melissa hohaia

women's wellness | naturopathic clinician

about me

I have worked for more than two decades in the Health and Fitness industry. During this time, I have developed a passion for empowering women with a greater understanding of their health - guiding them on a journey to discover the health solutions they need to transform their wellness.

my qualifications

Bachelor Science (Human Biology),

Advanced Diploma (Naturopathy),

Advanced Diploma (Western Herbal Medicine),

Advanced Certificate (Personal Training)

I first became interested in Natural Therapies as a 12 year old when I experienced firsthand the positive impact they could have.


My younger sister fell very sick and was not given much hope by the 'conventional' medical specialists - as a family we were told that she would be lucky to ever live a 'normal' life. It was at that time that my mum went 'out on a limb' and sought some advice from a Naturopath, who's guidance was invaluable and allowed my sister to regain a healthy and fulfilling life. It was at this point that I remember deciding that I also wanted to be able to have a positive influence on peoples' lives and guide them towards their health goals. I couldn't think of a more rewarding career.​


After completing high school, I went on to Study a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology at Curtin University, in Perth, Western Australia. At this time, I also commenced my Naturopathic studies. After graduating from Curtin, I then completed an Advanced Certificate in Personal Training and proceeded to work in various gyms (including managing LORDS gym in Subiaco for over five years) while I finished off my Natural Therapies study.


For over eight years, working as a Personal Trainer, I found it increasingly frustrating and confusing as to why some of my clients had to work so hard to achieve their results, while others just came upon it naturally. This led me to specialise in the area of energy optimisation, body composition management, and weight loss (or more importantly 'fat loss').


By combining my knowledge of exercise and Natural Therapies I am able to help a client uncover what underlying imbalances or health conditions are affecting their health, and I have developed some very personalised approaches over the years that have allowed me to assist countless people achieve their health goals.


After struggling with my own health issues - including HPA dysfunction (aka adrenal fatigue), immune challenges such as glandular fever, chronic allergies, digestive discomfort, and long term menstrual issues, I have truly been able to realise the power of a successfully targeted Natural Therapy approach. I've tried and tested a lot of my treatment protocols!


On a personal note, I am a mum to three awesome ‘little people’ and wife to a kiwi FIFO worker. In my spare time I love getting outdoors in the sunshine and engaging in anything that allows me to explore my creative side - the beach is my happy place.

i am...

A passionate practitioner

I love sitting down with my patients and hearing their story – pulling together their past and present medical history and making sense of what is really going on with their health. I will always strive to create a heartfelt connection with my patients, offering them a caring and nurturing wellness experience.

Inquisitive by nature

I am all about digging deep, leaving no stone unturned, and providing successful solutions. I'm not afraid to have those awkward conversations that you probably haven't even had with your closest girlfriend - coz we need to chat about all your bodily functions to shed light on exactly what is going on. I will make sure that I always have a warm cup of tea and a box of tissues ready - just in case you need to shed a tear. (But be warned - I will probably cry along with you!)

I believe in an integrated and personalised treatment approach. I combine my in-depth knowledge of nutritional science, botanical medicine, and supplements, along with the appropriate pathology testing and lifestyle modifications to support the transformation of my patients’ health.

I will never stop learning and asking why.


resuts driven

Nothing lights me up more than getting my patients the results they desire. I have developed a specific interest in hormonally-driven weight loss resistance and fatigue management. I have supported countless women in reclaiming their glowing confidence and have successfully guided them towards a level of health that allows them to engage with their true health potential.

I want you to feel like you have someone in your corner, invested in your health and cheering you on.

This is what lights me up and keeps me doing what I do.

a hard working chick

I am a born over-achiever, some-what-of-a-perfectionist and I definitely take on more than I should.

I care a lot for others and am guilty of burning the candle at both ends. I’m real. Going through the same challenges in life as everyone else.

still working on myself

I will never profess to have it all together. There will never be any judgement. I've had my health struggles and I still consider myself a work in progress.

I truly believe that the patient-practitioner relationship is such an important part of the treatment. If you feel like we might mesh, then I would love to meet you.


my philosophy

let me explain my approach and promises that I will make to you...

I will always strive to create a heartfelt connection with my patients - offering them a caring and nurturing wellness experience.


I believe in proven and tested therapeutic approaches, that have been researched and shown to provide positive health outcomes.


I utilise the appropriate pathological and functional testing through quality laboratories when it is going to provide valuable insights into my patients' health and direct the most beneficial treatment plan.


I value the collaboration between myself and other health professionals - I will always put my patients' health as the priority and will seek to find them the best treatment options.


I always keep up-to-date with the latest research so that the treatment approaches I offer my patients are current. I do not believe in relying on old methods - health is constantly changing and we are learning more and more about the best way to tackle various health conditions.

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