Patrick Van Den Driessche

Patrick Van Den Driessche provides skilled naturopathic care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Stress Anxiety Sleep Support

• Stress Management & Adrenal Support: Utilizing adaptogenic herbs, nutritional support, and lifestyle counseling to help your body cope with stress more effectively.
• Insomnia & Sleep Disturbances: Naturopathic solutions for improving sleep quality and duration, addressing underlying causes of insomnia like stress, hormonal imbalances, or poor sleep hygiene.
• Anxiety & Mood Support: A holistic approach to improving mood, reducing anxiety, and enhancing overall mental wellness naturally.

General Wellness Prevention

• Pediatric Wellness & Common Childhood Ailments: Focusing on strengthening a child's immune system and promoting healthy development through nutrition and gentle natural remedies.
• Weight Management & Metabolic Health: Addressing underlying factors contributing to weight issues, such as hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, or thyroid dysfunction.
• Cardiovascular Health & Cholesterol Management: Naturopathic approaches to support heart health, manage blood pressure, and optimize cholesterol levels through diet, lifestyle, and targeted supplements.

Immune Allergy Skin

• Autoimmune Condition Support (General): Naturopathic strategies to help modulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, and manage symptoms associated with various autoimmune conditions (as an adjunct to specialist care).
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) & Fibromyalgia Support: Focusing on mitochondrial support, reducing inflammation, optimizing nutrition, and gentle detoxification to improve energy and reduce pain.
• Allergies & Hay Fever (Seasonal or Environmental): Natural strategies to reduce allergy symptoms, modulate immune responses, and decrease sensitivity to common allergens.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Patrick can assess your needs.

• Botanical (Herbal) Medicine: Safe and effective use of herbal remedies, customized to your individual needs and health concerns, as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
• Comprehensive Naturopathic Health Intake: An extensive assessment exploring all aspects of your well-being, from physical symptoms to emotional and environmental influences, to identify root causes.
• Conventional & Specialized Lab Test Analysis: Analysis of laboratory findings to identify nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunctions, or other underlying issues.
• Hydrotherapy: Therapeutic use of water in its various forms (hot, cold, steam) to stimulate circulation, detoxification, immune function, and reduce pain or inflammation.
• Clinical Nutrition & Dietary Counseling: Personalized dietary recommendations, meal planning guidance, and nutritional supplement advice to address deficiencies, support healing, and optimize health.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Patrick. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Naturopathes in QC and the standards set by the l'Association des Naturopathes Professionnels du Québec.

At Patrick Van Den Driessche's practice, naturopathic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Patrick frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• If chronic back, neck, or joint pain that hasn't resolved is holding you back from enjoying shoveling snow or raking leaves without aggravating their back or feeling depleted, Patrick offers expert naturopathic care to uncover and address root causes. Treatment focuses on experiencing significantly improved blood pressure and cholesterol levels, often utilizing clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, and lifestyle strategies to help you thrive.
• With Patrick, a Naturopathic Doctor, individuals with not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep through the night are guided towards learning sustainable healthy habits that have become second nature. The focus is on empowering your body's innate healing ability so you can once again participate fully in activities you enjoy, such as resuming their weightlifting routine at the gym safely and with progress.
• When managing symptoms of an autoimmune condition with holistic support limits your lifestyle and prevents you from doing taking energetic, long walks with their dog every day and enjoying it, naturopathic medicine with Patrick can help you work towards seeing improvements in their child's digestion/sleep/mood. The aim is to restore optimal physiological function so you can comfortably and safely enjoy the things you love.
• Patrick frequently helps patients overcome hot flashes, night sweats, or other uncomfortable menopausal symptoms by identifying underlying imbalances. A tailored naturopathic program targeting lasting relief from constant heartburn and indigestion, without needing pills supports your journey back to health and enthusiastic engagement in desired activities like keeping up with their team during our weekly soccer match with improved endurance.

Your personalized naturopathic treatment plan, developed with Patrick, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives using a holistic approach.

Patrick's practice is situated within a convenient naturopathic clinic in central Otterburn Park, QC. The location is easily accessible, being near local health food stores and community wellness centers, making it simple for patients to integrate their visits into their daily routines. The clinic is well-connected via local public transit routes, ensuring easy access for those relying on public transportation. For those driving, our clinic offers street parking and nearby paid lots, providing flexible options for visitors.

How long do Naturopathic appointments typically last?

Initial Naturopathic consultations are generally longer to allow for a thorough health intake and assessment, typically lasting between 60 to 90 minutes. Follow-up appointments are usually shorter, often ranging from 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the complexity of your case and the therapies being discussed or administered.

Does our clinic offer direct billing to private insurance companies for Naturopathic services?

Yes, Patrick Van Den Driessche's clinic offers direct billing for Naturopathic services to many major private insurance companies. Patients are advised to bring their insurance card and confirm their specific coverage details, such as annual maximums, per-visit limits, and referral requirements, directly with their insurer. Please note that patients are responsible for any portion not covered by insurance.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Naturopathe in QC?

Patients in Quebec can typically see a Naturopathe (Naturopathic Doctor or Naturopathe) directly without a physician's referral, thanks to direct access legislation. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a referral for reimbursement purposes. Patients are encouraged to verify their insurance policies before their first appointment.

Is Naturopathic Medicine covered by the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) in QC?

Naturopathic services provided by a Naturopathic Doctor in a private clinic are generally not covered by RAMQ. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket, but many private insurance plans offer varying levels of coverage for licensed Naturopathic Doctors. It is recommended to review individual insurance policies for specific details.

What are some of the specialized therapies Naturopathic Doctors might offer if they have extra training?

Some Naturopathes pursue additional certifications for specialized therapies such as Intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy to deliver high doses of vitamins and minerals directly, prolotherapy for chronic joint and ligament pain by stimulating natural healing, or advanced acupuncture techniques. Availability varies, so patients interested in these therapies should inquire directly.

What is the difference between a Naturopathic Doctor (ND or Naturopathe) and a Medical Doctor (MD)?

Medical Doctors (MDs) generally use conventional medicine, including prescription drugs and surgery, to treat specific diseases and symptoms. Naturopathes (Naturopathic Doctors or Naturopathe) take a holistic approach, aiming to identify and treat the underlying cause of health issues using natural therapies such as diet, herbs, homeopathy, and lifestyle changes. They emphasize disease prevention and patient education, often working alongside conventional medical practitioners to support overall health.

619, Connaught
Otterburn Park, QC, J3H 6B6

Phone: (514) 998-0971

Patrick Van Den Driessche is regulated by the Consumer Protection Act (as services, unless specific regulations apply to a title) in QC and is a member of the l'Association des Naturopathes Professionnels du Québec.

Registration Number: ND-72

Registration can typically be verified with the l'Association des Naturopathes Professionnels du Québec.

Naturopathic medicine aims to support overall health and well-being. It is recommended to maintain a relationship with your medical doctor for conventional medical care, diagnosis of serious conditions, and emergencies. Naturopathic care can often complement conventional treatments.