Naturopathy is a holistic medical system combining the theoretical application of Naturopathic philosophies and principles with the practical use of Naturopathic therapies to support healing and optimise health and wellbeing.
The role of the Naturopath is to determine the underlying or ‘root’ cause of a person’s health condition, to educate and empower them to understand their health condition and their body’s functioning, and to treat the person accordingly, in a safe and holistic manner.
Naturopathic treatment approaches are based on the belief that every person is unique, and therefore each person’s treatment must be individualised, taking into account the multitude of unique factors contributing to the person’s state of ill-health. Further, Naturopathic treatment encompasses physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social health and wellbeing, to ensure a holistic approach to health care.
The essences of Naturopathy are the Naturopathic therapies. Naturopathic therapies are modulative and restorative, rather than suppressive. They encourage and support the body’s innate healing abilities, enabling individuals to achieve optimal health and wellbeing, within their limits.
Naturopathy can assist with both acute conditions and the management of chronic health conditions, as well as lifestyle- and diet-related conditions including nutrient inadequacies, weight management, cardiovascular diseases and stress-related problems, among others.