Carol grew up near London, England, moved to the north for college where after three years of teacher training, mountaineering, caving and several car renovations later, she returned south to teach for a number of years. Carol�s family travelled Europe over many summers, so it wasn't a surprise when adventures wider afield took her to Kenya. She taught at two schools there which changed her views on what's important and really necessary, became involved in the East Africa Safari Rally, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and enjoyed every level of experience that it threw at her. She then met and married a rugby player!

Now settled in Canada with two sons, a menagerie of critters to rival Dr Doolittle and the ubiquitous mini van, she is very much a multicultural Canadian family of four flags - everyone born in a different country. Carol is committed to her involvement in early years literacy programmes in elementary schools and handles the 'behind the scenes' role of her family business in between our support of travel soccer and chess tournaments. One calendar isn't enough to cope with her busy family life as it is certainly full and active!

LISA CLEMENTS, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine


After graduating from the University of Guelph with an honours degree in Biomedical Sciences, Lisa attended the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) in Toronto. While in Toronto, Lisa gained valuable clinical experience at the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, as well as the Sherbourne Health Centre. Lisa has received additional training in immunodeficiency states by having the opportunity to practice at a Toronto clinic that specializes in the care of patients living with HIV. She is now practicing full-time at the St. Jacobs Naturopathic Clinic and is happy to be back in a smaller community.

Lisa has been actively involved throughout her educational experiences and professional career, volunteering in her local community as well as abroad. She gives frequent lectures to the community on various health topics and participates in health fairs educating the public, as well as other health care practitioners, on the benefits of naturopathic medicine. In addition, she is a member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors.

Lisa has a general practice, open to all family members. She is passionate about naturopathic medicine and is dedicated to providing the community with high quality, natural health care.

LISA LAWS
Clinic Receptionist


Lisa was born in Nova Scotia and moved to the Kitchener/ Waterloo area when she was young. Now living in Kitchener with her husband and two young daughters, Lisa looks forward to every opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and adventures with their trailer! Lisa has a passion for photography and her portfolio includes portraits, weddings and every chance to capture magnificent scenery.

Lisa enjoys living a healthy lifestyle and is happy to be a member of the St. Jacobs Naturopathic Clinic team.

RAZA SHAH, ND
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine


Raza Shah is a naturopathic doctor and clinical director at the St. Jacobs Naturopathic Clinic. Upon graduating from the University of Waterloo in Pre-Optometry in 1998 he went on to the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2001 where he earned his designation as a naturopathic doctor. He then returned to Woolwich Township in Rural Ontario where he spent his youth growing up to set up a multidisciplinary practice where he works with a massage therapist, reflexologist and a certified nutritional practitioner. Not only does Raza manage his own busy practice but he also collaborates with medical doctors, chiropractors and massage therapists in Listowel, located in North Perth Ontario, where he maintains a successful satellite clinic. Raza has a general naturopathic practice, with the aim of preventative family medicine that includes all ages. He is passionate about all aspects of naturopathic medicine and uses a wide array of treatment modalities so that his patients can achieve optimal health.

In addition to managing both an active and successful practice Raza is a frequent lecturer for the Upper Grand District School Board, Conestoga College and the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine where he lectures on a wide variety of health care topics to students, the general public and fellow health care professionals. He has also been a keynote speaker for several charity initiatives ranging locally, for the Listowel Memorial Hospital, and internationally, for the World Federation Charities, a Non-Governmental Organization registered with the United Nations.

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Tricia Brubacher RMT, RRPr, BA
Registered Massage Therapist
Registered Reflexology Practitioner
Bachelor of Arts


In 2003, Tricia graduated from the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy and became registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (provincial health regulatory body)

Her practice consists of relaxation and treatment Swedish Massage Therapy, including Pregnancy Massage. Benefits of Massage Therapy include; pain relief, reduced anxiety, increased mobility, and improved sleep.

Reflexology is another modality she offers; which is the healing art of applying pressure to reflexes in the feet which correspond to every part of the body. Reflexology relieves tension, improves circulation, and helps to promote the natural function of the related areas of the body.