Sarah hooper
Autism and ADHD Naturopathic Support for Neurodivergent Children
Neuro-affirming naturopathic care for neurodivergent children with Autism and ADHD is available across Australia, focusing on the unique needs of paediatric patients.
Welcome to The Neurodivergent Naturopath Health Clinic
Autism, ADHD & Neurodivergence
Autism, ADHD & Neurodivergence
Autism, ADHD & Neurodivergence
Neuroaffirming support for neurodivergent children, including those with Autism and ADHD, focuses on understanding what the body, brain, and nervous system communicate beyond just behavior. Sarah applies principles of naturopathy in her paediatric care to tackle common issues such as sleep disturbances, digestive problems, feeding challenges, anxiety, sensory overwhelm, nutritional needs, and emotional regulation.
Gut health
Autism, ADHD & Neurodivergence
Autism, ADHD & Neurodivergence
Gut symptoms are frequently observed in neurodivergent children, particularly those dealing with ADHD and Autism. These symptoms can significantly impact mood, sleep, appetite, focus, immunity, and overall comfort. In her paediatric practice, Sarah provides practical, child-centered naturopathic care to address various issues such as constipation, diarrhoea, bloating, tummy pain, reflux, food reactions, and microbiome health.
Anxiety
Autism, ADHD & Neurodivergence
PANS/PANDAS
Anxiety in children, including those with ADHD and Autism, often transcends mere worry. It can appear as meltdowns, avoidance, tummy aches, sleep problems, rigidity, shutdowns, or intense emotions. Sarah, a paediatric naturopath, gently assists families in supporting the nervous system of neurodivergent children, aiming to reduce underlying stressors and help them feel safer in their bodies.
PANS/PANDAS
Feeding support
PANS/PANDAS
PANS and PANDAS can lead to sudden and intense changes in mood, anxiety, OCD-type behaviors, sleep, eating, sensory tolerance, tics, or emotional regulation, especially in neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism. Sarah supports families by addressing immune triggers, inflammation, gut health, nutrient status, and nervous system stress, all while working alongside appropriate medical care and applying principles of naturopathy designed specifically for paediatric needs.
Feeding support
Feeding support
Feeding support
Feeding challenges in neurodivergent children, including those with ADHD and autism, go beyond simple picky eating. Many of these children perceive food as overwhelming, unsafe, or unpredictable due to factors like sensory sensitivities, anxiety, nausea, low appetite, gut symptoms, or previous negative food experiences. Sarah employs her knowledge of naturopathy to assist families in developing a gentler feeding plan that prioritizes safe foods, supports proper nutrition, and reduces the pressure around eating for these paediatric patients.
Sleep
Feeding support
Feeding support
Sleep challenges in neurodivergent children, especially those with ADHD and Autism, are frequently linked to factors such as nervous system activation, sensory needs, anxiety, gut discomfort, blood sugar levels, nutrients, routines, or changes in circadian rhythm. Sarah, a paediatric naturopathy expert, works alongside families to pinpoint what keeps the body activated and creates practical solutions to make sleep feel safer and more attainable.