Naturopathic Medicine
ABOUT
Health Advice is Everywhere. Personalized Answers start here.
You don’t need another generic diet, random supplement list, or automated search query. You need a clinician who listens to your full story, interprets your health data, and builds a safe plan tailored specifically to you.
Having health information isn’t the problem—knowing what applies to you is. At Kleinburg Integrative Health (KIH), our Naturopathic Doctors bridge the gap between “normal” lab results and actually feeling well. We combine modern diagnostic thinking with natural medicine to help identify what may be contributing to your symptoms and build a plan to help you feel like yourself again. Healthcare should be about more than determining whether you meet the criteria for a diagnosis. We help you understand why you may not feel well, what deserves further investigation, and what you can do to improve your health now and over time.
PRIORITY PATIENT PATHWAYS
What Are You Trying
to Figure Out?
Health concerns rarely fit neatly into a single category. Start with the problem you are experiencing, and let us help you determine what may be contributing to it.
WEIGHT & METABOLIC HEALTH
“I’m eating well and exercising, but my weight won’t budge.”
Understand how hormones, thyroid, sleep, and blood sugar impact your weight.
FATIGUE & LOW ENERGY
“My blood work is ‘normal,’ so why am I exhausted all the time?”
Investigate iron status, thyroid markers, stress, B12, and cellular energy.
WOMEN'S HEALTH & HORMONES
“I don’t feel like myself—could this be perimenopause?”
Navigate sleep shifts, mood changes, hot flashes, and hormonal transitions.
DIGESTIVE HEALTH
“I’m constantly bloated, uncomfortable, and confused by restrictive diets.”
Uncover what is driving your bloating, reflux, constipation, or food sensitivities.
BLOOD WORK & LAB INTERPRETATION
“I have my lab report, but no clear plan for what to do next.”
Transform lab numbers into an actionable, personalized health strategy.
PRIORITY PATIENT PATHWAYS
Information vs. Clinical interpretation
Why work one-on-one with a Naturopathic Doctor when you can look up health information online? Information can tell you what might be relevant. Your ND helps determine what is relevant for you.
The KIH Naturopathic Care Strategy
Clinical Context: Listens to your complete health history, lifestyle, stress, and overlapping symptoms.
Clinical Interpretation: Reviews results in the context of your symptoms, health history, medications, previous results and other relevant markers—rather than looking at a single number in isolation.
Safe, Individualized Plans: Recommends or prescribes evidence-informed therapies tailored to your clinical picture, goals and history.
Ongoing Relationship: Monitors your progress, adjusts treatment as your body changes, provides ongoing support, and helps keep you accountable.
Lab Reports: A lab report can tell you whether a result falls within a reference range. It cannot, by itself, tell you why you feel the way you do. We look at blood work alongside your symptoms, health history, medications, previous results and other relevant markers to determine what deserves attention and whether further investigation may be helpful.
Online Searches & Generic Advice
Broad Aggregation: Delivers generic health facts and overwhelming symptom lists.
Standard Test Ranges: Treats lab markers in isolation, declaring anything within a broad range as “normal.”
One-Size-Fits-All Solutions: Suggests trending supplements or blanket, restrictive diets.
Static & Unmonitored: Leaves you to figure out implementation, safety, and troubleshooting on your own.
HOW WE WORK TOGETHER
Our four step process
Your initial 60 to 90-minute consultation is dedicated to listening. We examine your full health history, diet, sleep patterns, stress levels, environmental exposures, and current medications to see the complete picture.
Step 1: Deep-Dive Assessment
Longer appointments give us the time to understand the full picture, not only your main complaint, but the symptoms, health history, medications, lifestyle factors and health goals that may help explain what is happening.
Step 2: Targeted Investigation
We review the information you already have, including blood work and medical reports, then determine whether anything else is worth investigating. Additional testing is recommended only when it is likely to add meaningful information or influence your care.
Step 3: Individualized Strategy
We build a safe, prioritized care plan tailored to your daily life. This may include evidence-informed dietary shifts, targeted natural therapies, lifestyle adjustments, bioidentical hormones, or in-clinic treatments.
Step 4: Ongoing Care & Adjustment
Health isn’t static. We schedule regular follow-ups to review how your body is responding, interpret repeat lab work, troubleshoot roadblocks, and refine your plan as you progress.
