VIRTUAL MENOPAUSE & PERIMENOPAUSE CARE ACROSS ONTARIO
Feel Like Yourself Again.
Evidence-informed care for women navigating complex health changes throughout midlife.
Comprehensive clinical assessment and individualized medical management may include nutrition and lifestyle medicine, targeted supplementation, laboratory testing and interpretation, and prescription therapies when clinically appropriate.
Dr. Laura Stix, ND
• 15+ years clinical experience
Ontario-licensed Naturopathic Doctor
15+ YEARS EXPERIENCE
LABS & INTERPRETATION
PRESCRIBING WITHIN SCOPE
COLLABORATIVE CARE
What Comprehensive Midlife Care Can Look Like
A COMMON CLINICAL PICTURE
A woman in her late 40s is dealing with heavier, less predictable periods, disrupted sleep, brain fog and lower energy. Her digestion also isn't what it used to be, and despite feeling that something has changed, her recent blood work was described as normal.
She knows something isn't right — she just wants to understand what's going on and what to do about it.
01 DETAILED ASSESSMENT
Her symptoms, medical history, medications, nutrition, sleep, activity, digestive health and previous investigations are reviewed together. Additional testing is considered where it may add useful clinical information.
02 CLINICAL PICTURE
Further assessment reveals that her blood sugar markers have been gradually rising, raising concern for early insulin resistance. Her iron stores are low even though she isn't anemic, and additional thyroid testing identifies previously undiagnosed thyroid autoimmunity.
03 INDIVIDUALIZED MEDICAL MANAGEMENT
Her plan may include menopausal hormone therapy when appropriate, correction of iron insufficiency, thyroid treatment or monitoring based on her thyroid function, and a sustainable nutrition and strength strategy to improve insulin sensitivity and support weight and body-composition goals. Digestive symptoms and any other ongoing concerns are addressed according to what the assessment identifies.
The result is a clearer understanding of what is changing, what needs attention, and what to prioritize first.
Illustrative example only. Assessment, testing and treatment vary according to individual clinical needs.
MEET DR. LAURA STIX, ND
Blending Science, Care & Curiosity
I’ve always been fascinated by how the body and mind work, and that curiosity has shaped the way I practise. Before becoming a Naturopathic Doctor, I completed an Honours BSc in Psychology and Biology at the University of Waterloo, where I graduated magna cum laude and was awarded an NSERC research grant for honours research in visual cognition.
Over more than 15 years in clinical practice, I’ve found myself especially drawn to complex or unusual cases — particularly when someone has already been through the usual appointments and investigations, been told that everything looks normal or there is little more to do, yet still knows something isn’t right. I genuinely enjoy the detective work of stepping back, looking closely at the full clinical picture, and trying to understand what has not yet been clearly explained.
Over time, that same curiosity naturally drew me toward women’s midlife health. It is a stage where hormonal changes intersect with so many other aspects of health, and as a midlife woman navigating perimenopause myself, this work has become personal as well as professional.
I want women to see midlife as a time to invest in themselves. After years often spent caring for everyone else, this can be an opportunity to turn some of that attention inward. I want to help women move into the decades ahead feeling as strong, capable and vibrant as possible.
SCIENCE & CLINICAL BACKGROUND
Honours BSc, Psychology & Biology
University of Waterloo · magna cum laude
NSERC Research Grant Recipient
Honours research in visual cognition
Diploma of Naturopathic Medicine
Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine
Therapeutic Prescribing Certification
Ontario
15+ Years in Clinical Practice
AS FEATURED IN
THE BIGGER PICTURE OF
Midlife Health
Midlife is about more than managing symptoms. These interconnected areas of health all play a role in how you feel now and in the years ahead.
Hormonal & Genitourinary Health
Perimenopause and menopause symptoms, menstrual changes, thyroid considerations, sexual health, vaginal and urinary concerns, and hormone therapy when appropriate.
Digestive &
Nutritional Health
Reflux, IBS and other digestive concerns, nutrition and nutrient status.
Metabolic & Cardiovascular Health
Blood sugar and insulin resistance, cholesterol, blood pressure, cardiovascular risk, weight and body composition.
Bone & Musculoskeletal Health
Bone density and osteoporosis risk, muscle mass and strength, protein and nutrient needs, exercise and physical function.
Sleep, Mood & Cognitive Health
Sleep disruption, mood and stress, brain fog, concentration, memory and energy.
Not every area needs attention for every woman. The goal is to understand which pieces of the midlife health picture are most relevant for you — and create a plan that supports your unique needs and goals.
What to Expect From Your Initial Assessment
BEFORE YOUR VISIST
You’ll complete a detailed intake and can provide recent lab results, imaging, or other relevant records for review before your appointment.
DURING YOUR ASSESSMENT
Your 75-minute visit explores your current concerns, health and family history, medications and supplements, previous investigations, menstrual and hormonal history, sleep, nutrition, activity, digestive health, and other factors relevant to your clinical picture.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
You’ll leave with clear priorities and an individualized plan. Depending on your needs, this may include nutrition and lifestyle medicine, targeted supplementation, prescription therapies within scope, additional laboratory testing, or or other next steps based on what the assessment identifies.
Initial Assessment · 75 minutes · $315 · Virtual across Ontario
No referral required. Receipts are provided for extended health benefits; coverage varies by plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Get Started?
You can book your Initial Assessment directly, or connect with me first if you’d prefer to ask a few questions before deciding.
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