- Your First Naturopath Visit
- Free 15 Min Info Session
- Naturopathic Fees
- Appointments & Locations
- Naturopathic Lab Testing
- Acupuncture
- First Acupuncture Appointment – What to Expect?
- Acupuncture Fees
- Naturopathic Products
- Conditions Treated
Your First Naturopath Visit – What To Expect
Dr. Andresen will work hard to get to the root of your healthcare concerns. At NDcare, your first Naturopathic consult includes both your first & second visits.
At your first of those two visits, you will receive a thorough healthcare assessment and physical exam. Lab test results may be requested from another doctor or requested by Dr. Andresen. You can also expect to receive preliminary treatment recommendations to get you started on your journey to feeling better.
Your second visit is called your Report of Findings. This session is where your lab results and other findings will be reviewed and discussed with you in addition to tailoring a specific comprehensive treatment to your individual needs aimed at getting you better once and for all. Dr. Andresen’s recommendations are always based on the best available research and her 12 years of clinical experience.
Dr. Andresen understands that health issues can be very stressful on so many areas of your life. We approach you and your health from two principles:
- help you feel better as quickly as possible;
- recognize that lasting and sustainable health is a process that takes time.
She will be with you every step of the way, ensuring that you completely understand the treatment process so that you can start feeling better.
Book your appointment with Dr. Tara Andresen at one of our conveniently-located Toronto naturopath clinics.
Questions? Complete our short form or give us a call, we’d love to hear from you!
Free 15 Minute Info Session – Meet the Naturopath
Location #1
In-Person Appointments:
Monday 10am to 3pm
Thursday 10am to 7pm
Saturday 9am to 12pm (every 2nd week)
Telemedicine (Video Conference) Appointments:
Monday 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday 10am to 7pm
Saturday 9am to 12pm (every 2nd week)
Location #2
In-Person Appointments:
Tuesday 10am to 3pm
Wednesday 10am to 7pm
Friday 8am to 12pm
Telemedicine (Video Conference) Appointments:
Tuesday 10am to 6pm
Wednesday 10am to 7pm
Friday 8am to 12pm
NOTE: No treatments will be provided during this consult, this is purely for informational purposes.
Use our online contact form for any questions, concerns or feedback.
Naturopathy Pricing
NEW! We now offer Direct Billing to most insurance companies, saving you the upfront costs!
Naturopathic doctors are not covered by O.H.I.P. However, most employers’ extended healthcare plans will cover visits to naturopathic clinics and acupuncture. Check with your employer or insurance company about your eligibility for naturopathy coverage.
For your convenience, Dr. Tara Andresen accepts Visa, MasterCard, debit, cash, or cheque. She will also provide you with a receipt that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
New Patient Appointment Fees
*NEW PATIENT SPECIAL – Save $30 when you schedule a 15-min free consult
Adult - New Patient Visit
- This covers both your FIRST & SECOND visits
Child - New Patient Visit
- This covers both your FIRST & SECOND visits
Your naturopathic new patient visit process includes:
- Comprehensive review of medical history and previous lab testing if done, followed by a physical examination.
- Assessment and preliminary treatment protocol, including recommendations for additional lab testing as needed
- A separate Report of Findings visit to review any additional test results if done as well as symptom tracking results and treatment progress, followed by next steps in the treatment protocol.
- (Optional) Energizing Vitamin B12 Injection (supports energy, mood and sleep)
Learn more about your first naturopathic visit.
Follow-up Appointment Fees
Adults (19 and over)
Brief Check-In
- Adult Follow-up Appointment
Regular Follow-up Visit
- Adult Follow-up Appointment
Extended Follow-up Visit
- Adult Follow-up Appointments
Returning Patient Visit - if over 6 months since last visit
- Adult Follow-up Appointment
Children (18 and under)
Regular Follow up Visit
- Child Follow-up Appointment
Extended Follow up Visit
- Child Follow-up Appointment
Acupuncture/Trigger Point Dry Needling Fees
Acupuncture/ Trigger Point Dry Needling is a safe and effective natural treatment method for many health conditions. Trigger Point Dry Needling is an effective medical treatment for muscle tension, pain and stiffness using acupuncture needles.
