Frequently Asked Questions

  • Naturopathy is a complementary medicine system based on the naturopathic principles:

    1.      First, do no harm

    2.      The healing power of nature

    3.      Identify and treat the cause, not the symptoms

    4.      Practitioner as teacher

    5.      Treat the whole person

    6.      Disease prevention

    Using these principles and naturopathic treatments, a naturopath aims to support your body to find homeostasis – balance between all body systems to function correctly.

  • In Australia the highest qualification of a naturopath is a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) degree. This is a four-year degree that requires 460 hours of work-integrated learning. After qualification, registration with one of the governing bodies in Australia requires 30 hours of Continuing Professional Education each year to remain registered.

    I completed my Bachelor of Health Science Degree with Torrens University and I am registered with the NHAA (Naturopaths and Herbalists Association Australia).

  • Private health rebates are now available with some private health insurers.

    As a fully qualified and registered naturopath I will have provider numbers for all health funds as they add naturopathy back to their cover. Please check with your insurer as to when they will be covering naturopathy again and if your level of cover will include it.

    Medicare is only for medical treatments with a Medicare item number and does not cover naturopathy.

  • Head to the Appointments page to see the current appointment rates.

  • A naturopath uses a combination of herbal medicine, nutritional supplements, dietary recommendations, flower essences and lifestyle recommendations to provide the body with what it needs to reach a state of homeostasis and good health.

  • Naturopathic treatments are gentle and safe for all ages. Naturopathy can support you from birth through to palliative care.

  • Naturopathy combines traditional knowledge and hundreds of years of herbal medicine knowledge and use, with modern science, understanding of human physiology and biochemistry and high-quality evidence from scientific trials.

  • Fatigue, Stress and Burnout

    Depression or Anxiety

    Insomnia

    Food intolerances

    Digestive issues, SIBO, IBS, IBD

    Environmental allergies

    Thyroid conditions

    Nutrient deficiencies

    Hormone imbalances

    PCOS

    Heavy, painful or irregular periods

    Endometriosis and Adenomyosis

    Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections

    Interstitial Cystitis

    Bacterial Vaginosis or Aerobic Vaginitis

    Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis (Thrush)

    Paediatric Vulvovaginitis

    PMS and PMDD

    Autoimmune conditions

    Fertility and pre-conception care

    Pregnancy and post-partum care

    Perimenopause

    Menopause

    ADHD

    Autism

    Fussy or restrictive eating

    Insulin resistance and Type 2 Diabetes

    Chronic pain

    Headaches or migraines

    Skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and acne

    Metabolic health

    High blood pressure

    High cholesterol

    Immune support

    Respiratory conditions including chronic cough and asthma

    Don’t see your health concern here? Contact me to discuss.

  • Yes! A naturopath is educated about prescription medications and their safety and interactions with naturopathic medicines. A naturopath should never tell you to stop taking your medication, we can offer safe treatments, dietary recommendations alongside your medication.

  • The number of appointments depends on the severity and duration of your current health condition. For some clients with short term health concerns then 2-4 may be all that is needed. For more chronic conditions, follow-up appointments over several months may be required. The aim is always to improve your health goals in the timeliest manner possible.

  • For most people, a short-term treatment with supplements and/or herbal medicines is used to provide the body with what it needs to recover and reach homeostasis. The aim is always to manage your long-term health with food as medicine and lifestyle medicine, not supplements.

    If you have a chronic health condition, eat a restricted diet by choice or for medical reasons, or have a genetic predisposition to nutrient deficiency then longer-term supplements may be needed. The aim is always to do as much as possible with food as medicine and lifestyle medicine.

  • No problem! In an ideal world, no one would need to take supplements or medicines. We can work with dietary changes, food as medicine and lifestyle change only.

  • Yes! We have a beautiful family friendly space here at Indah Health Studio. I have some toys, books and colouring available in my office. We also have a lovely playground right next door if your children need a movement break before or after the appointment. And we have a cafe several doors down with lots of delicious options for all ages.

    However, if you feel that bringing your kids is too stressful or distracting then we can always make your appointment a video call so you can relax in your own home.

  • You can contact me by email or phone to ask any further questions you might have. Or you can book a free discovery call to have an obligation free chat about your health concerns and what an appointment would involve.

Ready to find out more? You can access my free ARTICLES or WEBINARS which may answer your questions. Or you can book a free Discovery Call to discuss potential treatment options.

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