Dr. Sheila Dyer, ND

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Dr. Sheila Dyer, ND Naturopathic Doctor working in Guelph and Toronto.

10/19/2026

Is it burnout? Is it perimenopause? Sometimes it’s hard to tell where one ends and the other begins.

But most people who come to see me aren’t particularly concerned about which one is responsible. They just want to feel better.

And one of the first steps is taking a look at where your energy is going.

What’s depleting you? What’s energizing you? And how much room are you actually making for the things that fill you back up?

It sounds simple, but when you’re caught in the thick of it, these things can be really hard to see.

Sometimes we’re so focused on everything that’s draining us that we forget to make room for what gives us energy. Other times, it’s the stories we tell ourselves: “I should be able to handle this” or “I don’t have a choice.”

And sometimes we need someone else to help us figure it out.

Tag in your therapist. Tag me in.

If you’re feeling stuck and don’t know where to start, book an appointment through the link in my bio. We’ll figure out that first step together.

Can you be in perimenopause even if your periods are still regular?It's a question worth asking.We often think of irregu...
10/09/2026

Can you be in perimenopause even if your periods are still regular?

It's a question worth asking.

We often think of irregular periods and hot flashes as the first signs of perimenopause. But for some women, the changes are much less obvious.

Maybe you're not sleeping as well as you used to. You're more irritable, your PMS has gotten worse, or you're finding it harder to concentrate.

And because life is busy, it's easy to explain these things away as stress, aging, or simply having too much on your plate.

The tricky part? Sometimes it is stress. Sometimes hormones are contributing. And sometimes there are several things happening at once.

That's why I think taking the time to look at the whole picture matters.

You don't need to have all the answers before asking questions. That's what we're here to figure out together.

I offer naturopathic care in Guelph, Toronto and virtually across Ontario.

If you'd like some help teasing out the knots, you can book a free 15-minute consultation through the link in my bio.

10/01/2026

Sometimes progress is hard to see when you’re the one living it.

I was recently talking with a patient about how she’d been feeling through perimenopause. She told me she was having a hard time knowing whether things were actually getting better.

But as we talked through where she had started, what had changed, and what she was experiencing now, the progress became much easier to see.

Sometimes you’re simply too close to it.

That’s one of the things I value about regular assessment: it gives us a chance to step back, look at the bigger picture, and notice changes that can be easy to miss from day to day.

Because progress isn’t always dramatic. Sometimes it’s sleeping a little better. Feeling more like yourself. Having fewer difficult days. Or realizing that something that used to feel overwhelming… doesn’t anymore.

Sometimes you need someone else to help you see the forest for the trees.

If you’re looking for that bigger-picture view of your own health, feel free to reach out. We can talk through where you’re at.

Healthcare doesn't have to be all or nothing.You can take medication AND work on your nutrition. You can value conventio...
09/25/2026

Healthcare doesn't have to be all or nothing.

You can take medication AND work on your nutrition. You can value conventional medicine AND explore complementary approaches. You can want to improve your health without completely overhauling your life.

I think we sometimes get caught up in the idea that there's one right way to approach our health. But good healthcare leaves room for nuance, flexibility and individual needs.

As a naturopathic doctor, I see my role as helping you make sense of your options, understand the evidence and find an approach that works for you.

This is my gentle push back against black and white thinking as well as perfectionism. My patients are reading this and nodding their heads or grinning, because they know I like to pull them back from extremes.

Come meet me in the messy middle.

Book a free 15-min consultation to see if we are a good fit. Link in bio.

Proof that I do occasionally take my own advice about rest and slowing down 😂🌲New camping gear is ready, vacation has of...
08/14/2026

Proof that I do occasionally take my own advice about rest and slowing down 😂🌲

New camping gear is ready, vacation has officially begun, and I’m trading work mode for campfires, fresh air, and hopefully some very good sleeps.

Gone camping ⛺️✌️

Perimenopause is finally having a moment.It’s in podcasts. On social media. Celebrities are talking about it. Women are ...
08/11/2026

Perimenopause is finally having a moment.

