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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.

Monday Thursday Friday in Jo's Herbadashery Brookvale and Wednesday at Akasha Health Manly. Jo is a passionate and experienced Western Herbal Medicine practitioner dedicated to helping people achieve better health, vitality, and wellbeing through personalised natural healthcare. With more than 22 years in clinical practice, Jo combines extensive knowledge, ongoing research, and a genuine commitment to supporting each person's unique health journey. After initially working in corporate accounting, Jo discovered her true calling in natural medicine and graduated from Nature Care College in Sydney in 2004. Since then, she has worked in private practice across Sydney, helping individuals and families address a wide range of health concerns including digestive health, perimenopause, hormonal balance, dementia, immune health, recurrent infections, and healthy ageing. A defining influence on Jo's career was a visit to the renowned herbal apothecary Napier's in Edinburgh, Scotland. Inspired by the traditional craft of creating bespoke herbal remedies, she established Herbadashery in 2013, where she continues to formulate her own range of herbal bitters, teas, elixirs, syrups, and customised herbal medicines. Her goal is to make high-quality herbal healthcare both accessible and practical for everyday life. Jo is known for her thorough, individualised approach. She focuses not only on symptoms but also on identifying and addressing underlying causes of ill health. She continually expands her knowledge through professional development, including studies in medical astrology with Kira Sutherland and ongoing training as an End of Life Doula. As a full member of the NHAA, Jo offers evidence-informed herbal medicine tailored to each client's needs. Whether you're seeking support for a specific health concern or looking to optimise your overall wellbeing, Jo provides compassionate, practical care to help you reach your health goals naturally. Appointments are available at Herbadashery in Brookvale on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and at Akasha Health in Manly on Wednesdays. Jo is at the Herbadashery (1/1 Mitchell Rd, Brookvale) Monday Thursday and Friday and also practices in Manly on Wednesdays (Akasha Health 7 West Promenade, Manly). Telehealth available Monday Thursday and Friday.

Nutrigenomic Health Practitioner Clinical Nurse | Naturopath

Cara Cook is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who combines her expertise in nutrition with a background in culinary arts. Her approach emphasises gentle education to empower clients in exploring food choices that enhance overall health. Cara is particularly passionate about Women's Health throughout different life stages, working with adolescents to sustain performance at school and sport, addressing food challenges in adults with neurodiversity, and managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and heart health through dietary interventions. Unlike traditional weight-centric approaches, Cara prioritises health outcomes, encouraging clients to make sustainable changes irrespective of body shape. Her philosophy underscores the importance of fostering lasting habits that support long-term well-being. Cara is skilled at delivering group health presentations to community, school and corporate groups. Contact Cara to find out more.

Anita is a Registered Nurse, Midwife, and Naturopath with 30 years of experience in acute hospital, aeromedical and community settings including clinical education and private practice. Her work sits at the interface of conventional and complementary medicine. Anita's care is individualised, heart-centered and intuitive, balanced with principles of evidence-based modern medicine. This approach means your care is collaborative with your healthcare team and most importantly, your personal wishes inform your care plan. At Matrona Health, we support women and clinicians navigating exhaustion and depletion across all seasons of life from pregnancy to menopause using naturopathic and energy medicine principles. If you're seeking an holistic approach to your pregnancy, birthing and post-natal journey where you feel balanced and strengthened for motherhood, check out our Perinatal Naturopathy Package, which incorporates naturopathy, aromatherapy, and energy medicine including Five Element Acupressure and Midwifery Acuneedling (acupuncture using specialist midwifery protocols). Anita is available for online telehealth and clinic appointments in North Lakes, Queensland. Home visits can be arranged for subsequent appointments for locations within 30 minutes of the Redcliffe Peninsula. Please email to confirm availability: [email protected]

