My Journey into Healing Began Early At just two years old when I first stepped into a dance studio. This early introduction to movement blossomed into an elite athletic career that eventually led me to qualify for the Commonwealth Games in swimming. My path seemed clear until a series of four car accidents shattered not just my athletic dreams, but my physical health.

From Elite Athlete to Patient Advocate The aftermath of these accidents triggered a cascade of health challenges that would fundamentally reshape my life. Beginning at age 25, I faced the first of multiple autoimmune diagnoses that would follow at ages 30, 34, 38, and 40—each bringing new complications to navigate. A cervical cancer diagnosis further tested my resilience and deepened my understanding of the complex relationship between physical and emotional health.

Family Health Legacy On top of my personal health challenges, my Dad experienced a heart attack at just 36 years of age, requiring triple bypass surgery. Thankfully he recovered. However, now in his later years, he has dementia. My mother suffered a stroke and now has Rheumatoid Arthritis. My brother has Parkinson’s disease. As a family, we know what it’s like to struggle with severe health challenges and we don’t take anything for granted.

A Turning Point By 30, I nearly lost my life—not just to illness, but to a healthcare system that repeatedly misdiagnosed me. It was my own health knowledge, painstakingly acquired through years of self-education and personal research, that ultimately saved my life. This pivotal experience revealed how conventional medicine often treats symptoms while overlooking root causes, sometimes creating new problems while addressing others.

Beyond Physical Struggles My battle wasn't limited to physical ailments. A 15-year eating disorder, severe anxiety, and the emotional toll of being dismissed by countless specialists taught me what it truly means to suffer in silence. I intimately understand the despair of living with chronic pain while feeling unheard by those who should provide help.

Finding Purpose Through Pain Through these challenges, I discovered my calling: transforming my suffering into service. I recognised that my unique journey equipped me with insights that could help others avoid the isolation and frustration I experienced. This realisation fuelled my commitment to create a practice where patients feel genuinely understood and supported.

A Different Approach to Healing At XLR-8 Your Health, I bring professional expertise and lived experience to each client interaction. My approach centres on deep listening, authentic compassion, and comprehensive solutions that address the whole person. I create a safe space where your experiences are validated and your healing journey is respected.

My Mission is Deeply Personal To offer others the hope, understanding, and empowerment I once desperately sought. Together with Debbie, we've built a practice that honours both conventional medicine and integrative approaches, creating a sanctuary for those who have searched for answers elsewhere without success.