Naturopathic Medicine
Dr. Joseph Steyr
As a Naturopathic Doctor with over a decade of experience, I have four areas of focus: mental health, skin, digestion, and burnout. I provide health support using a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach designed to promote healing and transformation. I combine my knowledge in clinical counselling with methods like life coaching, clinical hypnosis, and traditional Naturopathic tools such as herbal medicine, supplements, acupuncture, homeopathy, and personalized diet and lifestyle recommendations.
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In addition, I offer comprehensive testing—such as food intolerance analysis, hormone testing for both women and men, and burnout assessments—to help differentiate biological and psychological factors. Many clients express how valuable these insights are, often saying they’ve never been offered such tests before.
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During a typical appointment, we start by checking in on your progress, reviewing any medications you may be taking, and discussing natural alternatives to support your mental well-being. We’ll also talk about simple, sustainable lifestyle adjustments that can enhance your healing journey.
Next, we dive into a conversation about your mood and emotions, mindset, and the powerful connection between your mind and body. Together, we explore advanced nervous system regulation techniques that go beyond standard deep breathing, providing deeper relaxation and balance.
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We then identify your current goals and use clinical hypnosis to help your subconscious embrace these positive changes. Finally, your session wraps up with a relaxation technique—such as acupuncture or Bowen therapy—to reset your nervous system and leave you feeling calm and restored.
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You can choose from flexible session formats—some prefer a single 90-minute weekly session, while others opt for two 45-minute sessions: one focusing on talk therapy and another for hands-on relaxation and hypnosis.
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My unique, empowerment-focused and multidisciplinary style approach helps clients heal in ways they’ve often never experienced before. If you’re ready for real change, contact me to schedule a free meet-and-greet consultation and explore how we can work together.
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Dr. Michelle Heighingon
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Dr. Michelle Heighington is a naturopathic doctor who believes that feeling “fine” is not the same as feeling well—and that no one should have to accept chronic symptoms as their normal.
A graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM), Dr. Michelle’s approach to care is rooted in compassion, curiosity, and clinical insight. She works closely with patients who feel frustrated, unheard, or stuck—those who have tried “everything” and are still searching for answers. Her goal is to help patients reconnect with their bodies, understand what’s truly going on beneath the surface, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Before entering naturopathic medicine, Dr. Michelle practiced as a holistic nutritionist, supporting individuals struggling with long-standing digestive concerns such as bloating, pain, reflux, food sensitivities, and IBS. Many of her patients arrived feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice and unsure of what—or how—to eat. Through personalized, realistic nutrition plans, she helped them restore digestive comfort, rebuild trust in their bodies, and enjoy food again without fear.
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These experiences naturally shaped her clinical focus, which includes:
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Digestive health including IBS
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Hormonal and women’s health
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Menopause support
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Stress, fatigue, and burnout
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Integrative cancer support
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cosmetic acupuncture​
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During her naturopathic medical training, Dr. Michelle was part of the integrative cancer care team at the CCNM clinic and had the opportunity to train alongside some leading naturopathic doctors in cancer support. Working with individuals at various stages of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery profoundly influenced her philosophy of care.
She understands that a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, frightening, and deeply personal. Dr. Michelle believes supportive care should address not only the physical body, but also the emotional, mental, and lifestyle challenges that accompany such a journey. Her role is to help patients feel supported, informed, and empowered—no matter where they are in their path.
At the heart of her work is a root-cause approach. Rather than chasing symptoms, Dr. Michelle looks for the underlying imbalances affecting digestion, hormones, energy, mood, sleep, and overall vitality. She understands how disruptive it can be to plan life around unpredictable digestion, painful cycles, hot flashes, or chronic fatigue—and how isolating it can feel to miss out on life because your body isn’t cooperating.
Her mission is to help you reclaim your health, your confidence, and your ability to fully participate in life.
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Naturopathic Initial Assessment ​Experience a truly holistic approach that considers every aspect of your health and well-being. My unique method blends mind-body techniques with cutting-edge science in a functional medicine framework. Following an in-depth discussion of your health history, we explore advanced functional medicine testing to uncover deeper insights. From there, we create a personalized treatment plan focused on optimizing your diet, sleep, exercise, and lifestyle habits, along with natural supplements to accelerate your recovery and help you feel your best—fast. ​​​
Facial Rejuvination Acupuncture Offered By Dr. Michelle Heighington Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture (also known as cosmetic acupuncture) is a gentle, non-surgical treatment that supports the body’s natural ability to restore a more youthful appearance. Using ultra-fine needles placed on the face and body, this therapy improves circulation, stimulates collagen production, and enhances skin tone and firmness. Facial rejuvenation acupuncture can help soften fine lines and wrinkles, brighten dull skin, and lift sagging areas—often with visible improvements noticed as early as the day of treatment. It is commonly described as a natural alternative to Botox, offering results that support both beauty and overall wellness. ​
Naturopathic Subsequent Treatment Extended Counselling, Hypnotherapy and/or Acupuncture based appointments that need more time, please note there needs to be an initial before booking this appointment.   Counselling and Life Coaching: Unlock a transformative experience that blends classical mindfulness and mindset counselling with solution-focused life coaching. My approach empowers you to build a sustainable lifestyle tailored to where you are now. Using tools like Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to recondition patterns and Traditional Chinese Medicine to offer deeper insights into your health, we provide a comprehensive perspective on your well-being. Clients often find this unique style to be a powerful support for both emotional and spiritual growth.  Hypnotherapy: Experience deep, transformative change by aligning your subconscious and conscious mind, paving the way for profound emotional and lifestyle shifts. In hypnotherapy, clients remain fully awake, aware, and in control throughout the process, with every session tailored to your needs. This powerful approach is ideal for those who feel stuck, whether due to emotional challenges or persistent habits. It’s a safe, client-directed method that empowers lasting change and personal growth. Acupuncture: Acupuncture is an excellent tool to calm the mind, relax the body, and release pain or muscle tension, even when other hands-on methods haven’t been effective. We combine the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, anatomy-based acupuncture for advanced pain management and is amazing for calming the nervous system.