MEET THE TEAM

Our approach is holistic: focusing on the individual.

We work with our patients to create customized and realistic care plans aimed at achieving individual health goals, while staying with you every step of the way. Meet our team!

Kavita Gill

Acupuncturist and Herbalist

R.Ac, R.TCMP

Kavita is a Registered Acupuncturist, Herbalist and co-owner of Urban Wellness Clinic. Her aim is to facilitate your healing journey, empower you to make better decisions and bring your mind and body into a state of equilibrium.

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Expect to learn more about yourself. Be prepared to experience a deep mind-body connection. Walk away relaxed with a new-found sense of self-awareness and ease.

With nearly 10 years of experience as a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Kavita has developed deep clinical insights, which have powerfully informed her treatments. By utilizing an individualized approach and adept at modalities such as acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, herbal medicine, and moxibustion she effectively treats ailments ranging from migraines to menstrual irregularities. Having interned with TCM leaders in the fields of gynecology & fertility: facial rejuvenation & dermatology: musculoskeletal pain & trauma she employs an integrative approach to achieve tangible results. She educates her patients on how to incorporate this ancient wisdom into daily, workable self-care strategies.

Kavita is a licenced member of the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners of Ontario (CTCMPAO) and is an honors alumnus of the Institute of Traditional Medicine. As a Clinical Supervisor at the Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine Academy (AIM), she helps her student’s breakdown complex issues into cohesive and strategic treatment plans.

Kavita’s ultimate desire is that her patients experience the transformative benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine, empowering them to achieve their health goals.

J. Ingrid Gerberick

Acupuncturist

R. Ac

Ingrid is a Registered Acupuncturist and co-owner of Urban Wellness Clinic. While her special interest lies in reproductive health (including gynecological issues, fertility, prenatal/postpartum care and perimenopause), she loves to treat a broad array of health issues including back pain, stress relief/emotional regulation, insomnia, headaches, digestion and more.

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She has special interest in reproductive health
including gynecological issues, fertility, prenatal/postpartum care and perimenopause.
​She is committed to an inclusive and gender affirming approach to reproductive health.
She also offers Facial Acupuncture/Guasha using a therapeutic whole body approach,
believing that skin health and longevity can be encouraged as part of helping her clients
feel great overall. Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a holistic approach to health and
Ingrid uses this framework to treat her client’s symptoms while simultaneously
addressing underlying imbalances and so improving overall health outcomes. With a
background in visual arts, Ingrid brings an intuitive and creative sensibility to her
practice, and believes deeply in meeting the unique needs of each client. She believes
in each person’s innate healing ability, and centers her practice around facilitating and
empowering her patients in this beautiful and challenging process.
Ingrid’s education includes a diploma from Eight Branches Academy of Eastern
Medicine, cosmetic acupuncture certificate from Two Circles Acupuncture and
internships at both Six Degrees Community Acupuncture and Living Waters Therapies.
Ingrid also has a BFA from Emily Carr University. She loves to learn and is always
expanding her knowledge and skills in the healing arts to bring the best care to her
clients.

Angela Warbuton

Acupuncturist, Herbalist and Life Coach

R.Ac, R. TCMP

Angela brings over 25 years experience as a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine with extensive skills as a speaker, writer, leader and teacher.

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Shes a regular guest expert and speaker on CBC and has a unique skill set that combines her experience in Eastern Medicine with training in Transformational Coaching, Western Nutrition & Health Sciences, Womens Leadership and Applied Mindfulness.

Angela is passionate about helping modern women transform their stories and experience of (peri)menopause and aging, supporting them in living their most healthy, vibrant and radiant lives.

Angela helps women cultivate a deeper understanding and relationship with themselves and the world around them. Her process aims to be as easy and accessible as possible to assist women in integrating lifestyle changes for long term transformational change and to help them feel healthy and nourished in the process. She does this by infusing her work with deep compassion, humour and as much joy as possible

Diana Dorrance

Acupuncturist and
Holistic Nutritionist

R.AC, CNP 

Diana (Dee) is a Registered Acupuncturist and Certified Holistic Nutritionist based in Toronto. She graduated from Eight Branches College of Eastern Medicine and the Institute of Holistic Nutrition with first class honours, and has completed over 2000 hours of clinical training.

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Dee’s mission in her practice is a simple one: to help you feel healthier and more empowered in your body, so that you can thrive in all aspects of your life. She has a particular interest in digestive, reproductive, and mental health, and has experience treating a wide array of conditions including IBS, PCOS, Endometriosis, PMS, irregular or lost cycles, fatigue, insomnia, stress and anxiety.

