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I’m excited to share a meaningful milestone with you—I’ve officially earned my designation as a Certified Functional Nutrition Practitioner (CFNP) through the Canadian Association of Holistic Nutrition Professionals.

This certification represents a deeper step into the kind of care I’ve always been passionate about: looking beyond symptoms and exploring the why behind how you’re feeling. Functional nutrition is rooted in the understanding that every body is unique, and that true wellness comes from addressing the interconnected systems within it—digestion, hormones, stress, detoxification, and more.

What this means for you is an even more comprehensive and personalized approach to your health. I’m now further equipped to assess underlying imbalances, interpret things like blood work through a functional lens, and create targeted nutrition and lifestyle strategies that support long-term healing—not just short-term fixes.

This evolution in my practice aligns beautifully with my core belief: that your body is communicating. My role is to help you listen, understand, and respond in a way that supports balance and vitality.

Insurance Coverage Note
Many extended health benefit plans may recognize this designation. While coverage always depends on your individual policy, providers such as Industrial Alliance, ClaimSecure, Desjardins Insurance (often associated with DiBrina Sure Group plans), Johnson Insurance, Manulife, and Canada Life may offer reimbursement for services provided by a CFNP. I always recommend checking directly with your provider to confirm your specific coverage.

Whether you’re navigating fatigue, digestive concerns, hormone shifts, or simply want to feel more like yourself again, this expanded training allows me to support you with greater depth and clarity.

Thank you for being here, for trusting me, and for allowing me to grow alongside you.

With gratitude,
Alyssa Doherty CFNP