First Treatment
- Includes Assessment & Treatment
Follow Ups
- Follow Up Treatment – First Visit Required
Other Fees:
Vitamin B12 Injection: $20
Please note that Dr. Andresen offers students and seniors a 15% discount on visits to her Toronto naturopathic clinic. Supplements and lab testing are subject to additional fees.
Cancellation Policy
Please note that Dr. Andresen requires 24 hours’ notice by phone or email to cancel any appointment. Appointments that are not cancelled within this time are charged 50% of the appointment fee. Exceptions can be made in emergency situations.
Book your appointment with Dr. Tara Andresen at one of our conveniently-located Toronto naturopath clinics, or give us a call and book over the phone.
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Schedule Your Naturopath Appointment
keyboard_arrow_downFor your convenience, Dr. Andresen’s NDcare Naturopathic Clinic services are offered via TELEMEDICINE VIDEO visits online as well as IN-PERSON VISITS at two clinic locations in Toronto.
Whether you require naturopathic medicine services or acupuncture, you can book your appointment at either Toronto clinic location - 1073 Bathurst St. near Dupont St. - or at 200 Spadina Ave. near Queen St. For naturopathic consultations, you also have the option of meeting via a secure Telemedicine Video session.
It’s fast, simple, and handy to book an appointment using our online booking system – see how naturopathic medicine can help with whatever condition is troubling you.
Two Naturopath Clinic Locations in Toronto
Location #1
In-Person Appointments:
Monday 10am to 3pm Thursday 10am to 7pm
Saturday 9am to 12pm (every 2nd week)Telemedicine (Video Conference) Appointments:
Monday 10:00am to 6:00pm Thursday 10am to 7pm
Saturday 9am to 12pm (every 2nd week)Location #2
In-Person Appointments:
Tuesday 10am to 3pm Wednesday 10am to 7pm
Friday 8am to 12pmTelemedicine (Video Conference) Appointments:
Tuesday 10am to 6pm Wednesday 10am to 7pm
Friday 8am to 12pmInterested in learning more about naturopathy, and how we can help with your specific situation? Book your free 15 minute info session and let’s talk!
Use our online contact formfor any questions, concerns or feedback.
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Annex/Bathurst Location
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Spadina Location
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Conditions Treated
keyboard_arrow_downHealth Conditions Treated by Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a safe and effective way to treat many medical conditions. Toronto naturopathic doctor Dr. Tara Andresen treats a full range of issues at her naturopathic clinic.
After performing a thorough assessment, Dr. Andresen will create a customized treatment plan that will address all your health concerns, and you don’t need to wait until you’re sick to visit a naturopathic doctor. Dr. Andresen will also work with you to optimize your health for disease prevention and general well-being.
Some of the many conditions that naturopathy can help with include:
Women’s Health
Dr. Andresen provides natural treatment options for a wide range of women’s health concerns, including:
Cardiovascular Health
At her Toronto naturopathic clinic, Dr. Andresen offers natural remedies to help with a variety of cardiovascular health issues, such as:
Pain Management
Dr. Andresen provides natural pain treatments for a wide variety of pain management problems, including:
Immune System Health
Dr. Andresen provides natural remedies for a host of immune system issues, including:
Gastrointestinal Health
Dr. Andresen is committed to providing natural treatment alternatives for a wide range of gastrointestinal concerns, including:
Skin Health
Dr. Andresen offers natural remedies for many skin issues, including:
Blood Sugar Management
Dr. Andresen is dedicated to providing natural treatment options for blood sugar management, including:
Stress Management
Dr. Andresen gives natural treatments for stress management, including:
Weight Management
Dr. Andresen provides natural weight treatments for weight management, including:
Book your appointment with Dr. Tara Andresen at one of our conveniently-located Toronto naturopath clinics, or contact us for more information on any of the conditions we treat.
