Dr. Thara Vayali, ND, is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, yoga teacher, and health educator based in Vancouver, BC. With over a decade of clinical experience, she specializes in women’s health, hormonal balance, gastrointestinal concerns, immune health, and musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Vayali combines evidence-based naturopathic medicine with a collaborative approach, emphasizing lifestyle counseling, nutrition, and body literacy to empower her patients. Her practice is rooted in transparency and practicality – she avoids selling supplements directly and focuses on guiding patients toward sustainable health solutions. Known for her investigative approach and empathetic care, she seeks to co-create lasting wellness with her patients. Dr. Vayali is also a sought-after contributor to both scientific and popular media publications. Her work has been featured in NDNR, where she explored the complexities of menstrual bleeding, hormonal shifts, perimenopause and their clinical challenges for naturopathic physicians. She has written extensively on topics such as adrenal health and resilience for publications like The Midst, Oprah Daily, and The Cut and has shared her expertise on podcasts such as The Craft and Cramped, addressing women’s wellbeing, hormone and menstrual management, and the evolution of healthcare. As a speaker and writer, she advocates for body literacy, empathy in healthcare, and the integration of evidence-based practices into accessible wellness solutions. Passionate about movement arts and nature, she integrates these elements into her holistic approach to mind-body medicine.