Karen McElroy Naturopath & Mind-Body Counsellor

Karen McElroy Naturopath & Mind-Body Counsellor Karen McElroy is a naturopath, holistic mind-body counsellor, speaker and facilitator.

Karen McElroy is a functional medicine naturopath and holistic counsellor specialising in many aspects of health, including women’s and children’s health, digestive disorders, stress management, emotional and mental health. She offers consultations in person on the Sunshine Coast as well as online virtual and telehealth consults.

Karen has over 25 years clinical experience as a naturopath in all areas of general practice and also offers a range of other modalities to support optimal health. These include nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, homeopathy, counselling, meditation and mindfulness practices, biofield tuning, Psych-K and various energy medicine modalities. She also utilises functional testing and other standard blood tests and medical testing where necessary to ensure a thorough assessment and accurate treatment plan.

Karen has always been passionate about supporting the interface between the mind and the body and strives to help unlock the root cause of dysfunction and illness in every client and discover the underlying meaning of illness. She works extensively with stress, chronic fatigue, anxiety and depression through utilising various mindset processes, emotional healing and energy medicine tools.

Karen believes in patient-centred care, respect and kindness and develops a personalised approach that incorporates each individual’s unique situation, background health and personal history.

Just arrived in Dornach, Switzerland for a 5 day Anthroposophic medical conference at the amazing Goetheanum. My first t...
09/09/2025

Just arrived in Dornach, Switzerland for a 5 day Anthroposophic medical conference at the amazing Goetheanum. My first time here... very special place!
Excited for what's in store, what I'll be learning. Feeling so inspired ✨️

Took a pilgrimage to the lovely Sainte Baume, in south of France to visit the holy grotto of Mary Magdalene yesterday. ...
09/09/2025

Took a pilgrimage to the lovely Sainte Baume, in south of France to visit the holy grotto of Mary Magdalene yesterday. Incredible day hiking in the sacred forest and discovering so many special places. So many synchronicitues and so much presence is alive here.
Mary, for me, holds a beautiful balance of being a saint from the Christian tradition and an ancient Goddess of the sacred feminine.

Dreaming a Provence pilgrimage and walking retreat over here for 2026!

22/08/2025

There's something unsettling about knowing we're all carrying invisible burdens - chemicals that arrived uninvited and refuse to leave.
PFAS chemicals are woven into daily life: the non-stick pan, the waterproof jacket, the food wrapper. What seemed like convenience has become quiet accumulation in our bodies.
These forever chemicals don't just pass through. They disrupt our hormones, challenge our liver, and ask our immune system to work harder than it should.
While PFAS accumulate in our bodies over decades, recent research reveals simple dietary solutions can enhance our body's ability to eliminate these persistent compounds.

Everything you need to know is waiting in my comprehensive guide over on my website - link in my linktree.

13/08/2025

There's something deeply moving about how nature prepares for new life. Good gardeners know that tending to the soil months before planting is essential, and likewise our bodies begin their quiet work of creation long before conception.

I love to share with couples the importance of honouring the beautiful 2-3 month preparation when s***m and egg gather everything needed for their future child.

I've supported so many couples who were told "everything looks normal" yet they are still struggling to fall pregnant. This is when I have to become somewhat of a detective, looking deeper into what the body is trying to say. Often it's not about what's broken or wrong, but it's about what needs nourishing, cleansing or healing. Sometimes it is the emotional and mindset work that needs attending to, that can make all the difference.

The door to parenthood opens when we're ready. Body, mind, and soul aligned. ✨

Link for my comprehensive preconception care guide: https://www.karenmcelroy.com.au/preconception-care/
Ready to start your preparation journey? Book a consultation. I would be happy to support you every step of the way.

06/08/2025

After having babies, after illness, after life's inevitable storms - our hair often becomes the messenger, reminding us of what we've been through sometimes months before.

This isn't punishment or something you've done wrong. It's telogen effluvium - your body's incredibly intelligent way of saying 'I needed to focus my energy elsewhere for a while.'

Like a wise gardener, your body knows when to let some things rest so others can flourish. The hair that falls was simply taking a pause, and now it's time for renewal.

I've walked this path myself, and I've guided countless women through understanding their own hair's story. There's so much wisdom in these little strands, and so much hope in knowing how to support your body's natural rhythms.

Everything you need to know is waiting for you in my latest blog post - different types of hair loss, gentle strategies, and the deeper understanding that changes everything.

