Do I need a referral?

No. You do not need a referral to book an appointment with me. You can book directly for naturopathic care or pelvic floor therapy, whether you're looking for support with fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, endometriosis, pelvic pain or another health concern.

Can I see you virtually?

Yes. I offer virtual naturopathic appointments to patients across Ontario, as well as in-person appointments at Crafted Balance Clinic in Toronto. Some aspects of pelvic floor therapy require an in-person appointment, but we can often begin with education, symptom assessment and strategies virtually. If you're unsure which appointment makes the most sense, you're welcome to book a complimentary meet & greet first.

Can I work with you while I'm seeing a fertility clinic, OB, midwife or family doctor?

Absolutely. My care is designed to complement, not replace, the medical care you're already receiving. A big part of my role is helping you understand your testing, treatment options and recommendations, while identifying areas where additional support may be helpful. When appropriate and with your consent, I can also collaborate with other members of your healthcare team.

Do I need to have testing done before my first appointment?

No. Bring along any recent bloodwork, imaging, fertility testing or other relevant results you already have, but you don't need to arrange additional testing before we meet. We'll review what's already been investigated and decide together whether anything else would actually be useful. I don't believe in testing simply for the sake of having more information. Any testing I recommend should have a clear reason behind it and the potential to change how we approach your care.

Will I need to take a lot of supplements or change my diet?

Not necessarily - and that's definitely not the goal. I try to keep treatment plans focused, realistic and sustainable. Depending on what you're coming in for, recommendations might include nutrition, movement, sleep, supplements, medications, pelvic floor exercises or further investigation and referrals. If supplements are appropriate, we'll prioritize the ones that have a clear reason for being there. You shouldn't need an overflowing supplement cabinet or a highly restrictive diet to feel like you're taking your health seriously.

Is naturopathic care covered by insurance?

Many extended health insurance plans include coverage for naturopathic medicine, but coverage varies between plans. We offer direct billing for many insurance providers but if we aren't able to bill yours directly, you'll receive a receipt that you can submit to them. It's always a good idea to check your individual plan for your naturopathic coverage and any annual or per-visit limits.

How is pelvic floor therapy billed?

Because I provide pelvic floor therapy within my scope as a Naturopathic Doctor, appointments with me are billed as naturopathic medicine or "naturopathy" rather than physiotherapy. If you plan to submit your appointment to insurance, I recommend confirming that your plan includes naturopathic coverage and checking the details of your individual policy.

I'm not sure whether I need naturopathic care or pelvic floor therapy. What should I book?

You don't need to figure that out on your own. If your main concerns are fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy symptoms, nutrition, supplements or understanding testing and treatment options, a naturopathic appointment is usually a good place to start. If you are also looking for support with pelvic pain, painful sex, bladder symptoms, pregnancy-related pelvic concerns or birth preparation, pelvic floor therapy may be the better starting point so we can address your symptoms more fully. If you're still unsure, book a complimentary meet & greet and we can talk through your options before you schedule your first appointment.

Can I see you if I'm not trying to conceive?

Absolutely. You don't need to be trying to conceive or planning a pregnancy to work with me. Endometriosis, pelvic pain, painful periods, painful sex, bladder symptoms and pelvic floor concerns are a significant part of my practice in their own right.

Dr. Fiona Callender, Naturopathic Doctor and Pelvic Health Therapist

DR. FIONA CALLENDER, CO-OWNER & Fertility, Pregnancy and Pelvic Health Naturopathic Doctor IN TOronto

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DR. FIONA CALLENDER

Compassionate, evidence-based care for fertility, pregnancy, endometriosis, and pelvic pain.

Whether you’re building your family, trying to understand your hormones, preparing for birth, or living with persistent pelvic pain, my goal is to help you make sense of what your body is telling you.

I bring together naturopathic medicine and my additional training in pelvic health, so we can look at your symptoms as part of a bigger picture. The goal is that this doesn’t mean unnecessary testing, restrictive plans, or a never-ending supplement list.

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How Can I Support You?

Reproductive and pelvic health shift through different stages of life, and the reason you come to see me may change along the way. Wherever you are right now is where your care starts.

Trying to Conceive

Cycle concerns, PCOS, endometriosis, fertility testing, preconception, IVF/IUI support and male-factor fertility. Explore Fertility Care →

Pregnant or Postpartum

Pregnancy symptoms, nutrition, exercise, pelvic health, preparing for birth and postpartum recovery. Explore Pregnancy Care →

Living with Pelvic Pain

Endometriosis, painful periods, painful sex, vulvodynia, vaginismus, bladder symptoms and chronic pelvic pain. Explore Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain →

My Approach To Care

I believe healthcare should feel collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence, without adding to the overwhelm. There’s so much conflicting health information out there, and it’s all often just a scroll away. Part of my job is to help you cut through that online noise and land on a plan that fits into your actual life.

My patients often tell me that our appointments are the first time they’ve felt truly heard - creating this space means a lot to me. Nothing is too personal or “too much information” in my office. I want you to feel safe asking the questions you’ve been holding onto, and to leave understanding more about your body than when you walked in. This is your care, and you deserve a real seat at the table.

