moments a teacher can experience.

Locally, I’ve worked to pioneer the safe inclusion of evidence-based naturopathic therapies alongside conventional cancer treatment because patients deserve thoughtful integrative care, not an either-or choice.

I do a lot because, frankly, there is a lot that still needs doing.

My goal is to leave a meaningful footprint in healthcare here in Peterborough, one that makes it easier for patients to access collaborative, evidence-informed care.

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