Meet Dr. Catherine Straus
Finding Her Path to Natural Healing
What started as a childhood dream of becoming a pediatrician took an unexpected turn when a severe car accident introduced young Cathy to chiropractic care. Struggling with debilitating back pain that made sitting through classes difficult, she discovered relief through chiropractic adjustments. This experience opened her eyes to a different approach to healthcare.
I always wanted to be a health care practitioner and work with kids, families, and pregnant women. At the time, I didn’t know there were options other than traditional medicine!”
A Journey of Continuous Learning
After earning her Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Western Ontario, Dr. Cathy faced a choice between medical and chiropractic school. Her desire to create meaningful connections with patients and provide drug-free healing led her to Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, where she graduated with honours.
Passionate about family wellness, Dr. Cathy has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education in pediatric, pregnancy, prenatal and postnatal care. She was among the first Canadians to achieve a Fellowship with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, demonstrating her commitment to excellence in family care.
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Creating Generations of Wellness
One of Dr. Cathy’s greatest joys is seeing multiple generations of families benefit from chiropractic care. She feels incredibly blessed to have numerous patients who began care as children and now bring their own children to Family Chiropractic and Wellness for wellness care. This generational impact truly embodies her vision for community health in Waterloo.
Professional Credentials:
- Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Western Ontario
- Doctor of Chiropractic, cum laude, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
- Fellowship International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
- Certified Core Confidence Specialist
Leading in Her Community
Dr. Cathy’s commitment to community wellness extends beyond her practice. She has chaired fundraising galas, lectured in local schools, and hosted numerous children’s programs at Family Chiropractic and Wellness. Her leadership roles include past chair of HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre, team chiropractor for the University of Guelph women’s field hockey team, and current member of the Board of Governors at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.
Life Beyond the Practice
Born and raised in Waterloo Region, Dr. Cathy has deep roots in the community she serves. Married for more than 30 years, she is a proud mother of three married adult children and grandmother to three (soon to be four!) grandchildren. When not caring for patients, she enjoys cottage life, golfing, skiing, and precious family time with her growing family.
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Discover how Dr. Cathy’s expertise in natural healing can benefit every member of your family. Contact Family Chiropractic and Wellness today to begin your wellness journey.
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