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We are still open for business, during this Corona virus shut down, and are seeing clients online through tele-medicine video calls or phone calls. Lab Testing and supplement ordering is still available.

Looking after our mental and physical health at this time is vital. Stay safe everyone!

Join Fairfield and start treating your fatigue. hormones. IBS. bloating.

Stephen Ward (MSc Personalised Nutrition)

Hi, Stephen Ward (MSc) from Fairfield Nutrition here.

With my combined training in nutrition, Functional Medicine, and coaching, I support a wide range of chronic health conditions.

Get Help With

Gut Health: IBS, IBD, reflux (GERD), bloating, Microbial parasites or infections (dysbiosis, Candida, H. Pylori, SIBO), poor digestion and low nutrient status, food intolerances

Low Energy and Fatigue: Low energy levels, Chronic fatigue

Inflammatory Conditions: Allergies, mold-exposure, high toxins

Hormonal Issues: Menopause, Andropause, PMS/PMDD, Women’s cycle abnormalities, endometriosis, PCOS

Brain/Neurological Health: Brain fog, poor memory, anxiety, high stress, depression

Skin Conditions: Acne, Urticaria, Psoriasis, Excema

Autoimmune conditions: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, IBD, Coeliac disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis

Cardio-Metabolic Health: Metabolic syndrome, high/low blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol, fatty liver (NASH)

Unexplained Health Condition: Maybe due to imbalances in underlying systems. Assessed using a Functional Medicine approach.

The majority of people I see are looking for help with

Chronic illness: Diagnosed or suspect one or more chronic illnesses and are still struggling with the symptoms or side effects of prescribed medications. I can work with your GP, or other health practitioners, on your case.

Unexplained Condition: No diagnosis but unexplained symptoms. Unexplained test results. Includes unexplained brain fog and cognitive issues and fatigue.

Get help that really helps

Why I offer packages

The short answer is that when you have been sick for a while, it is unlikely that you can get back your health in just a couple of sessions. Healing takes time and these packages of consultations provide the support you need to see real change. We work together closely, with consultations every two weeks – this means I am committed to you and my clients tend to also have a deeper commitment to the process as a result.

See our Terms and Conditions for inclusions and exclusions of our plans

Not sure if you’re ready to commit?

If you understand healing is a journey, but you aren’t quite ready to commit to one of our longer plans, why not arrange a time for a call so we can talk about what your next steps might be?

Or, an initial consultation gives us time to explore what might be the cause of your health issues and work on some foundational steps to improve your health, without the commitment!

Free Discovery Call

Discussion of your health issues and goals

How you can achieve your goals and feel better (what are your next steps?)

Information around how I work and what you can expect

Discussion of what your journey to improved health may look like

Answering any questions you have

Arrange a time

Health Optimisation
Digestive Health
Find intolerances and allergies
CardioMetabolic Conditions

Detoxification and liver health
Autoimmune Conditions
Fatigue
Functional Testing

Hormonal Health
Brain & Mood
Skin Health
Thyroid Conditions

Your investment for our two-month program is $690* and for our four month program it is $1190*

Includes:

Fortnightly consultations (via telehealth or phone). We will arrange dates for all consults when you decide to work with me. Dates are flexible and can be re-arranged as needed.
Unlimited support from myself between consultations.
All the resources you need: consultation notes, personalised protocols, diet guidance and planning, and handouts etc.
And of course, support and guidance to get you feeling well again

Pay by Installments:

*Programs can be paid in full or a deposit of $260 upon booking, with the remaining balance split over monthly repayments at no additional cost. Any supplements or functional pathology testing needed to facilitate your therapeutic journey is an additional cost.

See our Terms and Conditions for inclusions and exclusions of our plans

Get to the Root Cause

My aim is to help you find the root causes of your health issues and get well, stay well, and feel amazing. We use nutrition, and a holistic Functional Medicine approach which considers sleep, stress, and movement, to move your body back to a state of vitality and wellness

Health Care with Ethics

To help you get to know me better, I’ve also put together this list of what I stand for and stand against.

Always Reachable

We use a smart phone app to provide coaching support, messaging, and a cutting-edge portal for your tasks, recommendations, and results

Frequently Asked Questions

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What consultations are included in your plans?

All plans include an initial consultation of an hour and a half that is a detailed intake to listen to you and assess your current health issues and your full health history.

Then, follow up consultations (45 mins) are typically every two weeks. This means that there are 4 consults in total on a 2-month plan and 8 consults on a 4-month plan. It is possible to spread out the consults more than the typical 2 weeks.

In between consults you can contact me anytime through our app. This keeps you on-track and answers any questions you may have.

I like what I see, but I’m not sure I can afford it

Sometimes it’s worth considering, what is the cost of not taking action? What does it cost you, financially and otherwise, to treat the symptoms and not the root causes of your health issues?

