About Lauren Owens
Lauren Owens is a degree-qualified naturopath offering online consultations Australia-wide, and in-person appointments in Lennox Head, NSW.
Lauren is a specialist naturopath for women suffering from chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, Breast Implant Illness, perimenopause and menopause symptoms, women’s hormonal conditions, plus other complex health presentations.
Her journey into naturopathy wasn’t purely academic. It was deeply personal and informs the way she cares for her patients.
Lauren’s Health Journey
For many years, I lived the way many of us do – working hard, travelling, pushing through fatigue and assuming my body would simply “keep up.”
In my twenties, I could burn the candle at both ends and still function. Until I couldn’t.
Over time, my health began to unravel. I experienced:
- Recurrent tonsillitis
- Chronic fatigue
- Depression
- IBS and persistent gut issues
- Acne and peri-oral dermatitis
- Chronic pain related to scoliosis and fibromyalgia
I worked in a demanding corporate environment and eventually hit burnout. My back and neck pain became debilitating. Looking back, I can see that my body was asking – in fact, screaming – that I slow down and change direction.
I sought medical help many times, however I wasn’t improving. In fact, I was getting worse. I felt frustrated and defeated.
The Turning Point
When I visited a naturopath for the first time, something shifted. She asked me to “start at the beginning”. There was no rushing me out the door. No hasty prescription. No dismissing my symptoms. For the first time, I felt properly listened to.
Her approach was thorough, compassionate and empowering. I tried herbal medicine for the first time and began to see real improvement, not just in my symptoms, but in how I felt mentally and emotionally.
That experience changed my life. I realised naturopathy aligned with my body. It made sense to me in a way other approaches hadn’t. Eventually, I made the decision to study naturopathy myself.
Becoming a Naturopath
I completed my Naturopathy degree whilst raising my two children and managing my chronic pain (it requires ongoing management). It wasn’t easy, but it felt right.
Today, my personal experience informs how I practise. I understand what it’s like to:
- Feel dismissed
- Feel exhausted & in constant pain
- Feel overwhelmed by conflicting health advice
- Feel like you’ve “tried everything”
And I understand how powerful it is when someone truly listens and creates a clear path towards improvement.
My Approach to Care
As a mother of two, I can appreciate how challenging it is to prioritise your own health whilst juggling work, family, and life pressures. Modern life is demanding. We are bombarded with information about diets, supplements and “quick fixes.” It can be overwhelming to know where to begin.
My role is to simplify the process. When you work with me, we:
Explore the root causes of your illness and symptoms
Connect the dots between body, mind and lifestyle
Develop a personalised treatment plan
Use evidence-based herbal and nutritional medicine
Build sustainable habits that support long-term health
Naturopathy is not about seeking rigid perfection when it comes to the way you eat and live. It’s about restoring balance and supporting the body to heal from within in a way that can be sustained long-term.
Who I Work With
I particularly understand the complexities of:
- Chronic pain
- Chronic fatigue
- Digestive disorders
- Stress-related symptoms
- Hormonal imbalances
- Depression & anxiety
Many of my patients experience some, if not all, of these symptoms and issues.
An Invitation
If you’re ready to understand your body more deeply and take a natural, supported approach to healing so you can get your life back, I would love to work with you.
Whether you’re in Lennox Head NSW or elsewhere in Australia, consultations are available both in-person and online.
Book an appointment and let’s start at the beginning.
Start Your Path Towards Better Health
Book a 15-minute Compatibility Call or your Initial Consultation. Appointments are available online or in-person in Lennox Head NSW.
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