What to expect when you work with me
Naturopathic care at Simply Naturopathics is structured, evidence-informed, and built around your specific clinical picture. Whether you’re navigating post-menopausal hormonal shifts, working through a new diagnosis, managing a chronic skin condition, or simply wanting to understand what’s going on in your body – the process is the same. A thorough assessment, a clear plan, and sequenced support that moves you forward.
This page covers how I work, what consultations involve, and the clinical areas I see most commonly. If you have a question about whether I’m the right fit for your situation, a Clarity Call is the easiest place to start.
My approach is evidence-informed and grounded in clinical physiology. I’m a registered nurse and naturopath – which means I bring systems-based clinical thinking to every consultation, alongside the time to actually use it. If you’d like to understand more about my background and how that shapes the way I work, the About page covers that in detail.
Consultations at Simply Naturopathics follow a clear sequence. The initial assessment covers your full history. Follow-up appointments build on that foundation – reviewing progress, refining the plan, and continuing structured care. Nothing is rushed, and nothing is generic. Every recommendation comes with a rationale.
I work alongside your GP and other treating practitioners, not in opposition to them. If something in your assessment warrants a referral or further investigation, I’ll say so.
Is this the right fit?
Simply Naturopathics is likely the right fit if:
- Your weight, sleep, or energy have shifted and haven’t responded to what you’ve already tried
- You’ve been told your results are normal but still don’t feel right
- You want a thorough clinical assessment — not a generic protocol
- You’re navigating perimenopause or post-menopause and want someone who works in this space regularly
- You have a recent diagnosis and want to understand what it means for your body beyond a 12-minute appointment
- You’re managing a skin condition, thyroid issue, gut problem, or metabolic concern and haven’t found an approach that addresses the whole picture
- You want to understand the reasoning behind every recommendation, not just be handed a supplement list
It’s probably not the right fit if you’re looking for a quick fix, a single-session solution, or validation of a protocol you’ve already decided on. Structured, evidence-informed care takes time – and it works best when you’re ready to engage with the process.
Consultations
A note on testing
All testing at Simply Naturopathics is clinically directed. I don’t run tests for the sake of completeness – I recommend them when the result will meaningfully change the clinical picture or the treatment plan. If I suggest a test, I’ll explain exactly what we’re looking for and why.
Supplements, where prescribed, are dispensed via Vital.ly. You’ll receive a direct link to your personalised dispensary with only what’s relevant to your plan.
Perimenopause and post-menopause, thyroid function, blood sugar regulation, insulin resistance, weight management, metabolic syndrome, and the downstream effects of hormonal shifts on sleep, mood, and cognition. This is the area I see most frequently, and where my dual clinical background is particularly relevant.
Persistent fatigue, wired-but-tired patterns, early waking, disrupted sleep architecture, adrenal load, and the relationship between cortisol, oestrogen, and nervous system regulation. If you’re exhausted and your results say normal, this is worth looking at properly.
Gut function, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, reflux, post-antibiotic recovery, and microbiome support. Digestive health sits underneath almost everything else — it affects nutrient absorption, immune function, hormone clearance, and mood. It rarely exists in isolation.
Subclinical thyroid dysfunction, elevated antibodies (Hashimoto’s, Graves), fatigue and weight changes that don’t fit the standard thyroid picture, and support alongside existing medical management. Thyroid function intersects with almost every other body system — it’s rarely a standalone issue.
Acne, eczema, hives, chronic skin conditions, and immune resilience. Skin presentations are almost always systemic — gut integrity, immune dysregulation, and stress physiology all play a role. Addressing the surface without the underlying pattern rarely holds.
Preconception support, cycle irregularity, and reproductive health for women considering pregnancy. This includes nutritional preparation, hormonal pattern assessment, and support for both partners where relevant.
General health assessment, weight management, energy, and metabolic health. The clinical model is the same — thorough history, structured plan, evidence-informed care.
If you’re a parent seeking support for a child and wondering whether I’m the right fit, a Clarity Call is a good place to start.
I also see children and young people on a case-by-case basis. If you’re a parent seeking support for a child and wondering whether I’m the right fit, a Clarity Call is a good place to start.
Have more questions about how naturopathic care works, what to expect from a consultation, or how this approach sits alongside your existing medical care?
In person and online, across Australia
Rutherglen
74 Main Street, Rutherglen VIC
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Yarrawonga
31-33 Belmore St Yarrawonga VIC
Friday
Telehealth
Available to clients anywhere in Australia. All consultation types are available via telehealth — the clinical process is identical.
Booking
All appointments are booked online via the website. Full prepayment is required to secure your appointment. A 48-hour cancellation and rescheduling policy applies.
The Initial Clinical Assessment is where the work starts. 60-75 minutes, your full history, and a written plan built around your actual presentation – not a protocol that fits most people adequately.
If you’ve been managing symptoms that haven’t responded to what you’ve already tried, this is a reasonable next step. There’s no obligation beyond the appointment itself — no program to commit to, no ongoing contract. Just a thorough clinical assessment and a clear plan to leave with.
Not sure if this is right for you yet? The Clarity Call is free, it’s ten minutes, and it’s specifically designed to answer that question before you commit to anything. No clinical advice is given on the call – it’s simply a conversation to help you decide.