Dr. Aleksandra Gasinski, ND
77 Westmount Rd. Suite 300 N1H 5J1 Guelph, ON, Canada

I'm hosting a meditation retreat! This Thursday, May 7th 6-8pm . . If you've been feeling stressed or anxious, join me for an evening of relaxation and release.... . . We'll explore different types of meditation practice, journaling exercises, and affirmations to shake off the stress and bring in more calm. . . Get ready to restore! www.restoricaretreats.com/restore-evening . . #meditation #mentalhealth #stress #stressmanagement #anxiety #integrativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine See more

DEALING WITH UNCERTAINTY How do you adjust and cope in the face of uncertainty? How can you step away from always thinking about worst case scenarios? . . #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #trauma #ptsd #integrativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine #covid19 #covid #stress #stressmanagement #guelph #guelphnd

What you'll see when working with me virtually. . . I am still helping my patients through online visits. Staying well can still mean staying safe .... . If you need to see me, I am here for you! I've been helping with a lot of anxiety and stress management, sleep, and digestive support. . . Let's get through these next few weeks together! . . #naturopathicmedicine #integrativemedicine #stressmanagement #stress #anxiety #depression #trauma #guelph #guelphnd See more

ADJUST AND ADAPT As I'm seeing more anxiety and depression come up for people, we may need to go above and beyond our normal routines to maintain our mental health. . #anxiety #depression #mentalhealth #stress #stressmanagement #resilience #covid #covid19 #coronavirus #pandemic #stressresponse #integrativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine

As the sun pours in through my south facing window, I sip on my Costa Rican coffee and daydream about that place. About the 30 degree weather, while I'm stuck inside. About my partner, who is 7000km away. A distance that never felt like too much, until the borders were closed. Not having a sense of when I'll see him again isn't easy. All of this isn't easy. . . It's bringing up a lot of things for me. Feelings around stability, connection, abandonment, resilience. I see the s...ame in my patients. Almost everyone is dealing with some degree of emotional fallout. And that's to be expected. . . It isn't about pushing it away. It isn't about putting on a brave face and ignoring the reality. True strength, I believe, is in accepting and facing that things aren't ok. In reaching out and talking about it. In feeling all the feelings, and finding support in each other. Emotions have a funny way of begging to be felt. If they aren't, they'll ask again, and louder, and it might sound like insomnia, or panic attacks, or buzzing anxiety. . . I have been keeping well with all the good things - journaling, meditation, exercise, herbal medicine. There is a lot we can still do. If you need support, please reach out. I am here for you. . . Looking forward to the brighter days. They are coming. . . . #mentalhealth #stress #anxiety #depression #trauma #ptsd #counseling #meditation #isolation #quarantine #covid19 #covid #coronavirus #socialdistancing #integrativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine #naturopath #guelph #guelphnd See more

EXERCISE AND IMMUNITY Was rocking that post-workout glow yesterday. These days can have us going one of two ways - looking for creative ways to stay active at home... or binging and sitting a bit too much. . . And I get it, there are kids to keep occupied and stress snacking is real! But as we move past the first couple of weeks and the initial shock of quarantine, we must find ways to keep ourselves well. Both physically and mentally.... . . Cue the exercise. Yes it builds muscle and burns calories, but holy guacamole does it do so much more. It has a systemic effect on your inflammation and immune function. It boosts neutrophils, NK cells, T cells, B cells - all the right guys to increase immunosurveillance, your body's ability to tackle foreign invaders and problematic cells! . . Plus the best side effects of improved sleep, balanced blood sugar, improved mood and energy, increased happiness, better detoxification! It doesn't have to be anything crazy - have a dance party, do some online yoga, do 10 squats every time you get up from your desk or couch. Just stay active! . . #exercise #immunity #immunesystem #immunesupport #integrativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine #naturopath #guelph #guelphnd See more

Some information about #coronavirus as we continue to learn more about COVID-19 . . #covid #covid19 #virus #viral #outbreak #pandemic #immunity #immune #immunesystem #immunesupport #integrativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine #naturopath #guelph #guelphnd

