Faculty

 

Nathalie D. Allen, N.D.:

Nathalie has been a well-respected Science Instructor at CSNN Vancouver since 1999. She received her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine, Portland, Oregon in 1997, and has been an Instructor at Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.  Nathalie currently teaches Anatomy & Physiology, and Pathology & Nutrition.

Keith Condliffe, N.D.:

Keith received his Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine in 2007 from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario.  He was an Instructor at CSNN Mississauga from 2007 to 2008 before moving to Vancouver, B.C. where he established his own clinic.  He previously taught English as a second language in Japan (2000 – 2003).  Keith currently teaches Preventive Nutrition, Lifecycles Nutrition, Alternative/Comparative Diets, and Pathology & Nutrition.

Nicole Duelli, C. Hom:
Nicole Duelli is a certified classical homeopath, naturopathic practitioner (Germany) who has enjoyed sharing her knowledge of homeopathy and natural health for over 16 years. As a writer, Nicole has written dozens of articles in magazines such as Alive. She was homeopathic editor and a major contributor to Alive’s award-winning Encyclopedia of Natural Healing (1997). As an instructor, she teaches at CSNN Vancouver, supervises students at the Vancouver Homeopathic Academy, and is guest lecturer at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. In her Vancouver practice since 1995, she encourages everyone to test the restorative powers of homeopathy. Nicole teaches Anatomy & Physiology and Allergies.

Lori Ferguson, B.Sc., N.D.

Lori is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine. She graduated from The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Ontario (2007). She has a private family practice with a focus in women’s health and fertility. She uses a combination of evidence-based western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help her patients achieve a better state of health and happiness. She is licensed in acupuncture, parenteral (IV) therapy, and pharmaceutical prescribing. She is also on the faculty at the Boucher College of Naturopathic Medicine where she is a Clinical Supervisor. Being an instructor at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition allows Lori to combine two of her passions, health and teaching. Lori teaches Chemistry & Biochemistry, Cellular Biology, and Pathology & Nutrition.

 

Melissa Furneaux, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2010), B.Sc.:

Melissa earned her Bachelors of Science in Biopsychology and Nutritional Science from the University of British Columbia, and is also a graduate of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York City. As an R.H.N., she views nutrition as both an art and a science, working with clients to achieve balance and self-acceptance. Since 2009 she has been working at an Employee and Family Assistance Program to promote organizational health and mental wellness. Melissa currently teaches Alternative and Comparative Diets.

 

Sara Gebriel, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2002), Live Blood Analyst, Life Coach:

Sara Gebriel is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist whose previous work at a busy natural health clinic as a certified Live Blood Analyst allowed her to further develop her nutritional knowledge. She is also a Certified Life Coach and graduated from Erickson College in 2008.  Sara has helped develop and facilitate many of the courses and practicum studies taught at the school today. In her role as teacher, her knowledge, passion and interactive teaching methods help to inspire and motivate the students to excel. Sara currently teaches Fundamentals of Nutrition, Symptomatology I, Symptomatology II, Preventive Nutrition, Alternative/Comparative Diets, Body~Mind~Spirit: The Connection, Allergies, and Lifecycle Nutrition. 

Daniela Ginta, M.Sc.:
Daniela received her Masters of Science in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry in 2001 from Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, B.C. where she was also a Science and Lab Technician teaching assistant.  She is also a busy mother of two active little boys, an accomplished freelance writer whose work has been published in local and national publications, and a passionate environmentalist.  She has a proven track record as an exceptional and well-respected Science Instructor at CSNN Vancouver since 2001. Daniela currently teaches Chemistry & Biochemistry and Cellular Biology.

 

Kate Hutchinson R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2009), C.G.P., Certified GAPS Practitioner (2011), B.A.

Kate is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, a Certified GAPS Practitioner, and a mother. She runs a family-oriented nutrition consulting practice working mainly with clients on the autism spectrum, and is passionate about education, empowering families, and the connections between nutrition and mental health.

Kate currently teaches Allergies and Optimum Nutrition for the Mind.

