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Accredited Practising Dietitian with a clinical focus on body composition, medical weight management, and metabolic health. Experienced in supporting individuals undergoing bariatric surgery and those using GLP-1 receptor agonists, as well as patients seeking evidence-based strategies for sustainable weight management. Provides individualised nutrition care informed by clinical assessment, body composition analysis, and relevant pathology. Focus areas include optimising fat loss while preserving lean mass, supporting metabolic health, and addressing nutrition-related complications associated with surgical and pharmacological interventions. Adopts a structured, patient-centred approach, with an emphasis on long-term outcomes, behaviour change, and practical implementation. Care is tailored to each individual’s medical history, lifestyle, and goals, with ongoing support to promote consistency and sustainable results.

I’m an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Registered Nurse with over 14 years of experience in healthcare. My background spans both clinical and private practice settings, and I bring a compassionate, evidence-based approach to personalised nutrition care. I’m deeply passionate about the powerful role nutrition plays in our overall health and wellbeing — not just in preventing and managing chronic conditions, but also in supporting women through different stages of life. I love helping women understand and work with their bodies, whether they’re navigating hormonal changes, planning a family, or recovering postnatally. I also believe strongly in finding balance and enjoyment with food, without restriction or guilt. My areas of special interest include women’s health, fertility, family planning, preconception, pregnancy and postpartum care. I work with individuals and couples who are preparing for pregnancy, supporting the nutritional and lifestyle foundations that influence reproductive health and early development. I’m also the creator of the Fertility Foundations™ Method, a structured nutrition and lifestyle program designed to support the preconception window. The program focuses on strengthening the nutritional and metabolic foundations that support egg and sperm development, hormone signalling and the environment for early pregnancy. Alongside fertility care, I also support clients with chronic conditions such as insulin resistance, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. I believe in meeting you where you are, and working together to create realistic, meaningful nutrition strategies that support your health and lifestyle.

Dione (Dee) Simmons – Naturopath & Functional Medicine Trained Practitioner (She/her) Dee is a Bachelor-qualified Naturopath and Functional Medicine Practitioner with over 18 years of combined clinical and industry experience in complementary healthcare. She is passionate about helping individuals navigate health challenges and restore wellbeing when everything feels wrong, despite being told that their blood tests are "normal". With a strong commitment to evidence-informed care, Dee works to identify and address the root causes of ill health rather than simply masking symptoms. Her holistic and integrative approach combines the best of natural medicine with collaborative care, working alongside your existing healthcare team to support your unique health journey. Known for her thorough and compassionate approach, Dee is committed to going the extra mile, offering genuine support and practical solutions-focused guidance every step of the way. Areas of Clinical Interest: • Complex and chronic health conditions • Gut health • Hormonal health • Burnout, stress and fatigue • Metabolic health and healthy ageing Credentials Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) Registered Member Complementary Medicine Association (CMA) Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) member Consultations available online or in person in Monbulk and Bendigo (for Bendigo, please contact Dione directly at [email protected] for an appointment). Dione supports both women and men's health in addition to school aged children and adolescents. Functional pathology, microbiome and diagnostic testing available. Full onsite dispensary stocked including liquid herbal tinctures, natural medicine compounding and Practitioner Only Supplements.

Vicky Ellenport is a Certified Practicing Nutritionist and Microbiome Analyst specialising in complex gut and chronic health conditions. Her areas of focus include SIBO, IBS, IBD, chronic constipation, reflux (GERD), food intolerances and autoimmune disease, as well as complex presentations such as Long COVID. She uses a personalised, evidence-based approach, incorporating functional testing—including comprehensive microbiome analysis, pathology, and SIBO breath testing—to identify underlying drivers and develop targeted treatment protocols. Vicky is also a certified Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) Health Coach and integrates structured elimination and reintroduction strategies to support symptom management and long-term dietary tolerance in autoimmune and gastrointestinal conditions. She offers one-on-one consultations both in person and online, working with clients across Australia and internationally, including the USA and Canada. She has a particular interest in supporting clients with complex, long-standing symptoms who have struggled to find answers. Book a consultation to start your gut health journey.

