Curiosity about the workings of the human body combined with a passion for all things natural led Stephanie into the natural medicine industry! After completing a degree in Biology at Curtin University (1995), Stephanie went on to study Naturopathy. She gained her qualifications in 2003 in Australia and graduated with awards for Excellence in Naturopathy, Homoeopathic Clinical Practice and Professional Development. She is trained in the fields of Nutrition, Herbal Medicine and Homoeopathy and has also completed Homoeopathic Clinical Training in India as well as a specialist Sports Nutrition Certificate.

Over the past few years Stephanie has worked as a Naturopath consultant and lecturer in Australia, Thailand, UK, Ireland and The Netherlands. Her clientele has been very diverse, including celebrities, Olympic and Paralympic athletes, children, pregnant women and the elderly. Presently she combines her clinical practice with teaching and writing in Ireland and the UK.

Whilst she is happy to see all cases, Stephanie has a keen interest in women & children’s health, digestive complaints, skin complaints and those conditions that no-one seems to have an answer for!


About Naturopathy

Naturopathy is a broad term that covers many different systems of healing, all of which share some basic philosophies. It is a system of medicine that aims to improve health using natural methods - that is, things found in nature (such as food, herbs, water etc.) Naturopathy is concerned with discovering and removing the root cause of disease, as opposed to just eradicating the symptoms. It looks at a person as a whole; all systems of the body are connected, including the physical, mental and emotional planes. The aim of treatment is to encourage the body to do the job it is supposed to do, thereby allowing it to heal itself.

 What sort of conditions can Naturopathy treat?

Naturopathy can be useful for any condition – whether it has been there for just a short while (such as a cold) or a long time (such as irritable bowel syndrome). You can even see a Naturopath for a general health/diet screen, to check that you are doing all the right things! If you are unsure whether Naturopathy is suitable for you, contact Stephanie, who will be happy to advise.

Naturopathy is safe to use for anyone, including babies, children, pregnant women and the elderly. Keep in mind however that some herbs and nutrients can interact with prescribed medication or are unsuitable in certain circumstances (particularly pregnancy and breast-feeding). For this reason, it is always good to see a qualified therapist for a suitable prescription.

What is Naturopathic Nutrition?

Naturopathic Nutrition (also called Nutritional Therapy) is a form of Naturopathy that uses food and nutrients to heal. Your dietary habits are analysed and then related to any health problems you may be having. Oftentimes, health problems are a result of poor dietary choices, lack of specific nutrients in the diet or even the body’s inability to absorb these nutrients.

Naturopathic Nutrition is not about taking all the fun out of your diet! Food changes or supplements may be recommended according to your needs. The aim of naturopathic nutrition is for the naturopath to work with you to develop a treatment plan that is realistic and suits your lifestyle.

What is Herbal Medicine?

Many cultures have been using herbs as medicine for thousands of years. Different cultures have their own philosophies with regards to the use of herbs; Stephanie uses Western Herbal Medicine. Herbs help to stimulate the body to do what it is supposed to, thereby helping the body to help itself.

A herbal prescription may include tablets, liquid, tea or cream. It is rare for only one herb to be prescribed; normally a combination of herbs will be put together - this is the art of medical herbalism!

Remember that some herbs are not suitable in combination with prescription medications, during pregnancy or breast-feeding or for professional athletes. In these cases, herbs should always be prescribed by a qualified practitioner.