Our patients are a constant source of joy, inspiration and motivation. They are the reason we do what we do. Experience some of their stories, get motivated and find out more about what is possible.
For patients, as others have started to already, if you’re inspired to contribute to the “Get Inspired” page—with your story, quote or words of encouragement—we welcome your emails and will be very honored to post your new contributions each month.
“…I came to Dr. Diane Chung’s office based on a referral from my sister-in-law. I had been feeling very low in energy, mildly depressed and thought that my hormones were likely out of whack due to being perimenopausal (I’m 47 years old). I had also recently lost my father, and my mother before that, which had left me feeling a certain “heaviness” that I could not seem to leave behind. I had never been to a naturopathic doctor before so I wasn’t sure what to expect. During our first visit, Diane took the time to go through a thorough physical and emotional history. Right from the beginning I felt that I was in good hands - Diane’s interested and caring demeanour was very reassuring. After our “intake” interview, Diane reviewed some of the techniques she would use to help rebalance my body. I have to say that I was doubtful at first given that some of the techniques were new to me, and so, I wasn’t sure if they would work. I guess I had expected to just get some supplements to help my situation. Shortly after starting to see Diane I felt so much better that it was hard to believe the effects would be long lasting, and not just some fluke. In fact though, I continue to feel much more balanced and happy as the weeks go on, and continue to see Diane to keep things in check. I look forward to every visit with her and feel confident that she will continue to have a very positive impact on my mind and body.”
Carla H., Marketing Executive, Toronto, ON
…"From the care and guidance I have received from Dr. Chung, I have come to realize that by using my own body's energy, I have been able to return from lifelong chronic illness to a feeling of well being, vitality, peace and balance. I now understand that many of my physical ailments have root causes in my emotions. These emotions, over time, accumulate in my body and can cuase pain and disease. The physical and emotional body work Dr. Chung has done on me targets my emotions and not just my symptoms thus restoring good health and bringing my body back into harmony. My sincerest thanks for all the progress she has helped me to achieve."
Carol L., Toronto, ON
…“A year ago I was unemployed, severely depressed, suffering from semi constant panic attacks, becoming increasingly agoraphobic, angry (though I didn't know why), in constant inexplicable pain, as close as I'd ever like to be to losing the man in my life, had little to no self esteem/worth to speak of and had NO idea how I was going to get back on track”….
“We did tons of body work and counselling and I'm not saying I'm perfect, but I am not the same person. Today I am on the verge of a new career, haven't had a panic attack in months, seriously doubt depression is something I'm going to have to worry about again, have an explanation for every pain and ache other doctors said weren't really there…”
“Within weeks of meeting Diane and understanding the type of work she can do and what a difference it can make in a person's life, I 'enlisted' my mother, sister, best friend and my two god daughters, and my brother. They all see her now and are doing just as great in their lives and individual paths with Diane's help”…“if you're just learning about natural medicine and are not sure, stay on this path and let Diane help guide you it's no accident you're reading this now; and if its someone that's been going to Diane for weeks or years and knows what her work and guidance can do, pass it on to whoever will listen... she's too great a gift not to share.”… “My first appointment with Dr. Diane Chung and an open mind to natural medicine is the best gift I ever gave myself.”
Leslie D., Real Estate Agent, Toronto, ON
“I have been a patient of Diane's for a just over a year now, and have experienced drastic personal changes as a result of my sessions with her. Her knowledge, techniques, and treatments have reached the source of my problems and set me on the fast-track towards healing and transformation. I have become happier and more balanced in my life, more aware of the needs of my body, and have begun to understand and bridge the connection between my emotional and physical well-being. Diane creates a warm and confidential environment, and her caring and attentiveness makes me feel comfortable expressing my deepest feelings and concerns. I never imagined that I would actually look forward to going to the doctor. I have recommended her to everyone I know.”
Jessica R., Actor, Windsor, ON
“I came to Dr. Diane Chung in late April with many concerns regarding my physical health and overall wellness. I was unhinged by a virus I had encountered in late November and had since seen my personality, relationship with others and optimism towards the future slip away. I was almost certain that life would never be as it was again, which in turn sent me into quite a nasty spiral into depression. I had horrible headaches that I questioned as possible signs of a brain tumor, I could barely speak, and my energy levels were at an all time low. In approximately one month of receiving BodyTalk treatments from Dr. Chung I am astounded to say that all these ailments that once plagued me have disappeared. Not only do I recognize myself once again, I can say with certainty that I feel better than I did even before things turned ugly. I am very much in charge and can look forward to a future I know will be good, all while enjoying the present, all thanks to the good Doctor.”
William A., Student, Kingston, ON
“The day I booked my first appointment with Diane Chung, my life changed forever. I have hated going to doctors for most of my life and had learned to live with chronic health problems. Never before had I been to a doctor that was able to treat me as an individual and not a case study. It's been three years now and I'm drastically a different person. She has taught me how to listen to my body, to love it and understand how to keep it healthy and alive. I owe her my happiness. I'll never go to anyone else again.”
Rebecca R., Film Maker, Toronto, ON