There’s a huge cost in the lifetime dependencies on drugs, supplements, surgeries, and lost wages. Medicines may also cost Medicare thousands whereas lifestyle and nutrition interventions are nothing in comparison, and you have knowledge of a lifestyle intervention for life, and it’s something you can share with your family. You are essentially investing in a healthy way of life.

Seeing a Functional Medicine practitioner involves a very in-depth intake form, history taking, an extended consultation, maybe lab testing, and aren’t covered by Medicare. This obviously increases the initial out of pocket expense.

However, knowing the root causes of your health issues means that we can address these causes and improve your health quicker, meaning less supplements and interventions in the long term.

I recommend the 6 consultation plan as it’s a results-driven plan, and includes care for up to 6 months. Once, you are committed to it, I’m committed to you for this period. You can contact me questions at any time between consultations using our coaching app so that you are never without support. I’ll be your expert health expert and coach during this time.

Also on the 6 consultation, you can also pay 50% of the plan price before the first consultation, and 50% after the second consultation. If you aren’t totally satisfied after the first two consults, we can go our separate ways and there’s no need to pay the remaining amount.

Can I speak to someone at Fairfield Nutrition? I have questions

Yes, we are more than happy to have a chat to discuss how we work and how we can support you.

We understand one of our plans is a significant commitment so we are happy to talk you through it.

Get in touch to arrange a time for a call or call us on 0416720981 now.

Are consultations face-to-face or online / on the phone?

At this time, all consultations and chats are done online through video tele-medicine or over the phone.

What can I expect during my first consultation?

In an initial consultation, we look at:

WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS?

We work together to get clarity around your goals, so that the personalised plan we develop assists you in achieving your goals and re-gaining your health or well-being.

HISTORY TAKING

We go over your health concerns and your Functional Medicine health questionnaire and gather a detailed health timeline since birth to bring your health story to life. The timeline is about you, the individual, and what makes you unique. It helps us to identify your specific imbalances, and so is personalised, and helps the practitioner to identify changes which will help you change your trajectory from one that may be heading towards chronic disease towards one that is towards health and vitality.

WHAT MAY BE CAUSING MY HEALTH ISSUES?

Based on the information that the practitioner has gathered, they will then spend some time explaining how the core-systems of your body may be (mal) functioning, and how your health concerns may have developed. This entails looking deeply at the building blocks of good health such as hormones, digestion, immune system, detoxification and the interconnections between these systems.

WHAT NOW?

Together, we will work on a comprehensive health plan including diet, and lifestyle factors such as sleep, rest, and movement. The practitioner will ensure you understand why each step of the plan is included so that you aren’t simply told what to do, and are motivated to make the necessary changes.

Together, we can do it – you will leave the session with the motivation and knowledge to follow the plan.

To support you throughout the process, you will receive this personalised report by email with my findings and recommendations for appropriate dietary and lifestyle changes.

Do I need to complete the health questionnaire?

It’s best to set aside an hour or so to complete the health questionnaire.

It is needed to be completed before your first consultation as it provides the information needed to personalise your consultation to your unique situation. Everyone is different after all.

Functional Medicine aims to get at the root cause of health conditions but to do that we need more than just a list of your symptoms so we can understand which of the body’s systems may not be functioning aswell as it could be.

Is the expense of laboratory testing or supplements included in your plans?

Our plans include consultations, phone calls, and unlimited messaging. Any supplements or laboratory testing (that isn’t done through your GP and Medicare) will be an additional cost.

Will I need to take supplements or do laboratory tests?

Laboratory tests offer an insight into your bio-chemistry and enable treatment to be more focused on your unique biology and the root causes of your health issues. They may, therefore, be recommended, although there is no obligation to do the tests. We have access to cutting-edge pathology tests from labs such as

NutriPath
Genova Diagnostics
Precision Analytical
Great Plains

Whilst in the first instance, we do support you with nutrition and lifestyle changes, sometimes supplementation is suggested.

We will explain why supplements have been recommended and how they will support you in achieving your goals. We will either have the supplements available in-stock or will provide details of where to order them online. We will also let you know of any possible drug-nutrient interactions with medications you may be taking.

Why aren’t the lab tests covered by Medicare and how are they different from the tests my doctor orders?

Our laboratory tests are often more advanced than the standard conventional tests offered under Medicare, and may include risk factors (metabolites) for conditions that aren’t covered by Medicare. For instance, a stool sample test looks at the health of the gut, its microbiome, parasites that may exist, inflammation and numerous other factors which give us a better indication of the functioning of your gut and how that may be affecting your symptoms. Your GP is not typically trained in the latest Functional Testing and working with these tests. Our practitioners are have undergone years of training for their interpretation.

Can I claim on my Extras insurance (Australia)?

At this time, unfortunately, you are not able to claim our services on your Extras insurance.