Healthcare That Actually Listens
Naturopathic medicine that gets to the root of what's going on. Thorough, thoughtful, and built around you.
★ Most extended health plans cover visits · Direct billing available
You Deserve Better Than a 10-Minute Appointment
You've probably been told to "just lose weight," handed a prescription in under ten minutes, or left an appointment feeling like nobody actually listened.
That's not how it works here.
Your first appointment is 75 minutes. Not 10. Because you can't understand someone's health in a time slot designed for a drive-through.
What Sets This Practice Apart
Tired of Being Told to "Just Lose Weight"?
Every person who walks through this door deserves care without weight stigma. Period. That's not a tagline. It's foundational to how Lauren practices.
75-Minute Appointments
Your initial visit is 75 minutes because you can't understand someone's health in a drive-through time slot. Lauren listens, investigates, and builds a plan that fits your life.
Weight-Neutral Care
Certified in Intuitive Eating. HAES-aligned. No weigh-ins, no calorie counting, no treating your weight as the problem. This applies to every patient, every appointment.
Grounded in Research
Everything Lauren recommends has research behind it. No fear-mongering about food, no pushing supplements you don't need, and she'll tell you when a wellness trend is nonsense.
Conditions & Services
What Can a Naturopathic Doctor Help With?
Each condition gets its own deep-dive approach. Click to learn what Lauren does differently.
Hormones & Menopause
PMS, PMDD, perimenopause, menopause, thyroid, Hashimoto's, and burnout. Targeted lab work, nutrition, and supplements.
Learn more →PCOS
Insulin resistance, inflammation, and hormone patterns addressed together. An individualized plan, not a one-size-fits-all diet.
Learn more →Fertility & Preconception
Comprehensive evaluation and preconception support. Nutrition, supplements, and cycle tracking for natural cycles, IUI, and IVF.
Learn more →Digestive Health
IBS, SIBO, reflux, bloating, and food sensitivities. Investigating the drivers instead of handing you a list of foods to avoid.
Learn more →Anxiety, Depression & ADHD
Your brain is part of your body. Evidence-informed naturopathic support for mental health with the same thorough, whole-person approach.
Learn more →Children's Health
Eczema, constipation, allergies, sleep, anxiety, and immune support. Gentle, thorough, and built for real families.
Learn more →Not sure where to start? That's exactly what the free consult is for.
How It Works
What to Expect at Your First Visit
No surprises. Here's exactly how it works from booking to follow-up.
Free Meet & Greet
15 minutes, no cost, no commitment. Meet Lauren, ask questions, see if it's a good fit before you invest time and money.
Your 75-Minute Deep Dive
Health history, current concerns, labs, lifestyle. The full picture. Lauren builds a personalized plan that's actually sustainable for your life.
Ongoing Support
First follow-up around 6 weeks, then check-ins as needed. Quick visits available for supplement adjustments and lab requisitions.
Initial visit: $275 (75 min) · Most insurance covers it
About Dr. Russell
Why People Choose Lauren
She's not just a naturopath who happens to be nice. There are specific reasons people trust her with their care.
She's Lived It
Diagnosed with Hashimoto's while in naturopathic medical school, by an ND, because she was exhausted and nobody had looked into why. That experience shapes every appointment.
Evidence-Based, No BS
She tells you what the research says. No pushing supplements you don't need, no pseudoscience. Honest, straightforward care.
Easy to Talk To
She's direct, warm, and genuinely invested in how you're doing. Patients say she makes them feel heard from the first appointment.
Direct Billing & Virtual
Most extended health plans cover visits. Direct billing means less paperwork. All appointments available virtually across Saskatchewan.
Common Questions
Your Questions, Answered
Do I need a referral to see a naturopath?
No. You can book directly. No referral from a family doctor needed. If you want to meet Lauren before committing, she offers a free 15-minute meet & greet where you can ask questions and see if it's a good fit.
How much does a visit cost?
Initial visits (75 min) are $275. Follow-ups range from $80 (15 min) to $195 (45 min). Pediatric initials (45 min) are $195. Acupuncture and CranioSacral therapy are $125 per session. A free 15-minute meet & greet is also available.
Is naturopathic medicine covered by insurance?
Yes. Most extended health plans in Saskatchewan cover naturopathic medicine. Lauren's clinic offers direct billing, so depending on your plan you may have no out-of-pocket cost at all. Check with your benefits provider to confirm your coverage.
Can a naturopath help with PCOS?
Yes, and it's one of Lauren's primary areas of focus. She uses lab work, nutrition support, targeted supplements, movement guidance, and acupuncture to address what's driving your PCOS: insulin resistance, inflammation, hormonal patterns. Without restrictive diets or making your weight the focus.
Do you offer virtual appointments?
Yes. All initial and follow-up visits can be done virtually for anyone in Saskatchewan. Lauren is licensed in SK only, so virtual visits are available province-wide but not outside the province.
You Deserve Care That Sees the Whole You
Not a number on a scale. Not a list of symptoms to rush through. You. Book a free meet & greet to see if this is the right fit, or go ahead and schedule your initial appointment.
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