Dee approaches treatment through a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) framework, informed by a biomedical understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology. She is passionate about creating personalized and effective care plans for each individual patient that addresses their own unique needs, using a combination of modalities including acupuncture, nutrition, cupping, gua sha and body work. All of her treatments take into consideration the connection between the body, the mind and the spirit.

Dee is deeply passionate about helping you heal and reach your health goals without judgment, restriction or shame. She practices from a holistic, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed lens, in a 2SLGBTQIA+ positive space.

(she/her/hers)

 

Indu Vashist

Somatic Movement

Indu teaches various forms of movement and rest practices including somatic education, yoga, restorative, and yoga nidra.

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She invites mindfulness and integration of the body, mind, spirit and land. She brings a somatic approach into all of her classes whether that’s through vigourous movement, exploratory gentle movements or even restorative shapes. Through movement, she encourages developing greater understanding of proprioception (your body’s ability to sense movement, action, and location), interoception (your perception of sensations from inside the body), exteroception (your sensitivity to stimuli that are outside the body), and nociception (your ability to discern what is painful stimuli). A regular somatic movement practice will take you on a journey of self exploration, helping you to connect better with yourself, finding ease in your body, and attuning to your emotions. Somatic education uses the mind-body connection to help you survey your internal self and listen to signals your body sends about areas of physical or emotional pain, discomfort, or imbalance.  Each individual, hour-long somatic movement session begins with an assessment that helps determine your unique stress and muscular contraction pattern. The main technique used in Hanna Somatics is called pandiculation, in which you will be guided through a series of gentle movements to restore muscle length, sensation, and function by working with your nervous system. We will work with your whole
soma!

Jennifer Bowers

Acupuncturist and Herbalist

R.Ac, R. TCMP

My practice is trauma informed, intersectional and anti-oppressive. I have  been using Traditional Chinese Medicine for almost fifteen years to help people with mental health challenges, particularly those with a history of trauma. I also work with folks trying to get pregnant and have healthy babies.

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I am on the faculty of Humber College and the Institute of Traditional Medicine where I teach trauma informed care to students in varying health fields, as well as Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity programming. 

My practice is all bodies friendly and welcomes members of the LGBTQ2S+ with very open arms. I also am happy to work with parents and children with their health challenges – ADD and autism spectrum, allergies, skin issues and behavioral challenges respond particularly well to Chinese Medicine treatments. I look forward to being a part of your support team.

 

Jordan Lewis

Psychotherapist

MSW, RSW

Jordan Lewis is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. He is dedicated and interested in engaging people and helping them come up with solutions to their problems and issues that feel good and achievable. He is trained in various modalities.

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Feeling comfortable with your therapist is probably the most important factor that helps facilitate change. Jordan will strive to create a space that you will feel comfortable to be yourself. He is trained in several therapeutic approaches and will engage with you in an informal and conversational style to understand what issues and dynamics in your life that can shift to strategies and resolutions utilizing your strengths. Jordan has over twenty years of experience working as a Social Worker in a hospital. He has acquired many skills of working within complicated systems which include healthcare, addictions, sex and sexuality, HIV and chronic disease, Palliative Care, and housing. If you are having any issues or challenges regarding these matters, he has comfort and confidence working in these areas.

Jordan Ramsay

Acupuncturist and Herbalist


R.Ac, R.TCMP

I work with acupuncture, cupping, and herbal medicine primarily to support people in their health goals.

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I work with acupuncture, cupping, and herbal medicine primarily to support people in their health goals. 

My practice has been greatly shaped by working with people experiencing HIV+ at the Toronto People with Aids Foundation as well as having spent the majority of my acupuncture time working in a community clinic setting where many folks could receive treatment at the same time while in the same space. 

I regularly treated symptoms including but not limited to chronic or acute pain, fatigue, difficult or irregular periods / PMS, migraines, digestion, insomnia, mental health, stress, skin health, recovery from surgeries, and side effects of medication.

I practice with an anti-oppressive, trauma informed, anti-racist and de-colonizing approach in a 2SLGBTQIA+ positive space. Please reach out if you have any questions. 

Website: Space Acupuncture

 

WHO DO YOU LIKE TREATING AND WHY DO YOU DO WHAT YOU DO: 

I am so grateful to study and practice acupuncture, cupping and herbal medicine. It helps me to feel more connected and present with myself. This medicine reminds us that we have the skills to listen deeply to our body’s patterns, and how our health is directly linked with our community health, job, connection to nature, etc. I am always learning from it and can see people light up with new understanding or connecting with parts of themselves they haven’t connected with for a while from it while in treatment. 

