I gained my Diploma of Naturopathy and Medical Herbalism in 2002, after having been inspired by the health benefits gained from using natural therapies for myself and my family. I have been in full time practice in Titirangi, West Auckland, since then.
I am passionate about providing people with the best natural health advice, diet, herbal remedies and nutritional products that I possibly can. I use a technique called applied kinesiology or muscle testing to establish the most beneficial nutritional supplements or herbal medicines for your body’s healing needs and find this is a valuable tool. Please click here for my pricelist.
I have a beautiful peaceful clinic, where you can share with me your health story. I will be there for you to answer questions and offer you encouragement, inspiration and support. We can then come up with your own treatment plan that will take into account your needs and your budget. We will improve your symptoms and also address the underlying causes of your ill-health. By remedying the causes of ill-health, we can create improved health and wellbeing for everyone, even in conditions that are unresponsive to conventional medical treatment such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, asthma, eczema etc.
I find that food allergy is a powerful trigger of inflammation in the body. I recommend a hair analysis to test for food allergies and intolerances. This precisely identifies the foods, environmental allergens and infections such as candida or yeast over-growth which are making you ill. I consistently find that by identifying food allergies and avoiding or reducing these allergic triggers, health and wellbeing is improved dramatically for all ages.
I look forward to sharing my knowledge with you so that you and your family can also reap the benefits of improved energy, vitality and healthy ageing. Please feel free to contact me and I can answer your questions or we can meet for a chat.
About Us
I have two daughters and three grandchildren. I became involved with naturopathy 24 years ago when my second daughter was a baby. She failed to thrive and only weighed 12lb at twelve months of age. She was always wheezy and given lots of asthma medications to no avail. A friend recommended I saw a naturopath and within three weeks of that visit, her chest was clear, she was putting on weight, with little dimples appearing and for the first time ever, she looked well. What had we done? We had changed her diet!
This began our journey. We changed our diet to avoid food additives, colourings and preservatives and purchased organic fruit, vegetables and meat. We grow our own fruit and vegetables and have our own eggs. After many years of using natural remedies, I gained my Naturopathic Diploma in 2002 and have been in professional practice in Titirangi since then.
My clinic is in a very peaceful place in my garden, overlooking fruit trees, vegetable garden and chooks foraging, where you can feel relaxed as you begin your healing. If you plan your appointment you can turn your visit into a wonderful journey and explore Cornwallis Beach or a walk on the “Pipeline” or simply relax and enjoy a coffee in Titirangi.
Natural Health
Medical Herbalism
Medical Herbalism is the traditional medicine of all cultures and is the oldest form of medicine. Mother earth has always provided what we need to heal ourselves both physically and emotionally and these traditional uses are now backed up by scientific research. Herbal medicine, given in the correct dose, is a safe and gentle treatment that is free of side effects. I have a full herbal dispensary and herbal tablets or herbal teas. I also like to use Applied Kinesiology (muscle testing) to ensure that I always provide the best remedy for you.
Nutrient Supplementation
I am trained to assess your nutrient status and recommend appropriate vitamin and mineral treatments. I have a comprehensive range of natural medicines to address both acute and chronic inflammation:
- Active Elements
- Bioceuticals
- Blackmores
- Eagle
- Heel
- Medi Herb
- MH Enhance
- Metagenics
- Nutrimedicine
- Orthoplex
- Pharma Foods
- Quest Vitality
- Thorne
Hair Analysis - Testing for Food and Environmental Allergies and Intolerances
Doing a Hair Analysis is a simple procedure that involves a sample of hair (it doesn’t matter if the hair is dyed) and results are available within three weeks. The results are reliable and accurately pinpoint the foods and substances you are allergic to. With the allergy result, I will advise in detail what foods to avoid and what foods will be beneficial for you. I especially make sure your diet is balanced, contains the necessary nutrients and is realistic for your lifestyle. You then avoid the trigger foods as best you can for three months. By focusing on the foods that are beneficial for your body, your health and immunity will be greatly improved.
Nutrition and Therapeutic Diets
You are what you eat, and it needs to be right for you. I am trained in nutrition and will give advice on the most appropriate diet for you. For some people the Blood Group Diet will work well. However, if you have allergies, I will suggest doing a Hair Analysis for Allergy Testing to determine the most beneficial diet for you.
Detoxification
Detoxification is vitally important. It is now known that all diseases are caused by the body’s attempts at eliminating toxins that threaten to overwhelm it. By reducing these stored toxins through a detox, you will reduce the inflammation in your body. We all carry a large burden of toxins, even children. These toxins can be allergens, and pesticides, food additives, preservatives, heavy metals, diesel fumes and can include toxin exposure from employment such as hairdressing. I have a detox programme that improves digestion, balances the good bugs in the bowel, and promotes proper elimination. It also includes repair of the gut lining and supports the liver. Detoxification is the key to bringing about improvement in chronic conditions. If you are fit and well, with no medical conditions, a detox will help you stay well.
Iridology
Iridology or eye diagnosis is a science that enables me to establish a health level for you and discover your inherited strengths and weaknesses based on your constitution. It is based on the principle that the whole body is reflected in the appearance of the iris of the eyes, thereby allowing me to make appropriate nutritional and lifestyle recommendations.
Bach Flowers
Bach Flowers provide a safe and effective way of providing support for emotional issues. These can provide a rapid response and are safe with all natural products or medications.
Homeopathy
I use homeopathy to safely treat all kinds of illness, including many conditions that do not respond to conventional treatment.
Wellness and Healthy Ageing
Are you healthy and want to stay that way or maybe, you are not healthy and would like to be? Chronic inflammatory diseases are the Western World’s major cause of death. If you have a family history of diseases such as heart disease or stroke, high cholesterol, cancer, diabetes, obesity, dementia or athritis, you have a greater risk of suffering from these conditions. As your practitioner, I can assess your risk and put in place an individual Wellness programme for you.
The first step in a Wellness programme is to identify and address any drivers of inflammation. This programme could include detoxification, identification of food allergies, correction of nutrient deficiencies etc and following a healthy diet and lifestyle. This regime will result in wellness and healthy ageing. This is true preventative medicine and is the core strength of naturopathy.
Service Categories
Allergy Testing / Treatments, Herbalists, Iridologists, Kinesiology, Mens Health, Natural Fertility Management, Naturopaths, Nutrition, Stone Therapy Massage, Touch for Health, Weight Loss, Womens Health
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