ONLINE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE With precautions in place for COVID-19, I am offering virtual or phone appointments, for existing and new patients. . . If it feels better for you to stay home, please contact me to switch or book your appointment to a virtual/phone visit. .... . If you are sick with fever or cough, please stay home and we can continue your care online for the time being. . . Taking precautionary measures helps us all, especially those most at risk. So get cozy, grab a cup of tea, and meet with me through your screen . . #prevention #coronavirus #covid #immunity #integrativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine #guelph #guelphnd See more

Getting a taste of my own medicine. I've had this lingering cough. No, it's not #coronavirus... it was a phlegmy chest infection that allllmost passed before making a comeback. So I popped into work today to get #ivtherapy. Some high dose vitamin C, selenium, and zinc should do the trick! . I'll be posting about immune health all week. Corona or not, taking good care of yourself and keeping your system strong is the best defense! . .... #immunity #immunesystem #ivnutrients #vitamins #vitaminc #virus #naturopathicmedicine #integrativemedicine #guelph #guelphnd See more

Gratitude is great, but can be very challenging when dealing with mental health issues. Work with the body's response instead, and you can bring in gratitude in a way that feels authentic. #gratitude #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #meditation #somaticexperiencing #trauma #ptsd #neuroplasticity #rewireyourbrain #polyvagaltheory

The long term effects of stress on immunity! Finding ways to decrease stress, balance your nervous system, rest, and relax is vital to your health!

Ever connected. Within and without. . . #nature #elements #earth #air #fire #water #spirit #connection #connected #philosophy #reflection #naturopath #naturopathicmedicine

Just found out I won Gold in the Guelph Mercury Tribune Reader's Choice Awards category for Best Naturopath in Guelph! . . I am definitely surprised, and very honoured to have my patients not only nominate me, but also take the time to vote. It means the world .... . Connecting with people one-on-one lights my soul up. As much as I can help anyone to better their health and thrive, it certainly helps and heals me at the same time. . . Working in cancer care and mental health is intense. It's dynamic, it's challenging. It's also incredibly rewarding. There are people I'll never forget - the patient who overcame his lifelong anxiety to go on and start his own business. The throat cancer patient who didn't need a feeding tube during radiation because he was doing so well, and is now enjoying his life with his family. The patient whose hand I get to hold as she nears her dying time, embracing this gift of life she's been given, even if she needs to let it go. . . The lessons I learn from all of you - about real strength, about vulnerability, about connection, about creating a worthwhile life... that's what it's all about. . . Thank you, Guelph! . . #naturopath #naturopathicmedicine #integrativemedicine #cancer #oncology #cancercare #integrativeoncology #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #guelph #guelphnd See more

The Lesser Known Uses of IV Therapy: Improving mood, helping with surgery, immune boosting, and balancing hormones

Doctor becomes patient. Giving myself some #selfcare today with #ivtherapy. . . Getting a bag full of goodies for general energy and immune boosting! It's quick, easy, and effective. Just one way I'm bringing in more #balance. .... . #iv #vitamins #ivdrip #nutrients #energy #integrativemedicine #guelph #guelphnd See more

It's my intention this week, and moving forward. Holding strong to the concept that in order to truly succeed, one needs to rest, and play, and laugh, and create, and nourish themselves. . . Mostly I'm supporting balance by bringing in more joy. Moving my body, through exercise or dance. Connecting with friends. These are things that nourish me. .... . All disease is essentially imbalance. Blood sugar that gets too high. A nervous system that is overly responsive. Cancer cells that grow without boundaries. An immune system that is overburdened. These patterns repeat on micro and macro scales. Choosing balance in one way ripples out and affects other parts. . . What small change can you make today that will support your balance? . . #balance #wellness #health #naturopath #naturopathicmedicine #integrativemedicine #integrativeoncology #cancer #mentalhealth #depression #anxiety #cancerfree #cancersucks #anticancer #fuckcancer #cancercare #guelph #guelphnd See more

