Hi, I’m Irina Barnes, a Nutritional Therapist (DipNT CNM, CNHC) registered with the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners, and I’m here to help you find a nourishing path to health and vitality.

As a mom of two amazing daughters—12-year-old Chloe and 8-year-old Elise—I understand the everyday struggles and triumphs of caring for family health. My passion for nutrition, however, began long before I officially trained as a therapist. My mother, a talented cook, taught me to respect food’s power and to choose ingredients with care. Inspired by her, I graduated from the world-renowned Le Cordon Bleu, and I’ve carried that love of quality food with me ever since.

But my true journey into nutrition didn’t start until my own family faced serious health challenges. When my daughters developed eczema and asthma, and I was struggling with severe postpartum depression, exhaustion, and cognitive issues, I realized that conventional treatments weren’t enough. So, I turned to food. I began to explore how food could nurture, heal, and renew us, and in the process, I transformed my understanding of wellness.

At 44, I embraced my calling and trained as a Nutritional Therapist at The College of Naturopathic Medicine. Now, I work with a holistic, personalized approach to health that goes beyond symptom management. Functional medicine focuses on discovering the root causes of issues rather than simply masking symptoms with medication. Through one-on-one consultations, I strive to uncover the underlying factors affecting your health and provide a customized nutrition and lifestyle plan to help you reach your optimal well-being.

I believe that by understanding how genetics, diet, environment, and lifestyle all work together, we can greatly improve our health and enjoy a richer, healthier life. If you’re ready to explore how nutrition can make a transformative difference in your life, I’d love to guide you on your journey to wellness!