The world needs Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) more than ever. And NDs need a community focused on supporting and striving for clinical excellence.

Dr. Carissa Doherty, ND

Dr. Carissa Doherty ND is a Naturopathic Doctor and educator!

Dr. Carissa is a CCNM alumni from 2002 and has a special interest in chronic infections such as Lyme Disease, environmental medicine and genetics. She is a cofounder of the Natural Care Clinic with her sister Dr. Sonya Doherty ND. Dr. Carissa Doherty ND has been invited to lecture beside Lyme Disease specialists such as Dr. Richard Horowitz MD and has even spoken throughout China on chronic infections and environmental toxicity.

Dr. Carissa Doherty ND engages her patients in lifelong learning about their health and attempts to inspire them to control their health through education and action. Over the years, she has mentored many naturopathic students and new grads and shared clinical pearls of 20 years of practicing Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Carissa Doherty ND is also a medical advisor for a Canadian supplement company called NFH since 2020. And lastly, she is super excited to be involved with Exceptional ND to support the Naturopathic community with clinically exceptional continuing education.

Dr. Jodie Peacock, ND

Dr. Jodie Peacock ND is a Naturopathic Doctor, author and educator!

Dr. Peacock ND is a CCNM alumni from 2006 has a special interest in women’s health concerns and fertility. She is the author of Preconceived a book designed to help support patients through the journey of fertility and conception. She is also the founder of the Canadian Fertility Show and cofounder of Exceptional ND.

Dr. Jodie Peacock’s ND passion for naturopathic medicine stems from the ability to spend quality time with her patients and helping to educate fellow naturopathic doctors. Dr Peacock is the chief naturopathic officer at NFH since 2008. She is currently working towards her MBA and is a passionate entrepreneur. She is also on the board of directors at the OAND to support the profession in the province.

Dr. Sonya Doherty, ND

Dr. Sonya Doherty ND is a Naturopathic Doctor, author and educator!

Dr. Sonya’s practice is focused on biomedical treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders including autism, ADHD, OCD, PANDAS and Down Syndrome.

Dr. Sonya has been practicing as a Naturopathic Doctor since 2003, after completing her pre-medical studies at the University of Western Ontario and her post graduate naturopathic training at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Sonya is a board-certified Naturopathic doctor and member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Dr. Sonya has completed The Autism Research Institute’s Level I and II Defeat Autism Now! training, providing her with the research and expertise necessary to help every child reach their developmental potential. DAN doctors are trained to help treat children with autism as well as other neurodevelopmental disorders.

Biomedical treatment is extremely important to Dr. Sonya, both as a mother and as a professional. She is committed to staying current on research and treatments that can benefit children with developmental concerns. After becoming a DAN doctor, she began her training with the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs. The FMAPS education is a comprehensive training program for physicians at the forefront of medical treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders. The level of mastery that MAPS fellows (FMAPS) achieve in the field of complex pediatric conditions makes them among the best-prepared practitioners in this field.

Dr. Sonya is extremely passionate about biomedical treatment. She has been practicing for over 18 years and has treated thousands of children diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders. As the mother of 3 children, she is dedicated to bringing the most current research and advanced treatments to her multi-disciplinary wellness clinic located in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.

Dr. Sonya is an international speaker and lectures extensively on biomedical treatment and the prevention of autism and other developmental concerns.