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Hi and Welcome! I am an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician. I also have studied Exercise Sports Science and I’m a qualified Physiotherapist. As you can see from my qualifications I have always had a unique fascination with the human body, what makes it tick and how we can assist it to function optimally. However, there were a few years when I was in my early twenties, that this love and passion for wellbeing became obsessive and disordered. I developed an eating disorder which required hospitalisation. I had a lengthy inpatient admission and then attended the day program and all of the specialist appointments that were required for me to progress in recovery. It took me many years to navigate the rocky path to reach full recovery, but I am very proud to say that I have 100% recovered from my eating disorder. I am now an incredibly happy human who has a fabulous relationship with food and my body. I have extensive experience in working with eating disorder and disordered eating clients; from inpatients to day program and to outpatients – in the private practice setting. I have worked with hundreds if not thousands of woman to help them overcome their eating disorder, regain control of their life and enjoy food again. What I have noticed however is that the traditional model of seeing clients for an initial consultation, then seeing them over subsequent weeks and months for follow up consultations was certainly not the most effective way for the client to achieve their optimal result in the most condensed timeframe possible. There is a huge portion of time between sessions where questions might be thought of, support or guidance required and the need for accountability is high. I have used my own journey, evidence-based practice, and my own clinical experience to create a program and support service which I wish existed when I was going through recovery, I felt very alone and isolated, like no one really got it. I’m here to let you know that I get it, I truly do; and I would love to hold your hand through the journey from fearing food to food freedom.

I am qualified and registered Naturopath, Medical Herbalist and Nutritionist and Neo-Shamanic Energy Healer. I am founder of Change Naturopathy, and practicing in my private practice and at the Life Centre, Auckland. I emigrated from Yugoslavia to New Zealand in 1997. My life path took me from the carrier in industrial chemistry and environmental science to natural medicine and energy healing. My mission is to share and inspire how to use healing power of nature for balancing all four bodies -physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. I belief that identifying and eliminate underlying cause of the health concern is the crucial for achieving optimal wellness. To assist natural healing process, I recommend and employ combination of nutritional and lifestyle modifications, herbal medicine, nutritional supplements, and energy healing. I am passionate about mental health and supporting and educating clients about stress, anxiety and depression management. I am continuously researching and learning about gut health and gut connection to other body systems. I also have long lasting interest in spirituality and exploring energy healing. I really enjoy supporting people to achieve optimal wellness by balancing body, mind, and spirit, allowing to find again their spark and purpose in life.

Tessa Scott is a Registered Nutritionist (Nutrition Society of New Zealand) and Registered Medical Herbalist (Association of Medical Herbalists of New Zealand) based in Dunedin, New Zealand. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition from the University of Otago and an Advanced Diploma in Naturopathy. Tessa’s professional and research interests lie in women’s health, maternal wellbeing, and the role of early-life nutrition in lifelong health outcomes. She combines evidence-based nutrition with naturopathic principles to support holistic and sustainable wellbeing across the lifespan.

Hi, I’m Suzi - a certified practicing nutritionist with a BHSc in Nutritional Medicine. I was trained to look beyond the symptoms you might be experiencing, to get to the root cause of your health concerns. Once identified, I will work with you to try and correct the underlying problem, rather than masking it with a band-aid solution. I use evidence-based knowledge and naturopathic philosophies for a holistic approach to health and wellness. This includes the latest research in food as medicine, nutritional supplements and mindfulness-based techniques. Whilst I treat a range of health concerns and disorders, I have a particular interest in gut health, skin conditions, hormonal and reproductive health, including preconception, fertility, and menopause as well as weight loss. I am a compassionate and nurturing practitioner and trainer, who is dedicated to having you feeling, looking, moving and, thinking better.

