Christine Matheson, naturopathic doctor and certified yoga instructor, has operated a diverse naturopathic practice in Toronto since 2002.  She is one of the first naturopathic doctor’s in Canada to work in a hospital setting as a member of a multidisciplinary team of physicians and specialists at the former, Women's Pelvic Health Centre at Women's College Hospital in Toronto (2002-2004. She supports the safe integration of naturopathic medicine with conventional medicine when beneficial.

While incorporating a full spectrum of western and eastern-influenced naturopathic therapies, Christine emphasizes disease prevention and the intricate connection between the body, mind and spirit.  She has clinical experience and special interests in stress management, immunity, digestive health, food sensitivities, women’s health, gynecological health, environmental links to health, pregnancy and children’s health. As a certified yoga instructor since 1995, Christine has developed and taught specialized yoga programs, including classes for people living with cancer at Wellspring, a cancer support agency.

As an accomplished public speaker with expertise on a broad range of health topics, she is asked to present regularly, such as at the popular Women’s Health Matters Forum and Expo in Toronto. She has also made guest appearances on the Rogers cable television program ‘Medical Intelligence’ and is often asked to contribute to health articles in Chatelaine and Flare.

After graduating with honours from the University of British Columbia with a bachelor of arts in Women's Studies, Christine completed four years of naturopathic training at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (Toronto), Canada's first accredited naturopathic college. Upon graduation she was the recipient of the Swiss Herbal Remedies Bursary in recognition of "excellence in the promotion of women's health" and the President's Award for "professional courage and vision" from the Clinic Faculty. She is a member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.