I am a Certified Practising Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine. I am passionate about helping people live a vital, healthy and happy life. My areas of special interest are gastrointestinal health, addiction, mental health, pain management, arthritic conditions, endometriosis, fibromyalgia, healthy ageing, metabolic syndrome, weight loss and reducing the risk of chronic diseases. The right diet and lifestyle can increase your health span, not just your lifespan.
Clinical Naturopath & Ayurveda Practitioner (BSc., BHSc.) Rochelle is a Bachelor of Health Science degree qualified Clinical Naturopath as well as a certified Ayurveda practitioner, yoga teacher and meditation coach of which she has over 15 years of experience spanning Sri Lanka, UK, Japan and Australia. She is the 3rd generation of the Pandith G. P. Wickramarachchi ayurvedic practitioner lineage in Sri Lanka. The desire to learn and understand more aspects of whole-system health sciences resulted in adding Yoga, Mindfulness, and Clinical Naturopathy to her knowledge base. Rochelle combines the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and the knowledge of Naturopathy, with the latest evidence-based research to design an individualised treatment plan for you. She is a firm believer of not merely treating the obvious signs and symptoms, but also balancing your unique mind-body Doshic constitution and mitigate the root cause of imbalanced health. Rochelle’s individualised treatment plans aim at supporting your body’s innate ability to heal and provide lasting health solutions to bring you back to your optimal self. Areas of Clinical Interest: Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health * Type2 Diabetes, * Atherosclerosis * NAFLD * Hypertension * Heart Health Musculoskeletal System * Osteoarthritis, * Osteoporosis, * Fibromyalgia * Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Autoimmune Conditions * Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis * Graves Disease * Rheumatoid Arthritis, * Gut issues resulting from autoimmune conditions. Reproductive System * Perimenopause * Menopause * Low libido Nervous system * Depression, Anxiety, Fatigue and Stress management * Migraine and tension headaches * Insomnia & sleep related issues Gut Health * Food intollerences * Reflux / GORD * Chronic Constipation * IBS & IBD Overall Health * Chronic Fatigue Syndrome * Long Covid & post viral syndrome * Immune support * Heavy Metals Detox website: samahealth.net.au Instagram: sama_health_
Katy's education and training include modalities covering Exercise Science, Nutrition and Naturopathy and loves specialising in hormones, fertility and building vibrant health. Female health - hormone imbalances which can lead too: -Weight Gain -PCOS -Endometriosis -Fertility issues -Gut health, bloating, constipation, IBS, SIBO, gut permeability & Yeast Infections -Irregular, Painful, Missing, & Heavy Periods -Acne & Skin Conditions including eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis -Breast changes, Swelling, Tenderness -Headaches, Migraines, Brain Fog -Hair Loss & Excess Body Hair -Fatigue, Depression, Anxiety, Panic & Mood disorders -Menopause, Hot Flushes -Loss of Libido, Painful Intercourse Male Health - Hormone imbalances which can lead too: -Fatigue -Insomnia & Sleep Issues -Weight Gain -Brain Fog -Metabolic Syndrome - diabetes, high blood pressure & cholesterol -Gut health - bloating, constipation, IBS, SIBO, gut permeability -Decrease Sexual Performance -Inability to Maintain Muscle Mass -Depression, Anxiety, Aggression, Irritability -Heart Disease -Osteoporosis Katy's specialties and passions come from years of working in multiple areas within the health industry. Having gained experience in a variety of health modalities over the years of education and training in gyms and fitness centres, as a personal trainer, fitness instructor, lifeguard, swim instructor, and Rehabilitation Specialist, sports trainer, Naturopath, herbalist and health enthusiast. These experiences and more have culminated in private practice, launching a specialty Naturopathic Clinic and Dispensary, KIN & TONICS, an online digital practice. With 10 years of health-based education and clinical experience, Katy develops researched-based individually tailored treatment plans which incorporate diet and lifestyle modifications, nutritional medicine, supplementation, herbal medicine, and functional testing.