Modalities as clinical tools
Comprehensive Therapies, Applied to Your Strategy
Naturopathic therapies are not standalone fixes—they are clinical tools used strategically within your personalized plan. Depending on your assessment, your care may include:
Clinical Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine: Sustainable, evidence-informed dietary recommendations that fit your routine without unnecessary, long-term restrictions.
Targeted Botanical Medicine & Natural Supplements: Professional-grade natural remedies carefully screened for safety, proper dosing, quality, and potential interactions with prescription medications.
Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHRT) & Thyroid Support: Advanced hormone management prescribed within scope when clinical assessment and lab testing indicate a clear need.
Targeted In-Clinic Therapies (IV & Iron Infusions): In-clinic therapies recommended and administered when clinically appropriate following an individualized assessment.
Acupuncture & Physical Therapies: Used strategically to regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, manage pain, and support metabolic health.
MEET OUR PRACTITIONERS
Naturopathic Care Tailored to your needs
Our team of Naturopathic Doctors brings diverse clinical focus areas, advanced certifications, and a shared dedication to compassionate, patient-centered care.
DR. SUSAN SLIPACOFF, B.Kin., ND
Senior Naturopathic Doctor, Clinic Founder & Director
“Helping women navigate hormonal changes, metabolic health, and cardiovascular risk to optimize current wellness and future health.”
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BEST SUITED FOR PATIENTS WHO
Patients in perimenopause/menopause, considering hormone therapy, or experiencing fatigue, weight changes, thyroid/iron issues, or cardiovascular and metabolic risk factors (cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure).
PRACTICE SNAPSHOT
Clinical Focus
- Women’s Health
- Perimenopause & Menopause
- Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
- Cardiovascular Risk & Prevention
- Cholesterol & Lipid Management
- Metabolic Health & Weight Resistance
- Thyroid Health
- Iron Deficiency & Iron Infusions
- Blood Work Interpretation
- Fatigue & Low Energy
Advanced Services
- Prescribing Authority
- Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
- Thyroid Prescribing
- Iron Infusions
- IV Therapy
- Injectable Nutrients
NARRATIVE BIO
With more than 21 years in practice, Dr. Susan Slipacoff has developed a particular focus on midlife women’s health, helping women navigate the intersection of perimenopause and menopause with energy, weight, thyroid function, iron status, metabolic health and cardiovascular risk. Her approach looks beyond isolated symptoms or individual lab values to understand the broader clinical picture and help patients identify what deserves attention, what may require further investigation and which steps are most worthwhile to prioritize.
As a mother of three and clinic owner, Dr. Slipacoff understands first-hand the demands of balancing work, family and the many responsibilities that often leave women putting their own health last. This perspective has shaped her belief that supporting a woman’s own energy, resilience and wellbeing can help her feel more like herself and show up more fully in both her personal and professional life.
Her background in kinesiology, CanFit Pro personal training, medical acupuncture, sports medicine and injury management also shapes the way she incorporates movement into treatment plans. She helps women tailor exercise to their stage of life, stress load, recovery capacity and health goals, with particular attention to maintaining muscle, strength and metabolic health through peri- and postmenopause.
Outside the clinic, Susan enjoys spending time at her cottage, travelling, horseback riding, water skiing, snowboarding, hiking, playing the piano and reading. She also has a passion for food and dining and enjoys exploring new restaurants and places both close to home and while travelling.
DR. JESSICA CARDONA, HBSc, ND
Senior Associate Naturopathic Doctor
“Helping women improve hormonal, metabolic and digestive health through practical, personalized care.“
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BEST SUITED FOR PATIENTS WHO
Patients seeking support for hormonal concerns, metabolic health, weight management, digestive issues, fatigue, or healthy aging.
PRACTICE SNAPSHOT
Clinical Focus
- Women’s Hormonal Health
- Perimenopause & Menopause
- PMS & PCOS
- Metabolic Health & Weight Management
- Digestive Health
- Fatigue & Healthy Aging
Special Training / Services
- Functional Medicine
- Cosmetic Acupuncture
- Restorative Health
- Clinical Nutrition
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
NARRATIVE BIO
With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Jessica Cardona has built a practice with a particular focus on women’s hormonal health, metabolic wellness and digestive health. She commonly supports women navigating PMS, PCOS, perimenopause, menopause, fertility concerns, weight changes, fatigue and digestive or skin concerns.
