As we reflect on the year behind us, 2025 stands out as a year of growth, connection, and meaningful milestones – both personally and professionally. From new homes and expanding families to deepened learning, strengthened bodies, and shared moments of joy, this year shaped us in ways we’ll carry forward. This Year in Review is a look inside the experiences, values, and wins that defined our team in 2025, along with our heartfelt gratitude for the community that continues to grow alongside us.
Founders Update - Aubrey
What was your biggest highlight of 2025?
We purchased a new home in November after tirelessly looking for months. We are just getting settled into our new neighborhood- Grandview Woodland. I turned 40 this year and celebrated with my husband and our shred crew blissfully gallivanting through the mountains on our snowboards in Japan.
Looking back, what are you feeling most grateful for this year?
Feeling most grateful for my health/strength. My little guy is so full of energy and obsessed with baseball I’m just so grateful that I can keep up with him. Through my commitment to exercise this year I reversed my osteopenia that I was diagnosed with in 2024 (check out my bone scans in Jane) and I had a healthy looking bone scan in 2025.
What habit, ritual, or routine supported your wellbeing the most this year?
Weight lift / strength training was my number one non-negotiable this year. I did it for my bones but saw so many improvements in my overall well being across the board.
What book, podcast, or idea inspired you most in 2025?
The Toronto blue jays. I just love them so much. I grew up watching baseball with my Shannon family, hearing Buck Martinez’s voice takes me back to snacking on Spitz with my dad and my grandparents glued to the TV on a hot summers day. The World Series run this year brought so much joy and excitement to my nuclear family and I never imagined the blue jays would be there after a disappointing season last year. It’s reminded me that anything is possible when you have the heart and the drive.
What are 3 words that describe the intention, dream, or hope you are carrying forward into 2026?
Love, connection, and nesting
Founders Update - Lauren
What was your biggest highlight of 2025?
One of the most meaningful moments of this year was finding out that our family is growing. We are so excited to be welcoming a baby girl in April, and it has brought a deep sense of joy and perspective to everything we do.
Looking back, what are you feeling most grateful for this year?
I feel incredibly grateful to live in such a beautiful part of the world. Being able to step outside our back door and be immersed in nature feels like a daily gift. Sharing that connection with the outdoors with my son — watching him explore forests and creeks year-round — has been especially meaningful, and it’s something I hope nurtures a lifelong love of nature.
What habit, ritual, or routine supported your wellbeing the most this year?
Later this year, I picked up knitting, and it has become a grounding end-of-day ritual. It’s been a simple but powerful way to unwind, clear my mind, and step away from screens.
What book, podcast, or idea inspired you most in 2025?
Enrolling in a continuing education course in Advanced Women’s Health has been incredibly inspiring. It has reignited my passion for this area of care and reminded me how much I love learning. Being surrounded by knowledgeable, thoughtful colleagues has energized my practice and opened up exciting opportunities to better support our patients.
What are three words that describe what you’re carrying forward into 2026?
Family. Growth. Love.
Founders Update - Tanelle
What was your biggest highlight of 2025?
There are so many highlights! This year has been full of meaningful time with my partner, family, and friends. I was able to spend a weekend with just my grandparents in Palm Springs—my grandfather wore his Friday Health shirt the entire time, I swear. I also spent time in Mexico with my family and continued to watch my niece and nephews grow and thrive. I enjoyed more days skiing at Whistler than ever before, which brought me so much joy. I spent a week in Scotland visiting my pregnant cousin and enjoying a baby-moon together. I also fit in a half marathon & olympic triathlon. Throughout the year, I celebrated many birthdays, weddings, and new babies with the people I love most. Closer to home, my partner and I spent the year thoughtfully building a shared space that truly feels like home.
Looking back, what are you feeling most grateful for this year?
Looking back, I feel most grateful for the intentional, present time I was able to spend with friends and family this year. I’m also deeply appreciative of living in such a beautiful place and having the opportunity to spend more time closer to home.
What habit, ritual, or routine supported your wellbeing the most this year?
My morning routine checks all my boxes. I love waking up before the sun—before any interruptions—so I can be truly present with how I’m feeling, how I want to grow, and what I’m most looking forward to each day. It always includes a cup of coffee and a seat beside the fireplace with my cat, Pretzel.
What book, podcast, or idea inspired you most in 2025?
I feel constantly inspired by the people in my circle. Through long walks, shared conversations, and the simple act of showing up for one another, we exchange ideas and continue to build and grow together. That sense of collective curiosity and support has been my greatest source of inspiration this year.
