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Travis was born and raised south of Sydney on the shores of Jervis bay. He is a PACFA Registered Clinical Counsellor which is the most prestegious counselling certification in Australia. Upon completing his Bachelor of Counselling with the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP) and working at a Drug and Alcohol rehabilitation facility (Odyssey House) he took an opportunity to open a private counselling practice here in Nowra in 2020 called the Catharsis Society. Travis has since completed many advanced training programs including Clinical Hypnotherapy, Applied Neuroscience and Neuro Linguistic Programming and now specialises in CPTSD, PTSD, Trauma Informed Practice, ADHD Coaching, OCD, Depression and Anxiety. Travis has a unique ability to connect with people and build trust which is the cornerstone of The Catharsis Society.

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.

Victoria is an Accredited Practising Dietitian providing personalised nutrition for a variety of health conditions including gut problems, chronic disease, mental health and general nutrition matters. Victoria is particularly passionate about utilising elements of the Mediterranean lifestyle (dietary habits, stress reduction and strengthening of the gut-brain connection) to heal guts and nourish bodies & minds.

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.

Hi, I’m Tracey, a Naturopath and holistic healthcare professional dedicated to helping people reset their health, restore their vitality, and strengthen their emotional and sexual wellbeing. Health isn't just physical, it's emotional, mental, and deeply personal. I believe in connecting all parts of the self — mind, body, and spirit — to help people reconnect with their vitality, clarity, and strength.

Tamara is an experienced dietitian with a passion for helping people with acne or pimples. This condition is debilitating and can lead to significant distress for the individual. Tamara has honed her understanding of human nutrition and it's impact on the endocrine and immune systems during time working at various tertiary hospitals, including the Princess Alexandra Hospital and the Royal Brisbane Hospital, followed by work in Private Practice. Tamara chose to specialise in acne due to the impact it can have on the everyday life of sufferers.

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.