Central Coast naturopath · In person & online
It's not just bloating. It's your mood, your sleep, your lifestyle.Your gut and nervous system are closely connected, so stress, poor sleep and a busy lifestyle can affect how you feel.
Gut-focused naturopath on the Central Coast. Sarah Duke has spent over 20 years in the corporate world, and has experienced first hand how easily self-care can slip down the priority list. She brings that same problem-solving approach into naturopathic practice: first understand what may be driving your symptoms, then create a practical plan to address the bigger picture.
15 minutes · No cost · No obligation
Where to start
Tests came back normal. You still don't feel right.
If three or more of these sound like your week, that's usually the point where a conversation is worth having.
Bloating & digestive discomfort
Changes in digestion or bowel habits
Low energy & fatigue
Stress & feeling overwhelmed
Poor sleep
Hormonal changes
Unexplained weight gain
General gut health concerns
Sarah takes a holistic approach, looking at your health history, diet, lifestyle and presenting concerns together, then building an individualised plan around what she finds. You don't need to arrive with the answers, or even know which appointment you need.
Why Acacia
A focused naturopathic approach
One focused practice
Sarah works with gut health, the gut-brain connection, nervous system safety, hormonal health, and liver detoxification and protection.
Practical, personalised care
With more than 20 years' corporate experience, Sarah takes a structured approach, looking at what may be driving your symptoms and explaining the reasoning behind each recommendation.
Flexible consultations
In-person consultations are available on Fridays, with online appointments on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Gut health
Your gut doesn't stop at digestion
Digestion sits close to so much of how you feel day to day: your energy, your sleep, your mood and your ability to handle stress. Sarah has a particular interest in the gut-brain axis, a two-way communication network between your digestive system and your brain, alongside nutrition, lifestyle and overall wellbeing.
This might mean unpacking what you eat and when, how your digestion has changed over time, what's happening with stress and sleep, and where nutrition and herbal support could realistically help. Gut health consultations are open to everyone, men and women alike.
- Bloating, discomfort after eating
- Nausea upon waking, nausea after eating
- Alternating bowel movements
- Low energy, brain fog, mood changes
Did you know?
Around 90% of your body's serotonin is made in your gut.
Serotonin helps regulate mood, sleep, appetite and stress, and your gut microbes play a key role in how much is made and how your body uses it.
When your gut is balanced, it can support
- Calmer mood and less anxiety
- Better sleep and energy
- More stable stress responses
- Healthier hormones
When it's out of balance, research shows links with
- Low mood and anxiety
- Brain fog and fatigue
- Sleep problems
- Hormonal changes (PMS, perimenopause)
Supporting your gut is one powerful way to support your mental health.
Read more on Sarah's gut health blogBook a free connection call
Gut Brain Connection Consultation
60 minutes · $150
A consultation focused specifically on digestive health, dietary analysis and lifestyle choices.
Book a gut health consultationWomen's health
Support through hormonal change
Hormonal changes can bring noticeable shifts in energy, digestion, sleep, mood and sexual desire. Perimenopause can develop gradually, making it easy to attribute these changes to stress or simply being busy.
At 44, Sarah is navigating perimenopause herself and understands how relatable these changes can be. She considers your symptoms, health history and relevant pathology or functional testing, alongside nutrition, stress, sleep and digestion, to develop an individualised plan to help you feel more like yourself again.
Please note: fertility care is not offered at Acacia Naturopathy. Sarah's focus is gut health, nervous system safety and women's hormonal health, including perimenopause and menopause.
How Sarah can support you
Your personalised approach may include
A dedicated Pathology Analysis Consultation (60 minutes · $150) is also available, where Sarah reviews your existing pathology results in relation to your current concerns. Book a pathology analysis.
- Dietary & nutritional guidance
- Herbal medicine
- Vitamin & mineral supplementation
- Lifestyle recommendations
- Review of existing supplements & medications
- Pathology analysis where appropriate
- Ongoing follow-up and adjustments
About Sarah
Twenty years in corporate. Now she troubleshoots gut health.
Sarah Duke spent two decades in a corporate engineering company before retraining in naturopathy, and the way she thinks hasn't changed. She wants the history, the pattern, the timeline. She looks for what changed and when, rather than reaching for the first plausible answer.
That means plenty of questions, careful listening, and recommendations that come with the reasoning attached, so you understand why you're taking something, not just that you were told to. Then it gets reviewed against how you actually respond.
Twenty years in demanding corporate roles also means she knows exactly how fast health slides down the list. Nothing here assumes you have endless time or a perfect routine.
- Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy)
- Accredited NHAA Member
- In person & online
Chat with SarahNot sure where to start?
Start with a free 15-minute connection call
A complimentary video call with Sarah to talk about what you're experiencing, ask any questions, and understand which consultation may be most appropriate for you.
$0 · Up to 15 minutes · Online
Book my free connection callNo payment required to book.
Consultations
Where most new clients begin
Free Connection Call
15 minutes · $0 · Online
For people who aren't sure where to start. A relaxed chat with Sarah about what's been going on.
Book my free callInitial Naturopathic Consultation
Up to 90 minutes · $170
Comprehensive review of your health concerns, diet, lifestyle and current medications and supplements.
Book initial consultationGut Brain Connection Consultation
60 minutes · $150
Focused specifically on digestive health, dietary analysis and lifestyle choices.
Book gut health consultationPrivate health rebates: private health insurers can now reinstate rebates for naturopathy and Western herbal medicine. Please check with your private health provider, as not all funds offer coverage.
What to expect
If you've never seen a naturopath before
- I
Start with a conversation
Book your free connection call, or go straight to an initial consultation if you'd prefer.
- II
Tell Sarah what's been going on
Your health history, symptoms, diet and lifestyle: the full picture, not just the loudest symptom.
- III
Receive a personalised plan
Recommendations may include dietary advice, lifestyle strategies, herbal medicine or nutritional supplementation where appropriate.
- IV
Review & adjust
Follow-up consultations allow Sarah to review your progress and adjust the approach where required.
“Excellent naturopath, very knowledgeable, professional and incredible bedside manner. Sarah has helped my digestive health no end. If you're looking for a naturopath, look no further. Highly recommend!”
“Sarah is amazing! She is so welcoming and kind and genuinely cares. Sarah is extremely passionate and thorough about her work and takes the time to look into every detail and get the best results for her clients. I was after a naturopath who focused on gut health and Sarah's knowledge and passion for this area is outstanding. I couldn't recommend her enough.”
“Sarah is such a warm, caring & knowledgeable naturopath. She helped me so much with my overall wellness. My quality of life has improved a lot in a short time. She tailored my plan for just me. Highly recommend.”
“Sarah is amazing at what she does! Couldn't recommend her highly enough. I saw her in relation to my skin and what she prescribed and the knowledge she provided did wonders. Sarah was very kind and really listened to my issues, which led to a great result. Thanks so much!”
“Sarah has been a blessing in guiding me in my health journey, from the inside out, through naturopathy. I highly recommend.”
Ready to take the first step?
You don't need to know exactly which appointment you need. Start with a complimentary 15-minute connection call with Sarah and talk through what's been going on.
Prefer to get started straight away? Book an initial consultation
In person Fridays, Central Coast NSW · Online Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat
sarah@acacianaturopathy.com