The Naturopathic Care Clinic
Northern Rivers
Family Health Naturopath
Naturopath Nutrition Herbal Medicine Flower Essences Functional Testing
Guiding You To Good Health
Imagine Your Life Without
Brain Fog, Tummy Pain, Insomnia, Anxiety and Poor Memory.
It is possible!
Read On To Find Out How
Amanda's Specialities
ADULT & CHILD ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects focus, mood regulation, and impulse control, amongst it's other traits.
ADHD is a brain type, it is not an illness or disease and can not be 'fixed', but rather improved.
The neurodiverse brain is valuable in our society, thinking outside the square, and can be a driving force behind projects, innovations and productivity.
It does however, struggle with the conformity of modern life, and it is here that we see ADHD traits become troublesome.
Commonly, ADHD is treated with medication that can be helpful for some, however, not all respond well. Thankfully we also have complementary strategies to reduce overwhelm, calm the nervous system, and improve day-to-day balance.
ADHD also comes with companion traits such as insomnia, digestive conditions and anxieties.
As a Family Naturopath in Pottsville, Northern Rivers, I work with children, their parents and carers, and adults who are struggling with their ADHD. We explore the root causes behind attention and behaviour challenges, gut health issues, stress, sleep, and lifestyle patterns.
Naturopathy looks at the whole person — not just symptoms — to identify what the brain and body need to function well. Therefore, your personalised plan may include:
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Targeted nutrition to stabilise mood and support neurotransmitters
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Herbal medicine for calm focus and emotional regulation
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Supplementation for cognitive and nervous-system support
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Gut health care, recognising the gut–brain connection
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Lifestyle and sleep guidance for consistent energy and mood
Each recommendation is evidence-informed and tailored to your, or your child's, specific needs.
For adults who are diagnosed later in life, this can be a confronting and overwhelming time. I support you through your new knowledge, providing educational understanding, allowing you to flourish with ADHD. You'll discover your traits can be your advantage, rather than a hindrance.
Fall in love with your ADHD. Let me show you how.
PERIMENOPAUSE
In the 1900s, women's average age of death was 50 and menopause didn't exist. As we started to live longer, women were often thought of as going crazy, some even sent to mental institutions, when hormone decline (and strange symptoms) began.
With the stressors of modern life, peri-menopausal symptoms are heightened, with 80% of women going through symptoms that affect their daily life in some way.
More women are experiencing horrible transitions and then chronic health conditions in
their latter years. This is NOT normal and can be prevented.
From personal experience, I know the struggles and confusion felt when perimenopause hits. For this reason, I now hold regular talks for women to understand exactly what perimenopause and menopause is, and how to thrive through this natural transition and into their latter years.
It's not just our reproductive system that is affected. With a loss of our female hormones, we become more susceptible to cardiovascular diseases (stroke, hypertension, heart attacks), mental health problems (anxieties, depression), autoimmune diseases (hashimoto's, rheumatoid arthritis, Multiple sclerosis) and even an increase risk of Alzheimers Disease. Perimenopause is the time to address all those small health issues, balance your hormones and prevent increased risk of future chronic diseases.
If you are sick of feeling horrible.
Sick of grappling with perimenopause symptoms.
Feel like your going down the internet rabbit hole, then it's time to reach out. Don't suffer in silence or go through this alone.
Creating your individual plan, I provide you with tailored advice and care to address your specific needs, as you move into this next phase of your life (commonly thought of as your 2nd puberty!)
DEMENTIA/
ALZEIMER'S
In 2025, Alzheimer's Disease became Australia's leading cause of death, overtaking heart disease. Women have double risk of developing Alzheimer's than men and this in part, has much to do with declining hormones in menopause.
Cognitive decline, or loss of thinking ability for your age, can interfere with everyday activities, such as getting dressed, cooking and paying bills.
While some memory loss is normal in later years of life, cognitive decline is not.
This loss can be confronting and overwhelming for both you and your family. That's where I come in.
Utilising preventative medicine, I can help to reduce the risks associated with developing Dementia and Alzheimers disease, and in some cases slow decline.
Naturopathic medicine is perfectly suited for the treatment and prevention of Dementia and Alzheimer's. This is due to its whole body physiology.
With the root cause of these conditions linked to many, not just one, origin, I analysis and assess your specific root causes and together, we address these.
It has been estimated, upwards of 36 different factors, contribute to the development of cognitive diseases.
With this in mind, I offer comprehensive, individualised treatment plans, that are backed by the latest groundbreaking scientific research, and provide the structure and personalised support you need to regain hope and thrive.
Have you have noticed brain fog, the inability to remember peoples names or loss of common words, or have you seen a loved one struggling ?
I go deeper than the usual doctor workup, and help you understand potential and manageable changes that improve decline.
