Because prevention should come before
prescriptions — without waiting until it’s too late.

Because prevention should come before
prescriptions — without waiting until it’s too late.

My own health journey has shaped everything I do. After struggling with food intolerances, gut issues, anxiety, and panic symptoms, I had to find a different way.
By focusing on gut healing, nutrition, and meaningful lifestyle changes, I was able to restore my health — to feel calm in my body again, to move through my days with ease, and to enjoy life without constantly worrying about flare-ups.
With a strong family history of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, I made a decision: I wasn’t going to wait until it was too late.
I’m passionate about helping women take back control of their health — before small warning signs become life-changing diagnoses.
Together, we work to:
• Balance hormones and stabilise metabolism
• Support healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar
• Restore energy, confidence, and clarity
• Protect your long-term health — so you can live fully, not fearfully
• BPharm, Otago University
• BHSc (Complementary Medicine), Charles Sturt University
• Diploma in Naturopathy, SPCNM
• Diploma in Herbal Medicine, SPCNM
• Certified Metabolic Balance Practitioner
• Certified Emotional Release Technique Practitioner
• Certified Precise Health Coach
• Member, Naturopaths and Medical Herbalists of New Zealand
• Member, Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand
A proven, personalised approach to help you feel better, balance hormones and metabolism,
and protect your long-term health.
A proven, personalised approach to help you feel better, balance hormones and metabolism, and protect your
long-term health.

We uncover the real root causes behind your symptoms.

We assess your labs, hormones, lifestyle and health history.

We create a personalised plan to support your body.

We build sustainable habits that work for your real life.
With over 30 years experience in healthcare as a Pharmacist and Naturopath, I've seen too many women reach midlife believing they just have to accept feeling tired, gaining weight around their middle, struggling with sleep, or feeling like they've lost themselves. Too often, these changes are dismissed as "just getting older" until they become serious enough to need medication.
I knew there had to be a better way.
That's why I developed the REAL Method—a practical, evidence-informed approach that helps women understand what their body is really trying to tell them. Rather than simply managing symptoms, the REAL Method helps you identify the underlying reasons your metabolism has changed and gives you the tools to restore your energy, regain confidence, and take control of your health before small problems become bigger ones.
As a pharmacist and naturopath, I work with women who know something isn’t right—but feel dismissed, confused, or told to “wait and see.”
My mission is to help you act early, so you don’t lose your energy, your independence, or your life to preventable heart disease and diabetes.
Instead of focusing on numbers alone, I dig deeper to understand what’s really driving your rising cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, fatigue, and weight gain — so we can change the trajectory of your health, not just monitor its decline.
Energy instead of exhaustion
Clarity instead of confusion
Confidence instead of fear
And a clear path to protecting their heart, brain, and future health.
Start taking action toward your future
health with a free call to understand
your goals and next steps.
Personalised 3, 6, and 9-month programs designed to stabilise energy, rebalance hormones, improve metabolic health, and support long-term change.
A streamlined package combining cortisol testing, assessment, findings, and follow-up to stop guessing and start seeing real progress.

Rising cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, fatigue, and stubborn weight gain are warning signs — not life sentences. With the right investigation and support, you can act early and change the trajectory of your health.
15–20 minute call to discuss your health concerns and find out how I can help.
75–90 minute deep dive into your health history, symptoms and root causes.
3, 6 or 9 month programs with personalised plans, check-ins and ongoing support.
Fast-track your results with testing, assessment, findings and follow-up.
Choosing the right care plan is an important decision for your family. At Haven Senior Living, we provide thoughtfully structured plans that balance affordability with exceptional care. Whether your loved one needs minimal assistance or comprehensive support, we ensure clarity, compassion, and no hidden surprises.
I’m passionate about helping women take back control of their health — before small warning signs become life-changing diagnoses.
Together, we work to:
Balance hormones and stabilise metabolism
Support healthy blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar
Restore energy, confidence, and clarity
Protect your long-term health — so you can live fully, not fearfully


The free metabolic assessment call is a relaxed 20 minute conversation where we discuss your current health concerns, symptoms, goals, and challenges. You’ll gain clarity around what may be contributing to issues like fatigue, rising cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, or weight changes. It’s also an opportunity to understand how support works and whether the next step feels right for you.
A naturopathic consultation focuses on understanding the bigger picture of your health rather than only managing symptoms. Sessions take a deeper look into your health history, lifestyle, nutrition, stress, hormones, digestion, and lab results to identify root causes. The goal is to create a personalised plan that supports long-term wellbeing alongside existing healthcare when needed.
Yes. Many women seek support while already taking medication for cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, or other concerns. Care focuses on supporting overall health through nutrition, lifestyle, and evidence-informed strategies while working alongside your medical care. Any medication decisions always remain between you and your prescribing doctor.
Support is available for concerns related to metabolic health, including fatigue, stubborn weight gain, hormone imbalance, cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, stress, gut health, energy, and preventative wellness. Care aims to help uncover root causes and improve overall health, confidence, and quality of life.
Yes. Online consultations make it easy to access support from the comfort of home. Virtual appointments provide the same personalised guidance, recommendations, and ongoing support, making it convenient to prioritise health no matter where you live.
The REAL Method is a personalised framework designed to support better metabolic and long-term health through a structured process: Reclaim you energy; Eat for your biology, Activate your metabolism & Lifestyle & Longevity. The approach focuses on uncovering root causes, understanding the body more deeply, creating practical strategies, building sustainable habits, and supporting lasting health improvements.
Take action now and discover how the REAL Method can help you reclaim your
energy, restore your metabolism, and protect your future health.
Take action now and discover how the REAL Method® can help you reclaim your energy, restore your metabolism, and protect your future health.

Helping midlife women improve metabolic health with personalised, evidence-informed naturopathic care.
507B Southland Road Hastings, Hawke's Bay 4122 New Zealand
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