I’m Dr. Kirsten Vandenheuvel, a Naturopathic Doctor passionate about empowering women to take control of their health, specifically when it comes to mental wellness. In my practice, I focus on simplifying wellness and providing real, actionable solutions for stress, mood, digestion, and overall well-being. Tune in as I share honest conversations, personal experiences, and educational insights to help you feel more confident, balanced, and in control of your health journey.
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I’m Dr. Kirsten Vandenheuvel, a Naturopathic Doctor passionate about empowering women to take control of their health, specifically when it comes to mental wellness. In my practice, I focus on simplifying wellness and providing real, actionable solutions for stress, mood, digestion, and overall well-being. Tune in as I share honest conversations, personal experiences, and educational insights to help you feel more confident, balanced, and in control of your health journey.
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks on her personal experience with chronic acne and how she used natural treatments to heal her acne and reduce her acne scars.In this episode you will learn:- Kirsten's personal journey with acne, including what caused it- Lifestyle changes, supplements and treatments Kirsten used to treat her acne- How Kirsten reduced her acne scarring significantly in 6 months time For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodca...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks on why you should rethink your new years resolutions and how you can actually be successful with your goals. In this episode you will learn:- Why Kirsten dislikes new years resolutions- How new years resolutions often lead to unsuccessful goals - How you can make healthy living enjoyable- How to create intentional goals that are actually successful For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutu...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks on her experience with writing NPLEX 2 and how you can best prepare yourself to take the exam.In this episode you will learn:- When to start studying for NPLEX 2 - Kirsten's favourite resources for NPLEX 2- How to include self care in your study schedule- Kirsten's best tips for the exam - Comparisons between NPLEX 2 and CONO 2Plus more!For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube channel: Natur...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks on her experience with writing NPLEX 2 and how you can best prepare yourself to take the exam.In this episode you will learn:- What Kirsten's NPLEX 2 exam experience was like- What passing NPLEX 2 will get you- If writing NPLEX 2 is for you- What the NPLEX 2 electives are and who should write them Plus more!STATE AND PROVINCIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSURE/REGISTRATION: https://nabne.org/licensure-and-registration/For more of meWellness insta @...
Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into the profound journey of emotional trauma healing. Kirsten is joined by special guest, Skylar Sustin, an emotion and trauma release coach, to explore the steps, strategies, and insights to help individuals heal from emotional wounds.We'll uncover the roots of emotional trauma, the profound impact it can have on our lives, and how it manifests in our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.Learn more about Skylar:- Instagram- WebsiteFor more of meWellness ...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten interviews Max, the founder of Aqua Omega.What you'll learn:- How Aqua Omega came to be.- How omega-3s interact with the brain and promote emotional well-being.- Factors that differentiate high-quality omega products from poor-quality ones.- How to select the right omega-3 product for anxiety.Check out Aqua Omega's products hereFor more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube channel: Naturally KirstenSend your ques...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten reflects on the importance of appreciating the transitional periods in your life.In this episode you will learn:- Why reflecting on your accomplishments during transitional periods is so important - Kirsten's recent life transitions Thanks to todays sponsor The Healthy Hormone ClubFind their free masterclass here:www.freehormoneclass.com/healingFor more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube channel: Naturally Kirs...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten addresses the topic of taking accountability in your day to day life. Sometimes we might actually be a large contributor to the stressors and frustrations in your every day life.In this episode you will learn:- The importance of taking accountability for your daily stressors- How you can confront stressful work and relationship communication issues- How to reduce unnecessary notificationsThanks to todays sponsor (my first every podcast sponsor!) Find thei...
Send us a textIn this episode, Kirsten speaks on how she passed her naturopathic board exam (NPLEX 1) after failing it the first time.You will learn:- How I passed my NPLEX 1 exam- How I navigated failing the first time I wrote - What I learned from failing - How I studied the first time vs second time For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube channel: Naturally KirstenSend your questions or reviews to our email:Healingwithitpodcas...
