Meet Our Team
Dr. Heli McPhie
ND, B.Sc.
Naturopathic Medicine
Dr. McPhie is very passionate about treating the whole family, from wee ones to wise ones, with naturopathic medicine. She is an avid supporter of children’s health and prevention. As a mother of three boys and having a long standing naturopathic pediatric practice she knows the value of naturopathic medicine in keeping our children healthy and happy. Over the last few years, she has started to focus on mental wellness and brain health as she notes an alarming increase in neurological and mental diseases in all ages. Anxiety, depression, dementia, MS, ALS, concussion syndrome, …..so many areas of concern. As a general ND though, she loves her days in practice because she sees such a variety of cases from allergies to urticaria and everything in between.
She has studied the effects of social connection in depth and believes that families, companies, schools and corporations all benefit from learning to communicate and connect in a healthy way. Dr. McPhie believes that healthy connection and communication with ourselves, others and nature is vital for optimal health and longevity. Dr. McPhie lectures frequently in schools, collages, to her peers and the public about the importance of connection in combating the profound effects of loneliness. We truly are better together.
Dr. Maria Fabbro
ND
IV Therapy, Naturopathic Medicine
Dr. Maria Fabbro has been practicing Naturopathic Medicine for 20 years. Her goal is to treat the cause of illness rather than simply treating the symptoms and to educate patients on how to maintain a lifetime of good health. Dr Fabbro listens to and collaborates with the patient to create a safe and effective, personalized health program to treat a variety of acute and chronic conditions.
Dr. Fabbro and her patients have great success with:
Detoxification and Weight Loss
Women’s health issues: PMS, menopause, painful periods, infertility, PCOS etc.
Bio Identical Hormone Therapy for Women
Intravenous Therapies like Myers Cocktail, Vitamin C, B12 injections.
Eczema, asthma and allergies
Digestive problems: gas, bloating, IBS, constipation, diarrhea, celiac disease management
Diabetes Type 2, pre-diabetes
Colds, Headaches Fatigue, Thyroid problems
Dr. Owen Rodger
ND
Acupuncture, Naturopathic Medicine
Owen’s areas of focus include digestive health, men’s health, and sleep optimization, with a particular passion for helping those who feel disconnected from their wellbeing. His own struggle with debilitating insomnia led him to explore sustainable, natural strategies for restoring deep, restorative sleep.
He practices with a root-cause, function-preserving philosophy, integrating herbal medicine, acupuncture, and nutraceuticals to support long-term healing and whole-person wellness. Dr. Rodger strives to make patients feel heard, understood, and genuinely supported.
Jennifer Irwin
RPC, CRSP
Counselling
Jennifer is a counsellor specializing in anxiety, depression, workplace burnout, career counselling, and trauma. She is dedicated to supporting individuals in overcoming challenges and working towards a well-loved life through compassionate, client-centered care. She is skilled in creating safe, nonjudgmental spaces for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Anxiety & Depression: Guide clients in managing overwhelming emotions, building coping skills, and fostering resilience.
Trauma Recovery: Provide trauma-informed care to help clients process past experiences and regain a sense of safety and balance.
Workplace Burnout & Career Counseling: Help professionals navigate career transitions, reduce workplace stress, and realign with personal and professional goals.
Approach: Focus on empowering clients to uncover inner strengths, build self-awareness, and develop practical tools to create a fulfilling and balanced life.
Jill Fischer
MA
Coaching, Hypnotherapy & Energy Work, UpLift Pelvic Floor Chair™
Jill Fischer, Master Energy Hypnotherapist, International Speaker, and President of the College of Holistic Healing. She is committed to helping people who are struggling with anxiety, chronic health, weight and sleep issues and they’ve tried everything (western medicine, alternative therapies, talk therapies, prescription drugs, yoga, etc.) and nothing has worked and they’re feeling hopeless. This is where Jill shines. Her work is focused on healing subconscious patterns that are getting in the way of living a life you love.
Lalita - Iryna Fayer
Traditional Tibetan Medicine
Registered Traditional Tibetan Medicine Practitioner (TTM, NHP), Herbalist. Holistic Health Educator and integrative medicine practitioner with over 15 years of clinical experience. Her work combines Western medical education with Eastern healing traditions, including pulse diagnosis, herbal medicine, Ayurveda, and energy Healing practices learned in Tibet and India. She specializes in personalized natural medicine, nervous system regulation, women’s health, longevity, and holistic healing — helping patients restore vitality, balance, and overall wellbeing.
Lalita specializes in supporting people with:
✔ Digestive and gastrointestinal disorders
✔ Hormonal health, PMS, infertility & menopause
✔ Immune system imbalances & autoimmunity
✔ Chronic fatigue and adrenal burnout
✔ Skin conditions: acne, eczema, rashes, inflammation
✔ Spine, joint & musculoskeletal pain
✔ Anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm
✔ Allergies and food sensitivities
✔ Headaches, migraines, and blood pressure issues
✔ Swelling, water retention & circulation problems
✔ Healthy metabolism and sustainable weight balance
✔ Strengthening immunity & long-term vitality
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Leslie Lee
CBT
Bowen Therapy
Leslie has a long history and passion in wellness. Her introduction to the Bowen technique came through this very clinic from working alongside and watching the incredible results produced in patients seen by her mentor and trainer Jonathan Damonte. Trained in the Original Bowen Therapy (Bowen TC) as approved and endorsed by the Tom Bowen Heritage Foundation of Australia Inc. She practices here in Tsawwassen, on Gabriola Island, and at wellness retreats to creating sustainable solutions and supporting you in a nurturing safe space through mind-body experiences.
As a Bowen therapist, Leslie works with clients to enhance health, performance and recovery. By prioritizing physical, mental and spiritual well-being as one. The Bowen technique relieves chronic and acute conditions resulting from physical and emotional stressors. It is simple, relaxing, gentle, and effective.
Matthieu Steimer
Osteopathy
Matthieu Steimer Matthieu is a Swiss osteopathic practitioner who earned his diploma from the Swiss School of Osteopathy in 2005. Four years later, he obtained a CAS (Certificate of Advanced Study) in nutrition from the University of Lausanne and a degree in adult education. He has been teaching anatomy, physiology, and pathology at various alternative medicine schools in Switzerland. In 2021, he delivered a lecture on psycho-neuro-immunology to the Swiss Osteopathy Federation. He also earned a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Geneva in 2022.
Matthieu is an accomplished author, having written two novels that explore characters’ journeys towards healing and self-discovery. His passion for personal development led him to further training in coaching and NeuroChangeSolutions, a program taught by Dr. Joe Dispenza.
His practice focuses on empowering individuals to unlock their potential for personal growth and change. He integrates his training in osteopathy, public health, and mentoring to guide his patients in understanding and applying the necessary steps for their evolution
Saskia Schanz
B.Ed., M.Ed. Certified Psychotherapeutic Aromatherapist & Founder of Neuroaromatics™
Neuroaromatics™
Following the completion of a German certified program, I graduated with a certificate in “Psychotherapeutscher Aromapraxis”. Here I learned how essential oils can work as neurotransmitters and thereby influence our behavior through the creation of pathways in the brain. They are a powerful tool that promotes optimal mental health. As a result, I created NeuroaromaticsTM where I am able to combine my years of professional experience and training to help others achieve happiness.