The Women’s Naturopath.

I help women fix their hormonal and digestive issues. Because they are almost always linked! It’s my mission that all women feel good in their bodies again, and learn the tools they need to heal themselves in the future. It’s time to thrive and feel radiant in your body again!

 
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Hi, I’m Karen.

I am a degree-qualified medical herbalist, nutritionist, and a yoga, meditation and mindfulness teacher. I specialise in the management of hormonal and digestive issues, such as PMS, PCOS, endometriosis, IBS, fatigue, fertility and burnout.

I am here to help you heal and feel incredible through expert guidance on natural medicine, diet and lifestyle. I work closely with you to ensure the treatment plan is fully personalised and designed to help you achieve your goals.

I can’t wait to work with you,

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Learn more about my

Online Naturopathy Consults

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As Women today, we face complex health challenges.

Understanding the root cause can achieve lasting health.

 
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Being healthy can be challenging!

As women, we are faced with a new set of health challenges. We place a lot of pressure on ourselves to achieve. This can take its toll on our bodies: Our periods go missing, or become painful, we get bloated, tired and develop food intolerances, or struggle to fall pregnant.

I use diet, nutrients and herbal medicine to do this, and will happily work alongside your doctor if necessary.

Are you experiencing any of these symptoms?

Digestive problems

Digestive
problems

Food Intolerances / bloating

Food Intolerances /
bloating

Hormonal imbalances / fertility issues

Hormonal imbalances /
fertility issues

Endometriosis PCOS, painful or late periods

Endometriosis PCOS, painful or late periods

Hormonal Acne

Hormonal Acne

Anxiety or mood swings / PMS

Anxiety or mood swings / PMS

Thyroid issues or fatigue

Thyroid issues or fatigue

Burnout or overwhelm

Burnout or overwhelm

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Words from my clients…

 

“I am feeling amazing! Bursting with energy! Looking back in comparison I was feeling rubbish prior to seeing you. THANK YOU SO MUCH!”

— EC

“We welcomed our little man Harry into the world on 26 April. I have no doubt that we wouldn’t be here today without your expertise, care and knowledge.”

— JD

“I cannot tell you how good I feel! If nothing else, my moods! I’m really happy. My digestion is seriously the best it’s been!! What is happening!”

— SG

 

“Thank you for all the information I got so much out of our session - you are amazing!”

— NG

“Thank you again for helping me. You are legit some kind of wizard.”
— CT

“Omfg I just ovulated first the first time ages.”

— OB

Natural Medicine is Empowering Medicine

In our consultation, you will have time and space to explore your health issues. You will be heard.

 

We will work together to understand exactly why your condition has occurred. Symptoms are messages from your body, an attempt at your body to heal something.

It’s my job to interpret these messages. I use the following methods to investigate:

  • Pathology testing

  • Functional diagnostic testing such as DUTCH, OAT, CDSA, or genetic testing

  • Quantam Reflex Analysis (a type of kinesiology)

  • Live Blood analysis (in person only)

I have extensive experience in the interpretation of blood and other functional tests, and work closely with a GP and various pathology labs to assess where you’re at.

This is personalised medicine.

No two people are the same. Treatment will incorporate:

  • Nutritional Medicine (food as medicine) – FODMAP, Paleo, Ketogenic, AIP, or individualised meal planning.

  • Herbal Medicine.

  • Nutritional Supplementation.

  • Lifestyle medicine and/or detoxification.

  • Education – so you know why!

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Your body has the innate intelligence and ability to heal itself, given the correct tools.

 
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The Dispensary

If working online, I use various online Practitioner-Only dispensaries that will deliver straight to your door in a matter of days. I will personally mix your herbs myself and post them out from my clinic (ReClaim Health). It's so convenient – my clients love it!

I use only the purest quality products without excipients. These are prescription-only medicines, herbs and nutraceuticals that you won't find at the chemist or health food store.

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