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When I came to Naturopathy, it was to resolve my personal health challenges. I felt let down by the current medical model and lost in a plethora of information to get to the bottom of why I was feeling just terrible, despite being one of the ‘healthiest’ people I knew! I was unable to get the support I needed from our medical system, constrained by unrealistically short appointments and with no clearly diagnosed illness. Ultimately, I was compelled to look for answers elsewhere, finding them in the world of natural therapies and a wholistic approach. My commitment to all my patients is to make sure you get the support you need, to go beyond the surface level approach, understand the drivers behind your symptoms, and identify which changes can help you get back on top of your game. Let’s make this life one of joy and resilience!

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 from Monday 20th July in Monbulk. Flexible weekend and after hours available. Note if you are based in Bendigo, I am currently not taking any new appointments in person as we are relocating. If you'd like to join the cancellation list or express your interest in a future session in Bendigo, email me at [email protected] Dione supports both women and men's health in addition to school aged children and adolescents. Functional pathology, microbiome and diagnostic testing available (non medicare funded) Full onsite dispensary stocked including liquid herbal tinctures, natural medicine compounding and Practitioner Only Supplements.

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.

Jessica is a highly trained naturopath and nutritionist with a clinical focus on microbiome related conditions. With extensive clinical experience in gastrointestinal conditions and dysbiosis, she appreciates how the whole body benefits when internal balance is restored. As a big picture thinker, Jessica combines her clients’ unique circumstances alongside the inter-relationship of nutrition, physiology, the microbiota and lifestyle to gain a thorough understanding of each case. She is highly skilled in microbiome interpretation, conditions such as IBS, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), inflammatory bowel disease, constipation, gastrointestinal infection, post antibiotic microbiome support, coeliac disease and intestinal permeability. Other areas of focus include metabolic conditions, cardiovascular disease, allergy, mental health; and support for oral, vaginal, penile microbiomes and healthy pregnancy. Jessica offers online appointments Australia wide. For further information about working together, please book a free introductory call to discuss your needs.

Maddy is a Sunny Coast based Clinical Nutritionist with over 10 years of experience in the health and wellness industry as a Personal Trainer, and Sports Massage Therapist. She specialises in personalised care supporting busy adults with ongoing health concerns who are looking for a more comprehensive, multi-modality approach. Maddy takes the time to understand each client’s full health story, including their medical history, pathology, symptoms, lifestyle, nutrition, movement, stress and sleep. Through a detailed health assessment, she will identify key contributing factors, investigate deeper with functional testing, to then create a clear and practical treatment plan that is tailored to the individual not just one-size-fits-all advice. Her approach combines food as medicine, targeted nutraceutical supplementation, lifestyle strategies, movement, and recovery support to help clients build sustainable habits and improve long-term health outcomes. Whole Body Edit is centred around supporting all body systems through small, sustainable edits that create lasting change.

I’m an integrative health clinician and consultant pharmacist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I use precision medicine and DNA insights to help you make better decisions about medications, food, and lifestyle — based on your unique biology. As the founder of the Precision Medication Method™, I help you: • Understand how your genes may influence your response to certain medications • Share relevant pharmacogenomic insights with your doctor to support safe, effective prescribing • Gain clarity about your current medications and supplements — what’s working, what might not be • Personalise your nutrition and lifestyle using genetic and metabolic data • Address gut health issues by targeting the gut–immune–brain axis with strategies that aim to reduce inflammation, support mental clarity, and build long-term resilience Together, we can: • Review your current medications and supplements • Clarify which medications may no longer be necessary • Create a safer, simpler medication plan in partnership with your doctor • Explore opportunities to reduce medication burden — only where appropriate • Use nutrition and lifestyle tools to help restore function, not just manage symptoms • Rebalance your gut and metabolic health to improve energy, mood, and long-term wellbeing I help you move from medication overload and uncertainty to a more stable, personalised path to long-term health. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, book a free strategy call.

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]