Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and depression are major health issues in our today’s high pressure world – and our diets and environments have a big role to play as well as the thoughts we think, our neurobiology and our past life experiences.
My approach
Anxiety and depression have multiple causes – and so a whole-person approach is essential. These “emotional” challenges aren’t just in your mind – they can also be exacerbated by other health issues.
I treat you as an individual – and also help you see the health traps of the systems you’re part of.
If you need help with managing anxiety and depression, then get in touch today through my CONTACT page.
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General advice from my blog
Perimenopause may happen earlier than you think: the ‘swinging’ hormones at it again!
It might be perimenopause, not a nervous breakdown or post-COVID stress and disruption. Naturopathic approaches may help you sort this out and feel heaps better.
ADHD – beyond (and including) medication
Know that ADHD is NOT a disease but a ‘brain’type. Many adults are now realizing that they too (as well as their children) experience ADHD. Medications can be helpful but often come with risks and side effects. Naturopathic approaches can support you to shine and thrive.
Manage your Anxiety Better: 11 reasons NOT to accept long term anxiety as unavoidable
Options for you to calm the anxiety in your life. Consider underlying issues, invite support from a Counsellor and allow well prescribed herbal medicines and nutrition to support you.
10 things your Doctor probably won’t tell you about ‘protein’
10 things your doctor probably learned about protein and health in medical school – but may not think to tell you.
What Magda’s big health check found about depression
I’ve been enjoying the 3-part ABC series Magda’s Big National Health Check – where actor Magda Szubanski takes us along on her personal health journey – and what she learned about the structural issues in today’s society that are making more of us sick than ever before. The third episode of this series included some…
Play is the opposite of depression
When you’re stressed or depressed – it’s easy to get stuck. Yes, well there’s exercise, there’s mindfulness, there’s all the sensible, practical “solutions” . But after 6 months of lockdown, it’s getting where we need to pull out all stops….. and PLAY!!! It’s time to channel our inner 7 year olds… Play is good for…
Leading articles and research
What is Kaplan’s Attention Restoration Theory (ART)? Positive Psychology, November 2018.