Learn to LOVE Your Periods

I have 2 Masters degrees in Applied Health and am a Doctor of Chinese Medicine.   In 2018 I researched complex musculoskeletal pain (specifically Fibromyalgia) and the comparative effectiveness of Acupuncture, Physical Therapy and Talk Based Therapy for reducing pain and improving quality of life at RMIT University (Acupuncture is statistically effective you'll be pleased to know!). My other major is in  Chinese Herbal Medicine/Herbal Dispensing, I have a special interest in endocrine disrupting herbs and herb-drug interactions and pharmacology.  I am also interested in helping patients and medical/allied health practitioners alike understand pharmacologic interactions between drugs and phyto-chemicals. 

I have researched extensively the effects of Glychizziric acid (a liqurice derivative found in many consumer products) on hormone and enzyme metabolism, absorption and elimination, induction and inhibition. 

My undergraduate studies include a Bachelor of Health Science (Musculoskeletal Therapy) with qualifications in several other modalities such as remedial massage and Bowen therapy.  I've worked as a Myotherapist in private practice and hospital settings for over 3 decades.  

I have lectured at Endeavour College of Natural Health, taught, studied and practiced Yoga extensively in India; Schooled in traditional Sivanada Lineage as Yoga Acharya (Master of Yoga). I am a student of Dr Ray Long, Orthopaedic Surgeon and founder of Bandha Yoga. I am trained in Neurogenic Yoga and trauma aware.  I have hosted retreats in Bali and Australia and continue to offer customised retreats and training programmes for NDIS patients, child-care centres and women's health centres.   

I am currently working on online training programs for professionals in the industry of compassion. Stay tuned for updates. 

My social enterprise; "The Downstairs Project" - is  a privately funded platform aimed at fertility preservation and alternatives to pharmaceutical contraceptives to reduce the impact of these drugs on developing minds and bodies.

My administration skills are a work in progress.  I also house one husband, 2 kids, a dog, 2 cats and hundreds of guppies.  I never stop learning and am always reading, and when not committed and hyper-focused... I'm traveling the world to learn from the source.