Frequently Asked Questions

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PCOS Naturopath Brisbane

I help women with get their periods back, start ovulating, have clearer skin, more energy, stable weight, and help them fall pregnant either naturally or with IVF or ovulation induction. (You do not need to be trying to conceive to book an appointment with me.)

I also help women with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (missing period), PCOS, Preconception Care, Pregnancy Nutrition, Low Energy and Fatigue, PMS, PMDD, Acne, Recurrent-Bacterial Vaginosis or Candida (Thrush), Thyroid Disorders, and Postpartum Depletion. 

I am based in Brisbane, but I run an online (Telehealth) clinic. This means that I help people all around Australia from the comfort of your own home!

You can make an appointment during the following times:

  • Monday: 11am–5pm
  • Tuesday: 2:30pm–7:30pm
  • Friday: 8am–2pm
  • Saturday: 9:30am – 12:00pm

You can book an appointment via my online booking system.

I graduated from Endeavour College of Natural Health with a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy in 2018. I regularly attend professional events, participate in mentoring, and stay up to date with current research to enhance my clinical knowledge.

Next year I will be studying a Masters of Reproductive Medicine to help you in more ways than ever before!

I am also a current contract academic at Endeavour College of Natural Health. I lecture in Weight Management in Health and Disease, and supervise and mentor final year Nutrition students in the Student Clinic. 

  • 2022 – Female Hormone Assessment & Herbal Medicine Prescription Masterclass
  • 2022 – IVF Masterclass with Rhiannon Hardingham
  • 2022 – Fertility Masterclass (PCOS, Fibroids and Endometriosis, Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Fertility Over Forty, IVF Support, Male Fertility, and Unexplained Infertility)
  • 2022 – ATMS Fertility Symposium with Leah Hechtman
  • 2022 – It Starts With the Egg Webinar
  • 2022 – Postnatal Depletion Syndrome Training (Dr Oscar Serralach)
  • 2022 – Advance Pre and Postnatal Nutrition Webinar
  • 2021 – Re-Thinking PCOS with Lara Briden
  • 2021 – Infertility & IVF Counselling Webinar 
  • 2021 – Natural Fertility Support Webinar
  • 2021 – Rethinking Gestational Diabetes Webinar
  • 2021 – Holistic Treatment and Phytomedicine Therapy for Challenges in the 4th Trimester Webinar
  • 2021 – Phytomedicines in Pregnancy and Lactation Webinar
  • 2020 – Holistic Doula (Certificate)
  • 2019 – Holistic Care for Modern Pregnancy Webinar
  • 2018 – Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)

I am a current member with Naturopath and Herbalist Association Australia (NHAA). 

Member number: 156715

Naturopathy is the best approach for managing hormones. As a Naturopath I take a holistic approach to your health, to get to the root cause of your hormone imbalance symptoms, so we can change the way your body works (through diet, lifestyle changes, and herbs) to resolve those symptoms.

If you’re sick of masking your symptoms, want to feel great again, and value your health then a naturopathic approach is for you.

-You book and pay for your appointment online

-You’ll receive a booking confirmation (please check your junk and promotion folders too) with a link to your intake forms. These must be completed at least 24 hours prior to your appointment

-In the same email you will recieve a zoom link, it’s advised to star the email

  • Obtain copies of recent pathology and email these to me at least 24 hours prior to your appointment

-On the day of your appointment, be in a quiet and light space. Click on the zoom link 5 minutes prior to the start time of your appointment

-We’ll talking for up to 75 minutes depending on the type of appointment you have booked

-24-48 hours after your  appointment you will receive an invoice for any recommended tests or investigations, a treatment plan, and invoice for any prescribed supplements or herbs

-Once you have paid the invoice for the supplements, they will be express shipped to your home!

Our health is made up from many moving parts from what we eat, to our environment, lifestyle, genetics, and even our self-talk.

During a consultation we talk about your health goals, then we move onto different body systems such as digestive and hormonal health. Then we discuss sleep, stress, habits, and even your home and work environments.

I aim to investigate all aspects of your health so we can get to the bottom of what is driving your irregular cycle, acne, weight gain, moods, and fatigue. On the first consultation I will ask you questions to determine what tests we need to order, such as a hormone panel, thyroid panel, and micronutrient such as vitamin D, zinc, iron and magnesium.

If you are looking for education on your heath, this is a significant focus of mine in clinical practice. I also examine your pathology results with a fine tooth comb to ensure nothing is missed. I want to ensure that your health is in the best hands possible.

I use both nutritional medicine and herbal medicine treatments in clinical practice. I may also recommend lifestyle practices such as breath works, yoga, or encourage any hobbies or practices that you find helpful i.e crocheting.

I use two different online dispensaries. Products are express shipped to you after your appointment. 

I recommend meeting fortnightly to start with. After this we can move to monthly, with the aim of you not needing to see me once your cycle has returned, your skin is clear, and you’re feeling energised again!

If you haven’t had any recent blood tests within the last 3 months, I recommend getting tests after your first appointment. We can discuss what would be the most indicated tests, after discussing your health goals, medical history, and signs and symptoms at your first appointment.

I always suggest getting copies of prior tests you’ve had so that we can look at trends over time. You can email a copy of the blood tests through to hello@lesleyoconnornaturopath.com.au.

Test recommendations are always individual and will depend on your medical history, signs, symptoms, your health goals, and also your budget. I will typically always recommend a hormone panel which can include:

  • – FSH
  • – LH
  • – Oestrogen
  • – Progesterone
  • – Testosterone
  • – Androstenedione 
  • – SHBG
  • – Prolactin
  • – Fasting Insulin
  • – Fasting Glucose
  • – Cortisol (Morning at 8am)
  • – DHEA 

 

Metabolic tests:

  • – MTHFR (if miscarriages are a concern)
  • – Homocysteine
  • – Lipid studies (cholesterol panel)
  • – Full Blood Count (FBC)
  • – eLFTs (Electrolytes and Liver Function Test)

 

Depending on your individual needs I may recommend:

  • – Vaginal Microbiome test
  • – Complete Stool Analysis (CDSA)
  • – Full Thyroid Panel (TSH, T3 & T4, and Thyroid Antibodies)
  • – Micronutrients (iron, vitamin D, zinc, magnesium, folate, B12, 
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  • Blood testing rules:
  • – For FSH, LH, & Oestrogen test on day 2 of your cycle
  • – For Progesterone make sure you test 7 days after ovulation
  • – Make sure you get bloods taken first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach (fasted) 

As of 2019 Naturopathy was excluded from private health insurance cover. This means you are not able to claim for Naturopathy services under private health.

Yes! I believe that a collaborative approach to health care is best. I regularly write referral letters to Doctors and Specialists for continuity of care.

You can send me a message here.

You can also email me at: hello@lesleyoconnornaturopath.com.au or call me on 0410-934-340.

Your appointment and well-being are very important to me. I understand that sometimes unexpected events can occur. If you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, I respectfully request at least 24 hours notice. If you cancel within the 24 hour period, or do not show up to a scheduled appointment you will be charged 100% of the booking fee.

You can cancel or reschedule your appointment via my patient portal. You can register for the portal via https://patient.simpleclinic.net. You will need to register via the ‘sign up’ link if this is your first time using the patient portal.

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Yes! I abide by the National Code of Conduct for Health Care Workers (Queensland). You can find a copy here.

PCOS Naturopath Brisbane