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Everyone deserves to feel empowered, respected, and cared for on their healthcare journey. My approach is all about creating a partnership built on trust, understanding, and open communication. I’m committed to fostering safe, inclusive spaces that support you in making informed decisions – free from judgment.
With a strong foundation in health research, I’m passionate about bridging the gap between science and everyday care. I love translating medical research into personalized, practical strategies that support both your current symptoms and long-term well-being.
As an educator at heart, I love helping patients feel informed, educated and confident as they take charge of their health. Together, we’ll create compassionate, sustainable, evidence-based plans tailored to your unique journey and priorities, meeting you where you are and supporting you to feel your best at every stage of life.
I am passionate about supporting you in the following areas;
- Conception & Fertility
- IVF/ART Support – I have firsthand experience within a fertility clinic observing procedures and real patient care in action
- Hormonal Health & Menstrual Cycle Support – cycle changes, irregular, heavy, or painful periods, PMS, PMDD
- PCOS, Endometriosis & Reproductive Conditions
- Perimenopause & Menopause & Hormone Therapy Prescribing
- Pregnancy Support, Maternal Health & Postpartum Care
- IBS, IBD, Digestive Health & Food Sensitivities
- Cholesterol, Blood Sugar & Insulin Support
- Athletes, Active Individuals & Injury Prevention/Recovery
- Complex Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Conditions & Neurodegeneration
- Fatigue, Burnout & Sleep Challenges
- Mental Health – Anxiety (GAD), Depression & ADHD
- Thyroid Health
I am passionate about teaching and educating the public about naturopathic medicine. If you’re interested in having me speak at an event or give a talk, I would be happy to discuss how I can contribute to your gathering.
Free Guides
- I have created a free fertility guide, Cycle to Conception: Your Starter Guide to Fertility Care, designed to support you with clear, evidence-based information on your fertility journey. You can access the guide HERE.
Educational Background & Credentials
Education
- Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, Toronto, ON
- Master of Science, Trent University, Peterborough, ON
- Honours Bachelor of Science, Major: Biology | Minor: Chemistry
Trent University, Peterborough, ON
Research Experience
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Presented research at international conferences
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Published in multiple peer-reviewed journals
- Interned on the EASe-GAD Trial, which explored dietary counselling and omega-3 supplementation for anxiety
Honours & Awards
- Robert Schad Leadership Scholarship, Awarded to a student with a GPA in the top 10% of their class, Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
- Leadership Award, Selected by faculty as the leadership recipient for graduating cohort, Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
Advanced Training
- Women’s Health Research Fellowship (2025–2026 Cohort, The Confident Clinician)
- Fertility Intensive (The Confident Clinician)
- The Basics of Prenatal Care Intensive (The Confident Clinician)
- Menopause Intensive (The Confident Clinician)
- PCOS Intensive (The Confident Clinician)
- Sports Medicine Update (The Confident Clinician)
- Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (The Confident Clinician)
Fun Facts
- I have two great loves outside of clinic life: my Golden Retriever, Prince, and a good cup of coffee. On weekends, you’ll often find us exploring local nature trails—coffee in hand, Prince by my side.
- I grew up in Peterborough, Ontario, in a hockey-loving family and spent much of my childhood on the ice, embracing the passion for the sport that runs in my family.
- During my undergraduate years, I was a proud member of the Trent Cross Country team. Running holds a special place in my heart and remains one of my favourite ways to stay active and clear my mind.
- I am all about balance, but I will admit I have a serious sweet tooth!
Meagan’s Research Publications
- Aucoin, M., LaChance, L., Wurff, I., McLaren, M.D, Monteiro, S., Miller, S., Jenkins, A., Sabri, E. and Cooley, K. (2024). Dietary Counselling Plus Omega-3 Supplementation in the Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Results of a Randomized Wait-list Controlled Pilot Trial (the ‘EASe-GAD Trial’). Nuts. Neurosci. 24, 1-14. doi: 10.1080/1028415X.2024.2403901
- Mirhosseini, N., Psihogios, A., McLaren, M.D. and Seely, D. (2023). Vitamin D & Multiple Myeloma: A Scoping Review. Curr. Oncol. 30(3), 3263-3276. doi: 10.3390/curroncol30030248
- Aucoin, M., Cardozo, V., McLaren M.D., Garber, A., Remy, D., Baker, J., Gratton, A., Ali Kala, M., Monteiro, S., Warder, C., Perciballi, A., and Cooley, K. (2021). A systematic review on the effects of Echinacea supplementation on cytokine levels: Is there a role in COVID-19? Metabol. Open, 100115. doi: 10.1015/j/metop.2021.100115
- McLaren, M.D., Mathavarajah, S., Kim, W., Yapp, E. and Huber, R.J. (2021). Aberrant autophagy impacts growth and cellular development in Dictyostelium knockout model of CLN5 disease. Front. Cell Dev. Biol. 9, 657406 plus supplementary data, doi: 10.3389/fcell.2021.65406
- McLaren, M.D., Mathavarajah, S. and Huber, R.J. (2019). Recent Insights into NCL Protein Function Using the Model Organism Dictyostelium discoideum. Cells 8(2), 115. doi: 10.3390/cells8020115
- Mathavarajah S., McLaren, M.D. and Huber, R.J. (2018). Cln3 function is linked to osmoregulation in a Dictyostelium model of Batten disease. Biochim. Biophys Acta Mol. Basis of Dis 1864(11), 3559-3573. doi: 10.1016/j.bbadis.2018.08.013
