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 Zen Shiatsu only for physical relief?

    No. While Zen Shiatsu is wonderful for offering relief to physical ailments, I have helped many clients with depression, nervousness and anxiety, insomnia, anger and frustration, worry, and grief.

  • 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.

  • What do the herbs taste like?

    They may be bitter, sour, woody, or rooty. Sometimes they don’t taste great, but they are by no means terrible!

  • Are medicinal herbs safe to be used in conjunction with modern pharmaceuticals?

    Yes, except when explicitly understood not to. Then absolutely not. This is another reason to never explore herbal medicine on your own.

  • What happens during my Zen Shiatsu session?

    Every Zen Shiatsu session differs depending on the needs and issues of the client I am working with.

    However, there are common phases that occur, which you can learn about by reading my article, “What to Expect During a Zen Shiatsu Treatment”.

  • Are acupuncture needles sterile and safe?

    Absolutely. I use only high quality Japanese needles which come straight from the factory and are opened in front of you. Points are sterilized with alcohol. Needles are disposed of in a biohazard box and are never reused.

  • Newsletter

    Issue 11: Abundance — Adler Clinic Newsletter

    T’agyol talks about how summer’s warmth can inspire more openness, connection, and kindness, even in uncertain times.

  • 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.

  • Newsletter

    Issue 13: Context — Adler Clinic Newsletter

    T’agyol unpacks the importance of context in treatment, shares a coffee shop story that might sound familiar, and explains the difference between Traditional Asian Acupuncture and dry needling.