Our Team
All of our practitioners excel in their fields and are dedicated to being an integral part of your care team. At Femade, the practitioners you select collaborate seamlessly in the background, building on each other's care plans. This approach ensures accountability, utilizes a trauma-informed perspective, and minimizes repetitive discussions on potentially triggering issues. Each of our practitioners offer 15min complimentary discovery sessions to get to know if they are a right fit for your needs.
Anusha Gandhi
Founder, Owner, Clinic Manager and Peer Health Navigator
I have spent the last 10 years building a patient community through my advocacy work, building a network of experts in women’s health, and building a sanctuary that is now known as Femade. What I have come to learn is that while I have spent years learning about how to advocate for my own journey, there are always people advocating without any guidance or roadmap.
Keara Dean
Registered Social Worker (BSW, RSW)
I believe in using a client centred approach to therapy, where the client is the expert over their own life. In this capacity, I will work with you to create a safe and supportive space that is inclusive, compassionate and empathetic. To accomplish this, I will help you identify what you want to explore, then guide and support your journey of self discovery.
Marie-Christine Bois
Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW)
I strongly believe that every person is a worthy, capable human being with strengths of their own. Together, we will work on uncovering and developing your skills, strengths and what matters to you, with the end goal to be better equipped to face life’s challenges and live a more fulfilling life.
Jennifer Accursi
Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW)
My practice is strength-based and trauma-informed. I believe it is extremely important to recognize the interaction and impact between one’s mind, body, and external environment. You are the expert in your own life, I am here to utilize my personal and extensive professional experience to support you.
Katherine Lemay
Occupational Therapist (OT Reg. (Ont., QC) & psychotherapist
I am a bilingual registered Occupational Therapist and Psychotherapist in both Ontario and Quebec. After working for the federal government and in International Development for nearly a decade, I sought out a change of careers in health care.
Jessica La Riccia
Occupational Therapist (OT Reg. (Ont.))
I have had the pleasure of working with clients from all age groups with a broad spectrum of physical, cognitive, and psychological impairments, including; stroke, concussion, musculoskeletal/ orthopedic injuries, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc.
Alexia Kateb
Occupational Therapist (OT Reg. (Ont.))
I chose to be an Occupational Therapist as it enables me to implement a holistic, collaborative, and client-centred approach when assisting people in their daily activities. I believe it is important to consider the physical, social, environmental, and cultural aspects of each person’s unique situation.
Amira Abdelaziz
Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
I'm passionate about empowering others to live with clarity, vitality, and equilibrium. My focus lies in the foundational pillars of health: gut health, mental well-being, hormonal equilibrium, and metabolic vitality. Let's partner up and navigate your health journey together, uncovering the transformative potential of holistic wellness.
Shelley Burns
Naturopathic Doctor (ND)
I have a special interest in precision medicine encompassing prevention and health optimization. I don’t believe in population health, so why should I try to fit you into a population you are different from? I focus on the gut-brain connection and how it impacts hormonal, immune system, nutrient and mental/emotional health.
Carine Chalut
Registered Acupuncturist (RAc)
When I was young, I sought out acupuncture treatments for allergies. Right away, I was amazed at how much this medicine could help me. Throughout my life, I kept coming back to it whenever I needed help, for physical as well as mental health issues. When I decided it was time for me to go back to school, it was a no-brainer, I would become an acupuncturist.
Madison Lee
Registered Physiotherapist (MScPT)
I can help you address a wide range of symptoms/conditionsand have a particular interest in treating vaginal pain with insertion (e.g. sex, pelvic exams, tampons). Using a combination of approaches, including pain neuroscience education, manual techniques, therapeutic movement (that feels good!), and goal setting, I hope to guide you in developing body awareness and skills to better manage your symptoms.
Isabelle Bourget
physiotherapy resident
Growing up, being active was always an important part of my life so I knew I wanted a career that reflected this value. Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, I worked with the University of Ottawa’s women varsity team as a student training offering prevention and rehabilitation support as well as a strength and conditioning intern assisting with developing and coaching training programs.
Sara Lund
Massage Therapist (RMT)
My practice focuses primarily on TMJD (jaw dysfunction), head, neck & back pain, and peri-natal massage. I have taken additional courses in manual therapy for the TMJ, and in intraoral/buccal massage. I employ a trauma-informed, body-positive approach, recognizing the potential impact of past experiences and creating a calming environment that prioritizes sensitivity and empowerment.
Fiona MacDonald
Support Group Leader
I struggled with infertility for 5 years and reoccurring pregnancy loss. The time spent trying to conceive can be extremely lonely and isolating. I was lucky enough to find an amazing community of warriors through social media, and together we supported and lifted each other up when the dark days felt too much.
My hope for this group is to create a sense of community where it’s a safe space to share all the experiences that come along with expanding our families.
Erin Fernie
Support Group Leader
It has taken me years to accept just how much my endometriosis dictates my life. In 2019 before facing a thoracotomy for another congenital disorder - an aberrant right subclavian artery -I decided to walk away from my film career and shift all my focus onto my health. It continues to be the best decision I have ever made. While it feels like I am physically decaying, my mental health is thriving as I research and interact more with the endometriosis and chronic health communities. I am excited and honoured to be working with Femade to help set the new standard of care for those with chronic pain and invisible illnesses.
Meaghan Doyle
Reproductive Genetic Counselor (MS, CGC)
I studied genetics and psychology at the University of Toronto, and obtained my Master of Science in Genetic Counseling at Arcadia University in Pennsylvania. After working in a Canadian IVF clinic I realized that it is rare for fertility patients to have access to genetic counsellors. I joined Instagram to provide education and then founded DNAide to help make reproductive genetic counselling more accessible.
Manpreet Dhillon
Reiki Master
After recovering from an autoimmune condition early in life and being misdiagnosed for many years, I began to sense that living the life I desired was completely possible, but it required a high level of awareness and keen energy management. Today, through biohacking, ancient healing practices, and innovative new technology, I have discovered new ways of engaging with my body and letting the innate intelligence inside be my guide. I am walking proof that anything is possible!
Jen Gillean
Yoga Instructor, Yoga Therapist and Support Group Leader
My focus is supporting people through their sexual, birth, or pelvic related trauma and/or persistent pain experiences-moving towards wholeness and wellness in our daily rhythms and routines. I am also entering my last year of studies to become a Registered Clinical Herbalist, so I am looking forward to weaving all these learnings together in my offerings!