What are 3 words that describe the intention, dream, or hope you are carrying forward into 2026?
Joy. Adventure. Love.
Celebrating our Wins
We’re proud to pause and reflect on what we’ve built together. With 30,264 appointments and 1,835 patients, each visit represents an individual story, intention, and path toward better health. Thank you for trusting us with your care and for allowing us to support you through every step of your journey.
Training Updates
We’re bringing more expertise to every visit– because you deserve the best care, always!
Facial Acupuncture
Facial acupuncture is a gentle, holistic treatment that supports both skin health and overall well-being, offering benefits that go far beyond anti-aging. By combining facial cosmetic acupuncture with constitutional (full-body) acupuncture, this integrative approach improves circulation, tones facial muscles, softens fine lines, and brightens the complexion while also reducing stress, improving sleep, digestion, and energy. Each session is customized to your unique needs, using facial and body acupuncture points—and often complementary techniques like gua sha, cupping, or guided relaxation—to restore balance, calm the nervous system, and enhance the skin’s natural vitality.
Want to learn more? Check out this blog post that dives into all things facial acupuncture:
Microneedling
Microneedling is a safe, minimally invasive treatment that improves skin tone and texture with little downtime by using fine needles to stimulate collagen through the body’s natural healing response. It helps reduce fine lines, scarring, and hyperpigmentation, and can be enhanced with PRP to speed healing and boost results. Suitable for most skin types and conditions, including eczema, melasma, and psoriasis, optimal results are typically achieved with 3–6 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
Pelvic Ultrasound Assessments
In 2025, our naturopathic doctors completed advanced hands-on training with a senior sonographer, deepening our understanding of the nuances of pelvic ultrasound examinations. This specialized education strengthens our ability to clinically assess female reproductive health with greater precision and confidence.
By enhancing our ultrasound literacy, our team is better equipped to identify factors contributing to reproductive concerns, recognize potential obstacles to fertility, and thoughtfully monitor hormonal and cycle-based interventions. This training supports our commitment to safe, informed, and individualized care– allowing us to integrate diagnostic insight with naturopathic principles for more comprehensive support of women’s health.
New Staff Introductions
Dr. Natalie Dreise, ND
Dr. Natalie Dreise ND is a naturopathic doctor with a passion for optimizing athletic performance and recovery through evidence-based medicine. With a diverse background in sports including rugby, rowing, dance, snowboarding, badminton, and cross-country running, Dr. Dreise understands firsthand the physical and mental demands of athletic pursuits.
She completed her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine – Boucher Campus in 2024. She now blends sports science, functional movement, injury prevention, and integrative nutrition to support athletes at all levels—from weekend warriors to elite competitors.
Dr. Natalie MacIsaac, ND
Dr MacIsaac ND has over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families achieve optimal health and wellbeing. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition and Health from UBC and a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree from the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.
With extensive training and a strong clinical focus on hormone and metabolic health, Natalie supports patients with a wide range of concerns, including fertility, menopause, PCOS, acne, weight management, and diabetes. She also enjoys working with children, helping with picky eating, digestive issues, and skin health.
Dr. Natalia Ytsma, ND
Dr. Ytsma ND has been working with families for the past decade as their primary care provider and takes pride in the opportunity to advocate for their health and help them achieve their health goals with realistic and sustainable approaches. As a mother of three and someone who herself struggled with fertility and pregnancy, she is passionate about women’s health and paediatric care as she understands the challenges that come with everything from trying to start a family to trying to manage one.
Sharyn Turner, R. Ac
Originally from Australia, Sharyn brings a grounded and thoughtful approach to healing, shaped by a former career in engineering and a deep respect for the wisdom of the body.
She deeply believes that our bodies know what to do, sometimes we just need to give a little reminder.
Sharyn supports women navigating the often-overlooked transitions of hormonal shifts (fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause) and the impact of sub-optimal sleep and chronic stress. Her practice combines classical acupuncture with modern, systems-based thinking to support the nervous system, restore vitality, and create space for women to feel more like themselves again.
A Word of Thanks
As we close out 2025, we’re filled with gratitude—for our team, our growing community, and every patient who trusted us with their care this year. From personal milestones and professional growth to welcoming new practitioners and expanding the services we offer, this year has been about deepening connection and raising the standard of care. Thank you for being part of our journey. We’re heading into 2026 inspired, grounded, and excited to continue supporting your health with intention, compassion, and excellence.