Meet Lisa
Lisa is a leading Naturopath in the Sutherland Shire. Lisa strives to show her clients that good health is not be simply the absence of disease but rather a state where they find mental, physical and spiritual balance in all aspects of their life.
Her clients often report she has a unique approach and they enjoy her practical and realistic suggestions. Plus, she is always happy to work alongside your GP and specialists to ensure holistic care.
Lisa's Passion for Naturopathy & Nutrition:
Having been diagnosed with the auto-immune condition, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, one year after having her daughter, Lisa’s passion lies within all things thyroid and auto-immune related. Using a combination of conventional and complementary medicine, she has regained her health and energy and is passionate about helping her clients do the same so that they can live and enjoy their lives to the fullest.
In her spare time, Lisa enjoys spending time out in nature, growing plants and learning about the principles of permaculture. She is a passionate foodie and loves finding new spots to eat.
Professional Experience:
Lisa is also a lecturer and clinical supervisor at Endeavour College of Natural Therapies where she mentors students completing degrees in Nutrition and Naturopathy and has taught nutrition to dancers at ED5 performing Arts School. She has contributed as an expert writer to two textbooks on Naturopathic Medicine: Clinical Naturopathic Medicine and Foundations in Clinical Naturopathic Medicine.
Qualifications:
BA Science (Naturopathy), University of Western Sydney
Grad. Dip (Naturopathy), University of Western Sydney
Masters of Women’s Health, University of NSW
MATMS 22513
Services & Fees
Lisa is qualified to treat a wide range of health concerns through naturopathy and nutrition from her clinic in the Sutherland Shire. Her specialities are:
Lisa’s passion and speciality lies in the management of thyroid disorders including hypothyroid states such as Hashimotos and hyperthyroid states such as Graves Disease. Naturopathic management can help reduce signs and symptoms associated with thyroid disorders including fatigue and nodule formation.
Lisa specialises in the management of auto-immune conditions. Naturopathic therapies for auto-immune disease function on identifying the root cause and modifying diet, hormonal imbalance, poor adaption to stress and gut health, modulating rather than suppressing the immune system.
Many women suffer from pain, heavy periods and a range of mood disorders including anxiety and depression, while some women go years without getting a period at all. Lisa is an expert when it comes to helping you balance your hormones whatever the scenario.
Poor adaption to stress and the resultant fatigue are implicated in the pathogenesis of almost all disease. Lisa specialises in the wholistic management of stress states, teaching her clients how to regain their passion, zest and energy for life, using the basic principles of naturopathy.
Lisa is passionate about helping couples conceive as well as supporting them through a healthy pregnancy. Nutritional support of both partners prior to pregnancy may increase fertility and improve chances of a healthy pregnancy. A naturopath can also help provide advice on birthing styles, reducing risk of tearing and mastitis as well as breast-feeding support.
Lisa specialises in using food as medicine having written a book and lectured in the medicinal benefits of food for 6 years. She can analyse your diet providing advice on any potential nutritional deficiencies including iron and vitamin B12. Lisa can provide nutritional assistance with clients transitioning to gluten free, dairy free, vegan and vegetarian.
Lisa’s fee structure is the same for all appointment types. After an initial consultation, you may need a 30, 45 or 60 minute follow-up. Lisa will advise what length follow-up will be required.
Initial Consultation
60 minutes
$150
Follow-Up Appointment
60 minutes
$150
Follow-Up Appointment
45 minutes
$120
Follow-Up Appointment
30 minutes
$90
In the Media
Lisa regularly contributes to the media as an industry expert and has been published in the Sunday Telegraphs Body & Soul, Nature & Health magazine, Cosmopolitan, Cleo magazine to name but a few.
Testimonials
Blog
Your period and its influence on your mood
Ever noticed a dramatic change in mood in the lead up to your period? It might be worth tracking your cycle to see if there
Melatonin for management of endometriosis
Melatonin is a hormone most people associate with sleep, but it also has powerful effects on the immune system which can then have a flow
Is AMH a good marker of fertility?
AMH is the acronym used for Anti-Müllerian hormone, a hormone secreted by cells in the ovarian follicles. Testing the level of AMH is currently used
Contact Lisa
Clinical Location - Sutherland Shire
91-95 Caringbah Rd, Caringbah 2229
Please enter via the back through the gate in the garden
There is free parking available on the street