Naturopathic Medicine

At the heart of naturopathic medicine is a commitment to treating the whole person. Naturopathic practitioners look beyond symptom relief to identify and treat the root cause of health issues with the goal of whole-self well-being.

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Initial Naturopathic Medicine Intake Appointment

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Naturopathic Mind-Body Therapy

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Thrive Urban Wellness Service 60 Minutes Acupuncture

Naturopathic Acupuncture - Initial Appointment, New Patients Only

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Naturopathic Acupuncture

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Facial Rejuvenation Cosmetic Acupuncture

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Naturopathic Acupuncture - Initial Appointment, New Patients Only

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Thrive Urban Wellness Service 60 Minutes Acupuncture

Naturopathic Acupuncture

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Naturopathic Mind-Body Therapy

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Meet Our Naturopathic Doctors

Dr. Maria-Christina Conte

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Rachel Stummer

Naturopathic Doctor

What is Naturopathic Medicine?

Naturopathic medicine is a form of primary healthcare that focuses on preventing illness, identifying underlying imbalances, and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal. It combines modern medical knowledge with evidence-informed natural therapies, including clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, lifestyle counselling, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, and targeted supplementation. Naturopathic doctors are trained to assess health concerns across multiple systems, including digestion, hormones, energy, immune function, and stress and use this information to guide individualized treatment plans. Care may also include laboratory and functional testing when appropriate, allowing for a more precise and comprehensive approach to long-term health and wellness.

Dr. Maria-Christina (MC) Conte is a Naturopathic Doctor who provides thoughtful, whole- person care rooted in the belief that true healing involves more than simply managing symptoms. Her approach focuses on identifying the root causes of illness, recognizing the patterns beneath them, and understanding how the mind, body, and environment interact. Through comprehensive assessment and investigation, she develops personalized treatment plans that are realistic, sustainable, and aligned with each patient’s unique goals and lifestyle.

Dr. MC combines the best of modern and traditional medicine to support lasting and meaningful results. She integrates a wide range of therapeutic tools, including clinical nutrition, functional laboratory analysis, strategic supplementation, botanical medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, and lifestyle counselling. Each treatment plan is tailored to the individual and designed to restore balance, strengthen resilience, and support the body’s innate capacity to heal. She recognizes the profound connection between physical health, emotional well-being, and mental resilience. Dr. MC is passionate about empowering and educating her patients so they can make informed choices, build a strong foundation for long-term wellness, and feel more connected to their health. She strives to create a supportive space where patients feel heard, understood, and cared for throughout their healing journey.

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What Naturopathic Practitioners Can Treat


• Allergies • Chronic Headaches • Digestive Problems • Reproductive Issues • Men’s Health • PMS • Detox • Food Sensitivities • Hormonal Imbalances • Menopause/Perimenopause • Weight Management • Chronic Pain • Chronic Fatigue • Fertility and Conception • Healthy Pregnancy • Healthy Aging • Immune optimization • Thyroid Health • Endometriosis • Mental health (Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, OCD) • Weight Loss • Detoxification

Treating You & Your Family Members

Naturopathic treatments offer a unique pathway to overall wellness, supporting good mental and physical health at any age or life stage. Thrive believes in healthy families, extending care and services to support wellness in every aspect of life and relationships.

Best of all, you don’t have to be sick to benefit from naturopathic medicine. Our naturopathic approach focuses on balance and provides a sustainable blueprint to feel your best every day.

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Clinical Nutrition

Food is the best medicine, but busy modern life and how certain foods are processed conspire to zap our energy and affect our mood. The right foods can reduce inflammation, balance hormonal fluctuations, and eliminate common complaints like headaches, fatigue, and skin conditions.

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Homeopathy

Homeopathic medicine uses highly concentrated plant extracts to stimulate, detoxify, and tone our internal organs. Homeopathy is an essential component of naturopathic medicine, providing fast and effective targeted relief.

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Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a highly effective way to address many acute complaints, from allergies to pain, stress, digestion, and more. It can also help you maintain the physiological and mental balance you need to thrive each day.

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Mind Body Therapy

The mind-body connection is essential in the quest for whole-self wellness. Our therapists apply multiple approaches, from breathwork to yoga, meditation, ayurveda, and sacral-cranial energy work, to complement our naturopathic approach.

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Lab Testing

Bloodwork and Functional Diagnostic Lab Testing may be indicated to investigate general health status, monitor a pre-existing condition or get to the root cause of a health concern. Common tests used include: routine bloodwork, stool tests, OAT, Food Sensitivity Test, DUTCH, Parasite/Candida/Heavy Metals and genetic tests.  

Cupping Therapy

Cupping may benefit many health concerns such as improving muscle pain and tension, promoting circulation and detoxification, and circulation. Some indications include: muscle stiffness, stress relief, and digestive concerns.

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Lifestyle Counselling

Part of taking a comprehensive look at health may involve adjusting lifestyle habits or behaviours. Naturopathic doctors are trained to counsel patients on diet, lifestyle, stress management, exercise and safety hazards in their health. 

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Botanical Medicine

Rooted in nature and strengthened by research, botanical medicine is one of the foundations of naturopathic care. It allows me to combine centuries of herbal wisdom with evidence-based guidance to create targeted, effective support for your body’s healing.

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Have questions?

Speak with one of our knowledgable staff members at Thrive Urban Wellness to find out which treatment would be best for you.

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