Meet Dr. Vanessa Yu, ND

Naturopathic Doctor at Foundations Naturopathic Health in New Westminster, BC

My Approach to Care

I believe in creating a supportive, collaborative environment where you feel truly heard. My goal is to help you understand your health, feel confident in the decisions you make, and move toward greater wellbeing at a pace that feels right for you.

Every person is different, which means every treatment plan should be too. I take time to understand your health history, lifestyle, and values so we can shape a care plan that supports your day-to-day life—not complicate it.

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Areas of Focus

Below are some of the areas I commonly support in practice. This list is not exhaustive, but it reflects the types of concerns people often bring to their naturopathic visits with me.

Digestive Health

Supporting concerns such as bloating, IBS, constipation, heartburn, and food sensitivities, with a focus on gentle, sustainable improvements.

Stress & Burnout

Helping you recognize patterns, restore energy, and find practical ways to improve emotional resilience.

Sleep Support

Addressing difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking unrefreshed with a whole-person approach.

Pain, Tension & Mobility

I offer both acupuncture and Bowen Therapy to support soft-tissue tension, chronic pain, and musculoskeletal discomfort.
(Bowen Therapy information page coming soon.)

Treatment Options I Provide

My goal is to offer evidence-informed care using a combination of traditional healing systems and modern naturopathic medicine.

Naturopathic Medicine

Comprehensive visits that explore your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals to create a tailored treatment plan.

Acupuncture (Traditional Chinese Medicine)

Offered at Foundations. Acupuncture helps support pain, digestion, stress, sleep, hormonal balance, and overall wellness.

Bowen Therapy

A gentle, hands-on treatment for soft-tissue tension, nervous-system regulation, and chronic pain.

Lifestyle & Nutritional Support

Practical and realistic guidance for nutrition, stress management, sleep strategies, and daily routines.

Herbal & Supplement Recommendations

Thoughtfully selected options when helpful, keeping treatments safe, targeted, and purposeful.

Why I Became a Naturopathic Doctor

I’ve always been drawn to a style of care that looks at the full picture—physical, mental, and emotional. Naturopathic medicine allows me to work in a way that honours the individuality of each person and supports genuine, sustainable change.

I value listening deeply, asking meaningful questions, and empowering patients with clear, understandable information so they can feel confident in their health journey.

Education and Credentials

Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) — Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) – Boucher Campus
Bachelor of Arts (Environmental Studies, Fine Arts) — Mt. Allison University
Additional training in manual therapies, including Bowen Therapy and Acupuncture, and psychotherapy, including Integrative Body Psychotherapy