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Karen Ansell is a highly experienced University qualified Naturopath & Nutritionist with over 30 years in the health and fitness industry. Karen graduated with an Excellence in Naturopathy award and is dedicated to furthering her knowledge and keeping up to date with the latest clinical research. Karen takes you on a journey of education and empowerment to understand your needs for preventative health care to rediscover your vitality. Karen was an elite athlete in her high school years winning Australian and Pacific Games championships in middle distance and cross country running as well as run/swim Aquathons. Karen worked in the top health spa resorts of Thailand for several years treating many famous high profile guests before returning to Sydney to start her busy Be in Balance Naturopath Clinic. Karen enjoys treating a diverse range of ages from babies to elderly and a range of conditions such as gut and digestion, immune and autoimmunity, stress and sleep, hormones and weight management, inflammation and energy, migraines and histamine intolerance, perimenopause and menopause, cancer support care, fertility and pregnancy and more. Karen utilises biomedical testing options, and clinically trialled supplements as well as working with food as medicine. Karen is caring and intuitive to your needs and goes above and beyond to individualise treatment, ensuring a gift of wellness for every client she meets.

Lara strives to support her clients in achieving optimal health and well-being as well as becoming the best versions of themselves. Through personalised consultations and comprehensive assessments, she educates her clients on the importance of healthy lifestyle habits as well as supplementing their diets with nutrients and herbs that may be depleted by lifestyle, stress, genetic dispositions, and medications. Her approach is rooted in the belief that true healing involves addressing the root causes of illness and restoring the body's natural equilibrium while aiming for lasting improvements rather than fostering dependency on ongoing treatments. Her dedication to bridging the gap between conventional medicine and holistic healing reflects her conviction that a comprehensive approach is essential for promoting lasting health and vitality. Part of Lara's approach is to replace any nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that necessary medications can deplete from the body. With this perspective, both pharmaceutical and naturopathic medications can work together when necessary.

Matar Health is a Holistic Nutrition Clinic, 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."

Belinda is an experienced midwife, having over 20 years working in the public & private sectors in various states of Australia, and overseas, and Private Practice Home Births. Belinda is passionate about natural birthing and offers home birth services in southern, central and eastern Tasmania. She has birth pools available for hire for her clients, and women birthing elsewhere. Belinda also offers naturopathy and herbal medicine consultations.

Jean has always been interested in eating nourishing food and managing her family’s health and wellbeing with natural therapies. She believes strongly in ‘food as medicine’ and works with her clients to educate them and help them implement dietary changes in ways that suit their busy lifestyle. Jean’s practice focuses on: • Gut health • Female reproductive health • Pre-conception and pregnancy nutrition • Natural fertility and IVF support • Thyroid disorders • Children’s health and nutrition • Mental health conditions • Learning disorders Jean teaches the Buteyko method of breathing re-training to both groups and individual clients. Buteyko breathing is highly beneficial for clients with conditions such learning disorders, asthma, sinusitis, sleep apnoea, snoring, reflux, IBS, and anxiety. Jean also utilizes the powerful medicinal properties of herbs to address dysregulation of body systems and enhance energy production. Where appropriate Jean uses functional testing to gain a greater understanding of her clients’ health status. She finds testing can be particularly useful when treating hormonal imbalance, food allergies and intolerances, mood disorders and to identify genetic predispositions.

Hello! I’m Elise, an Accredited Practicing Dietitian specialising in Pregnancy and Paediatric Nutrition. Through my experience as a Paediatric Dietitian, I have witnessed the profound impact my support and guidance can have on the lives and futures of young individuals. One of my passions is assisting families in reducing the stress and confusion surrounding food and eating. I provide personalised approaches to empower families to make informed choices, leading to positive transformations over time.

I am a qualified Naturopath and Body Therapist with a strong background in science. My work is focused on helping people with complex chronic conditions, including Lyme disease, mold exposure, heavy metal toxicity, endometriosis, and digestive and lymphatic system issues.

I am a degree-qualified Naturopath with a passion for holistic well-being. Based in an integrative clinic, I've had the privilege of working alongside renowned integrative doctors, enriching my expertise. My career has been defined by my commitment to transforming lives. I've successfully aided individuals dealing with a wide spectrum of health challenges, including endometriosis, hormone imbalances, weight loss, mental health concerns, gut disorders, autoimmune conditions, and metabolic dysfunction. My approach blends traditional wisdom with cutting-edge insights, offering clients a unique and effective path to optimal health. With a profound dedication to your well-being, I'm here to guide you towards a healthier, happier you.

Supporting you to achieve your health goals and experience true healing through the power of nutrition. ​My approach is evidence-based and I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms as they arise. ​My aim is to empower my clients with the knowledge and tools they need to take charge of their health and achieve optimal wellness. ​Whether you're looking to lose weight, manage a chronic condition, or simply improve your overall health, I'm here to support you on your journey. Maryssa is a holistic nutritionist, passionate about disease prevention & the management of chronic conditions including: diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity, heart disease, insulin resistance, PCOS & perimenopause. ​​Areas of focus include: Chronic disease Gut health Hormonal health Immune support Men's health Skin health Thyroid conditions Weight management​ Women's health ​