I’m not interested in chasing perfect or optimizing every corner of your health. We’ll focus on getting to know your body and your symptoms, and on building tools you can keep using for years to come. Sometimes that looks like going through your bloodwork or fertility testing together. Sometimes it’s a few small changes to food or exercise, a simpler supplement routine, or a conversation about medication alongside other options. Sometimes the right answer is more investigation or a referral.

If you already have a family doctor, OB, midwife, fertility clinic, or even a physiotherapist, I’m not here to replace them. I’m here to fill in the gaps, help you make sense of your options, and work alongside the rest of your team.

The best plan is the one that meets you where you are and gently moves you toward where you want to be.

Why pelvic health became part of my practice

The more time I spent with patients working through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum, the more I noticed how often pelvic health was part of the story, even when it wasn’t why they first booked.

Patients with endometriosis weren’t just navigating fertility. Many were living with pain that affected how they exercised, intimacy with their partner, and their everyday lives. Fertility patients were told to time sex while (often, silently) dealing with pain. Pregnant patients had questions about their changing bodies, their pelvic floor health, and preparing for birth, and often didn’t know where to ask. Postpartum, so many were left wondering what recovery was actually supposed to feel like.

None of these concerns live in separate or isolated boxes, and I didn’t want to treat them like they did. That’s what led me to pursue further training in pelvic health, and why pelvic pain and endometriosis have grown into such an important part of my practice. My patients needed somewhere to talk about the whole picture, with someone who understands how it all connects.

My approach to pelvic floor therapy goes beyond the muscles alone. We’ll look at how breathing, movement, your nervous system, daily habits, and your overall health all shape how you’re feeling. Treatment is individualized, trauma-informed, and always guided by your comfort level.

Credentials

I studied kinesiology at the University of Toronto while competing in track and field at the national level, then earned my Doctor of Naturopathy at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. I believe good clinicians keep learning, keep questioning, and keep evolving. As the research grows, our approach should grow with it!

In good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario
Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN)
Pelvic Health Solutions training in urinary incontinence, trauma-informed pelvic pain care, pregnancy and pelvic girdle pain, labour and birth preparation, and running-related pelvic floor concerns

Outside The Clinic

You'll usually find me moving in some way. After many years as a competitive runner, I've recently traded one sport for three and am embracing the challenge of triathlon training!

Not sure where to start?

You don't need to have everything figured out before your first appointment. If you're wondering whether my approach is a good fit for what you're navigating, a complimentary meet & greet is a chance to ask questions and learn more about how I can support you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. You do not need a referral to book an appointment with me. You can book directly for naturopathic care or pelvic floor therapy, whether you're looking for support with fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, endometriosis, pelvic pain or another health concern.
Yes. I offer virtual naturopathic appointments to patients across Ontario, as well as in-person appointments at Crafted Balance Clinic in Toronto.
Some aspects of pelvic floor therapy require an in-person appointment, but we can often begin with education, symptom assessment and strategies virtually. If you're unsure which appointment makes the most sense, you're welcome to book a complimentary meet & greet first.
Absolutely. My care is designed to complement, not replace, the medical care you're already receiving.
A big part of my role is helping you understand your testing, treatment options and recommendations, while identifying areas where additional support may be helpful. When appropriate and with your consent, I can also collaborate with other members of your healthcare team.
No. Bring along any recent bloodwork, imaging, fertility testing or other relevant results you already have, but you don't need to arrange additional testing before we meet.
We'll review what's already been investigated and decide together whether anything else would actually be useful. I don't believe in testing simply for the sake of having more information. Any testing I recommend should have a clear reason behind it and the potential to change how we approach your care.
Not necessarily - and that's definitely not the goal.
I try to keep treatment plans focused, realistic and sustainable. Depending on what you're coming in for, recommendations might include nutrition, movement, sleep, supplements, medications, pelvic floor exercises or further investigation and referrals.
If supplements are appropriate, we'll prioritize the ones that have a clear reason for being there. You shouldn't need an overflowing supplement cabinet or a highly restrictive diet to feel like you're taking your health seriously.
Many extended health insurance plans include coverage for naturopathic medicine, but coverage varies between plans. We offer direct billing for many insurance providers but if we aren’t able to bill yours directly, you'll receive a receipt that you can submit to them.
It's always a good idea to check your individual plan for your naturopathic coverage and any annual or per-visit limits.
Because I provide pelvic floor therapy within my scope as a Naturopathic Doctor, appointments with me are billed as naturopathic medicine or “naturopathy” rather than physiotherapy.
If you plan to submit your appointment to insurance, I recommend confirming that your plan includes naturopathic coverage and checking the details of your individual policy.
You don't need to figure that out on your own.
If your main concerns are fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy symptoms, nutrition, supplements or understanding testing and treatment options, a naturopathic appointment is usually a good place to start.
If you are also looking for support with pelvic pain, painful sex, bladder symptoms, pregnancy-related pelvic concerns or birth preparation, pelvic floor therapy may be the better starting point so we can address your symptoms more fully.
If you're still unsure, book a complimentary meet & greet and we can talk through your options before you schedule your first appointment.
Absolutely. You don't need to be trying to conceive or planning a pregnancy to work with me. Endometriosis, pelvic pain, painful periods, painful sex, bladder symptoms and pelvic floor concerns are a significant part of my practice in their own right.

Are you a healthcare provider looking to refer? Here is my professional referral form. Please also feel free to email hello@craftedbalanceclinic.com if you would like to connect.