Find your balance, energy & happiness the natural way.
About
Hey there, my name is Nicky Gonis and I’m a Naturopath, Herbalist and mum of a very active 7 year old boy.
I’m passionate about helping you transform your health and wellbeing. I have a special interest in treating gut health, anxiety, autoimmunity and fatigue.
My goal is to use my experience and knowledge as a Naturopath to empower people to heal their lives.
My aim is to assist people in realizing that they can regain control of their own health through applying the philosophy of Naturopathic Medicine and treating yourself with gentle care.
What is Naturopathy?
Naturopathy combines the art and science of medicine using traditional forms of healing and modern scientific knowledge to prevent, manage and treat a range of health conditions and illnesses.
Naturopathic practices include herbal medicine, dietary interventions, nutritional supplementation, lifestyle modifications, flower essences, iridology, mindfulness and clinical pathology investigations.
Naturopathy embodies the following principles:
- First do no harm
- Treat the whole person
- Identify and treat the cause of disease
- Naturopath as the teacher
- Focus on prevention
A Naturopath will provide you with information, advice and a natural approach to regain and maintain your health, decrease stress and improve your energy levels.
I often work with clients already on prescribed medications and am experienced in working in conjunction with patients and their doctors to gain the best possible health outcomes.
What is Herbal Medicine?
Herbal medicine involves the study or practice of the medicinal and therapeutic use of plants to treat conditions such as:
- Digestive complaints
- Skin issues such as eczema and acne
- Insomnia
- Fatigue and lethargy
- Anxiety
- Hormonal imbalances such as PCOS, Endometriosis and PMS
- Fertility problems
- Autoimmune conditions
Herbal medicine has always sought to bring people back to health with non-toxic, plant based medicines. These traditionally were teas or decoctions. Although over the past few hundred years herbal tinctures were made, so a more concentrated liquid form could be used. The advantage of liquid herbal medicines is that a formulation is individually tailored to suit your needs and can contain several herbs so they can be used to treat more than one issue. For example, a single herbal formula may be able to address digestive problems, skin problems and hormonal imbalances.
I have had many years experience with making personalised herbal formulations for all types of complaints.
I only use liquid herbal extracts from reputable, Australian suppliers to ensure top quality medicines.
How you can work with me
Services
15 Minute Free Discovery Call
A 15 Minute free chat to connect. This is an opportunity for us to find out a little about each other and see if we would be a good fit to work together. It will give me a chance to answer any questions or concerns you may have about my treatment and the process. No advice will be given during this call, conducted via phone only (please do not come into the clinic).
1 hours Initial Naturopathy Consultation
1 Hour Online Initial Consultation via Phone or Skype or in clinic option available. This will cover a comprehensive health history, diet and lifestyle advice, access to password protected website resources, discount on supplements when you sign up with Vita.ly and an individualized treatment plan.
Please accept the Skype invitation or specify if you prefer me to call you before your appointment and be available from your computer or phone at the time of your appointment. Make sure your intake form is sent back to me filled out, 48 hours before your appointment.
If you cant find the form, please scroll to the bottom of the website – the link is in the footer.
What is Included in an Initial Consultation?
Included in this package are some clinical screening tools to help identify the cause of your health issues, including but not limited to:
- Live Blood Screening x 2 (1st and last appointments)
- Zinc Profile Test
- Blood Pressure Check
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- PH Urine Test
- Iridology
- Blood Test Referral and interpretations
(none of these tests are diagnostic)
You will be given dietary and lifestyle advice, handouts, access to password secured resources, a personalized treatment plan and ongoing support, all individually tailored to help you achieve your health goals.
Extended treatment plans also available, contact me for further information.
What Happens in an Initial Consultation?
The First Consultation is about getting to know you and will last around 70-90 Minutes. It will cover an analysis of your past and present health concerns, an in depth discussion of your health goals and strategies to achieve them and a review of your current medications and supplements.
Your second appointment will typically be scheduled 2-3 weeks after your first visit and will allow us to:
- Review your progress and any lab testing that has been requested.
- Implement next steps in the treatment plan.
Your final appointments will be scheduled as needed to best ensure that your health needs are being met.
Acute Naturopathy Consultation
20 Minute quick appointment to review supplements, pathology results, to blend a herbal mixture, or to provide support for recent and sudden onset of illness. If complex, you may need to book in a comprehensive consultation. Note supplements and herbal tinctures incur are not included and are charged accordingly.