The Body Mind Clinic
358 Dufferin Street, Suite 111 M6K 1Z8 Toronto, ON, Canada

‘Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother’ - Oprah Winfrey Happy Mother’s Day to all Moms!!! . .... . #mothersday #mumsinheaven #petmum #allmums #fertilityjourney See more

‘Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother’ - Oprah Winfrey Happy Mother’s Day to all Moms!!! . .... . #mothersday #mumsinheaven #petmum #allmums #fertilityjourney See more

Why choose ONLINE pelvic health physiotherapy with Michiko? Michiko can provide you with the same great personalized care that is easily accessible and convenient! Virtual appointments are done through a secure online platform! Michiko will:... Adjust pelvic pain Reduce leaking Evaluate and assist with posture Prepare you for pregnancy Help you stay focused with your rehab goals And... Feel better overall! . . . You can book your appointment through our website:) . . . #thebodymindclinic #covidtelehealth #onlineappointments #pelvichealthphysiotherapy #happydownthere See more

With our doors closed in support of global health, our healthcare providers including our Psychotherapist, Lisa @catalyst_therapy and our Naturopathic Doctor, Steffe @dr.steffed continue to be available by phone and for virtual sessions/appointments to support you during these tough times. . . . #thebodymindclinic #coronavirus #anxietyrelief #stressrelief #immunesupport #support... #healthcare #psychotherapy #torontosupport #ND See more

Dear Patients, With recent developments on the pandemic and, in order to best protect you and ourselves, I have made the very difficult decision to close the Clinic for a period of 2 weeks as of tomorrow March 17th 2020. Please be safe and we will see you hopefully very soon.... Emmanuelle & Team

A few tips about what you need to know about the adolescent years! And, if you’re a parent to a teen, you’ll want to read this before March Break! Adolescence lasts from 10 to 24 years of age legislative changes have come into effect to reflect this. It is the movement from childhood to adulthood and from dependence to independence (patience required!)... There are the years of innovation (yay!) and when identity formation happens Time of significant changes physically, cognitively, socially emotionally, behaviourally and sexually Significant changes take place inside the brain, physically & chemically. Highest rate of avoidable death occurs in this age group If you’re looking for support parenting your teenager, our Social Worker & Psychotherapist, Lisa Azzopard, has extensive experience and specializes in working with families & adolescents! Feel free to book a free 15 minute consultation! #parenting #marchbreak #teens #adolescentbrain #familytherapy #psychotherapy #torontoyouth

Parenthood is hard. There is no guidebook for parenting. Our Pelvic floor Physiotherapist Michiko creates a safe space where you can be honest and open about the challenges that you face. She will help you focus on improving your function and quality of life to ensure a happy parent for a happy baby. Whether it’s education on how to modify movements postpartum or even suggesting resources for sleep support, she’s got your back! Come join michiko @thebodymindclinic, read her... Google reviews at www.happydownthere.ca! DM her @happydownthere.ca for a free 15 mins consult! . . . #thebodymindclinic #happydownthere #parenting #pelvichealth #supportfornewparents

Do you feel exhausted? Feeling so tired even when you’ve gotten 7-8hrs sleep? It doesn’t have to be this way. Fatigue can be a sign deeper things are at play. While a good nights rest can help with energy, sometimes there are deeper things going on like low iron, blood sugar troubles or thyroid issues. Fatigue and burnout are common things our ND @drsteffed sees in her practice and would love to help you figure out what’s zapping your energy. Curious to learn more? Send us a DM to get started. . . . #thebodymindclinic #naturopathicmedicine #fatigue #chronicfatigue #burnout

In flowing with the season, our Psychotherapist is modelling what it looks like to make a shift! Lisa will be continuing to offer evening appointments on Tuesdays. This means you might want to hop on the waitlist if you haven’t already booked your after-work appointments. Using the waitlist allows for evening appointments to be secured, should availability open up in the evening. To avoid disappointment, kindly book your sessions ahead of time or chat with Lisa about how you... can make therapy fit into your life! See you soon! . . . #thebodymindclinic #mentalhealth #psychotherapy #counselling #shift #worklifebalance

Michiko goes over and beyond a typical Physiotherapist. She will help you prepare for your meetings with your physicians by setting up a list of questions, write reports to share with your specialists and even call them so that everyone knows what’s happening to your heath status (with your consent). By doing this, you are at the centre of your care. The specialists around you are able to support YOU in the best way possible. Michiko truly cares and invests in your health a...nd recovery. DM Michiko @happydownthere.ca directly for a free 15 mins consultation! Let’s connect! . . . #thebodymindclinic #happydownthere #healthcommunication #supportingpatients #patientcenteredcare #circleofcare See more

Combining research AND clinical work. A dream come true Michiko @happydownthere.ca is honoured to be able to integrate QUALITY EVIDENCE-BASED practice into her everyday care. Guidance needs to rely on strong evidence. Patients deserve the best. #mentalhealthishealth #pelvichealth #evidencebasedpractice... #happydownthere See more

If you’re moving through anxiety, you might notice a few things happening in your body. For example, you might experience: - headaches - muscle pain ( from being in fight/flight/freeze) - nauseousness and uneasy in your stomach ( particularly in children)... - dizziness - tightness in chest, creating more difficultly for ease of breaths. - sweating or feeling cold - tiredness, even after sleep ( anxiety uses a lot of energy!) The physical symptoms of anxiety can look different for each person. Doing a body scan and checking in with each part of our bodies can help to create awareness. Our Psychotherapist Lisa integrates body awareness, mindfulness skills and somatic experiencing into counselling & psychotherapy to improve mental health & wellness and to get you feeling more at ease! . . . #thebodymindclinic #counselling #psychotherapy #anxiety #somatic #bodyawareness #mindfulness

