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

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  • Where can I park during my treatment?

    There is street parking along Dupont St, as well as on Shaw St (perpendicular to Dupont) and also Melville Ave (just south of Dupont).

    You can find a map on the Clinic Location page.

  • Do I call you Daniel or T’agyol? What does T’agyol mean?

    I resonate strongly with both of my names, and use them interchangeably.

    T’agyol is my Dharma name, which I received when I took Buddhist Precepts in the Korean Zen tradition. It means “Harmonizing of Opposites and Conflict Resolution”.

  • Are there “take-home” tasks after a Zen Shiatsu treatment?

    Yes. If appropriate I recommend dietary changes, exercise, and breathing practices.

  • Does Zen Shiatsu use a lot of pressure?

    No. Zen Shiatsu treatments are a gentle pressure treatment, rather than an intense massage technique.

    The pressure used in Zen Shiatsu should not make the client “brace” against it. They should be able to relax around it and accept it into their tissues. When stronger or more intense pressure is required, it is deep and gentle rather than grinding and painful.

  • How much do herbs cost?

    The herbs used in my Kampo practice cost approximately $40-50 per two-week dosage.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Zen Shiatsu

    The Gentle Pressure and Holistic Healing of Zen Shiatsu

    Explore the gentle and precise application of pressure in Zen Shiatsu bodywork, unravelling its numerous benefits for physical and emotional health.

  • Herbal Medicine

    Treating Headache Symptoms with Kampo

    In this article, we will discuss the use of Kampo herbal formulas for headache treatment.