Raya Bernal
Registered Nurse (BScN)
Certified 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Registered Holistic Nutritionist
Lymphatic Drainage Specialist
Mission
To help clients take control of their health through holistic and mindful practices
Areas of Interest
Women’s hormonal health, metabolic health, lymphatic drainage and detoxification, holistic nutrition, yoga and IV multivitamins.
In-Clinic Visits Available
Training & Credentials
Raya has always had a deep interest in nutrition and wellness, which led her to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition (2008) from the University of Western Ontario. After graduating, she developed a passion for helping individuals with metabolic conditions—particularly diabetes—through both nutritional and clinical perspectives. This interest inspired her to return to school to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) (2011) from York University.
Raya has been a Registered Nurse for over 14 years and has worked in a variety of settings, including the ER, Birthing Unit, Mental Health, Community Care, and infusion clinics. Her interest in integrative medicine combined with her clinical background, motivated her to further her education by becoming a Holistic Nutritionist (Diploma, Valedictorian, 2019 – IHN) and a Certified Yoga Instructor (200HRS, Yoga Alliance, 2022).
As she integrated these modalities—such as IV therapy and movement—into her practice, Raya recognized that many clients continued to struggle with toxic buildup and impaired detoxification. This insight led her to pursue training in Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage (2025 – Toronto Lymphatic Academy), a healing modality that supports the nervous system, promotes calmness, and enhances the body’s natural detox pathways. This approach allows her clients to achieve better and longer-lasting results when combined with movement and a holistic diet.
Why I Love What I Do
Empowering women to live the best versions of their lives by giving them the knowledge and support they need to reach their health goals is what truly fuels my passion.
Career Highlights
Raya takes great pride in her experience working in a rural ER hospital at the beginning of her nursing career, where she served as the head nurse managing the unit under the remote supervision of an MD. This role strengthened her ability to work independently and deepened her clinical skills. She also cherished her time in the Birthing Unit, supporting women from diverse backgrounds through childbirth.
While living overseas in 2022, Raya had the opportunity to deepen her passion for holistic wellness and worked as a holistic nutritionist, and yoga teacher, participating in women’s wellness retreats and health-promotion initiatives.
Working with Raya
Raya conducts a thorough intake that considers a client’s medical history, lifestyle, diet, emotional well-being, and overall health to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. She provides customized recommendations and a tailored holistic health plan that includes mindful movement (yoga), aromatherapy, supplements and diet.