FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE PRACTICE
A Health Detective Approach
LISTEN. INVESTIGATE. CONNECT. SUPPORT.
LOOK BEYOND SYMPTOMS.
Your health is COMPLEX.
You may have been experiencing persistent symptoms without clear answers.
You may be navigating hormonal changes that are influencing your energy, mood, sleep and weight.
Perhaps you sense that something isn't right, but conventional testing hasn’t provided the clarity you were hoping for.
You may be experiencing digestive problems, struggling with weight, feeling exhausted or even unable to concentrate.
Whatever health concern brought you here, your experience, discomfort or pain deserves to be heard and understood!
Welcome. I'm Grace Rivas, Naturopathic Practitioner and Functional Nutritionist.
I am here to support, guide and empower you attaining and maintaining your health.
Rather than viewing isolated symptoms,
I focus on the ENTIRE BODY to identify patterns affecting your health.
I analyse your individual biochemistry, digestion, nutrition, hormones, stress levels, sleep patterns, emotions, genetics, environmental exposures, your diet and lifestyle habits.
FUNCTIONAL. INTEGRATIVE. HOLISTIC.
My work is grounded in Evidence-Based Practice, integrating the latest research findings with the principles of Naturopathic Medicine, Nutritional Biochemistry, Functional Pathology and Clinical Expertise.
I recognise that most health conditions rarely have a single cause. Genetics, nutritional deficiencies, stress levels, emotions, environmental exposures, and individual biochemistry can interact in complex ways.
CONNECTING THE DOTS. UNDERSTANDING YOUR HEALTH.
The answers to your health problems are not found in isolated symptoms, random tests or generic diagnoses.
My Health Detective approach starts with asking lots of questions, bringing the pieces together and connecting the dots to identify relationships, patterns and contributing factors. I carefully consider your history, body systems, lifestyle and diet habits, nutritional status, emotional wellbeing, environmental exposures, pathology results and clinical observations.
A HEALTH DETECTIVE APPROACH
01—LISTEN
Your health story comes first. I want to understand what you are experiencing, what influences it and how it affects your life.
The initial consultation gives you 90-minute of private, strictly confidential and non-judgemental space where you can discuss your concerns and health goals.
02 — INVESTIGATE
I explore your health from multiple perspectives.
The information; subjective(history/symptoms)and objective(physical observations/pathology results) are analysed.
This is where the Health Detective Approach begins, looking for patterns and connections that provide further insights.
03 — PERSONALISE
Your health is individual. Your treatment plan should be too.
Your treatment plan is formulated according to your specific needs, incorporating strategies designed to fit into your life.
04 — SUPPORT
Knowledge creates empowerment.
Understanding why a health issue is happening can change the way you approach your treatment.
I provide education and guidance to support making informed decisions and implement changes that are right for you.
05 — FOLLOW -UP
Review. Adjust. Progress.
Follow-up consultations are a great opportunity to assess your progress and make adjustments as required.
Together we can make your health journey focused, enjoyable and progressive.
IS TIME TO BE HEARD!
In a consultation where your health story is given the attention and care it deserves.
With a thoughtful investigation of your whole body rather than simply suppressing symptoms.
Connecting the available information. Creating practical strategies and recommendations for your specific needs.
Providing ongoing support and guidance to implement necessary changes towards a better health.
ARE YOU READY?
If your answer is YES!
Leave me a message at the end of the page.
I invite you to work together to create a healthier, more vibrant version of yourself, one that represents your full potential!
Grace Rivas BHSc ND
Graduate, Australian College of Natural Medicine
Member, Naturopaths & Herbalists Association of Australia
TESTIMONIALS
I first saw Grace back in 2023, my twins were 2 years old at the time and I was seriously post-natal depleted. I was struggling to survive everyday with 4 children, I had zero energy. Grace treatment included a herbal tonic that was life changing for me. My energy returned and it was like life and happiness was injected back into my body. I cannot thank Grace enough for her helping me through this time and for going above and beyond to make house calls to support me. Grace was also able to help me with my poor thumb nail which I slammed into a car door 5 years ago. My GP said there was nothing they could do. After many years of extreme pain from the split often getting caught on things and pulling down my nail bed I decided to ask Grace if she could do anything…. And of course she was able to assist, my nail is already 70% better than it was... Unbelievable!! Grace is an expert in her field and has helped my whole family. My son from the age of 8 months has suffered from eczema. I saw our GP, a skin specialist and even an immunologist who could only offer a steroid cream. I did everything they said but my my toddler was still suffering, scratching through the night, in pain and it was heartbreaking. After consulting with Grace, my son's eczema has healed up completely! Grace is an incredible practitioner and someone whom I now call my friend. I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you Grace for all that you have done for us. Samantha Turner
Grace Rivas is a highly educated and knowledgeable Health Detective! A wonderful Naturopathic & Nutritional Practitioner on the Gold Coast. Grace helped me through a challenging time with my health in 2023 when I had several concerning issues happening and doctors could not help. My hair was falling out among many other symptoms. Working with Grace enabled me to find hope, I felt seen, heard and supported. Grace was able to give me answers other practitioners could not give me. Grace's ability to explain how the body works and why it does what it does is incredible. I worked with Grace over a period of 12 months and thankfully my hair has grown back and many other health problems have disappeared. Grace is dedicated, intelligent and wise. I feel like I can tell Grace anything and she listens with so much attentive warmth that in itself is healing. My health is my wealth and investing in it with Grace is priceless. I am eternally grateful for her warmth and sensitivity. Melissa Redman
If you are looking for a very knowledgeable and skilled naturopath, and wonderful person, I recommend to see Grace Rivas. She is an expert in women’s health and has helped me overcome serious post natal depletion, iron deficiency, hormone issues and more. Now I am thriving at 39yrs young and feeling the best I’ve ever felt. Grace takes a holistic, practical an nurturing approach backed with incredible health science knowledge that will optimise your health and have you feeling your best. I’m so grateful to have her guiding me on my health journey. Thanks so much Grace! Allie Anand
I suffered from regular severe vertigo episodes due to Meniere´s disease to the point of not being able to work. The medication prescribed by my doctor gave me bad side effects and didn´t help me managing my symptoms. With the help of Grace, I was able to reduce my vertigo intensity to the point of getting into full remission. Grace is not only a highly knowledgeable and competent professional. She´s also very easy going, nurturing, caring, empathetic, and has a genuine passion for health and for helping others. I can´t thank her enough for all the help and support that she has given me during my health challenges. If you ´re struggling with Meniere´s or any other chronic condition, I recommend you seeing Grace. Rosa Garcia
I cannot express enough how grateful I am to Grace Rivas, Naturopath, for her exceptional care and expertise. She played a pivotal role in getting to the bottom of my health issues, and her deep understanding of blood work and holistic health has truly changed my life. Grace accurately diagnosed me with Hemochromatosis, something that had been overlooked before. With her professional plan, which included blood donation and the right vitamins, my mind is now clearer, and my energy levels have soared. Her wisdom and confidence in natural medicine gave me the assurance I needed to follow her guidance. Thanks to Grace, I am on the right path to better health and well-being. I highly recommend anyone struggling with their health to contact Grace Rivas, Naturopath. She is truly remarkable at what she does, and I am forever grateful for her support. Leith James