 

Orsolya Magyar, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2008), M.Sc.:

Orsha received her Masters of Science in Neuroscience from the University of British Columbia in 2008. She was a Teaching Assistant from 2004 through 2007 in Psychology and Behavioural Neuroscience at U.B.C. and a Research Technician from 2006 to 2008. Orsha refereed publications and published abstracts and conference presentations from 2004 through 2006 and is our expert on Mental Illness and Nutrition and Optimum Nutrition for the Mind and shares her vast knowledge with our students.  Orsha currently teaches Anatomy & Physiology, Preventive Nutrition, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Cellular Biology, and Optimum Nutrition for the Mind.

 

Ashley McIntosh, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2005), Life Coach:

Ashley is a 2008 graduate of the Life Coach program at Erickson College in Vancouver, B.C.  Ashley received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with distinction in 2003 from the University of Victoria. In 2002-2003 she was a Workshop Facilitator for the BC Eating Disorders Association. Ashley has partnered up with Shelley Jensen of ‘Shelley’s Angels’ and provides mentoring at this non-profit organization with a vision to aid those struggling with eating disorders through messages of hope and by providing funding to those unable to afford private counseling through bursaries. Ashley currently teaches Anatomy of the Spirit.  

 

Ken Mohammed, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2008):

Ken is an alternative health practitioner and an environmental activist. After graduating from CSNN with merit in 2008, he enhanced his practice that includes Reiki and Reflexology (Masters level) and Connective Tissue Massage.  He is also a Natural Living Consultant with Planet Organic.  He has a passion for educating others and has presented educational programs for many cultural centres of Vancouver, youth organizations, and municipal government offices. Ken works to educate and facilitate greater understanding of ourselves, our world, and the interactions between the two.  Ken currently teaches Preventive Nutrition and Eco-Nutrition.

 

Julia O’Loughlin, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2009):

Julia is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and graduate of the University of Victoria, where she studied the roles of women in health, food and farming. As an RHN, Julia has worked in her private practice to help her clients towards a realization of their best and individual approach to balance and wellness through optimal nutrition. She is also the facilitator of a youth program called Earth Bites and works with over 200 hundred elementary school youth year round to educate them on healthy eating practices, cooking, gardening and sustainability. Julia has a keen interest in applying theories and practices of holistic nutrition to prevention of and recovery from addictions. Julia teaches Symptomatology II, Allergies, Alternative and Comparative Diets, Eco-Nutrition, and Nutritional Literature Research.

Kiley Redhead, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2007):

Kiley draws on her diverse background in engineering (BASc in Chemical Engineering, UBC, 1994), publishing and design (Publishing Program, Langara, 1997), health (Registered Holistic Nutritionist), and business (Owner, Redhead Media, 1999-2007) and translates this experience into her business coaching and consulting work. Kiley teaches Fundamentals of Business.

Miel Richtscheid, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2010):

Miel is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist whose varied background includes work within the fields of children’s care and education, organic agriculture, Permaculture design and doulah services.  Her encounters over the years with a diverse array of families inspires her to offer guidance and support to parents in their endeavors to nourish themselves and their loved ones as well as design experiential education programs for children which take them into the garden and kitchen to cultivate a love and appreciation of whole foods.  She is particularly passionate about exploring the social and cultural aspects of our relationship with food.  Miel teaches Fundamentals of Nutrition, Symptomatology I, and Symptomatology II.

 

Preeti Syal, M.Sc., R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2010):

Preeti is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist; graduated from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, Vancouver, BC, 2010 with Distinguished Merit. She received her Masters of Science degree in Foods and Nutrition from Delhi University, India, 1997. Since then she has worked as a nutritionist at A.I.I.M.S (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), New Delhi, India and then as a dietetic technician at the General Clinical Research Centre, Stanford Hospital, California, USA.  She has a passion for cooking and loves to share her culinary skills.  Preeti brings her vast nutrition knowledge into practice through her well-established holistic cooking workshops at various centres in the Lower Mainland.  Preeti teaches Fundamentals of Nutrition, Symptomatology 1, and Preventive Nutrition.

 

Annabella Espana, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2006):

Annabella is the full time Administrative Assistant. 

 

Laura Mar, R.H.N., Registered Holistic Nutritionist (2008):
Laura is the part time Administrative Assistant.

Collectively Annabella and Laura ensure the smooth operation at our busy front desk and oversee the day-to-day administrative needs of the students and faculty in addition to supporting the Owner/Manager of the Vancouver branch.