Relieve pain, reduce stress, and quicken rehabilitation with veteran Toronto practitioner Daniel (T’agyol) Adler.

Herbal Medicine + Zen Shiatsu + Acupuncture

Welcome to Daniel Adler Clinic

I offer my services as an experienced and certified practitioner of traditional East Asian medicine (TEAM) based in Toronto, Ontario.

In my practice I work with individuals seeking alternative medicine options to facilitate self-healing and to overcome illness and disease.

As a TEAM practitioner I use herbal remedies and the techniques of Zen Shiatsu bodywork and acupuncture to help you restore balance and harmony to your body and mind.

I am here when you’re ready. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

– Daniel Adler

Your Treatment Options

The traditional East Asian medicine treatments I offer have been used for centuries. Like all forms of medicine, TEAM is constantly evolving, developing, and improving.

  • Kampo Herbal Medicine

    Kampo herbal medicine is a traditional Japanese system that uses natural plant-based remedies to promote health, support specific health concerns, and maintain overall well-being.
  • Zen Shiatsu Bodywork

    Zen Shiatsu massage uses finger, hand, elbow, foot, and knee pressure to improve energy flow and bring balance to the body. It can reduce stress, assist with rehab, and promote wellness.
  • Acupuncture + Zen Shiatsu

    Whether you are seeking relief from acute or chronic pain or wish to relax and unwind, acupuncture combined with Zen Shiatsu can be an effective and enjoyable complement to your self-care routine.

About Daniel

Born in South Africa, Daniel Adler has been living and practicing alternative medicine in Toronto since the late 1990s.

Meet Daniel

Session Rates

Find details about the fees associated with Daniel’s TEAM treatments, along with info on session options.

Rates / Pricing

Practice Location

Daniel practices at the Dupont Naturopathic Family Centre, located at 789 Dupont Street in Toronto’s Old City.

Clinic Info

Experience the benefits of traditional East Asian medicine

Connect with Daniel to explore personalized therapies that support your physical and mental well-being.

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  • Is there more than one herbal formula for a single condition?

    Yes. Often there may be more than one formula that can be chosen for your condition. Depending on your constitution, one of these may be effective while others may not.

    Generally “hitting the target” happens after the initial consultation and you will feel some positive improvement. To “hit the bullseye” may take a second or third try. Once the correct formula is arrived at, we won’t change it until the condition is resolved.

  • Will my extended benefits cover your services?

    It depends on the specific extended health benefits plan that you have. Some extended health benefits plans cover traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioners, while others do not. Some plans cover all of my services, others cover only some, for example acupuncture but not herbal medicine.

    It is your responsibility to check with your insurance provider to find out what is covered under your specific plan.

  • Can herbal medicine help with my menstruation issues?

    Yes! When working with women with menstrual concerns, fertility, and other gynaecological issues, it is not uncommon to prescribe three or four formulas to be taken at different stages of your cycle.

    See more information about herbal medicine and menstruation here.

  • How often do you recommend an acupuncture treatment?

    The frequency of your acupuncture treatments will be directly related to the severity of the issue we are addressing.

    For example, if your problem is acute and severe, treatments might be as frequent as every two days until resolved.

  • What happens during a herbal consultation?

    Herbal consultations involve many questions plus tongue, pulse, and abdominal assessment to arrive at a remedy. Your initial consultation lasts 75 minutes, and follow-up sessions are 1 hour.

    You can learn more by reading my article, What to Expect: Daniel’s Herbal Medicine Process.

  • Can herbal medicine be taken when following vegetarian, vegan, and other specialised diets?

    Yes! All of your dietary needs will be discussed and considered during our assessment, however these herbs are safe for all dietary restrictions.

  • General

    Interpreting the Coloured Pain Scale

    Learn the different zone levels of pain that can be associated on a numbered, coloured scale to help determine your state of body-mind.

  • Acupuncture

    Insights on Acupuncture from Eastern and Western Medicine

    See how shared mechanics between Eastern and Western perspectives point to the vast therapeutic potential of acupuncture.

  • Newsletter

    Issue 14: Stay Golden — Adler Clinic Newsletter

    From South African slang to Zulu blessings and Buddhist practice, T’agyol shares why “Stay Golden” is his favourite sign-off—and how shiatsu can help you feel steadier, brighter, and more at ease.