Naturopath Melbourne

Personalised Naturopathic care for gut health, hormones, fatigue, and stress.

Looking for a Naturopath in Melbourne who will look beyond your symptoms and consider the bigger picture?

I'm Ashleigh Horvat, a qualified Naturopath (BHSc) and Registered Nurse with a background in General Practice nursing.

I take an individualised, evidence-informed approach to Naturopathic care, looking at the connections between your symptoms, nutrition, lifestyle, stress, nervous system function, gut health, and overall wellbeing.

I offer in-person naturopathic consultations in South Melbourne, as well as Telehealth consultations Australia-wide.

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Naturopathy in Melbourne

Your symptoms don't always exist in isolation.

Digestive symptoms can overlap with stress and nervous system function. Fatigue can be influenced by sleep, stress, nutritional status, hormones, blood sugar regulation, infections, and inflammation. Hormonal symptoms can be affected by stress, nutrition, and gut health.

Rather than focusing on one symptom at a time, Naturopathic care considers the individual factors that may be contributing to your health concerns.

Your care may include nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, lifestyle strategies, targeted supplementation, and functional and conventional testing where appropriate.

The goal isn't to give you a generic list of supplements.

It's to understand your individual health picture and develop a plan that makes sense for you.

What Can a Naturopath Help With?

My clinical focus is centred around the areas where I see the strongest connections between the systems of the body.

Gut Health

Gut health is a major area of clinical focus, particularly for people experiencing persistent digestive symptoms or who feel they have tried everything without finding a clear answer.

Naturopathic support may be considered for:

Bloating
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Constipation and altered bowel habits
Diarrhoea
Reflux and indigestion
Food intolerances and sensitivities
Gut microbiome imbalances, dysbiosis, and parasites
Digestive discomfort
Coeliac Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) e.g. Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

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Women's Hormonal Health

Hormonal health is influenced by much more than hormones alone.

Your nutrition, stress, sleep, blood sugar regulation, gut health. and overall health can all form part of the bigger picture.

Naturopathic support may be considered for:

PMS
PMDD
PCOS/PMOS
Menstrual irregularities
Period-related symptoms
Endometriosis
Adenomyosis
Perimenopause and menopause
Hormonal acne
Fertility and preconception support

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Fatigue & Energy

Ongoing fatigue deserves more than being told to simply rest.

Naturopathic assessment can consider factors such as nutritional status, iron and B vitamin status, thyroid function, sleep, stress, blood sugar regulation, hormones, and other relevant health factors.

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Stress, Burnout & Nervous System Health

The nervous system plays an important role in how the body responds, adapts, and recovers.

Chronic stress can affect sleep, digestion, energy, mood, appetite, and hormonal function.

Naturopathic care may incorporate nutrition, lifestyle strategies, nervous system support, and targeted supplementation where appropriate.

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Gut Health Naturopath Melbourne

Gut health is one of my key areas of clinical focus.

If you're experiencing persistent bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, reflux, food reactions, or symptoms associated with SIBO, IMO, or IBS, we can look beyond the individual symptom and investigate the broader picture.

This may include considering:

Gut motility
Digestive function
Diet and food tolerance
Microbiome health
Stress and nervous system function
Nutritional status
Previous infections or illness
Medications, supplements, and other health factors

Where appropriate, functional testing may be used to gather additional information and help guide your care.

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SIBO Naturopath Melbourne

SIBO and IMO can be complex, particularly when symptoms keep returning.

A Naturopathic approach may consider not only the overgrowth itself, but also the factors that may be driving it and contributing to persistent or recurrent symptoms.

This can include gut motility, bowel patterns, digestive function, diet, nutritional status, stress, and nervous system regulation.

I offer individualised Naturopathic support for people experiencing SIBO and IBS-related symptoms.

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Functional Testing

Testing isn't necessary for everyone, but in some cases it can provide additional information when symptoms are complex, persistent, or difficult to understand.

