Our Crave Practitioners

Celina Ainsworth, Dispensary Herbalist
CHT, MH, RH, WT, Clinical Herbalist.
Celina is a graduate of the Wild Rose School of Natural Healing and The Dominion Herbal College. As part of her clinical practicum she traveled to the United Kingdom to train at the British School of Phytotherapy clinic in London and at Napier’s Herbal Clinics in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Between 1995 and 2001 Celina was Clinic Director and supervisor at the Dominion Herbal College Clinic in Toronto. She is a past faculty member of the Dominion Herbal College, The Institute of Holistic Nutrition, The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and The Mohawk McMaster College. During the summer months she guides medicinal herb-walks in natural settings throughout southern Ontario.
Celina oversees the compounding of herbal formulae in the dispensary. She has developed a wide range of natural, effective and affordable herbal preparations which are available as ‘in house’ remedies. Celina and her dispensary assistants will formulate custom herbal teas, tinctures, compresses, creams, salves, and aromatherapy blends while you wait, or while you run errands in the village of Roncesvalles. She also compounds formulae for community healthcare professionals and their patients. Private formulae cards are kept on the dispensary premises in order to keep proper records of all custom blends. Contact Celina at 416-537-5303, or email.
Kate Beecham
RMT, Registered Massage Therapist.
Kate graduated from Sutherland-Chan in 2000. She has worked in a variety of settings including sports injury, hotel spa and motor vehicle accident rehabilitation. Kate was drawn to massage by her belief that it can provide a basic comfort while simultaneously treating various physical conditions. Massage Therapy takes a health enhancing and rehabilitative approach by integrating the knowledge of anatomy, physiology and disease with touch. Appointments can be booked with Kate on Thursdays and Fridays. Please call 416-377-4954.
Naomi Frank
BA (Oxford University), Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Naomi first encountered Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) while living in Hong Kong in 1994-97. As a patient and then as a student, she developed a deep respect for this ancient art of healing. In 2000, Naomi graduated from the International College of TCM in Vancouver and has since undertaken advanced training in fertility issues, pregnancy & postpartum care, and digestive health. Naomi has also worked extensively with patients experiencing pain, stress and anxiety. In 2009, Naomi established a low-cost community acupuncture clinic within the Herbal Clinic and Dispsensary, with the aim of making regular acupuncture treatments more accessible. Naomi is committed to encouraging patients to take an active role in their health and life-long wellness. The rapid healing that acupuncture can initiate continues to inspire her each day. To make enquiries or contact Naomi, please go to the Roncesvalles Community Acupuncture Clinic web site.
Sherry Holt
M.Ed, Counselling Psychology, Psychotherapy.
This form of therapy—commonly referred to as the “talking cure”—benefits anyone who feels dissatisfaction or discomfort in the emotional quality and functioning of their daily lives. This approach views therapy as emotional guidance and support assisting clients to gain awareness into their own issues of concern. Once this awareness is established, both client and therapist are empowered to make necessary changes such as inaccurate perceptions and beliefs that are undermining the client’s ability to attain self-fulfillment. Therapy attracts people who feel weakened by their issues and need support, as well as those who desire spiritual and personal growth, and an increased sense of personal strength and effectiveness. Sherry has worked as a private psychotherapist since 1997, originally starting as a social worker in 1982. She is President of the Anxiety Disorders Association of Canada, and is a clinical member of the Canadian Psychological Association. For more information, booking appointments, or a complimentary phone consultation, please contact 416-414-2758.
Dr. Yolanda Strzelec
B.A. Science (Nutrition), Naturopathic Doctor.
In private practice, Dr. Yolanda Strzelec, ND, treats a wide variety of disorders for complete mind and body health. She offers programs for detoxification, weight loss, seasonal allergies, smoking cessation, healthy digestion, stress management, anti-aging and infertility. Yolanda obtained an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science degree specializing in Nutrition before completing four years of post-graduate medical education at The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. While completing her undergraduate degree, Dr. Yolanda Strzelec, ND completed research at the Hospital for Sick Children and Toronto General Hospital. Yolanda incorporates dietary and lifestyle counseling, and clinical nutrition to help individuals achieve a balanced lifestyle. Other natural therapies used to remove obstacles to cure and support the healing power of nature include herbs, glandular therapy, and energetic medicine including organ drainage, homeopathy and traditional Chinese Medicine/acupuncture. She has taken additional training in Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture for complete skin rejuvenation. Yolanda is a licensed Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine and is a member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). She regularly informs the public about specific naturopathic topics by writing monthly articles for Toronto based on-line magazines and newsletters. Please call 416-456-7345 or email Yolanda for an appointment or for more information regarding her practice or newsletters, or visit her web site.
Janis Young
Chakra Balancing, Shamanic Healing/Coaching, Energy Healing, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine.
Janis is Silverowl, an apprentice on the Great Wheel of Life. She is active in shamanism and uses crystals, pendulums, tuning forks to facilitate healing and clear blocked energy pathways. Her whole focus is to bring balance and a sense of calm to one’s life treating each individual in a unique way. She uses Chakra Balancing, Reconnective Healing, Nutrition and Herbal Medicine to attain these goals. 416-371-8872 or email.