Hi, I'm Zoe, a naturopath and herbalist who takes a compassionate, holistic approach to health. My aim is to help you restore balance and harmony in your body, mind and spirit, and to encompass all aspects of life where there may be imbalance. ​My focus is not just on symptom relief but on understanding the bigger picture, answering the questions, running the tests and most of all, educating my clients on what may benefit their bodies and often, how their bodies work. Always in collaboration with you. Often, recommendations will be herbal medicine, targeted natural supplements, and dietary and lifestyle adjustments to support the body’s innate ability to heal. Many times I will refer to other specialists for further support. My aim is to empower you and your own autonomy in your health journey. My biggest clinical passion is to support women through their changing cycles, particularly with hormone and cycle dysregulation, and preconception/pregnancy and post-partum journeys. Helping women understand the reasons for miscarriage and investigate for future success, whilst managing grief, is of particular interest to me. With that also comes supporting men or partners also in achieving the best outcomes of pregnancy and family planning. I have a strong focus on postpartum care, supporting women after childbirth in recovering their mental, physical and emotional health through optimising their nutrition, and healing the body with traditional herbal medicines. After struggling with multiple health issues throughout my life, including dysbiosis, food intolerances, fibromylagia, acne, menstrual irregularities, miscarriages, PMS, PMDD, iron deficiency and so much more. I found my journey of health firstly through food. I connected the dots of food triggers, with symptoms and changed my diet forever. I gradually learned to be more in tune with myself, and through Naturopathy, the impact that diet, stressors, exercise and our thoughts can have on our overall health. My greatest passion and past-time is growing medicinal plants and food, and teaching others how to do the same through workshops and talks. I am a grass roots herbalist, I encourage local foraging, sustainable herbalism, and community centric, hands-on, creative learning, sharing values and experience with others, like our ancestors did. I am an ally and supportive of the queer community and respect and welcome all individuals in my practice.

’m Kirsten Sweeney, a Naturopath, Nutritionist, and Personal Trainer dedicated to helping you achieve your healthiest, happiest self. My passion is guiding individuals and teens to navigate the complexities of hormones, metabolism, gut health, the nervous system, and overall well-being, so you can feel energised, balanced, and confident in your body. I hold a degree in Naturopathy and Nutrition, a Master’s in Education and Teaching, and have spent over a decade as the Head Naturopath at Australia’s leading Health Retreat. I combine evidence-based science with holistic therapies, including herbal medicine, nutraceuticals, aromatherapy, mindfulness, lifestyle strategies, and personalised fitness plans, to create solutions that truly get to the root cause of health issues, not just the symptoms. I know firsthand what it’s like to struggle with painful periods, PMS, mood swings, anxiety, and hormonal imbalances—and I’ve discovered that what we’re often told is “normal” is actually our body signaling imbalance. My personal journey of healing inspired me to help others take control of their health with clarity, knowledge, and confidence. Whether you’re dealing with digestive issues, stress, hormonal challenges, or want to optimise your energy and vitality, I’m here to create a personalised plan tailored to you. Together, we’ll work on practical, sustainable strategies to restore balance, improve your health, and help you feel like the best version of yourself. Book a consultation today and take the first step toward a healthier, happier life, you deserve it.

When I came to Naturopathy, it was to resolve my personal health challenges. I felt let down by the current medical model and lost in a plethora of information to get to the bottom of why I was feeling just terrible, despite being one of the ‘healthiest’ people I knew! I was unable to get the support I needed from our medical system, constrained by unrealistically short appointments and with no clearly diagnosed illness. Ultimately, I was compelled to look for answers elsewhere, finding them in the world of natural therapies and a wholistic approach. My commitment to all my patients is to make sure you get the support you need, to go beyond the surface level approach, understand the drivers behind your symptoms, and identify which changes can help you get back on top of your game. Let’s make this life one of joy and resilience!

Kira is a degree qualified naturopath from the South Coast of NSW and is both the founder and clinical naturopath at NOW NATUROPATHICS. Kira’s passion for naturopathy began during her own health journey, where she first felt truly heard by a healthcare practitioner. Recognising that everyone’s path to health is unique, she now strives to help others redefine their wellbeing and achieve balance through a root-cause approach. Kira combines traditional knowledge with current evidence-based research to deliver the best possible treatment plans to her clients. Kira recognises the complex interplay between body systems and their effects on one another and therefore aims to pinpoint the root cause of one’s condition and work outwards from there. By combining conventional healthcare with; in-depth case taking, functional testing, nutraceutical supplementation and herbal medicines, Kira aims to re-balance the equilibrium of health at an individual level focusing on ones unique needs. Kira’s goal is to empower her clients with a deeper understanding of their health by providing personalised education on effective self-care strategies and proactive measures to both manage and prevent disease.