Naturopathy
APPOINTMENTS
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BENDIGO NATUROPATH & ONLINE NATUROPATH
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INITIAL APPOINTMENT (60 - 70 minutes)
Your initial consultation is a deep dive into your health. We’ll explore your health history, current concerns, diet, lifestyle, medications, symptoms and goals to understand the bigger picture and identify where we need to start.
Together, we’ll establish your health goals and develop a clear treatment plan with practical diet and lifestyle recommendations, prescribing where appropriate, and your next steps.
Your care extends well beyond the consultation. I’ll do the clinical work behind the scenes too, including comprehensive analysis of any existing blood results you provide, preparation of relevant resources, deep diving into training and research that will support you, and ongoing check ins with you between appointments.
FULL PRICE: $185
CONCESSION: $165
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RETURN APPOINTMENT (30 - 60 minutes)
Health changes over time, and your treatment should change with it.
In the initial stages of working together, we’ll generally catch up every 3–5 weeks. We’ll review your progress, assess what’s working, address new concerns or results, assess test results, and adjust your treatment and prescriptions as your health evolves.
Your ongoing care continues between appointments, with relevant resources, blood result analysis, prescription adjustments and regular check-ins to help keep things moving in the right direction.
The goal isn’t to keep you coming back indefinitely. It’s to provide the right level of support while we work towards your health goals and give you the knowledge and tools to manage your health confidently over time.
Please choose an Extended Return if it has been six months or more since your last appointment, so we have enough time to properly catch up, reassess your priorities and establish where we go next.
REGULAR (30 min):
FULL PRICE: $95
CONCESSION: $85
EXTENDED (60 min):
RETURN: $155
CONCESSION: $140
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QUICK PHONE APPOINTMENT (20 minutes)
FULL PRICE: $59
CONCESSION: $50
Sometimes you just need quick access to your practitioner. This is an easy way to touch base, ask questions, troubleshoot your treatment or make small adjustments without needing to book a full consultation.
getting
STARTED
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You have the option of booking an in-person or a telehealth appointment by clicking here.
COMPLETE INTAKE FORM
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Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll receive an intake form by email. Please fill it out with as much detail as you can, and gather any past test results or referrals you’d like me to review. This helps me prepare fully and tailor our session to your needs.
ATTEND IN-PERSON OR ONLINE
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In-person: Please arrive on time at Bloom Natural Health, 151 Queen Street Bendigo 3550.
Online: If we’re meeting via Telehealth, please check your camera and microphone beforehand so we can get started smoothly. I work in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
TREATMENT PLAN
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You’ll receive a clear treatment plan, individually selected nutritional medicines and, where appropriate, a herbal formula blended specifically for you. You’ll also have access to relevant guides, booklets, recipes and practical resources from my clinical library, plus regular check-ins between appointments to see how you’re progressing. Any prescribed medicines are purchased separately, with easy options for online ordering or clinic collection.
WHAT
to EXPECT
When you work with me, you receive
comprehensive, whole-person care that looks beyond individual symptoms, brings together the different pieces of your health, and gives you a clear and practical way forward.
Comprehensive assessment & clinical analysis
Complex health concerns rarely have one contributing factor. I’ll look across your symptoms, health history, diet, lifestyle, medications, existing pathology and other relevant factors to understand the bigger clinical picture and prioritise where we need to start.
Blood results, pathology & further investigation
Bring along your existing blood results and I’ll analyse them in the context of your symptoms and overall clinical picture, including patterns and optimal results rather than simply whether individual markers fall within a laboratory reference range. Where further pathology or functional testing may be useful, I’ll explain what I recommend and why. Additional testing is charged separately, with options available on my Functional Testing page.
Individualised prescribing & herbal formulation
No off-the-shelf protocols. Herbal and nutritional medicines are selected according to what is happening for you right now, taking into account your symptoms, pathology, medications, lifestyle and treatment priorities. Where appropriate, I blend individual herbal formulas in clinic, selecting and combining herbs specifically for your current clinical picture. As your health changes, your prescription can change with you.
A treatment plan that evolves with you
You’ll receive evidence-informed nutrition, lifestyle and prescribing recommendations that are realistic for your goals, lifestyle and capacity. I’ll explain the why behind your recommendations so you understand what we’re working on and how the different pieces fit together. As your body responds and your priorities change, we’ll review and adjust your plan rather than following a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Guides, booklets, recipes & practical resources
You’ll have access to my growing library of evidence-informed guides, booklets, recipes and handouts relevant to your care. These give you practical support to put your treatment plan into action without having to remember everything we discuss in your appointment.
Access and support between appointments
You don’t have to save every question until your next consultation. I encourage questions by email so small issues can be addressed early, and regular check-ins allow us to see how you’re responding and keep your treatment moving forward. When you need more than an email but don’t need a full consultation, short phone appointments give you quick and easy access to your practitioner.
Collaborative care & professional referrals
Naturopathy doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Where appropriate, I’ll work alongside your GP and other health professionals. If something falls outside my scope or another practitioner could add value to your care, I’ll recommend an appropriate referral.
your appointment
TIMELINE
Assess & understand
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We explore your health history, symptoms, lifestyle and goals in detail. Learn about My Approach.