Sometimes you just need guidance or a gently touch to understand your persistent pain. Michiko @happydownthere.ca collaborates with you to find your inner understanding and appreciation of your body and your pain. Learn about your pelvic health and feel empowered. DM us @thebodymindclinic or Michiko @happydownthere.ca directly to book a free 15mins consultation. . . . #thebodymindclinic... #pelvichealth #torontopelvichealth #torontopelvichealthphysiotherapy #happydownthere See more

Period pimples. The monthly bumps that can be a nuisance and a reminder that your monthly flow is coming, but why do they happen? The glands in your skin make a substance called sebum (your natural skin oil). These glands are sensitive to hormones and when you are on the latter half of your cycle, your hormone levels change causing these glands to: (1) produce more sebum (2) become smaller in size for some women. Add in higher levels on inflammation in your body and this crea...tes a recipe for pimple formation. Period pimples that are cystic in natural can be a sign that you have too much testosterone. If you find this is your monthly story, talk to our Naturopathic Doctor @dr.steffed so that she can help you balance your hormones so that skin flare ups around that time of month no longer happen. . . . #thebodymindclinic #naturopathicmedicine #periodacne See more

Are you kind to others more than you are kind to yourself? . . . #thebodymindclinic #selflove #selfkindness #kindness #love #kindnessmatters

Offering feedback with depth and meaning can go such a long way! Very often, we’re comfortable saying, thank you or good job or I’m proud of you. What if we communicated with more depth, and offered context to our feedback? Doing this allows the person on the receiving end to feel fully seen, and fully appreciated, and creates an opportunity for us to build and grow our communication skills. ... A simple example of this can sound like, Thank you for taking that off my plate today. I needed this break especially after the morning I’ve had. Or, I’m really proud of you for working through your panic attack, I know that’s something you really struggle with Offering context creates a deeper meaning and opportunity for meaningful connection with ourselves & others. . . . #thebodymindclinic #feedback #communication #gratitude #couples #psychotherapy

We continue to think that pleasure to orgasm for people with vulvas can happen with just penetration in the vagina ALONE. Wrong. Research shows that over 75% of people with vulvas will NOT orgasm this way. Majority of pleasure is from stimulating the clitoris. Sexual health is important. Learn about the pelvic anatomy and challenge old beliefs! Communicate with your partner(s) because your pleasure MATTERS. DM us or Michiko @happydownthere.ca directly to learn more about pelv...ic health and how your sexual health relates to quality of life! . . . #thebodymindclinic #happydownthere #sexualhealth #sexeducation #initimacy See more

Do you feel overwhelmed with stress? Stress is a common experience in modern life. When you are in a state of constant stress, our bodies see this as a sign of low level danger. This low level danger can spiral into a slew of symptoms like feeling tired all the time, getting sick frequently, gaining weight (especially in the abdominal region), brain fog or trouble sleeping among many others. A way you can help re-fill your glass is by trying something called adaptogens. Ad...aptogens are herbs that help your body deal with stress better. They have been used for hundreds of years in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic cultures and serve as a way to bring your body back into the middle. They help take the edge off while your body is going through a stressful time and can help give you the much needed energy that stress may be robbing you of. Have you tried an adaptogen before? Our ND @dr.steffed can help you find the right one for you. . . . #thebodymindclinic #adaptogens #naturopathicmedicine #herbalmedicine #herbs #nostress #adrenalfatigue

Do you have tailbone (coccyx) pain? Michiko @happydownthere.ca has seen patients experiencing tailbone pain come into @thebodymindclinic. Some feel extreme pain when moving from sitting to standing, when sitting, or pooping. A misaligned tailbone is often a result of a fall or traumatic injury or sometimes during childbirth! For instance, there was one patient who delivered a baby vaginally and experienced tailbone trauma. Michiko performed an internal adjustment and worked o...n the surrounding muscles, and they felt much better! If you experience tailbone pain, DM us or Michiko @happydownthere.ca directly! We can help you! . . . . #thebodymindclinic #happydownthere #pelvichealth #coccyxpain #tailboneadjustment

Education and support for individuals in relationships with others who are suffering from a mental illness such as a personality disorder is just as important for healing. In addition to professional support, learning more about personality disorders and how the symptoms feel in relationships can offer validation, insight, understanding and even empathy- both for the individual suffering and for family members and loved ones. A helpful resource in addition to counselling &... psychotherapy is Out of The Fog. Check out their website here to learn more: outofthefog.website . . . #thebodymindclinic #psychotherapy #mentalhealthtoronto #mentalhealthsupport See more

Did you know acupuncture can help reduce anxiety? Many think of acupuncture when wanting to treat conditions of pain or arthritis, but it can also have positive effects on your mental health. When your mind's going a mile a minute and the feelings of anxiety start to creep in, this ancient form of healing can help bring your body back into balance so that you feel more calm and grounded. Several studies have shown the benefits of acupuncture within the mental health realm, ...offering a drug free option to those seeking a more natural route. Interested in feeling zen this week? Our ND @dr.steffed can help you get there with some acupuncture. . . . #thebodymindclinic #torontonaturopath #anxiety #anxietyrelief #anxietyreliefalternatives #anxietysucks #zen credit @patrickleung.xyz