(she/they)

 

Kiara Tsagkaris

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

MACP, RP (Q)

Kiara is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) who is dedicated to helping clients navigate challenges related to identity, sexual trauma, and perinatal mental health. She has pursued specialized training in trauma counselling, perinatal mental health, and suicide prevention. As a queer therapist, her approach is grounded in affirming, anti oppressive, and sex-positive practices.

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Kiara holds a Master’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Yorkville University and an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from York University.

With a strong background in community support, she has worked in shelters and organizations focused on women, sex workers, and the 2SLGBTQ+ community, laying the foundation for her clinical practice in individual and couples counselling.

Recognizing that each person’s journey is unique, Kiara incorporates both structured and unstructured approaches that are adapted to meet each person’s specific needs. Kiara believes in a collaborative approach that empowers clients to actively participate in their care, and understands the importance of the relationship forged in counselling in promoting change. With experience supporting individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship
issues, she is committed to helping you manage the challenges you face and create a life you want to live.

Kiara’s services are covered by most insurance policies, and can be claimed under psychotherapy or social work.

Dr. Kristen Mark

Naturopathic Doctor

ND

I know what it’s like to struggle to be seen and heard. I know what it’s like to be told that symptoms are not real, that nothing can be done to alleviate suffering, and that there’s no reason to hope for better. In my work, I hold space for you to explore the many dimensions of your wellbeing in a safe, non-judgmental environment, where your experience is valued and respected.

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I nurture change in the lives of my patients through thoughtful and strategic naturopathic care. I walk alongside you to explore the why, what and how of your health, so we can clear a path to a stronger, healthier, more robust you.

My practice focuses on hormonal health (such as PMS, irregular periods, PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, fertility, thyroid disease) and stress-related illness (fatigue, burnout, insomnia, anxiety, digestive issues). My approach is evidence-informed and patient-centered. It is inclusive of all peoples, all genders, and all bodies.

I do this work to deepen my personal growth and to enhance collective healing. When I support a well community, I’m supporting our ability to reach our highest potential. This isn’t just for me, this isn’t just for you. It’s for us.

Kristen graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto. Prior to studying naturopathic medicine, Kristen focused on Political Science to complete a Bachelor of Arts at McGill University. Kristen recognizes the importance of personal, as well as sociocultural context in shaping our health, our lives, our preferences, our economic status, and our self-perception.

Kristen is a member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND). She is registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario.

Kristen is committed to removing barriers to care, to dismantling racism, to centering the voices of people who are Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), and those in 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. She is committed to an anti-oppressive, anti-racist framework that acknowledges the complexities of intersectionality. She is open to feedback on how she can better serve as an ally both personally and professionally.

Maja Degen

Registered Physiotherapist

RP

With years of experience, Maja brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her practice.
Whether it’s addressing pelvic floor issues, supporting musculoskeletal health, or aiding in recovery, Maja’s patients benefit from her tailored treatments and compassionate care.

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As a trusted professional in her field, Maja is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and techniques in Orthopaedic and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. Her ongoing pursuit of professional development ensures that her patients receive the highest standard of care, grounded in evidence-informed practices.

Maja Degen is an Orthopaedic and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. Maja holds a Honors Bachelor of Science from McMaster University and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree from the University of Toronto.

Nicole Limpin

Registered Massage Therapist

RMT

Nicole has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) since 2018. Her treatments include general Swedish techniques, myofascial release, aromatherapy, and prenatal techniques.

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Nicole graduated from the Massage Therapy Program at Centennial College in 2017. With 6 years of experience prior to Urban Wellness, Nicole has worked at a variety of clinics and spas ranging from working with athletic injuries to destressing wellness treatments. Nicole continues her career as an RMT licensed with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) working with Urban Wellness and providing home-treatments for patients.

Nicoleʼs belief is that massage should be a mix between relaxation and deep tissue. Stress is always present in our daily lives. People oen associate stress with a negative connotation (distress), however there is also positive (eustress), meaning we are always under stress in our lives. This is where Nicole fits into your life with Massage Therapy. It’s time to start prioritizing you and your body. Nicole is here to guide you on your journey of health and wellness.

We’re not hiring at the moment,
but keep an eye out!

Urban Wellness is always open to expanding our team of holistically minded practitioners when opportunities arise. If you are self-motivated, actively looking to grow your practice, and would love to work in a diverse, healing environment, stay tuned for future openings!