Dr. Cardona is known for a warm, approachable style and takes time to understand the broader clinical picture before developing a treatment plan. Her approach combines evidence-informed naturopathic medicine, laboratory assessment, nutrition, lifestyle and natural therapies, with an emphasis on recommendations that are realistic enough to incorporate into everyday life.
She completed her Doctor of Naturopathy degree at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine after earning an Honours Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Biology from Laurentian University. Her additional training includes functional medicine, restorative health and cosmetic acupuncture. She is fluent in English and Spanish, with proficiency in French and Italian.
Outside the clinic, Jessica enjoys travelling, staying active, dancing, discovering new restaurants and spending time with family and friends.
DR. SARAH TAYEBI, ND, MD (IRAN)
Senior Associate Naturopathic Doctor
“Bringing experience from both conventional and naturopathic medicine to complex and chronic healthcare.“
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BEST SUITED FOR PATIENTS WHO
Patients managing complex chronic illness, integrative cancer support, persistent fatigue, or multiple overlapping health concerns seeking a highly integrative approach.
PRACTICE SNAPSHOT
Clinical Focus
- Integrative Cancer Support
- Complex Chronic Illness
- Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia
- Women’s Health & Menopause
- Digestive Health
- Metabolic Health & Healthy Aging
Advanced Services
- Prescribing within ND scope
- Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
- IV Therapy
- Advanced Laboratory Assessment
Languages
- English
- Farsi
NARRATIVE BIO
With over 20 years of clinical experience spanning both conventional and naturopathic medicine, Dr. Sarah Tayebi brings a distinctive integrative perspective to patient care. Before pursuing naturopathic medicine in Canada, she practised for 12 years as a Medical Doctor in Emergency and Family Medicine, giving her a strong understanding of both conventional healthcare and naturopathic approaches.
Her clinical interests include complex and chronic health concerns, chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, women’s health and menopause, digestive and metabolic health, and integrative cancer support alongside conventional treatment. She takes time to understand the full clinical picture and guides patients through individualized, practical treatment plans that may incorporate nutrition, lifestyle medicine, botanical medicine, supplementation and advanced laboratory assessment.
Dr. Tayebi is IV Therapy Certified and licensed to prescribe within her naturopathic scope, including bioidentical hormone therapy when appropriate. Her dual medical background is particularly valuable for patients with multiple or complex concerns and supports effective collaboration with physicians and specialists when needed. Her goal is to help patients feel heard, informed and supported as they navigate their health. She provides care in both English and Farsi.
DR. NATALIE STALTERI, BA (PSYCH), ND
Associate Naturopathic Doctor
“Helping women connect the dots between hormones, fertility, digestion and skin health.“
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BEST SUITED FOR
Patients seeking support with fertility, hormonal concerns, digestive health, skin concerns or cosmetic acupuncture.
PRACTICE SNAPSHOT
- Fertility & Preconception
- Women’s Health
- Digestive Health
- Skin Health
- Cosmetic Acupuncture
NARRATIVE BIO
Dr. Natalie Stalteri takes a thoughtful, collaborative approach to naturopathic care, with an emphasis on helping patients better understand what may be contributing to the way they feel. She takes time to listen carefully, explore the broader clinical picture and connect concerns that may not initially seem related.
A particular strength of her approach is making complex health information feel more understandable and manageable. Dr. Stalteri carefully reviews blood work in the context of a patient’s symptoms and health history and explains the reasoning behind her recommendations so patients understand not simply what they are being asked to do, but why.
Her goal is for patients to leave appointments with a clear, realistic plan rather than feeling overwhelmed. Treatment plans are developed collaboratively and adjusted over time as symptoms, priorities and health goals evolve.
DR. SOPHIA KOTYS, ND
Associate Naturopathic Doctor
“Connecting digestion, metabolism, inflammation, and energy to build realistic healthcare plans for daily life.“
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BEST SUITED FOR PATIENTS WHO
Patients with persistent digestive issues, metabolic concerns, chronic fatigue, or inflammatory/autoimmune conditions seeking clear explanations and actionable guidance.
