Naturopathy 

Originating in Europe. Naturopathy is a holistic system of medicine which recognises the interconnection of all body systems and organs, addressing the whole person rather than symptomatic prescribing. The body possesses an inherent ability to heal itself – always trying to come back to a state of homeostasis or balance. Sometimes it may need extra support along the way.

Qualified Naturopaths use a combination of evidence-based research, empirical evidence and traditional philosophies when it comes to treatment. Naturopathic medicine helps support the bodies natural ability to heal itself using gentle therapeutics. Individualised treatment plans are tailored to your needs and may include dietary and lifestyle recommendations, nutrient supplementations, herbal medicine, energetic medicine such as flower essences or homeopathics or through body work.

Rather than symptom prescribing (though this is sometimes necessary for the short term), we work to identify and address the underlying/root cause of your disease and ill health.

An initial consult is thorough and generally lasts 75-90 minutes in which we go through all aspects of your history and health including mental, emotional and physical health, we look into your diet, your lifestyle, your family history, take observations including nail, tongue, iris analysis and anything else that is relevant to your case.

For most people, naturopathic treatment has a de-layering effect, like an onion with its multiple layers. Not everything will be resolved after one consult or treatment. Depending on the complexity of the case, multiple consults may be required spaced out over a few months.

Naturopathic medicine can work effectively in preventative health, chronic disease management and acute illness. It can also work complementary with mainstream western medicine and other modalities.

Unfortunately, as the title “Naturopath” isn’t regulated here in Australia, people are able to call themselves a Naturopath without formal education or qualification. For a Health Practitioner to be qualified, they preferably have a Degree, Bachelor of Health Science and are registered with a recognised association.

By undergoing this extensive training – Skye has been able to form a sound understanding of the anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, psychology and pathology, with the inclusion of in depth training in herbal medicine and nutritional medicine.