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Chinese Herbal Medicine supports the body’s natural healing functions. It focuses on restoring the imbalances in the body that are at the root of many health conditions.
Chinese Herbal Medicine consists largely of plants (roots, stems, leaves, berries, seeds etc), but may include some minerals and animal products with medicinal properties. It is usually prescribed as a formula consisting of many different herbs. The types of herbs selected are customized for each individual patient. This service is offered online and in person at our Toronto clinic. Note that these consultations do not include acupuncture.
Traditionally Chinese Herbal Medicine is consumed as a tea (a.k.a. decoction) but now it is usually pre-cooked, a powder or in pill form. When pre-cooked an herbal dispensary will cook the herbs into a decoction, seal in single-dose pouches and ship to patients. The powder is like instant coffee, you just add hot water. It is not quite as effective as the decoctions. The pill form is convenient for travelling but effectiveness/potency is even lower than powders. Your practitioner will prescribe the form that will best suit your needs.
It varies depending on the health issue but most people will report an improvement within 1-2 weeks. For more chronic cases, it may take longer. Follow up visits are recommended to monitor progress, as modifications to your herbal formula may be necessary.
April Kowaleski, R.Ac
April is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO).
She started her journey in health care 35 years ago as a pharmacy technician at the Hospital for Sick Children. When she started having children of her own, her focused changed to natural health and she became a holistic nutritionist. After having children, April fell in love with the birth process and turned her focus to working as a birth and postpartum doula, supporting families through this wonderful but sometimes challenging stage of life. She worked as a doula for 15 years, and at this point, decided to study Acupuncture. She had witnessed many times the power of Acupressure points during labour and decided to make this medicine the next step in her journey in health care.
April uses her experience and education to help people move through the many stages of life. She can treat both mental and physical aliments to help create balance and good health in the body.
Tomoyo Furusho, R.TCMP, R.Ac
Tomoyo is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Registered Acupuncturist under the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO). She believes a holistic approach is key to achieving optimal health at any stage of life.
After earning her diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition, her passion for holistic health led her to study Traditional Chinese Medicine. She completed a Diploma in Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Tomoyo's personal journey has inspired her to focus on women’s health, particularly reproductive, prenatal, and postnatal care, utilizing a holistic approach.
Her goal is to help people become familiar with Traditional Chinese Medicine and enjoy the benefits of its ancient wisdom.
Services available in English and Japanese.
Paola Borges, R.Ac
Paola is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO). She originally trained and practiced as a Medical Doctor in Brazil, driven by a deep passion for healthcare and a desire to help others. After working for two years as a general practitioner, Paola moved to Canada in 2019 and transitioned to a career in acupuncture. She was inspired by the remarkable results she observed in her patients' healing processes through acupuncture.
Paola combines her extensive Western medical knowledge with the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine to provide holistic support for health and well-being. Her particular focus is on women's health, a passion that deepened when she became a mother and personally experienced the emotional and physical challenges of perinatal and reproductive health. Paola is dedicated to supporting women throughout their perinatal and reproductive journeys, offering compassionate and knowledgeable care. She values the stories and experiences of her patients and enjoys building meaningful connections with them.
Services available in English and Portuguese.
Chinese herbal medicine is provided by a Registered Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine Practitioner. If your plan covers acupuncture, you can submit this service for reimbursement—please check with your insurer for details.
The cost of your herbs are not included in the price of your consultation. You will be billed separately.
Some people feel changes within 1–2 weeks; complex or chronic concerns can take longer. Your practitioner will reassess and adjust as needed.
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