PRACTICE SNAPSHOT
Clinical Focus
- Digestive Health
- Metabolic Health
- Insulin Resistance & Blood Sugar Regulation
- Chronic Inflammation
- Chronic Fatigue & Low Energy
- Autoimmune & Chronic Pain Concerns
- Women’s Health, including PMS, PMDD, endometriosis, irregular periods and painful periods
Advanced Services / Special Training
- IV Therapy Certification
- Injection Therapy
- Prescribing within ND scope
- Bioidentical Hormone Therapy
- Clinical Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine
- Targeted Nutraceutical Support
- Cosmetic Acupuncture Certification
- Plant-Based Nutrition Certification
NARRATIVE BIO
Dr. Sophia Kotys has a particular interest in helping patients understand the connections between digestive health, metabolism, inflammation and energy. Her clinical interests include digestive conditions such as IBS, IBD, SIBO and chronic constipation; metabolic concerns including insulin resistance, blood sugar regulation, fatty liver, cholesterol and blood pressure; as well as chronic fatigue, autoimmune conditions and chronic pain.
Her approach is practical, educational and highly individualized. She enjoys translating complex health concerns into treatment plans patients can realistically follow, taking time to explain what may be contributing to symptoms, why a recommendation is being made and how it fits into the bigger picture. Her care may incorporate nutrition and lifestyle medicine, targeted supplementation, acupuncture, prescribing, IV therapy and injection therapy when clinically appropriate.
Dr. Kotys also enjoys working with women’s health concerns including PMS, PMDD, endometriosis, irregular periods and painful periods. Her additional training includes IV therapy, prescribing, plant-based nutrition and cosmetic acupuncture certification. Above all, she aims to create care that feels understandable, sustainable and collaborative rather than overwhelming.
Diagnostic Insights
& Patient Education
Explore how our Naturopathic Doctors think through complex symptoms, interpret health data, and build personalized care plans:
My Blood Work Came Back "Normal"—Why Am I Still Tired?
Learn why a result falling within a standard reference range may still need to be interpreted in the context of your symptoms, health history and other relevant markers.
Perimenopause vs. Thyroid Issues: How We Uncover the Difference
Explore why overlapping symptoms require thorough diagnostic testing rather than guesswork.
Why the Same Digestive Symptom Can Require Two Entirely Different Plans
Discover how identical symptoms like bloating can stem from completely different root causes.
Before You Buy Another Supplement: How to Know What You Actually Need
How targeted testing and clinical screening can help avoid unnecessary supplements, thereby decreasing overall cost and putting the focus on what is actually appropriate for you.
Naturopathic Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions
How is naturopathic care different from the care I receive from my family doctor?
Conventional and naturopathic medicine can play different but complementary roles in your healthcare.
Your family doctor and specialists are essential for diagnosing and managing disease, prescribing medications, coordinating investigations, and providing acute and ongoing medical care.
Naturopathic appointments often provide additional time to explore the broader picture—including symptoms, nutrition, sleep, stress, hormones, digestion, medications, lifestyle, blood work and long-term health risks.
That extra time allows us to ask a different set of questions: What may be contributing to how you feel? Are several symptoms connected? Is there additional information worth investigating? What can we do now to improve your health and reduce future risk?
Our goal is not simply to manage disease once it appears. We also focus on prevention, health optimization and helping patients function and feel as well as possible.
When appropriate, we review existing medical testing, recommend additional investigation within our scope, collaborate with other healthcare providers, and develop an individualized plan that evolves as your health changes.”
Reason: This keeps the message collaborative and respectful of conventional medicine while making it clear that naturopathic care adds meaningful clinical value rather than functioning merely as an optional supplement to the conventional system.
Will my extended health insurance cover naturopathic visits?
Yes, most extended private health insurance plans in Ontario offer coverage for consultations with registered Naturopathic Doctors. Check with your insurance provider to confirm your specific coverage details.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Please bring any recent blood work or diagnostic reports from the past 12–24 months, a list of all current prescription medications, and any natural health products or supplements you are taking.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your First Visit is About Clarity
You don’t have to wait until something becomes a diagnosis to start taking your health seriously.
If you know something doesn’t feel right—or you simply want to be more proactive about your future health—we’re here to help you understand what deserves attention and what you can do next.