12. First Do No Harm / Primum Non Nocere - with Kristen Ellis

In Episode 12 Gabby speaks with Kristen Ellis about Naturopathic Principle #4 - First do no Harm / Primum Non Nocere. 

Kristen is a qualified naturopath and nutritionist with a particular interest in mental and behavioural health conditions, such as ADHD, addiction, anxiety and gut dysfunction. She has a particular interest in how food affects mental health, and combines her passion for using food as medicine with herbal therapies to provide holistic, individualised care.

In this episode, Gabby & Kristen discuss many ideas relating to First do no Harm such as:

• How naturopaths prioritise non-invasive treatments to minimise risk of harm
• How treatments should work synergistically with the healing processes of the body rather than suppress, otherwise this may lead to longer term harm in the form of chronic health issues
• The importance of practitioners recognising their scope of practice & knowing when to refer on
• Setting clear boundaries & having open lines of communication between practitioner & patient
• Respecting each person's unique needs & wishes by meeting them where they're at
• Informed consent & not taking advantage of people's trust 

Want to work with Kristen? Book in with her online or send her an email at kenaturopathics@gmail.com to find out more.

Find Kristen on:
Instagram @kristenellis_naturopathy
Her website www.kenaturopathics.com.au

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