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Dr. Natalie Senst

ND, Birth Doula

Natalie Senst, ND is a licensed naturopathic doctor and naturopathic birth doula (professional birth assistant). Natalie has a particular interest in the gut-brain interplay, and supporting healthy brain function through the lifespan. She considers digestion, brain health and hormonal balance the three essential aspects of her care model. She loves to support and empower women, and in turn to help them support their families and loved ones. Natalie’s practice is inclusive and dedicated to empowering you to reach your health goals.

At TCNM, Natalie’s naturopathic practice includes:

Acupuncture (including Traditional Chinese Medicine, electrostimulation for pain and recovery)
Brain health & cognitive preservation (including Alzheimer’s disease prevention, Parkinson’s disease support, ADHD support and general symptoms like brain fog, poor memory or concentration)
Naturopathic birth doula services, Natural labour preparation
Prenatal naturopathic care (including acupuncture to prepare the body for birth)
Postpartum naturopathic care (healing scars, supporting energy and breastfeeding)
Children’s health and pediatrics
Women’s health and hormonal health
Digestive health, and support for fatty liver and blood sugar issues

Natalie’s supportive and practical approach to health draws from her own experience as a mother of two, an Ironman triathlete and a former litigator.

Weaving evidence-based research and advanced laboratory testing together with the wisdom of traditional medicine, Natalie will tailor her support to your individual needs. While her hierarchy of support begins with the foundations of sleep, diet, movement and community, she will meet you where you are at and offers acupuncture, nutritional supplements, botanical (herbal) medicine or homeopathic medicine to support you as needed.

Natalie completed extra clinical training in pediatrics before graduating from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She is a member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors. Natalie is also a medical consultant for St. Francis Herb Farm.

Outside TCNM and her naturopathic practice, Natalie is recharged by time outdoors – and loves growing veggies in her garden at home and exploring nature with her children. She’s a food enthusiast and loves to create off-recipe best. She’s generally up for anything active and loves triathlon for the variety it provides. Follow Natalie on Instagram to connect with her.

Naturopathic medicine and acupuncture treatments, and naturopathic birth doula services provided at Toronto Centre for Naturopathic Medicine are covered by most extended healthcare plans.

Meet Natalie

More to come!

Please contact us to arrange an appointment.

Did you know your Naturopathic doctor can help you

Did you know your Naturopathic doctor can help your school-aged children minimize missed days, and optimize energy and focus?!

If you find that your kids are having issues with energy please reach out to us.

The best thing to do when you are feeling tired, i

The best thing to do when you are feeling tired, irritable and not able to focus is to go for a walk outside.

A simple 5 minute walk outside can:
🌿 Help your brain to produce endorphins to help you feel better and improve your focus
🌿Give you a boost of vitamin D which helps with your mood.
🌿Be a source of connection with others.
🌿Be the mid-day reset you need!

This is especially important for those who are still working from home and have not adjusted their lifestyle to a manageable pace. If you do not leave your house on a work day, we strongly encourage you to implement a simple 5 - 10 minute walk every day.

This is your sign to make a salad that will transp

This is your sign to make a salad that will transport you back to summer nights!

For the Salad, you will need:
🍃1 large sweet potato, chopped and roasted
🍃6 large figs, halved
🍃1 head lacinato kale, chopped
🍃1 head Russian red kale, chopped
🍃1/3 cup dried cranberries, see note
🍃1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Maple-Toasted Walnuts:
🍃2 teaspoons olive oil
🍃1/3 cup raw walnuts, chopped
🍃2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
🍃2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
🍃1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
🍃1 pinch sea salt

Maple-Cinnamon Cider Vinaigrette:
🍃3 tablespoons olive oil
🍃2 tablespoons cider vinegar
🍃1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
🍃1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
🍃1/4 teaspoon sea salt, to taste

Instructions:
🍃Roast the Sweet Potato and Figs
🍃Preheat the oven to 415 degrees F. Spread the sweet potatoes and figs on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Use your hands to coat everything in oil.
🍃Roast figs for 10 to 12 minutes, until caramelized, and sweet potatoes for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden-brown and crispy.

🍃Prepare the Cider Vinaigrette - Add the ingredients for the vinaigrette to a small blender, and blend until completely smooth (or whisk vigorously in a bowl until well-combined). Set aside until ready to use.

🍃Toast the Walnuts & Pumpkin Seeds - Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the walnuts, pumpkin seeds, pure maple syrup, cinnamon, and sea salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until walnuts and pumpkin seeds have absorbed most of the liquid and begin to look sticky, about 5 to 8 minutes. (Note: be careful to keep a close eye on the nuts, as they will burn easily).

🍃Prepare the Salad - Add the chopped kale to a large serving bowl and drizzle with lemon juice. Use your hands to massage the lemon juice into the kale leaves (this process breaks down some of the fibers in the kale and softens it up).

Drizzle desired amount of cider vinaigrette over the kale and toss well until coated. Serve salad with dried cranberries, roasted sweet potatoes and figs, and maple-toasted walnuts and pumpkin seeds!

Your happiness is the most important thing and tha

Your happiness is the most important thing and that nothing else should detract from it✨

Happy Sunday Everyone! We're up doing some early

Happy Sunday Everyone!

We're up doing some early morning reading and wanted to share some of Dr. @laurakentdavidson_nd_ibclc's favourite lactation resources!

They all speak to specific yet often overlapping audiences and while they are not all 100% lactation focussed, they provide families with really good information and tools to support them in navigating their lactation journeys.

💚 "What Doctors Don’t Know About Breastfeeding” by Dr. Jack Newman
💚 "We’re Here!” A Practical Guide to Becoming an LGBTQ+ Parent by B.J. Woodstein, Ph.D., IBCLC
💚 "Safe Infant Sleep” Expert Answers to Your Cosleeping Questions by James McKenna, Ph.D.
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If you have any lactation resources that you'd like to recommend to our community, please pop them in the comments.

Now that spring has arrived, it's a great time to

Now that spring has arrived, it's a great time to review your extended health benefits and see if you have coverage for naturopathic medicine, which can be helpful for managing allergies.

Allergies occur when your immune system produces antibodies that recognize harmless substances like pollen or pet dander as harmful, resulting in the release of chemicals like histamine that cause allergy symptoms. These symptoms can affect various parts of your body, such as your airways, sinuses, skin, or digestive system. The severity of symptoms can vary from person to person.

In some cases, allergies can be severe and lead to anaphylaxis, which is a life-threatening reaction that can cause airway swelling, severe shortness of breath, nausea and vomiting, lightheadedness, loss of consciousness, rapid weak pulse, and skin rash.

Drop as an email to learn about our direct billing process or to schedule your appointment - info@tcnm.ca

Parents - over March break did you notice any of t

Parents - over March break did you notice any of these signs in your kids? If so, social media might be affecting them negatively.

If you need support with your kids well-being please reach out to us 💚

So you made Dr. La's homemade granola recipe that

So you made Dr. La's homemade granola recipe that we posted last week, now what? Here are 3 ways you can use your homemade granola:

🍃Granola with yogurt or cultured coconut or chia pudding

🍃Granola with fresh fruit

🍃Granola in a smoothie bowl

Share with us how you like to enjoy your homemade granola in the comments below. We can't wait to hear your creative ideas!

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