~Cancer is a Mirror~ . It makes sense to be afraid when getting a cancer diagnosis. We are faced, usually for the first time, with the possibility of losing eve...rything we know. It makes sense to be afraid of death. . . Working with cancer, I have seen different personalities emerge when dealing with a diagnosis. The worrier, the denier, the fighter, the resigner, the accepter. I'm not saying any one of these is right. . . But I do think having cancer is an incredibly meaningful time in one's life. Because it magnifies absolutely everything about your way of moving through life. . . It's not the first time the denier has avoided discomfort. It's not the first time the fighter felt like they needed to do everything for themselves. It's not the first time the worrier couldn't stop thinking about what will happen next. . . Having cancer brings these things right to the surface. And sometimes, that can be a gift. . . I have witnessed incredible transformation occur in light of cancer. Old wounds opened, allowed to breathe, and finally heal. Family dynamics that have shifted for the better. Deepened reflection, understanding, and acceptance of self. . . This is why I have a passion for both cancer and mental health. I don't think you can address one without the other. And if I can play any part in someone coming home to their true self with a little more love, a little more grace, and a little more vulnerability, well then that's worth everything. . . #restoricaretreats #wellnessretreat #wellnessholiday #cancerretreat #survivorship #cancersupport #cancercare #cancerfree #cancersucks #anticancer #integrativeoncology #cancer #mentalhealth #cancercounseling #vulnerability #death #truth #self #shadowwork #shadowself #integration #lessons See more

This has been my life lately (except swap the coffee for a matcha latte). And while I'm so grateful to be working in a clinic I love @naturalchoicemedicalclinic, and to be working on projects I love @restoricaretreats, I am feeling the effects of work overload. . . My sleep isn't as sound, and while I generally don't drink caffeine at all, I have been reaching for it. Pay attention to these subtle changes in your life and in your routine. I've been in this place before - a...nd continuing on doesn't end well! . . So. I'm prioritizing sleep. Even taking a bit of melatonin to encourage a healthy sleep rhythm again. I'm making sure to eat well (I can get into phases of not eating enough when I'm busy). And I'm bringing back things I love - friends, hula hooping, exercise, music, and poetry. It's all about balance, friends. And, as it turns out, I do my best thinking in the bath! There is something to be said for stepping back in order to step forward. . . #balance #wellness #health #growth #mindset #growthmindset #entrepreneur #naturopath #integrativemedicine #guelph #guelphnd See more

How working with mental health has changed for me over the years

Yesterday was World Mental Health Day, and a colleague shared this article I wrote a couple years ago! It was great to read it again. There's a lot of good information in there. It also reminded me how far I've come. . . I have spent much time in the past two years learning all about polyvagal theory, attachment theory, internal family systems, and other trauma-informed approaches to addressing mental health. I feel like I've leveled up so much! But I also remember the people... I helped right as I started practice. And that's because the most important aspect is and always will be connection. The techniques are important. They do help. But they're nothing if the person in front of you doesn't connect with you or doesn't think you care. . . If someone in your life is struggling with their mental health, simply being there with them - a listening ear, an open and understanding heart - means more than you know. And it may just be the piece that gets them to seek out more help. . . #chooselove #connection #worldmentalhealthday #mentalhealth #anxiety #depression #stress #naturopath #naturopathicmedicine #integrativemedicine #guelph #guelphnd See more

It's a truth I'm being shown again and again lately - we are nature. We cannot separate from that fact. And it affects every single aspect of our lives. How we choose to eat, sleep, move, breathe, relax, build, and use the world around us - if these things are not aligned with nature, we will suffer the consequences. . . Imbalance shows up in many ways. For my patients, it's the digestive upset, the insomnia, the joint pain, the anxiety, the cancer. Imbalance on multiple leve...ls - personal, family, community, environmental. Working with me requires a look at how all of these may be contributing to your health, then figuring out what we can do about it! . . #nature #lawsofnature #naturopath #naturopathicmedicine #integrativemedicine #integrativeoncology #oncology #environment #cancer #cancercare #cancerfree #anticancer #fuckcancer #cancersucks #cancercommunity #survivorship #balance #integration #mentalhealth #guelph #guelphnd See more