Naturopathic lab testing is an effective way to diagnose many medical conditions. At NDcare, Dr. Andresen may recommend standard and/or specialized lab tests as part of her assessment process. This allows her to properly evaluate your health status, screen for potential health conditions, and monitor the progress of your treatment.
While not covered by OHIP, when ordered by a Naturopath, lab test fees can be covered by your extended health insurance plan and billed directly to your insurance provider.
Standard Lab Tests
Naturopathic Doctors order many of the same standard diagnostic tests as your family physician, such as blood work, stool, urine, and saliva testing. Depending on your health concerns, Dr. Andresen may recommend checking your iron status, blood cholesterol and triglycerides, thyroid function, complete blood count, liver enzyme levels, kidney function, blood glucose levels, inflammation levels and more. In addition to blood tests, there are a wide variety of standard breath, stool or urine tests that may be recommend including an H Pylori Breath Test as well as Stool Ova & Parasite testing and Urinary Tract cultures.
As a new patient, if needed, you might be asked to bring copies of most recent lab results to your initial visit. Please note that in Ontario, fees for naturopathic lab tests are not covered by OHIP, and are subject to an additional cost. For her standard lab requisitions, Dr. Andresen uses a lab called Life Labs.
Specialized Lab Tests
To help her assess and create a natural treatment plan for gastrointestinal issues, hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, stress management, allergies and other issues, Dr. Andresen also performs specialized lab tests and panels including the following:
- Digestive Health Tests
- Hormones & Reproductive Health
- Chronic Fatigue, Stress, Mood
- Cardiovascular Disease & Diabetes Risk
- Allergies & Environmental Exposures
Dr. Tara Andresen provides acupuncture treatments at both of her Toronto naturopathic clinics. She is highly trained in acupuncture and is dedicated to providing the most effective, pain-free treatment possible. Only ultra-thin acupuncture needles are used to maximize comfort and give patients a positive acupuncture experience.
Your initial acupuncture appointment with Dr. Andresen will last 45 minutes and includes a health assessment, followed by your first acupuncture treatment. Follow up treatmemts last 30 minutes.
When treating patients at NDare, Dr. Andresen uses two different acupuncture techniques which include:
1. Trigger Point Dry Needling
2. Traditional Acupuncture Protocols
(1) Trigger Point Dry Needling
Trigger Point Dry Needling is a western medical approach to acupuncture and is often used to address acute and chronic pain concerns. At NDcare, Dr. Andresen effectively uses this treatment technique regularly to treat muscular and myofascial pain. The treatment works by deactivating trigger points found in overused muscles. Trigger points are literally tangled muscle fibres that form knots and cause acute or chronic pain as well as decreased range of motion.
CHRONIC PAIN
Some of the acute and chronic pain concerns that Dr. Andresen effectively treats with technique include:
(2) Traditional Acupuncture Protocols
Acupuncture has been a trusted natural treatment method for thousands of years, and is a strong complement to a naturopathic treatment plan. Dr. Andresen typically might recommend traditional acupuncture for the following health concerns: Digestion; Stress & Insomnia; Reproductive Health & Fertility Support.
DIGESTION
Acupuncture works to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, which relaxes gastrointestinal muscles and improves digestion. This can be helpful in those who experience regular stomach pain, bloating, gas and bowel movement irregularity. It has been shown to:
STRESS MANAGEMENT
By calming the nervous system, acupuncture helps to decrease anxiety and mitigate the effects of stress. Acupuncture has been shown to modulate the body’s glutamate receptors to balance glutamate release which is linked to anxiety and depression. Glutamate is an excitatory amino acid.