It’s in podcasts. On social media. Celebrities are talking about it. Women are comparing notes with their friends.

And yet, many women walk into their doctor’s office and still hear:

“Your bloodwork is normal.”
“You’re too young.”
“Just wait and see.”
“It’s probably stress.”

The conversation around perimenopause has moved forward quickly. Unfortunately, the care women receive hasn’t caught up.

You deserve more than simply being told everything is “normal.” You deserve someone who understands the transition you’re in and can help you figure out what to do next.

Have you noticed the gap between what you’re hearing about perimenopause and the care you’re actually receiving?

08/07/2026

So many women are told no when they ask about hormone therapy.

But a “no” doesn’t make the symptoms disappear.

At my recent perimenopause talk, we talked about one of the biggest frustrations I hear from women: trying to get help, asking about HRT, and feeling like the conversation gets shut down before it even starts.

HRT isn’t right for everyone. But every woman deserves an evidence-based conversation about her symptoms, her risks, her preferences, and her options.

Perimenopause care should be individualized and symptom-led—not based on outdated assumptions about what perimenopause is supposed to look like.

If you’ve ever felt unheard when asking for help with perimenopause, you’re definitely not the only one.

Save this or share it with someone who needs to hear it. 💜

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Disorienting. Overwhelming. Exhausting.These words do not describe a place I want to be.These are the words I hear from ...
07/30/2026

Disorienting. Overwhelming. Exhausting.

These words do not describe a place I want to be.

These are the words I hear from women trying to describe how they feel before we start working together.

Perimenopause isn't just about hot flashes. It can affect your sleep, mood, memory, energy, periods, metabolism, and sense of self. And because the symptoms often seem unrelated, many women spend years wondering what's wrong.

If you've been feeling unlike yourself, you're not alone—and you don't have to navigate this transition alone either.

Join me for a free educational talk where we'll connect the dots, separate myth from fact, and talk about practical ways to support your health through perimenopause.

📅 Wednesday, August 5
🕢 7:45 PM
📍 Norfolk Chiropractic & Wellness Centre

Only 2 spots left! Reserve your seat with the front desk.

✨ Understanding what's happening is the first step toward feeling like yourself again.

07/17/2026

The biggest mistake I see women make during perimenopause isn’t ignoring their symptoms, it’s believing they have to fix everything at once.

I understand why.

When you’re not sleeping, your mood feels off, you’re forgetting words, or wondering why you don’t feel like yourself anymore, it’s natural to want to tackle every symptom all at once.

I also see this leading to feeling overwhelmed.

You don’t need the perfect diet or supplement. You need a place to start.

This is what I offer in my perimenopause compass program. Let’s figure out where we can have the most impact and skip the overwhelm.

If this sounds interesting to you, I’d love to see you at my Beyond Hot Flashes Talk Aug 5th at Norfolk chiropractic and wellness centre.

Contact the clinic to reserve your spot.

Ever feel like you're doing all the "right" things... and still not feeling like yourself?You're eating better.Taking su...
07/16/2026

Ever feel like you're doing all the "right" things... and still not feeling like yourself?

You're eating better.
Taking supplements.
Trying to exercise.
Listening to podcasts.
Scrolling social media for answers.

And somehow... you're more overwhelmed than when you started.

Here's what I want you to know:

✨ You don't have to do everything.

Perimenopause isn't a checklist to complete or a race to find the "perfect" supplement.

It's a transition. And every woman experiences it differently.

The key isn't doing more—it's knowing where to start.

That's the idea behind my Perimenopause Compass. Instead of trying to tackle everything at once, we identify the areas having the biggest impact on your health and create a plan that feels realistic, personalized, and sustainable.

If you're ready to stop guessing and start understanding what's happening in your body, I'd love to see you at my free "Beyond Hot Flashes" talk on August 5 at Norfolk Chiropractic & Wellness Centre.

📍 Space is limited. Reserve your seat through the clinic.

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86 Norfolk Street
Guelph, ON

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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+14165545135

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