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

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  • Do you use oils or tools during Zen Shiatsu massage?

    Generally, no. I will occasionally apply liniments to acute strains, sparing, and fractures. However my best work comes directly through my hands, elbows, knees, and feet.

  • Will my herbal medicine remedy work on the first try?

    Sometimes, but not always. Some trial and error is to be anticipated in the initial prescription. Matching a formula to your situation is akin to a “lock and key”. The perfect formula opens up the solution for your problem.

  • Do I have to wear a mask during treatment?

    Masks are no longer required while you receive treatment. However, as Covid-19 and other airborne diseases are a reality, please evaluate yourself carefully before coming to treatment. If you do have a fever, chills, sore throat, sudden unexplained stuffy nose, respiratory difficulty, or other unexplained acute symptons, please cancel your appointment and stay home to get better.

  • Do I have to go to a store to pick up my herbs?

    No. Once a formula is determined, your granulated herbs will arrive by mail, typically within 3-5 days of your consultation.

  • Do the herbs have to be cooked?

    No. Your herbs will be delivered in granule form, much like instant coffee. They are very easy to take and only require adding hot water.

  • 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.

  • General

    Meridian Systems in Traditional East Asian Medicine

    Delve into meridian systems, exploring their historical roots, role in alternative health practices, and contemporary significance.

  • Newsletter

    The Daniel Adler Clinic Newsletter: Issue 18, Balance

    What if anxiety could be understood, not battled? T’agyol explores how Kampo medicine approaches anxiety through personalized constitutional patterns?

  • Zen Shiatsu

    What is Hara Diagnosis?

    In this article I explain hara, an abdominal diagnosis method used during the assessment phase of my Zen Shiatsu and acupuncture treatments.