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH & FERTILITY
Acupuncture can be used to help regulate a woman’s menstrual cycle and support cycle restoration when it is absent. It can also improve PMS and painful menstrual cycles. It does this by helping to regulate the flow of blood to the uterus and ovaries, thickening the uterine lining, and normalizing ovarian function. Acupuncture also boosts the circulation of endorphins, a neurotransmitter that can relieve stress and alleviate pain. In addition, research suggests that acupuncture affects the hypothalamus, a part of your brain that affects menstrual cycle hormones.
Acupuncture fees are covered by most employer extended healthcare plans. Check with your employer or insurance company for details on your eligibility for coverage.
Book your acupuncture appointment with Dr. Andresen at one of our conveniently-located Toronto naturopathic clinics.
Your initial acupuncture appointment with Dr. Tara Andresen will last 45 minutes and includes a health assessment, followed by your first acupuncture treatment. Follow-up treatment appointments last 30 minutes.
Acupuncture is a great option for a host of health concerns, including pain management. Your health assessment includes questions about your symptoms, medical history, medications, and supplements. Dr. Andresen will also conduct a physical examination, including range of motion testing and muscle trigger point assessments as needed.
After your initial assessment, you will receive an acupuncture treatment customized to your individual needs. Your treatment may include trigger point dry needling, traditional acupuncture or electro-acupuncture, as well as stretching and hot and cold applications as needed.
Book your appointment with Dr. Tara Andresen at one of our conveniently-located Toronto naturopath clinics.
Acupuncture/ Trigger Point Dry Needling Fees
Acupuncture/ trigger point dry needling is a safe and effective natural treatment method for many health conditions. Trigger Point Dry Needling is an effective medical treatment for muscle tension, pain and stiffness using acupuncture needles.
First Treatment (45 min)
- Includes Assessment & Treatment
Follow-up Treatment (30 min)
- Follow-up Session – First Visit Required
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Online Supplement Store
keyboard_arrow_downAs part of your naturopathic treatment protocol, Dr. Andresen may recommend specific non-pharmaceutical supplements to address your health concerns. Some of these supplements are available at her clinic and others via her association with the online dispensary Fullscript. The Fullscript online dispensary offers a wide range of high-quality professional-grade supplements that can be delivered to your home.
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How to order?
keyboard_arrow_downThe Fullscript Dispensary offers shipping to anywhere in Canada for just $5 – here are a few samples of the types of products available.
Click the images to see the products, or to jump to the online supplement store to input your email address and create an account and then search for whatever you’re after.
Health Conditions Treated by Naturopathy
Naturopathy is a safe and effective way to treat many medical conditions. Toronto naturopathic doctor Dr. Tara Andresen treats a full range of issues at her naturopathic clinic.
After performing a thorough assessment, Dr. Andresen will create a customized treatment plan that will address all your health concerns, and you don’t need to wait until you’re sick to visit a naturopathic doctor. Dr. Andresen will also work with you to optimize your health for disease prevention and general well-being.
Some of the many conditions that naturopathy can help with include:
Gastrointestinal Health
Dr. Andresen is committed to providing natural treatment alternatives for a wide range of gastrointestinal concerns, including:
Women’s Health
Dr. Andresen provides natural treatment options for a wide range of women’s health concerns, including:
Pain Management
Dr. Andresen provides natural pain treatments for a wide variety of pain management problems, including:
Immune System Health
Dr. Andresen provides natural remedies for a host of immune system issues, including:
Skin Health
Dr. Andresen offers natural remedies for many skin issues, including:
Blood Sugar Management
Dr. Andresen is dedicated to providing natural treatment options for blood sugar management, including:
Cardiovascular Health
At her Toronto naturopathic clinic, Dr. Andresen offers natural remedies to help with a variety of cardiovascular health issues, such as:
Stress Management
Dr. Andresen gives natural treatments for stress management, including:
Weight Management
Dr. Andresen provides natural weight treatments for weight management, including:
Book your appointment with Dr. Tara Andresen at one of our conveniently-located Toronto naturopath clinics, or contact us for more information on any of the conditions we treat.