Find a Practitioner

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.

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.

Hello, my name is Cate, and I work as a Nutritionist and Menopause Specialist Coach located in Killawarra, NSW. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Health Science in Food & Nutrition, and I rely on a science-based approach for crafting my guidance plans and nutrition assessments. I specialise in addressing issues related to peri-menopause, menopause, and gut health. My professional background encompasses various roles, including nutrition consultation, health and wellness writing, recipe development, nutrition analysis, and menu planning. These experiences have offered me the opportunity to collaborate with individual clients and community groups, fostering inspiration and positive change. My personal journey with early-onset menopause, attributed to a history of breast cancer, led me to recognise a significant gap in support available for women grappling with symptoms during peri-menopause and menopause. This realisation ignited my passion for assisting women in understanding the underlying causes of their symptoms and making gradual lifestyle adjustments, with a specific emphasis on nutrition, enhancing sleep quality, and stress management. My primary focus centres on active listening to my patients and empowering them with knowledge about their health. I aim to enable individuals to achieve optimal well-being, while also taking proactive steps to help prevent future health issues and chronic diseases.

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

Sophie is a Clinical Nutritionist accredited through the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS) and practises at Mosman Integrative Medicine. She works with patients experiencing ongoing or complex health concerns, with particular focus on: • gut and microbiome health • food intolerances and biochemical sensitivities • histamine intolerance • oxalate sensitivity • post-viral fatigue • autoimmune conditions • bone health Sophie combines clinical nutrition with functional testing where appropriate to help identify underlying drivers of symptoms. Her approach focuses on creating practical and personalised nutrition strategies that support long-term health and wellbeing.

Jen Strachan is a degree qualified Naturopath and Herbalist, with 13 years clinical experience. Her speciality areas are thyroid health and digestive health, which extends to supporting any further concerns her patients may present with In-depth blood test interpretation and functional testing such as microbiome and SIBO testing, DNA reports and DUTCH Hormone testing are utilised by many of her patients to gain deeper insight into their health and wellbeing She believes firmly that natural medicine provides the holistic healthcare that many seek and loves nothing more than to empower her patients on their healing journey https://www.jsnaturopath.com.au

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.

I am a Functional Nutrition Consultant, Certified GAPS Practitioner and mum of three. I'm dedicated to helping others achieve their health goals by addressing the root cause of digestive issues, health conditions and any other aspect they want to improve. I combine evidence-based but also anecdotal cases using traditional and holistic practices to support wellness and help individuals reclaim their health. My passion is to help people make better choices for themselves and their family. I implement the GAPS Nutritional Protocol for root cause and deep healing to educate and empower people to go that bit further. From gut healing to fixing function, many conditions people are faced with in today's environmental and lifestyle challenges can be resolved. I have a huge interest in traditional cooking; I love fermenting and embrace the slower style of food preparation. I understand the pressures of raising a family and bringing nutrient rich food to the table and I endeavour to help makes things simpler and achievable. Personally, I have implemented GAPS and am blown away by what small shifts can be made when you integrate healing foods and the flow on effect with other issues. I want to educate others because I believe any condition can be improved.