When you make an appointment with a naturopath, you’re making an appointment with yourself, with what’s most precious to you: your health…
What is naturopathy?
At Le Capucin, we’ve been practising naturopathy with families in Quebec since 1997. We love this approach to health, which aims to stimulate and support the body’s natural mechanisms to provide relief from the very first symptoms. We consider the individual as a whole, taking into account the physical, emotional, mental and environmental aspects of health.
Marilène Perreault, founder of Le Capucin and naturopath
She was inspired by her mother Ludmila Jankowska, a nurse and recognized homeopath for over 40 years. She spontaneously instilled in her the values and benefits of natural health, a heritage she protects with pride and conviction.
Fascinated by the benefits of naturopathy, she perfected her studies on the ailments and illnesses of infants and young children. She then practiced full-time for 20 years in clinics in Victoriaville and Sherbrooke, treating children and families.
Together with her mother, she also created homeopathic remedies that were tested on her children. Today, 13 homeopathic remedies are approved by Health Canada, with a further 8 awaiting approval. It’s a source of pride for her and for all Quebecers! These are unique formulas, some of which can be administered from birth.
Her mission is to treat children differently, with balance and common sense! She is a committed and active woman in the field. Through many channels, she continues to spread the word about the benefits of natural health, and to inform people that they can do so much for the health of their little ones.
Catherine Ouellet, naturopath
When I was young, my mother used different approaches to treating me. I’ve always been open to alternative medicine, and it’s served me well in life. At the age of 24, I became the owner of my own business. The hours went by and I worked a lot. At 29, while continuing to run my business, I decided to go back to school to study Naturopathy! Without even thinking of working in this field one day, I was doing it for my own knowledge, for my little family that I wanted to start. It was the greatest gift I ever gave myself.
Today, I help people regain their balance and understand their bodies. Having had many courses on food composition, glandular types, metabolism and weight management, I’m convinced that healthy eating is part of the equation for good metabolic health. I’ve always loved to cook, and I spend a lot of time during my consultations stressing the importance of preparing nutritious meals.
It’s high time we recognized that the Naturopath is a complementary player in educating people about stress management, sleep, physical exercise, diet, hydration… For me, Naturopathy means taking an interest in the person in front of me, with a single goal in mind: their recovery, their well-being, and always according to their objectives and convictions.
Book an appointment with Catherine Ouellet at our Victoriaville boutique or online.
Émilie Houde, ND.A 
Émilie Houde is a mother of two little girls, and it’s because of them that she chose to become a naturopath. When her children were ill, she wanted to understand and master the possible solutions to help them. The more answers she sought, the more she researched, which eventually led to her studies at the best recognized naturopathic school in Quebec, l’École d’enseignement supérieur de naturopathie du Québec (EESNQ). Today, she is pursuing a doctorate in naturopathic science, a degree recognized not only in Canada, but also internationally, as naturopathic doctors (NDs) play a crucial role in supporting the health of people around the world.
Her passion for naturopathy is rooted in the scientific aspect. She needs solid evidence and studies to support her recommendations. During her consultations, she makes sure to conduct the necessary research to offer truly personalized support. She’s convinced that, while an ailment may seem commonplace to a doctor, each person’s symptoms are unique.
With the vast amount of advice available online, including on “Dr. Google”, she ensures that her solutions are perfectly tailored to the individual, taking into account their medication and possible interactions. Just because a product is natural doesn’t mean it’s safe, and that’s where she comes in to guide everyone safely.
Book an appointment with Émilie Houde at our Sherbrooke boutique or online.
Émilie Côté, naturopath
Fresh out of school, Émilie is a passionate woman who has always been interested in naturopathy. She has always enjoyed using plants to help her overcome fatigue, flu-like symptoms and other minor ailments throughout the year. As the mother of three beautiful children, she used a number of natural products, vitamins and probiotics to help them when they were ill. All this convinced her to go back to school, and now she’s a graduate and proud practitioner of naturopathy!
With this training, her primary goal is to help her family members with any symptoms that may arise, but in the end she thought, why not help everyone? She believes deeply in the power of nature and natural products to counter most viruses and discomforts. She also puts a lot of emphasis on the dietary aspect, as this is another element to consider in achieving a balanced body.
Book an appointment with Émilie Côté at her Victoriaville boutique or online.
Basic principles promoted by our naturopaths :
Vital force : At Le Capucin, we believe in the presence of a vital force that animates every living being. The aim is to support this vital force to maintain or restore balance.
Healing power : Our naturopaths use natural approaches such as herbal medicine, homeopathy, trace elements, gemmotherapy, Bach Flower Remedies, essential oils, organotherapy and vitamin therapy.
Uniqueness : Every individual is unique, and at Le Capucin, we take care of infants through to the elderly, because our naturopaths personalize treatments by taking into account the physiological differences and specific needs of each person. We even take care of family pets!
Identifying the cause : Rather than simply treating symptoms, our naturopaths will seek to identify and treat the underlying cause of health imbalances, while correcting, if necessary, certain dietary habits.
It’s important to note that naturopathy is very often used as a complement to conventional medical treatments. At Le Capucin, we have the utmost respect for medical advice. We even encourage consultation with a medical professional before embarking on a naturopathic approach, especially in the case of serious medical conditions.
Our naturopaths issue receipts for your group insurance.
