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Jessica Daryawish, RN, IBCLC, PNC (c)

Lactation Consultant & Postpartum Registered Nurse

With over 15 years of nursing experience as a Postpartum Registered Nurse, Prenatal Educator, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Jessica offers compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based support for families navigating their infant feeding journey.

Her approach centres on building a mother’s self-efficacy and resiliency, supporting cue-based baby care, and helping families feel confident and empowered—wherever they are in their journey. She provides in-home visits, virtual consults, and in-clinic support throughout Vaughan and surrounding areas.

Her passion for lactation support was deeply shaped by her own breastfeeding journey with her two daughters. Through the early challenges came a beautiful, extended nursing experience that continues to inspire the care she offers today.

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Melisa is a Registered Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the field, specifically within the populations of children, youth and families. Melisa completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bachelor of Social Work and a Masters of Social Work with a specialization in children and families. Melisa is passionate about supporting people through various phases in life and offers an empathetic and holistic approach when working through diverse challenges in people’s lives.

After welcoming her own little one, Melisa’s interest in the perinatal mental health realm grew substantially, especially after experiencing the challenges of post-partum herself. Melisa’s dedication to working with this population continues to grow and she is currently in the process of completing her Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C). Alongside seeing clients in the perinatal phase, Melisa also works with adolescents, particularly around topics such as anxiety, depression, social/peer challenges and ADHD. Melisa’s humour, warmth and strengths-based approach provides an inviting environment for a trusting therapeutic journey.

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Tristan Kiraly is a Registered Nurse (RN) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) helping families in the GTA for over 11 years. She started her nursing career in Neonatal Intensive Care and Paediatrics then moved into community nursing. Tristan trained in lactation at the International Breastfeeding Centre and continued her education in oral habilitation; how oral function impacts feeding for infants. Tristan has a wealth of knowledge and skills to share with families. She communicates this expertise with warmth and understanding, helping families work towards their feeding goals at their own pace. Tristan is a member of the York Region Breastfeeding coalition, has contributed to Public Health campaigns and is an active member in her community. Tristan has two amazing breastfed babies that were her inspiration to peruse her IBCLC. She enjoys spending time with her family outdoors in all seasons including dog walks, downhill skiing or backcountry camping.

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Dr. Angelica, ND is an evidence-based Naturopathic Doctor and integrative family healthcare provider with a special focus in women’s health and fertility. Dr. Angelica, ND obtained her Doctor of Naturopathy degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto where she was a scholarship-recipient and continues to work as a Teaching Assistant. Prior to this, she attended the University of Toronto where she received an Honours Bachelor of Science with Distinction. Currently, she is registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO) and is a proud member of both the Canadian and Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Nearly a decade ago Dr. Angelica, ND travelled to Costa Rica with the Foundation for the International Medical Relief of Children before her plans to apply to medical school. There she was exposed to conventional medical treatments but also the use nutrition, herbs, and other natural-based therapies. This not only sparked her interest in naturopathic medicine but it propelled her career towards pediatric and reproductive care.

Her goal when working with patients is to uncover the factors contributing to disease and to create realistic, affordable, long-term solutions. Dr. Angelica, ND achieves this through comprehensive testing, physical examination, and in-depth consultations designed to give patients the tools to feel better, sooner. Treatments may include the issue of acupuncture (including fertility acupuncture), botanical teas or tinctures, supplements, nutrition, lifestyle counselling and more.

Some of the conditions she enjoys treating include PCOS, endometriosis, PMS/PMDD, fibroids, anxiety/low mood, lactation concerns, as well as chronic/autoimmune disease. In children specifically she can help improve digestion, eczema, sleep, allergies, and recurrent infections among other concerns.

When Dr. Angelica, ND isn’t in office you can find her writing articles on kid’s health topics for Elevate Magazine or singing ABC’s with her little nephews.

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About me

Hi! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Raquel McNamee, and I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO, with a specialization in Art Therapy.

From me you can expect authenticity, humour, warmth, and professionalism. In our relationship, I aim to ensure you feel safe to take risks, rest when you need to, ask for help, and most importantly, feel like the expert of your experiences. I see myself as the guide on your path towards your therapeutic goals and the work as a journey we take side-by-side.

I can help with:

• Navigating Neurodivergent experiences (e.g., ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities etc.)

• Emotional regulation & coping skills

• Personal identity and self-esteem

• Women’s mental health & life transitions (e.g., Perinatal and Postpartum stages)

• Youth & Adolescent Mental Health

• Family dynamics and relational patterns

What is Art Therapy?

I’m so glad you asked. Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy in which art-making and creative expression help you tell your stories, understand your experiences, and process your emotions where words are sometimes challenging. The process, use of colour, shape, and form as well as material choices, become a space for the exploration of your world in combination with conversation.

Instead of me asking you directly about your life, with the art I can make notice of symbolism, colour choices, and energy of your work to inquire and spark conversation with you about what you are depicting in the work. Pretty cool right? Most clients I’ve had think so.

NO artistic skill, training, or experience required, simply you and your presence.

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Ramy Mehrshadi is a dedicated Osteopathic Manual Practitioner with a strong passion for helping individuals restore movement, reduce pain, and improve overall quality of life. With a background in healthcare and ongoing education in nursing, Ramy brings a well-rounded, patient-centered approach that combines clinical knowledge with hands- on therapeutic care.