Send us a textIn this episode, kirsten interviews Dr. Khadijah, a naturopathic aesthetician who focuses on treating skin from the inside out. Get ready to hear all about holistic skin care including common acne triggers, natural approaches to treating acne and the treatments she offers.We also dive into the topics of imposter syndrome and Dr. Khadijah's experiences in naturopathic medical school. Plus we discover what it was like for Dr. Khadijah going back to school to become a clinical aest...
Send us a textIn this episode, Kirsten talks about her journey into naturopathic medicine, including the steps it took to get there and the experiences she's had over the past 3 years. Kirsten speaks about navigating her mental health issues while in medical school and how she's learned to cope with them. For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube channel: Naturally KirstenSend your questions or reviews to our email:Healingwithitpodcast@...
Send us a textIn this solo episode Kirsten speaks on how to make the transition into the colder seasons easier.You will learn:- What the the season of fall is about according to traditional Chinese medicine - How to create a new routine for fall- What foods to eat more of in the colder seasons - Kirsten's personal change of season routine - And more!For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube channel: Naturally KirstenSend your quest...
Send us a textIn this solo episode, Kirsten speaks about why it's important to spend time alone. Get ready to dive into some of Kirsten's personal experiences with her own anxiety around being alone and the empowerment this has brought to the surface.Learn:- Why you should spend more time alone- How being alone improves your relationship with others - Personal reflections around the fear of being alone For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcast...
Send us a textIn this episode, Kirsten and Sydne speak on all things love languages. Learn:- What the 5 love languages are- How to find out what your love languages are- How you can use love languages in your relationship with others- How you can use love languages in your relationship with yourself - How we personally use love languages in our daily lifeFollow Sydne on insta @themindshavenFor more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube channel: Natura...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten interviews Anika Kawamura, an accredited music therapist and bestie to Kirsten.We cover all things music therapy including: - What is music therapy?- How to become a music therapist. - Where does music therapy get used?- How music therapy can benefit mental health. - Real life application of music therapy that you can do yourself.This is a very unique episode that you don't want to miss. Anika offers a very interesting perspective from her experience...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten is joined by her roommate and bestie Sydne. Tune in to hear their perspectives on friendship, navigating the difficulties of being homesick and learning to be okay with just being okay.Learn some of the healthy coping mechanisms they use when anxiety strikes and how they offer support to one another while living away from home. Follow Sydne on insta @themindshavenFor more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutub...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks on the realities of a busy life and how she navigates her anxiety and emotions surrounding this. Between starting as a naturopathic clinical intern and seeing patients to moving back to Toronto and moving apartments, life has felt like a lot. Join Kirsten for this authentic conversation and learn how to move through the challenges of life while taking care of your mental health. You can book an online naturopathic appointment with Kirsten under a l...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks with Dr. Shahana Alibhai, a professional Speaker, family physician and mental health expert. We cover all things emotional intelligence and emotional literacy including easy steps on how you can implement it into your own day to day life. Find Dr. Shahana Alibhai, on instagram @thedrshahana and give her a follow!Support the showGet my FREE Mindful Method guide here
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks with Shannon of Be Well with Shan, a holistic nutritionist with a passion for helping those with chronic bloating and digestive issues. We cover all bloating, SIBO and digestion including why someone may be experiencing chronic bloating and how to live bloat free. Find Shannon on instagram @bewellwithshan and let her know that you were referred from the HWI podcast to get a $100 discount of her 1:1 12 week package (The Gut Freedom Formula) until Ju...
Send us a textIn this episode Kirsten speaks with Myles Farmer, one of the cofounders of the breathwork app and social club Othership. We cover all things cold water therapy and sauna therapy including the benefits, the physical and mental impact and how you can get started!Make sure to follow Othership on Instagram @Othership and to check out their website to learn all about the physical location! For more of meWellness insta @naturallykirstenPodcast insta @healingwithitpodcastYoutube c...
I’m Dr. Kirsten Vandenheuvel, a Naturopathic Doctor passionate about empowering women to take control of their health, specifically when it comes to mental wellness. In my practice, I focus on simplifying wellness and providing real, actionable solutions for stress, mood, digestion, and overall well-being. Tune in as I share honest conversations, personal experiences, and educational insights to help you feel more confident, balanced, and in control of your health journey.