Testing is crucial to determine your underlying contributors, as with a detailed health history consultation.
I utilise a variety of modalities to address core concerns, including a array of lifestyle improvements, personalised nutrition and supplementation. All of this is done in consultation with you, to adhere to your current lifestyle and abilities, for a successful result.
Cognitive decline is seen as treatable and modifiable with the use of naturopathic medicine and the implementation of a personalised treatment plan.
Better cognitive health starts here.
Hi, I'm Amanda, a qualified Naturopath in Pottsville, NSW, located in the beautiful Northern Rivers.
I am passionate about helping the whole family (men, women and children) find balance and optimum health by delving beyond symptoms, because good health is not about bandaids, it's about removing and healing the underlying factors.
From childhood constipation, ADHD and skin conditions such as, acne/eczema/dermatitis,
Women's hormones (PMS, Perimenopause), insomnia,
adult ADHD and mental health,
Improving men’s blood pressure or reflux and digestive issues,
through to preventing Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease.
Using evidenced-based strategies and centuries old naturopathic wisdom, my role is to support and guide you and your family, to good health.
Amanda Ross
THE NATUROPATHIC CARE CLINIC
Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
Certified Paediatric Naturopath
MinDD Practitioner
Meet Your Family Naturopath
I support health at every stage of life.
Are your ADHD traits keeping you from living your best life?
The Neurodivergent Brain Can Make Life Spicy,
for Both Children and Adults.
It's not just memory, attention and motivation affected by the neurodivergent brain, constipation, IBS, insomnia, hormonal health issues, anxieties and fatigue
also play a part of ADHD real life struggles.
Q & A. ADHD
Q: Can a naturopath help when I am (or my child) is on medication?
A: Absolutely! There is more to ADHD than what medications can help. Sleep, tummy complaints, anxieties and more, can all be improved through naturopathic medicine. Plus I can help with the medication side effects. Using the right interventions, we can even enhance the effect of medication, especially if nutritional deficiencies are making things worse.
Q: I've just found out I have ADHD in my 40's. Am I too old to get help?
A: Never too old! In adulthood, ADHD can be complex. A simple pill rarely is enough. Through careful consultation, we find out what exacerbates your ADHD traits and work together to find what improvements work best for you.
Q: My child is a fussy eater. Are you just going to change his diet?
A: While diet has been demonstrated to improve ADHD traits, I work with you, to get the best results for your child. Ones that are achievable for your child and your family.
Q: How do I know if my daughter has ADHD?
A: Girls and adult women present very differently than boys or men who are neurodivergent. They are often very good at masking (using strategies to hide their ADHD traits), and this is one reason why girls and women are diagnosed later than boys.
Hyperactivity is often seen as being 'sporty' in girls, with most girls having the unattentive or mixed form of ADHD.
In school they frequently struggle with attention (daydreamers) and are often good at making friends but not keeping them. They may find social interaction overwhelming. They could be a hyper-talker, or be known as the shy one. Being easily distracted is a common ADHD trait noted in girls and women.
PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE
ARE YOU SICK OF CONSTANT SHOWERING DUE TO SWEATING?
SICK OF PUTTING ON & REMOVING CLOTHES AS HOT FLUSHES APPEAR AND DISAPPEAR?
WISHING YOUR BRAIN WOULD WORK BETTER AND YOUR MOOD BE MORE STABLE?
Q & A. PERIMENOPAUSE
Q: How do I know if I am experiencing perimenopause?
A: While everyone experiences perimenopause differently, generally there are 4 main stages of this transition. Each stage has its own set of symptoms, dependant on what the hormones are doing.
Generally teariness and change of mood comes first. We also start to find some strange symptoms, seemly completely unrelated to our reproductive cycle. Tingling skin or hot feet anyone?
We then move into our periods starting to change.
Stage 3 we have cycles coming late, you begin skipping periods and stage 4 sees menopause just around the corner.
Q: Why am I experiencing weight gain when I eat so well and exercise?
A: With the changes in hormones, the body needs to recalibrate and adjust to the 'new you'. The old way of losing weight or dieting just doesn't work when your hormones shift. I explain what is changing in your body and what is the right way to restore your weight to it's happy place.
Q: How can I feel like 'me' again. I feel like I'm going crazy! Am I??
A: It can sure feel that way, but no, your definitely not. This natural transition into menopause can really throw you out of kilter.
The body and brain need to adjust to this new, lowered, amount of hormones. Over this time, many different symptoms may arise. Here I can help stabilise and buffer the fluctuating hormones, allowing you to glide through perimenopause with ease.
Are you worried about Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease?
Preventative Health begins now!
If you want to remember appointments ,
stop getting lost,
feeling confused and
restore your
organisational skills,
then its time to reach out.
Let's work together and restore your confidence
and memory again,
to prevent, or slow down, dementia.
