Hey, Talitha here. I’m a naturopath.

Frustated? Unheard? Confused?

I LOVE helping people transform their health stories. I specialise in mental health (depression, stress, and anxiety), gut health (IBS), and women's health (preconception, fertility).

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TALITHA, THE NATUROPATH, WITH TEDDY, A RED-TAILED BLACK COCKATOO

I am a Naturopath who LOVES helping people break free from chronic ill health. I like to think differently, dig deeply, and treat people holistically.

Having been through my own health struggles, I know how frustrating and complicated it can all feel! I believe that it is important that you understand what's going on for you and what you can do about it, because knowing and understanding is empowering. A key goal of mine is to make things as practical, realistic, and comprehensible for you as I possibly can.

I listen. I help you dig deep. We put the big picture together while also teasing out the smaller details of your health journey. From here, I create a personalised plan for you using a natural, effective, and sustainable approach. I am degree- qualified and I do have experience in a wide range of presentations. If you’re wondering if I would be the right practitioner for you, don’t hesitate! Just give me a call. Even if we’re not the right fit, I have a great network and will aim to point you in the best direction.

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WHY I BECAME A NATUROPATH…

In my mid-teen years, I struggled with fatigue, brain fog, hormonal imbalances, mood swings and gut issues. I tried to pretend that I was OK, but I knew that I was not! Eventually, my mum took me to see a doctor who turned out to be incredibly helpful and thorough. While she gave me medical options, she encouraged me to change my lifestyle and diet. (At the time, I did not know that naturopaths even existed, much less that you could study to become one!) But I began to change my own health story through nutrition, herbal medicine, and exercise.

Through my own journey, I developed a keen interest in health and wellbeing. Towards the end of high school, I was considering every health role available, but without making a definite decision. I knew that whatever I did, it was going to be health-related. I knew that I loved helping people, loved listening to people, and that I had a passion for real answers over "band-aid" approaches. Then I met a naturopath, and I was so intrigued! I finally decided that naturopathy was where I was meant to start.

Coming from a fully "homeschooled" background, I was slightly nervous about studying, but I soon realised that I had an awesome foundation as an independent learner and critical thinker. I have a curious mind and I am driven to learn by a desire to help people.

Talitha van Tonder, naturopath, hiking selfie

WHEN I AM NOT CONSULTING

I absolutely love being outdoors and go for spontaneous (and not-so-spontaneous) hikes on an almost weekly basis. Typically, it is just a few hours' adventure, but longer hikes are definitely a thing too! One of my favourite experiences has been completing the Tsitsikama Hike in South Africa, a seven-day hike with stunning views, exquisite waterfalls, and beautiful mountains.

I am also a pianist, and I taught piano whilst completing my Naturopathy degree. Although I barely advertised, word quickly got around, and I had more students than I could handle. I enjoy playing and improvising to wind down and "tell stories without words". I play a range of music, including classical, jazz, hymns, and contemporary.

Having a creative flare, I love cooking, and my goal is to bring practicality, nutrition, and deliciousness into synergy, but I definitely get teased for making things " too healthy". It's inevitable when you're a naturopath, right?

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Han

“Talitha has been nothing but kind and supportive on my health journey. Compared to the regular gp, where you’re in and out in ten minutes, Talitha takes the time to listen, take into account past issues, and work on a plan together. I have only seen her a couple of times and my stomach is already feeling a lot better! Thanks Talitha!”
Nicholle

“Talitha is an amazing practitioner and is excellent in the assistance she provides. I have been seeing her for just under a year, initially for concerns with my mental well-being. I have since made tremendous improvement in both mind & body. She has helped me achieve goals and move past issues which I previously did not think I could overcome, she takes time to understand your history and come up with a realistic plan for optimising your health while ensuring you feel informed and heard during her consults. She is a genuine and lovely person and I can’t thank her enough for the help she has provided me. Would absolutely recommend to everyone!”
Adrienne

“I have been to numerous Naturopaths over the years due to health issues and have never experienced someone like Talitha. When I first sat with her, she took the time to listen to my journey (which included the physical, mental, social and emotional aspects), which is the meaning of "holistic" care. Every aspect of a person's life is important to Talitha and this is shown clearly in the way she interacts during consultations.Talitha is kind, gentle, supportive, encouraging and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to anyone!”
Erin

"Talitha is someone I feel confident in to help me with my health. I am someone who has struggled both physically and mentally with my health but Talitha has helped me so much and I have seen a lot of improvement following her recommendations. She treats each person she sees with respect and care, giving individual treatments for your specific needs. She is professional, knowledgeable, and someone who genuinely cares about you and is passionate to see your health improve. I can not recommend her highly enough!"
Heather

“Talitha has been fabulous at helping our daughter with her health issues! She listened carefully and tailored a plan to help her to prevent the pain she has been having. Conventional medicine had only told her to avoid the ever increasing list of foods that triggered the pain, with no treatment plan or solid answers. But within a month of treatment she can now eat normally again. She is so excited and thankful for Talitha's help!”