Ramy specializes in a variety of evidence-informed treatment techniques tailored to each patient’s unique needs. His approach integrates osteopathic manual therapy with advanced modalities including therapeutic ultrasound, TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation), hot stone therapy, and kinesiology taping. These treatments are designed to promote healing, reduce inflammation, relieve muscle tension, and support long-term recovery.

He has a particular interest in treating postural dysfunctions (such as forward head posture and rounded shoulders), musculoskeletal pain, sports-related injuries, and stress-related tension. Ramy focuses not only on symptom relief but also on identifying and addressing the root cause of dysfunction.

Known for his compassionate and attentive care, Ramy prioritizes creating a comfortable and supportive environment where patients feel heard and empowered throughout their treatment journey.

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Fahimeh Qaranful attended Shahid Beheshti University Of Medical Sciences (SBUMS) and earned a Medical Doctor degree in Iran. Her practice in the medical field has given her an exceptional level of experience in terms of treatment of patients and it has aided her in considering all different aspects of their health problems related to their existing issues.

Earning degree a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from the National University of Medical Sciences (NUMSS) and a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice program (DOMP) from the National Academy of Osteopathy (NAO) by completing 1000 hours of the Osteopathic bridge program clinical internship and her years of experience in this field, excelled her abilities in providing hands-on treatment for her patients and establishing an exceptional level of health care for them.

Considering her knowledge of the whole body mechanisms as a medical doctor, her powerful skill in removing the restrictions that are causing the problems, as a manual osteopath, makes her treatment unique and the best option for those who have suffered from a problem for a long time with no or low results from other kinds of treatment. She is a certified manual osteopath from the Society of Osteopaths of Canada (SOC), Alliance Canadienne Medecine Alternative (ACMA), American College Of Physical Medicine (ACOPM) and a member of the Osteopathy Chronic Pain Clinics of Canada (OCPCC) as a chronic pain specialist.

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Adriana Spassova graduated from Queens University where she completed her Masters of Physiotherapy in 2012. She has worked as an Orthopaedic therapist treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries with the end goal of improving overall health and strength as well as optimizing individual performance.

During her own pregnancy, she saw a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist which sparked an interest to pursue training in pelvic floor physiotherapy.

Adriana has a passion in treating pre and post-natal patients who suffer from pelvic floor dysfunctions. Adriana is committed to providing the highest quality of care to her patients by integrating evidence-based practice with her clinical experience. Her goal is to help women gain back their core strength and regain control over their pelvic floor muscles.

She believes in implementing highly individualized treatment plans and relies on manual therapy, soft tissue release, exercise prescription, and patient education to help her clients achieve their therapeutic goal.

During her spare time Adriana enjoys working out, skiing (in the winter), travelling, spending quality time with her daughter, son and husband and enjoying the outdoors!

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Dr. Michelle Zemari is a family Chiropractor and Acupuncture provider with a special interest in prenatal, postnatal, and pediatric care. She treats various conditions including but not limited to headaches, back pain, joint and muscle pains, sciatica, pregnancy pains, and pediatric-related challenges.

Dr. Michelle has extensive knowledge and competency in:

Adjustments, Mobilizations, Muscle / Myofascial Release Techniques, Acupuncture / Electro-Acupuncture, Cupping Therapy, TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation), Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy, Athletic Taping, Exercise Rehabilitation, & MPS Dolphin Neurostim (All scars including C-Section Scar Release Treatment).

Approach to Care

Dr. Michelle strives to keep the patient’s lifestyle and present health at the centre of each interaction. Through active collaboration she provides her patients with the highest quality of care. She believes in the importance of helping her patients achieve optimal health through conservative pain management, exercise rehabilitation, and injury prevention.

Prenatal, Postpartum & Pediatric Care

Dr. Michelle invites you to bring your infant for an assessment so she can support you with challenges such as torticollis, plagiocephaly, breast or bottle feeding, and delayed developmental milestones and more.

Dr. Michelle works with her patients to ease pregnancy related discomforts. She uses the Webster Technique to establish alignment and balance in the pelvis to encourage optimal fetal positioning. She is passionate about providing care that allows for a quick and smooth labour and delivery.

A postnatal chiropractic visit will also aid in easing the discomfort placed on the muscles and joints while caring for your little. Dr. Michelle looks forward to being a part of her patients’ journey into motherhood by providing them the most comfortable prenatal and postnatal experience that protects the health of both the infant and the mother.

Dr. Michelle’s Qualifications include:

• Doctor of Chiropractic, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College

• Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics, University of Ottawa

• Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, McMaster University

• Member of the ICPA (International Chiropractic Paediatric Association)

• Webster Technique (Prenatal Care) Certified

• Advanced Pediatric Bootcamp & PIPS Intraoral Technique Certification

• DONA Trained Birth Doula

• DONA Trained Postpartum Doula

• Thompson Technique Course

• Maternal Education Program

• MPS Scar Release Therapy using the Dolphin Neurostim, to help release all types of scars including c-section scars

• GrowCo Postpartum Rehab (currently completing)

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