Melanie is an accredited Naturopath with over 10 years' experience in the natural health industry.

Melanie uses a combination of nutritional medicine, herbal medicine and life-style recommendations to address the underlying cause of a wide range of health issues in both adults in children.  

SPECIAL WINTER PROMOTION: 15% off the Initial Consultation Fee for all new clients who mention Parents Guide Illawarra - available until the end of July at both locations (Woonona and Thirroul).

Melanie has a strong focus on digestive health as a properly functioning digestive system is fundamental to overall good health in all ages. Many seemingly unrelated health issues have their roots in a poorly functioning digestive system. In children this may manifest as:

• Lowered immunity, repeated infections including ear and chest infections,
• Inflammatory conditions such as eczema and asthma,
• Irregular bowel patterns, constipation and repeated 'sore tummies',
• Behavioural concerns, learning difficulties and anxiety.

In adults many inflammatory health conditions can be linked back to gut inflammation and an unhealthy balance of gut flora. Addressing conditions such as Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and dysbiosis can improve many chronic conditions including:

• Auto-immunity; rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD),
• Mental health issues including depression and anxiety,
• Chronic fatigue,
• Migraines,
• Inflammatory skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis and rosacea. 
  

Melanie also has a special interest in treating hormonal imbalances including PMS, PCOS and acne (males and females); supporting mental health – stress, anxiety and depression in all ages including managing Pyrrole disorder.

Functional Medicine Testing Options Available Include:

• Precision Analytical DUTCH Complete hormonal testing,
• SIBO breath test,
• Kryptopyrrole urine test,
• Microbiome Analysis (GI - Map, Ubiome)
• Genetic testing 

Melanie has many years' experience working in a clinical herbal dispensary and as a Naturopath in the pharmacy setting. She is able to offer safe and effective treatment plans that take into account any pharmaceutical medications you may be taking and is happy to work alongside your GP or other medical health practitioners.

Consulting Locations:

• 37 Gray Street, Woonona
• Thirroul Natural Healing - CLICK HERE for address and my online bookings at this location.
  

As a mother of 3 children, I understand the pressures of parenthood and how exhausting it can be keep on top of your own health and your family's health. My main objective is to show you that there are other safe and effective options for managing your own physical, mental and emotional health and that of your family's.