Naturopathic cancer care is a whole-person approach that supports you during and after cancer treatment. Our goal is to help you feel your best by easing side effects, strengthening your immune system, and supporting your body’s natural ability to heal—all while working safely alongside your conventional treatments.

Our naturopathic doctors (NDs) have additional training and experience in integrative cancer care, allowing them to design personalized care plans that complement standard treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy.
   

• - Reduce side effects from treatment such as fatigue, nausea, or neuropathy
  - Strengthen immune function and promote resilience
  - Lower inflammation and support healthy cell function

Intravenous (IV) Nutrient Therapy & Mistletoe Therapy

At the Integrative Cancer Clinic, we take a whole-person approach to care, blending the best of modern integrative cancer care with time-honoured practices such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture. Rooted in thousands of years of wisdom, TCM aims to help restore balance and harmony within the body and mind – supporting healing, resilience, and wellbeing throughout every stage of your cancer journey.

At our clinic, TCM care is provided by a registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and licensed acupuncturist who combines time-honoured methods with modern, evidence-informed care.

During your first visit, your practitioner will take the time to understand your full health picture, including your symptoms, lifestyle, and treatment history to create a plan that’s personalized for you.

Treatment plans may include:
  Our registered TCM Practitioner and licensed acupuncturist offers both acupuncture and TCM consultation visits. To learn more about which visit is most indicated for you, click here.
   

Acupuncture is one of the most well-known TCM therapies and is widely used to help support people during and after cancer treatment.

It involves gently placing very fine needles at specific points on the body to help restore balance, ease tension, and encourage healing. Many people find acupuncture relaxing and even rejuvenating.

Research suggests that acupuncture can help with:  

Massage therapy can be a gentle and effective way to help ease tension, relieve pain, and promote relaxation during or after cancer treatment. At the Integrative Cancer Clinic, our massage services are tailored specifically for people living with or recovering from cancer. Treatments are adapted to your individual needs, with careful consideration of your diagnosis, treatment history, and any current symptoms or side effects.

During your first visit, our registered massage therapist (RMT) will take the time to review your health history, assess your needs, and create a personalized treatment plan. Depending on your goals and comfort level, your plan may include one or more of the following techniques:  

To learn more about which visit is most indicated for you, click here.
   

Living with cancer affects more than just your physical body, it can stir up feelings like fear, sadness, anxiety, anger, and uncertainty. Psychotherapy and counseling offer a safe, non-judgmental, supportive space to help explore these feelings and find support through the emotional and mental challenges of diagnosis, treatment, recovery, or loss.

Many of our patients find comfort in being able to speak freely about topics that may be difficult to share with family or friends, like grief, mortality, or redefining identity through illness. Our care also extends to caregivers and loved ones, who may benefit from their own therapeutic space to help find peace with their role and how to love and care for someone with cancer.

• Help with processing complex emotions like fear, sadness, anger, or guilt.
• Provides tools to help cope with anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm.
• Offers a safe space to talk through the shock and uncertainty of diagnosis and treatment.

• Learn relaxation techniques, breathing tools, and cognitive strategies to help manage stress.
• Improve sleep, focus, energy, and emotional resilience

• Help with adjusting to changes in body image, roles, relationships, and daily life.
• Explore what gives your life meaning and purpose, during or after treatment.

• Facilitate better communication with family, partners, friends, and healthcare providers.
• Our therapists also offer couples and family counseling to help support loved ones and strengthen connection while navigating the cancer experience together.

• Help with processing loss, which could include health, independence, or future plans.
• Support in exploring acceptance and peace, whether during survivorship or end-of-life care.

Read about Dr. Kristin Heins, Naturopathic Doctor and Registered Psychotherapist

Monday: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Additional appointment times are available upon request

Book a free 15-minute discovery call to learn more about how emotional support can be part of your care

Cancer and its treatments can take a toll on your body, impacting your energy, appetite, digestion and ability to absorb nutrients. IV therapy delivers vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other natural substances directly into your bloodstream, helping your body access the support it needs – quickly and efficiently.

IV therapy can be a safe and effective treatment for a range of conditions and cancer types. At the Integrative Cancer Clinic, IV therapies are prescribed and tailored by your naturopathic doctor to match your individual needs, diagnosis, and treatment plan. Our protocols are carefully selected with your safety, comfort, and goals in mind.

