my Special interest areas

My personal journey of living undiagnosed with OCD for over 20 years, followed by an intensive year of treatment that included psychotherapy, medication, and naturopathy (the latter two of which I continue to use for managing my condition), sparked my deep interest in mental health and neurodivergence. This experience, combined with the knowledge I gained through my degree and ongoing education in this field, has fueled my passion for understanding various conditions affecting the mind, particularly:

• Anxiety
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

I have developed a keen interest in the commonalities between different mental health conditions and neurodiversity, both in their presentation and their underlying pathophysiology. Through further specialised training and clinical experience, I have honed my ability to identify possible contributors to these conditions' development, exacerbation, and perpetuation.

By examining an individual's personal and medical history and utilising pathology and functional testing, I strive to uncover the root causes and support my clients in their journey toward optimal health and wellbeing. My approach complements conventional healthcare practices, ensuring comprehensive care for each client.

My personal journey—living undiagnosed with OCD for over 20 years, moving countries, changing careers, having children, and now approaching perimenopause—has made me intimately familiar with high-stress levels, even to the point of burnout. This firsthand experience, coupled with my continuing education, has highlighted the profound impact of long-term unmanaged stress on various health concerns, including its role in exacerbating and perpetuating my OCD.

Learning to effectively manage my stress, particularly during significant life transitions, has been transformative. This personal growth has fueled my passion for helping others understand the critical link between stress and overall health. My goal is to empower individuals with practical strategies to:

• Effectively manage stress levels
• Recover from burnout
• Navigate major life transitions
• Optimise overall health and wellbeing for themselves and their families

By combining my personal experiences with professional expertise, I offer a unique, empathetic approach to stress management and life transition support.