Ruby McDonald
Gold Coast
Summary
I’m a dedicated naturopath with a passion for supporting people through their gut, hormonal, and mental health challenges. My approach combines evidence-based naturopathic medicine, herbal support, and nutritional guidance, always tailored to the individual. I focus on creating a safe and supportive space for clients, helping them feel heard and empowered in their health journey. With experience in functional testing, holistic assessment, and personalised treatment planning, I aim to not only address symptoms but also support long-term wellness and balance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Innate Naturopathy
10.2024 - Current
- Provide naturopathic consultations via telehealth, supporting clients with gut, hormonal, and mental health concerns.
- Interpret functional and pathology testing to inform evidence-based treatment strategies.
- Design and implement tailored treatment plans with clear short- and long-term health goals.
- Oversee all aspects of business operations, including scheduling, administration, and marketing.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to repeat bookings and word-of-mouth referrals.
In house naturopath
Organic health food store
01.2025 - Current
- Naturopath role, prescribing herbal remedies and supplements to customers.
- Anywhere from 10-30 customers per day providing nutritional, herbal and supplement advice and treatment plans.
- Stayed current with new supplement ranges through in house training from several brands such as Bioceuticals, Designs for Heath, Integria, Activated Probiotcs etc.
Lyft Community
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided customer-focused support for disabled participants in home and community. This helped me better understand autism and people with disabilities, to be able to help them better in a clinical space.
Student naturopath clinic experience
The Practice Wellbeing Center
07.2023 - 05.2024
- This role consists of taking on patients, dispensing herbal medicine and supplements and occasional admin role.
- Promoted optimal wellness by recommending dietary changes tailored to individual needs based on nutritional deficiencies or sensitivities discovered during assessments.
Nanny/babysitting
01.2023 - 05.2024
- This job entails a great amount of responsibility and creativity. Taking care of children from ages 6 months to 15 years of age.
Educator
Lulu Lemon Sunshine Coast
11.2022 - 01.2023
- This job entails customer service, dynamic floor coverage, managing tasks at hand and working well with a team.
Retail Assistant
Source Bulk Foods
01.2020 - 01.2022
- This job entails serving customers and providing product information. Working with the POS and EFTPOS machines. Creating a happy and inviting environment for people to shop in.
Education
Bachelor of Health Science - Naturopathy
Torrens University
05.2024
Breathwork practitioner
Cool 2Be Conscious
Business Diploma - undefined
Barrington College
01.2018
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St Hilda’s School
01.2018
Skills
- Holistic assessment
- Health promotion strategies
- Stress management strategies
- Mental health awareness
- Supplement recommendations
- Digestive health support
- Hormone balancing
- Attention to detail
- Compassionate patient care
Training
- Rachael Arthur Cracking the code mentorship program
- Leah Hechtman Foundation Fertility Activated Probiotics Symposium 2025
Timeline
In house naturopath
Organic health food store
01.2025 - Current
Owner
Innate Naturopathy
10.2024 - Current
Lyft Community
08.2024 - 12.2024
Student naturopath clinic experience
The Practice Wellbeing Center
07.2023 - 05.2024
Nanny/babysitting
01.2023 - 05.2024
Educator
Lulu Lemon Sunshine Coast
11.2022 - 01.2023
Retail Assistant
Source Bulk Foods
01.2020 - 01.2022
Business Diploma - undefined
Barrington College
undefined
St Hilda’s School
Bachelor of Health Science - Naturopathy
Torrens University
Breathwork practitioner
Cool 2Be Conscious
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