Our Clinic Staff support workplace and community healthcare. They offer a wide variety of health seminars, information sessions and talks for many organizations. If you would like one of our doctors to speak at your event please speak with our receptionist today.

Upcoming Seminars

Skill Building Group for Anxiety and Depression

Are you struggling with Anxiety or Depression? Is it impacting your happiness, work, relationships or the way you live your life? Research has shown Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alone or in combination with medication to be effective in the treatment of Anxiety and Depression. The Vancouver Island Naturopathic Clinic Inc. is offering a 6 week course on anxiety and depression facilitated by Joyce Barwis, Registered Clinical Counsellor. She will help you learn practical strategies for personal change.

With: Joyce Barwis Registered Clinical Counsellor
Dates: Tuesday Feburary 14th 2012
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Cost: $125.00+HST includes your course material (6 week session)
Class size: 8-10 participants (wait list will be taken)
Registration: Call Reception at (250) 881-1806

Adrenal Fatigue: Turn Over a New Leaf

Having trouble waking up in the morning? Feel like napping during the day? Wishing you had more energy to exercise? Constantly craving coffee or sugar-laden foods? You may be suffering from Adrenal Fatigue. Dr. Shalini Hitkari ND, will be reviewing the role of the adrenals, what causes them to become fatigued, how to test for Adrenal Fatigue and what you can do to treat it.

With: Dr. Shalini Hitkari Bsc, ND
Dates: Thursday, February 9th, 2012
Time: 7-8:30p.m.
Cost: $12/person
Location: Panorama Recreation Center
Registration: Call (250) 656-7271
Course number: 66014

Postpartum Depression
Are you or someone you know pregnant or struggling with Post partum anxiety or depression? 1 in 3 women will suffer from Postpartum depression. Learn how to identify signs and symptoms. Numerous community resources, preventative strategies and both naturopathic and mainstream treatment options will be discussed.

With: Dr. Natasha Montroy ND & Jody Watson RCC
Date: Thursday April 19th
Time: 7:30pm- 9:00pm $15
Cost: $15/person
Location: Saanich Commonwealth Place
Registration: Call recreation centre for registration

A Natural Approach to Menopause

Menopause is a natural transition in a woman's body that can affect many aspects of her life and health including her appearance, mood and well-being, as well as her sexual function. Dr. Shalini Hitkari ND, will explain what is happening in a woman's body as she undergoes this life transition and how to ease the transition with the use of conventional and natural treatment options.

With: Dr. Shalini Hitkari Bsc, ND
Dates: January 26th 2012 & Thursday, March 8th, 2012
Time: 7:30 to 9pm at Saanich Commonwealth Place & 7-8:30p.m at Panorama Recreation.
Cost: $15/person
Location: Saanich Commonwealth Place January 26th 2012/Panorama Recreation Center March 8th 2012
Registration: Call recreation centre for registration.

Vitamins 101 - From A to Zinc
This session will review the importance of vitamin supplementation. Common vitamins, minerals and supplements including common brands available will be discussed, so that you are getting all you need for a healthy vibrant you. Please bring current supplements to the course.

With: Dr. Natasha Montroy ND
Date: Thursday May 24th 2012
Time: 7:30pm- 9:00pm
Cost: $15/person
Location: Saanich Commonwealth Place
Registration: Call recreation centre for registration.

Weight Loss - A Natural Approach
Dr Shalini Hitkari, a naturopathic doctor, will discuss the science of weight loss, common obstacles, fad diets, exercise, the effectiveness of fat burning supplements and how to lose weight and keep it off naturally.

With: Dr. Shalini Hitkari Bsc, ND
Date: Thursday April 26th 2012
Time: 7:30 to 9pm at Saanich Commonwealth Place
Cost: $15/person
Location: Saanich Commonwealth Place
Registration: Call recreation centre for registration.

*If you would like to register for any of the courses offered through our local recreation centres please contact the centre the course is listed at and give the provided course number for registration.

If you are interested in having one of our practitioners present for your group or work place, please contact reception for information at reception@islandnaturopathic.com