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What does a Naturopath do?

A naturopath is trained to help you identify the underlying reasons for your ill health and help you to find ways in which to improve your overall health and quality of life. We use herbal and homeopathic medicines, nutritional supplements and lifestyle advise to achieve this.

What should I expect in a first consultation?
A first consultation can take up to an hour. You should expect to have a detailed health history taken down, and to discuss your reason for coming in depth. Please bring along any blood tests you may already have from your doctor so that they can be reviewed even if they indicate you are “fine”.
Simple in-clinic testing may be done during this consultation including iridology or zinc taste testing. I will then prescribe for you an appropriate treatment plan that may include herbal and nutritional supplements, and or dietary and lifestyle advise.
How long will it take me to feel better?
Everyone is different and everyone comes for different reasons. Someone who comes in to discuss boosting their immune system may find they feel much improved in 2 days whilst someone coming in for help with their chronic arthritis may find it takes between 3 and 6 weeks to feel improved.
Will I need to keep coming back?
That depends upon the initial reason for coming in.

If you have come in to discuss something straightforward such as what nutrients you feel would be useful for you on a daily basis to sustain your energy levels, then a single visit should be fine. However if you are coming in with a range of complex issues you may need to come in for a few visits until you have improved your health to a level that is sustainable.

Does a Naturopath always order tests?
Not always. I only order further functional testing such as hormone level testing or food intolerance testing if I feel it is genuinely needed. Clients are always included in the decision making process and are made fully aware of possible costs. I work with several different pathology labs to ensure that the testing that is recommended is the best available, and cost efficient.
Can I see a Naturopath if I'm already taking medications from my Doctor?
Yes, naturopaths are trained to know what supplements and remedies are safe in combination with medications from your doctor and what interactions may occur.
Can I claim my visit to a Naturopath on my private health fund?

Naturopathy is not available for health fund rebates at this time..