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Melissa is a Senior Accredited Practising Dietitian in maternal & paediatric nutrition based in Adelaide, South Australia. With nearly two decades of specialised clinical expertise in tertiary hospitals, she has dedicated her career to transforming the health outcomes of mothers, babies, and children through her compassionate, non-judgemental approach and best practice evidence-based nutritional guidance. She specialises in paediatric nutrition areas such as nutrition in disability and rehabilitation, infant feeding guidance, growth and feeding assessment, oral and enteral nutrition as well as peri-natal nutrition, including nutrition for fertility, healthy pregnancy and beyond. Melissa is currently offering online, telehealth and home visits for NDIS participants within 30mins from Adelaide CBD. Please send her an email to check her availability for this at [email protected]

I help women, children and men understand and celebrate the way their bodies can thrive naturally. Consulting online. Special interests include gut health, hormones, immune health, stress, anxiety, fatigue and skin health.

Bec is deeply passionate about holistic health, drawing from her clinical naturopathic experience and years as an adventure guide in the Blue Mountains and Tasmania. She recognises the strong connection between physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being. As a degree-qualified naturopath, Bec integrates evidence-based practices with traditional healing methods to help individuals live balanced, fulfilling lives. With a focus on preventative health and supporting your current experience, she offers personalised treatment plans that combine lifestyle practices, nutrition, and herbal medicines. Bec’s areas of special interest include women’s health, the nervous system, and fatigue management, empowering clients to connect with their authentic selves and thrive. Areas of interest: • Women’s health: menstrual irregularities, hormonal conditions, Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), peri-menopause and menopause • Mental health: stress management, anxiety and low mood • Neuroendocrinology and Fatigue Management: burnout • Sleep disorders: insomnia, narcolepsy and supporting shift workers • Skin conditions: acne, eczema and psoriasis • Immune system health: reoccurring illness, infections, allergy, sinus infections • Osteoporosis, bone health and healthy aging • Pain, inflammation and arthritis support • Digestive health: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Reflux • Circulation disorders: Raynaud's syndrome • Vegan and vegetarian nutrition Outside of the clinic, Bec’s love for adventure takes her to wild places, hiking, climbing, and exploring the outdoors. Her passion for cooking is another extension of her holistic philosophy, where she believes in the concept of "food as medicine," creating nourishing and therapeutic meals for herself and her clients. With over four years of naturopathic experience, Bec has worked extensively with a range of acute and chronic conditions with clinical excellence. She believes that treating health is a collaborative process, where empowering, educating, motivating and supporting clients brings about lasting transformation and joy. *If the timings listed don't suit, please email me so we can find a time that works for you. Email: [email protected] *Consultation prices listed in AUD. Instagram: for recipes and wellness tips visit @goodnessandgrace.naturopathy

Cara Cook is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and qualified chef who combines evidence-based nutrition advice with practical, achievable food strategies. Having completed the Sports Dietitians Australia Sports Nutrition Course, Cara supports individual athletes and sporting teams to fuel effectively for training, competition, recovery and long-term health. She works with athletes across life stages and levels of participation—from adolescents balancing school and sport to adults participating in community and competitive sport. Cara provides practical guidance on everyday nutrition, meal and snack planning, hydration, competition-day fuelling, recovery and the prevention of under-fuelling and low energy availability. She also delivers tailored sports nutrition education and presentations for teams, clubs, schools and sporting organisations. Cara is particularly passionate about women’s health across the lifespan. She also supports adults experiencing food-related challenges associated with neurodivergence and people managing chronic conditions, including type 2 diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Taking a weight-inclusive approach, Cara focuses on health, performance and well-being rather than body size. Through gentle, non-judgemental education, she helps clients build confidence around food and develop realistic, sustainable habits that fit their lives. Cara is available for individual consultations, team nutrition support, and presentations for sporting clubs, schools, community organisations and workplaces. Contact Cara to discuss how she can support you or your team.

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.

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.

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 Tara, a naturopath based in Yallingup, Western Australia, with a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy). I’ve always been passionate about health, wellness and the healing power of plants, and over the years I’ve lived and travelled in many places around the world. When I moved to Australia, it felt like I had come home — and here I found a way to combine my love of nature, curiosity about human biology, and desire to support others’ wellbeing. I specialise in integrative, whole-person care — blending nutrition, herbal medicine and, when helpful, functional testing (genetic, microbiome or hormone) — to support mental-health, hormonal, gut and overall wellness. A big focus of my work is with people in a 28-day rehabilitation program: clients navigating addiction recovery, trauma or complex mental-health challenges. I also welcome those seeking support for hormonal imbalance, gut health, lifestyle-related concerns, or simply a path toward better long-term wellbeing. For me, naturopathy is about more than treating symptoms — it’s about supporting the whole person: body, mind, environment and life context. I strive to create a compassionate, respectful and collaborative space where you feel heard and empowered. I aim to help you understand your body’s needs, gently restore balance, and guide you toward sustainable health over time. When I’m not working with clients, I’m raising my children, caring for our rural property (animals, garden, meal planning, household routines), and weaving nourishment and rhythm into everyday life. I believe the way we live — the food we eat, the spaces we inhabit, the routines we keep — is deeply tied to health. If you’re looking for a practitioner who values connection, gentleness, and holistic wellness — someone who sees you beyond the symptoms — I’d be honored to walk beside you on your healing journey.

When your hormones, gut and energy feel out of sync — you deserve clarity, not guesswork At Matar Health we provide personalised, evidence-based nutrition care for women, teens and families navigating hormone shifts, gut issues, metabolic concerns and stress-related symptoms. Providing nutritional health support for the whole family with a range of specific health concerns. We have continuing education and a special interest in Women's Health conditions; PCOS, Endometriosis, Period Pain, Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, PMS, PMDD, Peri-menopause, Menopause, Skin Health, Breast Health, Gut health and Weight loss.