Alison works alongside people to help guide them to eat well and live healthy lifestyles. As a qualified clinical nutritionist, she uses current scientific evidence and traditional food wisdom to influence the function and balance of the body, and to treat or prevent disease. Alison loves to teach and help others understand how their body is responding to food and the environment, and helps build well-being in a practical way, positively influencing a person's daily life. As a holistic practitioner, Alison treats the cause and not the symptoms. She has had varied experiences with clients from all walks of life, and has special interest in digestive and gut issues, gut pathogenic overgrowth including bacterial and fungal, auto-immune disease, fatigue, menopause and peri-menopause, metabolic health including insulin resistance, managing weight and sleep issues. Reach out to Alison through email or book a ten minute discovery call to answer your questions and find if we are the right for each other. Qualified with Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine with Distinction at Endeavour College of Natural Health Worked as Clinical Nutritionist in Brookfield, Brisbane. Also qualified as Bioresonance practitioner for 10 years.

I offer nutritional medicine support through a deeply client-centered approach, drawing on over 20 years of experience in mental health, social and emotional well-being, and suicide intervention. My work is grounded in both evidence-based nutrition and compassionate conversation, helping clients navigate challenges like anxiety, burnout, perimenopause and ADHD with practical strategies tailored to their needs.

Tammy Shemesh is a Clinical Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional Medicine) and is an accredited member of the Australian Natural Therapists Association. Tammy’s expertise spans fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, paediatrics, and adolescent health, with a focus on physical, emotional, and developmental wellbeing across all life stages. She offers holistic, evidence-informed care for infants, children, teenagers, and women, including those navigating complex relationships with food, eating challenges, and chronic health concerns. Tammy supports clients with: - Preparing couples for positive fertility outcomes - Improving egg and sperm quality - Reproductive, menstrual, and hormonal health - Preparing the body for IVF - Supporting healthy pregnancies and reducing the risk of gestational diabetes - Prenatal nutrition and supplementation guidance - Post-birth recovery, hormonal support, and preventing postpartum depletion - Nutritional support for breastfeeding and milk supply - Preparing for a subsequent pregnancy Infant and Child Health: - Infant weaning, digestion, reflux, and poor weight gain - Food sensitivities and immune system support - Managing eczema, allergies, and frequent infections - Gut health issues including colic, constipation, and chronic antibiotic use - Nutrition for growth, focus, learning, and puberty - Picky eating and feeding challenges - Supporting teens with low energy, mood changes, and disordered eating Gut and Immune Health: - IBS, SIBO, leaky gut, and microbiome imbalances - Chronic digestive issues in adults and children - Rebuilding immunity after frequent illness or antibiotics - Identifying and addressing underlying drivers of fatigue, food intolerances, and inflammation Women's Health & Hormones: - Support for perimenopause including hormonal shifts, mood, sleep, and metabolism - Eating disorder recovery and emotional eating using a non-diet, trauma-informed approach - Body image healing across all life stages Tammy is also an Eating Psychology Health Coach and has worked with women and teens in private eating disorder clinics. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in education, body respect, and nervous system support. She empowers clients to tune into their body's needs and become their own nutrition experts, using functional testing where appropriate. Available testing includes DUTCH hormone testing, GI Mapping, Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, and more. Tammy is also a 1,000-hour certified yoga teacher with additional training in fertility and prenatal yoga. Appointments are available online for clients across Australia via telehealth. Tammy accepts private health funds—many providers offer rebates. Please check with your insurer to confirm your eligibility. You're welcome to book a free 10-minute Discovery Call to see if working together is the right fit. All new clients must begin with a 'Nutritionist Initial' appointment (up to 60 minutes). Testing, follow-up, and review consultations can be booked after this first session. If you’re unable to find a suitable time online, please call or text 0458 984 808 for assistance.

I’m an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a special interest in women's health, fertility and gut health. I support individuals and couples with personalised, evidence-based nutrition strategies designed to optimise reproductive health, balance hormones, and nourish the body for long-term wellness. My approach focuses on understanding your unique health history, symptoms, and goals to create a plan that is both effective and sustainable. I believe nutrition should feel simple, supportive, and grounded in real life. Through one-on-one guidance, I help you cut through the overwhelm, address root causes, and build nourishing habits that support your body now and into the future. Whether you're working on your gut health, preparing for pregnancy or looking to improve your overall health, I’m here to guide you with clarity and care.