My Approach and Services
The Friendly Naturopath offers clinical naturopathic services across three Metropolitan Melbourne locations: Highett, Balaclava, and Moonee Ponds.
For further information about the naturopathic process and the common conditions regularly addressed, please read further below.
Alternatively, you can contact me to schedule a free 15-minute call. During this call, we can discuss how I can assist you in beginning your naturopathic journey.
Naturopathic process
INITIAL CONSULT
We commence exploring your whole health and previous medical history including genetics and recent test results. From here we review your goals and desired outcomes to design a realistic and achievable approach to health.
PRESCRIPTION
After your initial consultation, you’ll receive a detailed treatment plan applying a customised mix of natural remedies, nutraceuticals or diet and lifestyle changes to help you achieve your goal. You may also be referred for further testing.
REVIEW
After 1-4 weeks we will meet again to talk about how you progressed with the intial steps of your holistic plan. We will also review any test results and discuss ongoing health goals.
What conditions can naturopathy treat?
Naturopaths will typically formulate a holistic health plan that targets a variety of deficiencies and imbalances to help patients understand how their diet, lifestyle, environment, stress levels, and relationships could be impacting their health. These include:
- Digestive or gastrointestinal issues
- Low immunity / Allergies
- Low energy / Fatigue (including chronic fatigue)
- General aches and pains
- Stress-related ailments
- Hormone imbalance, fertility issues and premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Male and female reproductive health
- Sleep issues
- Skin concerns (eg. acne, eczema, psoriasis, rashes)
- Cardiovascular issues
- Respiratory issuese (eg. asthma)
- Migraines and headaches
- Joint health and degenerative illnesses, including arthritis
- Weight concerns and metabolic dysfunction including type 2 diabetes
- Pre- and post surgery preparation/Support
FAQs
Do you work with other health professionals?
Absolutely! I love working with people to provide a more holistic service for you to reach your full potential. My days as a project manager made me a very good networker. I respect all fields of health, and believe naturopathy provides a very complementary service to General Practitioners, chiropractic/osteopathic/physio care, psychological care, exercise physiology, etc.
Can I claim private health on naturopathy services?
Unfortunately, not at the moment. Although I am incredibly passionate about getting naturopathy recognised as a registered profession and hope this is something we will regain in the near future. If your financial circumstances are making your health difficult to manage – please speak to me and we will come to some sort of arrangement. I want to make health accessible to you.
How many appointments do I need to see improvement?
This depends on what you’re trying to treat. Some people come in for one consult, and experience immediate benefits within 1-7 days. Others have more chronic conditions that may take 3-6 months to shift. These patients will see short-term benefits, but may rely on more consults to see a permanent shift if their symptoms. I offer packages to these patients to make your consults cheaper.
Do you treat children?
Absolutely! Naturopathy is a fantastic alternative to treat asthma, eczema, acne, ear infections, sore throats, coughs, tummy aches, headaches, and behavioural issues (ie. ADHD, ASD, PANS, PANDAS) of which children commonly experience.
I also provide postpartum support for both mum and baby to make sure you both remain happy and healthy throughout this new life stage.
Can I speak to you before booking?
Yes! You absolutely can speak to me. I respond to emails/calls. However, as I may not be able to answer, I recommend you book in a 15 minute discovery call. Please keep in mind these calls are general discussion only so I can explain how naturopathy may benefit you or your family and I do not give any advice or recommendations during this time.