• High-Dose Vitamin C – supports antioxidant status and tissue recovery → Learn more
• IV Nutrient & Myer’s Formula – B vitamins, magnesium, and trace minerals for energy and immune support
• IV Mistletoe Therapy – immunomodulatory support with potential quality-of-life benefits → Learn more
• IV Glutathione – antioxidant support for detoxification, oxidative stress, and tissue protection

• Improved Nutrient Status: Some cancer treatments can lead to nutrient deficiencies. IV therapy can help restore vitamins and minerals that support healing, energy, and immune function.
• Enhanced Energy & Well-Being: By bypassing the digestive system, IV nutrients are quickly available to your cells. This may help reduce fatigue and support overall vitality – especially around treatments like chemotherapy or radiation.
• Support for Recovery & Repair: Nutrients like vitamin C, B vitamins, magnesium, and amino acids play important roles in tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and detoxification – all of which are important during cancer care.
• Gentle on the Digestive System: For people experiencing nausea, poor appetite, or digestive issues, IV therapy offers a way to receive nutritional support when oral intake is limited.

All IV therapy would need to be prescribed by your naturopathic doctor in a visit. Click here to learn how to access IV therapy at our clinic. If you are a naturopathic or medical doctor who would like to refer a patient for IV therapy at our clinic, please complete this Referral Form (PDF) and email it to iccinfo@ccnm.edu.

Read about Dr. Gabriella Chow, ND

Monday: 1:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Mistletoe (Viscum album) is one of the integrative therapies we offer to help support your health and well-being during treatment, recovery, and beyond. Used in cancer care for more than 100 years, mistletoe therapy is one of the most widely practiced complementary cancer treatments in Europe and is approved for use in several countries as part of supportive and palliative care. Research continues around the world, including studies at institutions like Johns Hopkins Medicine in the U.S. Read more about mistletoe therapy here.

Mistletoe extracts are derived from a plant that grows on various trees and are carefully prepared as injectable remedies. Ongoing research and years of clinical experience suggest that mistletoe may help support the immune system, improve energy, and reduce some of the side effects commonly experienced during cancer treatments such as fatigue, nausea, and loss of appetite. Many patients also report less pain and an improved sense of well-being while on mistletoe therapy.

At our clinic, mistletoe therapy is always tailored to your individual needs and can be given in two ways:

Subcutaneous Mistletoe Injections
Subcutaneous injections are taught at the CCNM Integrative Cancer Clinic, and patients continue to do these independently at home. We follow all patients on mistletoe therapy closely with 15-minute check-in appointments as needed. We adjust the dosing during these appointments based on each individual’s response

IV Mistletoe Therapy
Intravenous (IV) mistletoe is provided in-clinic and administered directly into the bloodstream. Treatment begins with a low dose and is gradually increased over time based on how your body responds. For some patients, both IV and subcutaneous mistletoe are combined to provide a more comprehensive therapeutic approach.

Getting Started
If you’re interested in mistletoe therapy, the first step is to book a visit with one of our naturopathic doctors. Together, we’ll review your health history, current treatments, and goals, and determine the best way to integrate mistletoe safely and effectively into your care plan.

We’re here to guide you through each step providing personalized, evidence-informed care to help you feel supported and empowered throughout your cancer care experience.

Yoga therapy is a gentle, personalized approach that uses movement, breathing, and mindfulness to help support your physical and emotional well-being during and after cancer treatment. Unlike a typical yoga class, yoga therapy is fully individualized; each session is designed around your unique health needs, energy levels, and abilities.

Our yoga therapist will work with you one-on-one to create a home-based yoga practice that meets you where you are. Together, you'll design a routine that builds on your strengths and supports your recovery, resilience, and daily quality of life. that helps you regain strength, improve mobility, manage stress, and enhance your overall quality of life. Group sessions may also be available, offering an opportunity to connect with others while focusing on mindful movement and restorative practices.

During your initial session, your yoga therapist will take the time to understand your medical history, lifestyle, and personal goals. From there, they’ll design a customized plan that may include gentle postures, breathwork, relaxation, and guided mindfulness techniques – all adapted to your needs and abilities. As your health and energy evolve, your practice will evolve with you.

• Calm the nervous system and reduce stress
• Support healthy lymphatic flow and immune function
• Improve flexibility, range of motion, and mobility
• Rebuild strength and energy after treatment
• Help manage long-term side effects such as fatigue or lymphedema
• Support bone and joint health
• Promote emotional balance and relaxation

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in active treatment, or focused on recovery and long-term wellness, yoga therapy can offer a safe and nurturing way to help reconnect with your body, build resilience, and restore a sense of inner calm.

Read about Miriam Patterson, Registered Yoga Therapist