discover your vitality
with personalised herbal medicine, nutritional guidance, detoxification protocols and lifestyle enhancements.
meet ingrid
I am a clinical naturopath and registered nurse, working in both my own naturopathy clinic and in theatre. I have extensive experience across a broad range of major and minor surgeries, particularly in gynaecology, obstetrics, gastrointestinal/general and ENT. Additionally, I have a bachelor’s degree in medical science with an honours in gastroenterology. I am fully plant-based and have worked and lived a substantial part of my life in pursuit of optimal health and healing for myself and my patients. Through seeing and experiencing the limitations of symptom-based approaches to illness using conventional medicine, I was led to find the root cause of dis-ease and have a deeper understanding of how to heal the body naturally without causing negative downstream impacts.
My journey has involved a profound path of learning, self-discovery and exploration in which I have personally experienced and tested the immense power of plant-based nutrition, herbal medicine, regenerative detoxification, cleansing protocols, fasting and other natural practices to heal the body, restore optimal vitality and create abundant energy. This is something I have personally lived and breathed over the last decade through embodying many of these practices in my own life and also in supporting my partner on an incredible journey to heal naturally from a life-altering diagnosis.
My qualifications include:
Master’s in Naturopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Nursing
Honours in Science (thesis in Gastroenterology with a focus on Inflammatory Bowel Disease)
Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Biology with a Major in Diagnostic Pathology
what is naturopathy?
Naturopathy is a holistic approach to health and healing using natural medicine (herbs), nutrition (diet modifications, supplements and neutraceuticals), protocols for healing and regeneration, physical assessments, pathology and functional testing (blood tests, gut microbiome analysis), and lifestyle and environment changes to achieve optimal wellbeing. Naturopathy aims to integrate both traditional knowledge and practice with scientific evidence.
The body has an innate and immense capacity to heal when supported physically, mentally, spiritually and energetically. Naturopathy uncovers and addresses the root cause of disease and imbalance, rather than only addressing the patient’s symptoms - the effectiveness of this approach should not be underestimated.
A simple example of this is that conventional medicine will temporarily mask a patient’s pain with drugs. In contrast, a naturopath would seek to find the source of this pain and provide support.
Naturopathy is also preventative medicine by enhancing the body’s natural processes and resilience through different life stages.
The methods used in naturopathy are non-invasive and aim to heal the patient without causing harm.
When the standard approach stops working, naturopathy begins.
my approach to healing
I believe that knowledge alone isn’t enough; true healing requires a structured, consistent, and disciplined approach with guidance from a qualified practitioner. My work supports clients in making necessary changes that create lasting results and expansion of themselves and their lives.
Through my own transformative experience, I discovered the power of detoxification and have since made it a cornerstone of my approach to treating dis-ease in the body. Detoxification encompasses the sciences of chemistry, biochemistry, botanical science and physics.
When we optimise the body’s detoxification pathways, we support the elimination of toxins and chemicals (which build up from the food we eat and the environment we live in), excess hormones and internal metabolic wastes, that contribute to chronic disease. At its core, detoxification plays a fundamental role in preventing disease, healing, and long-term well-being.
how i can help you
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naturopath consultations
These involve a comprehensive case analysis involving an in-depth exploration and questions regarding your health, physical assessments, functional and pathology testing, referrals and treatment plans encompassing herbal medicine, nutraceuticals, nutritional programs, lifestyle and environment suggestions - all unique (& researched) to you.
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naturopathic medicine
Pharmaceutical-grade prescription-only natural medicines to support you on your health journey.
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detoxification protocols
During dedicated periods of deep detoxification, it's beneficial to have guidance and support, especially when things get tough, health crises arise, or questions come up. Having a structured plan and a practitioner to guide you ensures you get the most out of the experience.
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group & community sessions
1-2 hour group sessions, both in-person in the community or online. These sessions encompass an educational element and/or a hands-on element. To stay up to date with upcoming sessions please subscribe to the email list to be the first to know. Please email regarding collaborating together for your workplace.