Your body is always conspiring for your healing. 🤍

Check out my blog on naturopathy for hair loss here: https://www.karenmcelroy.com.au/naturopathy-for-hair-loss/

Came outside this afternoon to a spectacular display of light and colour. After a long cloudy grey day, nature served ...
01/08/2025

Came outside this afternoon to a spectacular display of light and colour. After a long cloudy grey day, nature served up this little wondrous sunset.
I could try to understand how this all happens, but it feels good just to witness in wonder.

Join me and a team of health professionals as we take the journey through menopause with warmth, wit, and a sprinkle of ...
26/06/2025

Join me and a team of health professionals as we take the journey through menopause with warmth, wit, and a sprinkle of humour at Hot Flushes & Cool Advice!

Either you're already experiencing symptoms or preparing for what's ahead, this event is packed with real, practical tips from gynaecologists to naturopaths, personal trainers to pelvic floor specialists.

Saturday, 26 July
8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Buderim Private Hospital
Morning tea provided

Let's talk about hormones, health, and healing in a supportive and empowering space. Tickets are now on sale!

We can't expect to heal the deep wounds of our heart without knowing what they are. When we are ready to meet them and d...
29/05/2025

We can't expect to heal the deep wounds of our heart without knowing what they are. When we are ready to meet them and do the work of healing, the soul and the universe will orchestrate an encounter.
A metaphorical door will appear, initiating an opportunity to meet the past and heal. The door will open, but we still have to enter.

But when you do, a whole new path awaits you of infinite possibilities. ❤️

A photo journal of my last 24 hours here in beautiful Ubud at my Authentic Life retreat. We've been nourishing the sense...
18/05/2025

A photo journal of my last 24 hours here in beautiful Ubud at my Authentic Life retreat.
We've been nourishing the senses and all aspects of being....exploring villages with the locals, spring water cleansing, ceremony, delicious Balinese food and facilitating processes of discovery and awakening to the beautiful souls here on retreat. Feeling blessed ☺️

23/04/2025

Omega 3 fats are critical for optimal health in so many ways. They help reduce inflammation, boost brain function, support the heart and cardiovascular system, optimise eye function and also help with healthy nerve function and moods.

Increasing omega 3 fats in the diet can come from fish and grass fed animal products as well as plant based nuts and seeds such as flaxseed, h**p and walnuts. Plant based omegas are a little harder to absorb and convert into the active form for many people, so a mixture of omega 3 fats in diet is ideal.

Fish oils supplements are another way we can get supplemental omega 3 fats to boost our levels. Unfortunately many of the products available over the counter are inferior and may bring with them more harm than good due to heavy metals and other contaminates and also rancidity of the delicate omega 3 oils. It is important to choose a quality product that has been purified and is super fresh and clean. You definitely pay for what you get with these supplements!

Algal based omega 3 supplements are also a great way to get extra omega 3 and they don’t come with the issues that fish has - in terms of sustainability and contaminants. Microalgae are grown in controlled environments, such as open ponds, where they require a constant source of light (natural or artificial) and optimal temperatures. Manipulation of the diet of the algae can increase the accumulation of omega-3 fatty acids within the cells, which can then be extracted and purified into supplements.

Whatever you choose both dietary and supplemental, make sure your omega 3 source is clean and healthy!

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22/04/2025

Happy Earth Day! 🌏
I created this reel because I simply just love this world so much.

There is something so enchanted about the way nature takes care of us, quietly, patiently, generously. The trees that provide shade, the soil that produces our food, the sky that paint us sunset, our homes, our clothing, even the happiness we experience when we go out and feel the wind on our face…it's all such a gift.

Sometimes I think we forget how much the earth provides. So, this is just a gentle little reminder to pause, breathe, to pay attention!

Let's keep finding ways to love and care for this home of ours, not just today, but everyday.

Just been in botanical heaven here in Daylesford at the delightful Enki Apothecary. I'm visiting here for Easter with my...
19/04/2025

Just been in botanical heaven here in Daylesford at the delightful Enki Apothecary. I'm visiting here for Easter with my daughter, and loving exploring the shops and finding all sorts of artisan treasures.
In addition to making amazing cacao and other drinks, Enki also do a beautiful job of bringing mushrooms, botanical and herbal extracts to life through the ancient alchemical process of spagyric preparation.
Spagyrics is an alchemical approach to preparing medicinal plants, focusing on separating and recombining their essential components to enhance their therapeutic effects. It's a method developed by Paracelsus and his followers, aiming to improve the efficacy of medicines by separating them into their primordial elements (sulphur, mercury, and salt) and then recombining them.
I often dream of having more time to make more of my own remedies. I make oxymels and other elixirs from time to time with plants i growand honey from my bees, and love making ointments and creams.
There's something very special about turning things you've grown into medicines and tonics! au




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