Naturopathy & Natural Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions


  • What services does Classical Naturopathy & Herbals offer?

    Classical Naturopathy & Herbals provides naturopathy and remedial massage at both its Nairne and Strathalbyn clinics. Its wider natural healthcare services include Western herbal medicine, functional pathology testing, oncology massage and aromatherapy, with dietary and lifestyle advice, counselling and supplementation also available as part of individualised care.


  • Is naturopathy available in both Nairne and Strathalbyn?

    Yes. Classical Naturopathy & Herbals provides naturopathy at both the Nairne and Strathalbyn clinics. Clients at either location can access individualised naturopathic care, with other services such as herbal medicine, functional pathology testing and remedial massage also available.


  • What is naturopathy?

    Naturopathy is a holistic approach to individualised healthcare. At Classical Naturopathy & Herbals, the person's circumstances are considered before relevant natural healthcare options are discussed. These may include herbal medicine, supplementation, dietary and lifestyle advice, testing and other complementary services where appropriate.


  • Does every naturopathy client receive the same treatment?

    No. Classical Naturopathy & Herbals specifically takes an individualised approach. Consultations allow each person's circumstances and concerns to be considered before appropriate options are discussed. This means services such as herbal medicine, supplementation, testing or dietary and lifestyle advice are not automatically recommended to everyone.


  • Who provides the naturopathy services?

    The practice is run by Mimi Cox. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Health Science in Complementary Medicine, an Advanced Diploma in Naturopathy and an Advanced Diploma in Western Herbal Medicine. She also holds qualifications in remedial massage, oncology massage and aromatherapy.


  • Does Classical Naturopathy & Herbals provide herbal medicine?

    Yes. Western herbal medicine is part of the practice's natural healthcare services. Mimi holds an Advanced Diploma in Western Herbal Medicine, and medical-grade herbal medicines and supplementation may be considered as part of an individualised naturopathic approach where appropriate.

  • What happens before an initial naturopathy consultation?

    Clients are asked to complete a comprehensive patient questionnaire online before their first naturopathy appointment. The initial consultation lasts one hour, giving the practitioner time to consider the client's circumstances and concerns before discussing an individual approach.


  • Is remedial massage available in both Nairne and Strathalbyn?

    Yes. Classical Naturopathy & Herbals offers Remedial Massage Nairne and Remedial Massage Strathalbyn services. Both clinics provide remedial massage alongside naturopathy and other complementary healthcare services, allowing clients to choose the location that is most suitable for them.


  • What types of massage are available?

    The practice offers remedial massage, trigger point therapy, sports and deep tissue massage, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage massage, pregnancy massage, foot reflexology, relaxation and therapeutic massage, aromatherapy and oncology massage. Treatment options can be considered according to the individual client's circumstances.


  • What is remedial massage?
    Remedial massage is one of the massage and therapy services provided by Classical Naturopathy & Herbals. The practice takes an individualised approach, so treatment can be considered according to the client's particular needs rather than using an identical massage routine for every appointment.
  • What is oncology massage?

    Oncology massage is a specialised form of massage for people with a current or previous cancer diagnosis. At Classical Naturopathy & Herbals, it involves gentle movement, slow techniques and light touch rather than the stronger pressure associated with some other forms of massage.


  • Can oncology massage be claimed through a health fund?

    Classical Naturopathy & Herbals states that oncology massage is claimable through health funds under remedial massage. HICAPS is available for eligible on-the-spot health fund rebates and payments. Individual eligibility and rebate amounts depend on the client's health fund and level of cover.


  • What functional pathology testing is available?

    Classical Naturopathy & Herbals lists live blood analysis, hair mineral analysis, genetic testing, zinc tally testing and other functional pathology testing among its services. Testing forms part of the practice's wider individualised healthcare approach and may be considered according to the client's circumstances.


  • Does every naturopathy client need functional pathology testing?

    No. Functional pathology testing is one of several services available through the practice and is not presented as an automatic requirement for every naturopathy client. Whether testing is relevant can be considered according to the person's individual circumstances.


  • Where is the Nairne clinic?

    The Nairne clinic is located at 1A Stockham Street, Nairne SA 5252. Both naturopathy and remedial massage are available at this location, together with other services offered by Classical Naturopathy & Herbals.


  • Where is the Strathalbyn clinic?

    The Strathalbyn clinic operates from C/o Strathalbyn Holistic, 2/2–4 Donald Street, Strathalbyn SA 5255. Naturopathy and remedial massage are both available at this location alongside the practice's other complementary healthcare services.


  • Is HICAPS available?

    Yes. Classical Naturopathy & Herbals offers HICAPS for eligible on-the-spot health fund rebates and payments. The practice states that Mimi has provider numbers for naturopathy and remedial massage. Eligibility and the rebate available depend on the client's individual health fund and cover.


  • How can I book an appointment?

    Appointments can be made through the Classical Naturopathy & Herbals online booking system. Clients can also call 0448 375 005 to discuss an appointment. Naturopathy and remedial massage services are available at both the Nairne and Strathalbyn locations.