Vinci Chan-Duffell is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with over 15 years of experience, and a Mum. She combines evidence-based nutrition, lived experience, and a neuro-affirming lens to help families move from mealtime stress to calm, confidence, and connection. Her approach is grounded in compassion and practicality — supporting children to explore new foods at their own pace, while helping parents feel empowered with realistic strategies that truly work in everyday life. Families who work with Vinci describe her support as gentle, effective, and transformative — helping them not only improve nutrition, but also rediscover joy at the table.

The fundamental philosophy for Circle of Health is that all people should have the opportunity to live long, healthy lives. What I have learnt from my studies, life experiences and noticing gaps in the education of young adults aged 20 to 30 years, this business initiative has been developed to empower them to be manage their own health and wellbeing and establish preventative health practices with a commitment to sharing and providing education, information, strategies and motivation to improve their health and food choices to achieve optimal health and wellbeing. Circle of Health offers online consultation sessions to create a comprehensive health assessment and the development of a personalised treatment plan that considers the client's unique needs and supports their overall health and nutrition-related goals. Experiencing ongoing health issues from early childhood and growing up in a rural community on my grandparent's property provided an environment for healthy living, implementing sustainable and ethical practices with the farm to table process and in later life when I moved to the city, discovering the benefits of healthy dietary practices, exercise and lifestyle strategies recommended by Clinical Nutritionists, Dietitians and other holistic health professionals which ultimately led to the decision to study the Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine).

Jean has a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy and years of clinical experience in private practice. A gardener, a cook and a dog mum. Currently undertaking a Graduate Diploma in Psychology.

Susan L Williams Clinical Hypnotherapist | Holistic Health & Mindset Transformation Specialist Sue Williams is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and holistic health practitioner dedicated to helping clients achieve peak mental and physical well-being. She specializes in combining hypnotherapy, mindset transformation, and quantum biology to address deep-rooted challenges, including stress, fear, and limiting beliefs. Her trademarked modality, NeuroBiogetix®, empowers clients—particularly athletes and fitness enthusiasts—to improve performance, recovery, and resilience by strengthening the mind-body connection. With expertise spanning emotional healing, energy balancing, and personalized wellness strategies, Dr. Williams offers a comprehensive approach that supports clients in achieving sustainable health goals. She is also an advocate for animal well-being, using hands-on and remote energy healing for pets and equine athletes. Sue Williams continues to expand her practice through ongoing professional development. Her upcoming book, "Peak Health and Performance through NeuroBiogetix®", and self-guided wellness courses reflect her commitment to providing clients with innovative tools for transformation. Her work inspires clients to take control of their health, break free from self-imposed limitations, and live with greater confidence, vitality, and purpose.

Krusha is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and member of the Dietitian Association of Australia (DAA). Krusha has received her Master of Dietetics and Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science from Curtin University. She is currently working in various GP clinics in Perth and have a strong interest in community health and chronic disease. Through the use of latest evidence-based information and practice guidelines, Krusha is invested in helping her patients navigate their health conditions and create positive relationship with food by enabling her patients to make appropriate food and lifestyle changes that align with their food preferences, lifestyle needs, cultural backgrounds, and health goals. Krusha grew up in Singapore hence, she is well versed in different cultural foods such as Indian, Malaysian and Chinese cuisine as well as western diets and currently work with patients from various cultural background in her current work. Krusha has a strong belief in incorporating her patient's cultural foods to her intervention to allow long term sustainable food choices for these individuals. Krusha can speak English, Hindi and Gujarati. Krusha has experience in a range of clinical conditions and have a good understanding of diet & disease relationships. Her key areas of interest is as follows: 1.Weight management 2. Malnutrition/underweight 3. Chronic Health management : Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiovascular health 4. Autism / ADHD 5. Coeliac Disease/ Gluten intolerance 6. Irritable Bowel Disease : low FODMAP diet 7. Women Health : Endometriosis and PCOS 8. Oncology Nutrition 9.Failure to Thrive/poor growth/Fussy eating 10. Gastrointestinal conditions – diarrhoea, constipation/reflux, stoma management & diverticulitis