Depending on your individual presentation, testing may include areas such as:

Nutritional status
Iron studies
Thyroid function
Hormonal health
Gut health
SIBO breath testing
Microbiome testing
Blood glucose regulation
Organic acids testing (OAT)
Hair tissue mineral analysis testing
Heavy metal testing
Endocrine disruptor testing
Mycotoxin testing
DNA testing such as MTHFR and COMT genes
DUTCH testing - Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones
Neurotransmitter testing
Other relevant pathology

Any testing recommendations are individualised to your health history and clinical presentation.

The aim is not to test everything.

It's to use the right information to help guide your care.

Why Work With a Naturopath and Registered Nurse?

My background in both Naturopathy and Nursing allows me to approach your health from two complementary perspectives.

As a Naturopath, I consider nutrition, lifestyle, herbal medicine, supplementation, and the broader factors that may influence your health.

As a Registered Nurse, I also bring a clinical healthcare background and an understanding of conventional medical care.

I believe the best care isn't about choosing between conventional and natural medicine.

It's about understanding where each approach may have a place.

What Happens During a Naturopathic Consultation?

1. We look at the bigger picture

Your first consultation involves a detailed discussion of your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, nutrition, and current concerns.

2. We identify the key patterns

Rather than focusing only on individual symptoms, we look for connections between different areas of your health.

3. We decide whether testing is appropriate

Testing is recommended where it is likely to add useful information to your care.

4. You receive an individualised plan

Your recommendations may include nutritional strategies, lifestyle changes, herbal medicine, supplements, or other appropriate Naturopathic support.

5. We adjust as your health changes

Naturopathic care is not a one-size-fits-all protocol. Your plan can be reviewed and adjusted as your symptoms, needs and health goals change.

Naturopath Melbourne – In Person & Online

I offer Naturopathic consultations in South Melbourne, as well as Telehealth consultations Australia-wide.

South Melbourne Naturopathy

In-person consultations are available at Melbourne Natural Medicine Clinic in South Melbourne

Melbourne Natural Medicine Clinic
225 Park Street
South Melbourne, VIC, 3205

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Online Naturopathy Australia-Wide

Telehealth consultations are available for clients throughout Australia.

Online consultations can be particularly convenient if you live outside Melbourne or prefer the flexibility of consulting from home/afterhours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Naturopath do?

A Naturopath takes a holistic approach to health, considering factors such as nutrition, lifestyle, symptoms, health history, and relevant testing to develop an individualised care plan.

What can I see a Naturopath about?

People seek Naturopathic care for a wide range of concerns. My key areas of clinical focus include gut health, SIBO/IMO, hormonal health, fatigue, stress, and nervous system health.

Can a Naturopath help with SIBO?

Naturopathic care may support people with SIBO or IMO by considering the broader factors that may contribute to symptoms, including gut motility, digestive function, diet, nutritional status, and nervous system function.

Do Naturopaths use functional testing?

Functional testing may be recommended where it is clinically appropriate and likely to provide useful information. Testing is individualised rather than automatically included in every consultation.

Do I need a referral to see a Naturopath?

No referral is required to book a Naturopathic consultation.

Can I claim Naturopathy on private health insurance?

You may be eligible to claim a rebate for Naturopathy through your private health insurance, depending on your level of cover and health fund.

As rebates vary between providers and policies, I recommend contacting your health insurer directly to confirm your eligibility and available rebate.

Do you offer online Naturopath consultations?

Yes. Telehealth consultations are available Australia-wide.

Where do you see clients in Melbourne?

In-person Naturopathic consultations are available at Melbourne Natural Medicine Clinic in South Melbourne, with online consultations available throughout Australia.

Ready to Work With a Naturopath in Melbourne?

If you're looking for a personalised approach to your health rather than another generic protocol, I'd love to help you understand what's going on and develop a plan that is right for you.

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