You are never too young, or too old, to begin protecting your future self!
Q & A. DEMENTIA. ALZHIEMER'S
Q: What is Cognitive Decline?
A: Cognitive decline is not a normal part of ageing, is a symptom, not an illness. Decline in cognition is the gradual loss of thinking ability that impacts your everyday life. Decline may be caused by many conditions and can range from mild to severe.
If you have cognitive decline, you may notice problems with:
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remembering things
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thinking
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planning and organising things
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controlling your emotions
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communicating with other people
Q: When should I start preventative health for Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease?
A: Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease is thought to start way before any symptoms show, so starting preventative health in your 20's (or even earlier!) would be amazing!
However, starting preventative medicine in your 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s, is extremely beneficial and can starve off cognitive decline. Studies have shown some people have actually reversed their cognitive decline, seeing improvements in memory, returned ability to perform everyday tasks and better word recall.
Q: Am I too old to start? I already have noticed some cognitive decline.
A: Don't let your age stop you from reaching out and getting help, nor should your level of cognitive decline. What is even better, is that not only does your cognition improve, so does other health conditions, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, blood sugar levels and even depression and anxieties. The good news is (even once symptoms show), small changes at any age, can create powerful shifts in brain function over time. Rome wasn't built in a day!
Q: How do I know if I, or my loved one, has cognitive decline?
A: Early signs of dementia or cognitive decline include:
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having trouble finding everyday words, problems remembering recent events
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confusion over where you are
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troubles with numbers
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asking the same question repeatedly and
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trouble following a conversation.
Often family members are the ones to notice the beginnings of cognitive decline. If you have seen any of the above in your loved one, it might be time to start a preventative approach.
Q: Do you work along side of my doctor?
A: Yes. I encourage integrated care and communicate with your GP or neurologist when needed.
Work With Amanda
Online or In Person
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INITIAL CONSULTATION
This 90 minute consultation gives you time to be heard.
It provides me with everything I need to make an individualised treatment plan for you. I take the time to understand your unique story and may suggest testing that can provide further insight to your current health situation.
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ROADMAP CONSULTATION
Here is where the magic happens.
After a thorough analysis of your health story, test results and your current life situation,
this 1 hr provides you with your roadmap to better health.
You'll receive personalised guidance and attainable ways forward, with an understanding on the how and why.
Ready To Take Your Next Step With Family Health
Naturopath Amanda?
THE NATUROPATHIC CARE CLINIC
TESTIMONIALS
For The Naturopathic Care Clinic
Bron, Pottsville
Amanda's holistic approach to health and wellness is refreshing and effective.
Amanda provided me with recommendations based on my symptoms and upon taking these supplements, within a few days , I felt more focused, energetic and balanced.
Amanda provided great follow up care, checking in on me to make sure I was happy with what was prescribed and I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Amanda to anyone seeking a natural and effective approach to their health and wellbeing.
Tara, Pottsville
On each visit with Amanda I have found her full of knowledge and supporting tools to assist our family. Its comforting to hear her words of encouragement on our health journey, making me feel there is a positive future and one that doesn't involve nasty medicines with horrible side effects.
Amanda has changed our medicines as our goals and lifestyle requirements change, which shows she is really working for the best outcomes for our family.
I have and will continue to recommend Amanda to our friends and family and thankful she is part of our local natural health network.
Karen, Hervey Bay
Amanda at The Naturopathic Care Clinic has such a wealth of knowledge. She assisted me through perimenopause and provided support to our entire family, even my granddaughter!We live away from Pottsville and she has provided her amazing support via TeleHealth.
Thank you for your care and attention to detail to our family's health.
EVENTS
UNDERSTANDING PERIMENOPAUSE
AND BEYOND
All you need to know about the transition to menopause!
Understanding peri-menopause, menopause, and beyond gives you the
power to avoid years of struggle and enjoy a healthy and fulfilling life in
your later years.
From hot flushes, weight gain and mood imbalances, to declining libido,
brain fog and food intolerances, this talk covers all the important
information you need to know, and more.
You gain knowledge to interpret exactly what is happening in your
body during this time and how to identify if you are actually peri-menopausal.
Join me, and a group of like-minded women, to discover all you need
to know about the signs, symptoms & treatment of this very natural process.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
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Understanding exactly what to expect during peri-menopause and post-menopause. The signs, symptoms and possible changes and
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reasons why these occur. Symptoms like hot flushes, mood changes,
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sleep disturbances, urinary and sexual issues.
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Find out how you can support your hormones, brain, bone and
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heart health during perimenopause and beyond
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Learn about treatment options, both natural and HRT (MHT)
Tickets $20 via www.humanitix.com
Wednesday 14th May 2025
6PM - 8PM
The Baccello Collective and Bathhouse, Bilambil Heights, NSW
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