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Together we identify likely underlying drivers rather than focusing on symptoms alone.
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You leave with a personalised treatment plan and practical first steps to begin straight away.
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If further investigation is needed, we discuss the most appropriate comprehensive testing and create a roadmap.
Restore & rebalance
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We refine your treatment as we learn more about how your body responds.Test results are interpreted within the context of your whole health, not in isolation. We meet every 3-4 weeks.
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Nutrition, lifestyle, movement and targeted supplements work together to restore function.
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Many people notice improvements early, while deeper healing often takes time and consistency.
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I provide an exceptionally high level of contact between appointments and try my best to be available as needed for questions & accountability.
Life changes. Your healthcare should too.
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Health isn't static, and neither is your treatment.Whether it's pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, menopause, a new diagnosis, illness, injury, increased stress or simply a new stage of life, we'll adapt your plan to meet your current needs.
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Sometimes we return to foundations. Sometimes we investigate further. Sometimes we simply adjust course. Rather than starting over, we'll build on what we've already learned.
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The goal isn't perfection. It's having a healthcare plan that continues to support you through every season of life.
Optimise & maintain
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Once your health has stabilised, appointments become less frequent.
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We focus on maintaining your progress, preventing relapse and supporting future health goals.
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We plan for healthy aging and what that means to you.
For best
RESULTS
THE DOS
✓ Come with an open mind and ask questions. Understanding your treatment is part of the process. A main tenet of Naturopathic Medicine is "Doctor as Teacher".
✓ Focus on consistency rather than perfection.
✓ Small changes, repeated often, usually have the biggest impact.
✓ Let me know if something isn't working. Your treatment plan is designed to be adjusted as we learn what suits you.
✓ Keep me updated between appointments if something significant changes or you have questions. I'd much rather hear from you early than have you feeling stuck. I offer a really high level of support between appointments.
✓ Be honest about what feels realistic. Treatment should fit into your life, not take over it.
✓ Celebrate the small wins. Better energy, improved sleep or a more regular cycle are all signs that your body is moving in the right direction.
THE DONTS
✓ Feel like you have to do everything perfectly. Life happens, and your treatment can flex with it.
✓ Stop supplements or change your plan without checking in first.
✓ Worry if progress isn't linear. Healing rarely follows a straight line.
✓ Compare your progress to someone else's. Every person, history and timeline is different.
✓ Wait until your next appointment if you're unsure about something. Just send me an email.
FAQs
Q: How often will I need appointments?
A: Most clients are reviewed every 3-4 weeks during the early stages of treatment. As your health improves, appointments usually become less frequent and are tailored to your needs and goals.
Q: Do I need to take supplements?
A: Not always. Supplements are recommended only when they are likely to provide a meaningful clinical benefit. Nutrition, lifestyle, movement and education form the foundation of every treatment plan.
Q: Do you offer telehealth appointments?
A: Yes. Consultations are available both in person in Bendigo and via secure telehealth for clients across Australia.
Q: Will I need functional testing?
A: Not everyone does. Testing is recommended when it is likely to change clinical decision-making, provide greater clarity or help monitor your progress over time.
Q: Can you organise blood testing?
A: Yes. I can refer you for private blood testing or help you to arrange blood testing via Medicare services if clinically indicated and within scope of naturopathic healthcare.
Q: How long does treatment usually take?
A: This depends on your health concerns, goals and how long symptoms have been present. Some people notice improvements within weeks, while more complex conditions often require longer-term support. Your treatment plan will evolve as your health changes.
Q: Do I need to pay a deposit?
A: Yes. All telehealth appointments are prepaid in full at the time of booking. All in-clinic initial & return appointments are secured with a deposit at the time of booking. Cancellations or rescheduling within 24 hours of your appointment, or failure to attend, incur a fee or forfeit deposit. Late arrivals can only be accommodated within the remaining scheduled appointment time. If you are more than 10 minutes late, your appointment may need to be rescheduled and the applicable cancellation fee may apply.
Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: Due to limited appointment availability, I ask that you provide adequate notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. A minimum of 24 hours notice is required. You will be appropriately reminded with emails and texts. You can cancel or reschedule using the link provided in your confirmation and reminder emails. My online cancellation & reschedule function closes approximately 24 hours before your appointment, you are appropriately reminded of this. I have aimed to make this process as easy as possible. After this time, please contact me directly.
Q: Can I reschedule?
A: Of course! Due to limited appointment availability, I ask that you provide at least 24 hours notice if you need to reschedule your appointment. You will be appropriately reminded with emails and texts. You can move your appointment to another available time using the rescheduling link provided in your confirmation and reminder emails. You’ll also receive email and text reminders ahead of your appointment. The online rescheduling function closes approximately 24 hours before your appointment. After this time, you will need to contact me directly and a late notice fee may apply at my discretion. I have aimed to make rescheduling as straightforward and fair for all parties as possible while allowing enough notice for the appointment time to be offered to another client.
