Dr. Kyle Maynard – Naturopathic Doctor

Kyle The Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Kyle Maynard, ND is one of the co-owners of Horizons Holistic Health Clinic. He has worked along side Dr. Michelle Decker, ND since opening in October 2016.

Known for his curiosity and creativity, Dr. Kyle takes a whole-body approach to care. When focusing on a specific concern, he looks for deeper connections and underlying causes for the most effective treatment. He believes in educating his patients, often using stories to explain the factors influencing their health. In his view, treatment is more successful when patients understand the reasons behind it.

Dr. Kyle recognizes the limitations of testing and supplements and generally takes a conservative approach to recommending them. As step five in the therapeutic order, he considers nutrition and supplementation within the broader context—taking into account when and for whom they are most appropriate. He believes that building personal awareness and establishing proper foundations of health are the first steps toward better health.

Whether you need an overall assessment, specific diagnosis, or targeted treatments to address stubborn or complex issues, Kyle will help develop a plan that matches your goals, values, and lifestyle.

As a naturopathic doctor he is well versed in managing and treating various medical concerns regarding the digestion, heart, lungs, hormones, diabetes, allergies and sensitivities. However, he has three areas of focus:

  1. Brain and Mood health – ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, insomnia
  2. Physical conditions – arthritis, radiculopathy, sprains/strains, low back pain, tendinopathy, tendonitis, neuropathy, bursitis, fasciitis, osteopenia/ osteoporosis, fractures, and pre- and post- surgical healing. I often use a range of modalities for this including Bioflex Low Level Laser Therapy.
  3. The “undiagnosed” – He enjoys the mystery and the investigation. He is curious, he will believe you, he has time for you, and he will listen.

EDUCATION:

  1. Bachelor of Science in Chemical Biology at Thompson Rivers University (Major in Chemical Biology)
  2. Master of Science In Neuroscience from University of British Columbia (main area of study was Neuroendocrinology)
  3. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine (Registrant in good standing with the CCHPBC and a member of the BCND and CAND)
  4. Instructor at Canadian School of Natural Nutrition for 8 years (2017-2025) – Courses taught were Biochemistry, Brain Nutrition and Research in Nutrition.

Select Continuing Education Courses:

Brain Health

  • Integrative Medicine for ADHD
  • Integrative Medicine for Binge-Eating Disorder
  • Integrative Medicine for Bipolar
  • Integrative Medicine for Depression
  • Biological Models for Suicide Prevention
  • Positive Neuroplasticity – Rick Hansen PhD

Physical Medicine

  • Qualified Professional Laser Therapist by Meditech International
  • Advanced Laser Therapy Training for the Cervical Spine
  • Advanced Laser Therapy Training for Nerve Healing (Trigeminal Neuralgia, Bell’s Palsy, Lumbar Radiculopathy)
  • Advanced Laser Therapy Training for concussions
  • Licensed to practice Acupuncture through the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia.

Other

  • Cogence Functional Immunology (In progress)

About me

Kyle was born and raised in Kamloops and a father of two amazing children. He spends his spare time hiking Mt. Tolmie, visiting parks and participating in local community events. In the evenings, he likes to experiment with different foods and cooking techniques such as incorporating more colours, working with non-gluten flours, figuring out which dairy-free cheeses are the best, and how to cook with less meat.

“There is no such thing as alternative or complementary medicine, because if it works for YOU then it’s YOUR medicine”

~ Dr. Kyle Maynard