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Naturopathy is a heath care philosophy that examines each of the body systems, encouraging synergy to promote optimum health. Treatment usually involves the combination of Herbal Medicine, Flower Essences, Nutrient Supplementation, as well as nutritional and lifestyle advice, to support many key health problems, both chronic and acute.

An initial consult of 60-75 minutes is required for all new and lapsed (greater than two years since last appointment) clients. It is an in-depth consult covering both the presenting/chief health issue, as well as a systems overview. Follow-up consults are designed to check in with how the treatment protocol is going, and where we … Continue reading “WHAT IS NATUROPATHIC CONSULT?”

In an initial consult you will be asked to discuss the health complaint that has brought in for the consult. Once there is a fair understanding of the key complaint, an evaluation and assessment of rest of the body systems will take place. This is to understand what else may going on, and check out … Continue reading “WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT IN MY FIRST CONSULT?”

Once all the information is on the table, a treatment protocol will be put into place. This may be a herbal tonic you will take, you might be prescribed some supplements, or we may look at adjusting some diet and lifestyle factors.

Usually, a follow-up consult is booked for a fortnight, to check in how things are going; then depending on the condition, and your commitment to health, follow-ups may be fortnightly, monthly, or as required. These follow-ups may vary in length from 15-45minutes, depending on your health goals and requirement. It is important to bear in … Continue reading “WHAT IS A FOLLOW-UP CONSULT, HOW WILL I KNOW I NEED ONE?”

A Performance nutrition consult is primary focused for individuals with an interest in maximising sports performance. These clients may be actively competing in events such as marathons, endurance events, or competition days such as Cross-Fit. These are clients who need to ensure they are maximising their nutritional intake to exceed at their given activity.

All naturopaths are wellness coaches. It is the role of the naturopath to help facilitate change and growth; coaching is an integral part of being a naturopath. From a coaching perspective, positive psychology, understanding the mind-body connection, and addressing behaviours of change, are all essential on the journey to health and wellbeing. Wellness coaching includes, … Continue reading “WHAT IS WELLNESS COACHING?”

Working on more the energetic part of the self, these consults will help to explore emotional blocks and mental/emotional attributes of yourself that you feel you need help shifting or improving. Common complaints include anxiety, feelings of loss of direction, and trying to settle a busy mind. These consults are a short, twenty-minute time of … Continue reading “WHAT IS A FLOWER ESSENCE CONSULT?”

As of Jan 2022, the investment for consults are: •Initial case review appointment  – $120 •Follow-up appointment – $70 •Results/acute appointment  – $40

Currently, preventative health methods such as Naturopathy cannot be claimed for under Medicare. Whilst Jenna does have Private Health Fund numbers with most of the major Funds, it’s important to note the following. As of April 2019 you’ll no longer be able to claim for naturopathy or herbal medicine. This is such a disappointing outcome … Continue reading “CAN I CLAIM THIS ON MEDICARE OR MY PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE?”

So you’re ready to start your health journey, book online here  complete a contact form, send me an email at jvnaturopathy@gmail.com.