ABOUT
MTHFR Gene Health is a subsidiary of MTHFR Support Australia. We are dedicated to ensuring that anyone who has an MTHFR Gene mutation or any mutation in the genes of the methylation pathway is properly assessed.
We have been working with patients who have serious health issues for over 5 years and have many experienced practitioners specializing in various areas of Autism/ADD/ADHD, fertility and multiple miscarriage, anxiety, depression, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and autoimmune disease.
The methylation pathway is a complex collection of biochemical pathways that are all interrelated. Only experienced practitioners really understand the nuances of these pathways and can guide you through how to overcome severe health conditions.
Located in Neutral Bay in Sydney we offer Skype calls to patients all over the world. We also have our own brand of specialized MTHFR and methylation products.
Carolyn Ledowsky and her team are the Australian leaders in genetic interpretation and how it affects your health. Carolyn is a regular presenter and speaker lecturing to Doctors, Naturopaths, Chiropractors, Pharmacists and nutritionists around the world.
OUR TEAM
CAROLYN LEDOWSKY
Founder
Carolyn Ledowsky is the founder of MTHFR Support Australia. She is a naturopath, herbalist and nutritionist who has a Bachelor of Herbal Medicine, Bachelor of Naturopathy, Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy and Diploma of Nutrition, also having studied courses in genetics at Duke University and The University of Maryland in the US. Carolyn is a results-oriented health expert who has the ability to provide straightforward and practical advice to address your specific health issues, working with you through the entire course of your healing.
Kate Troup
Naturopath
With 25 years’ experience as a Naturopath including a wealth of practice in all elements of methylation at MTHFR Support, Kate’s knowledge, experience and wisdom helps to guide people back to their best state of health. Her in-depth understanding and experience in dealing with MTHFR and methylation, as well as other genetic areas such as COMT, MAO and CBS, gives Kate a unique insight to the possible causes of many common health concerns. Kate combines leading-edge scientific expertise with traditional know-how, and a wealth of experience from many years of clinical practice.
Kristen Soper
MTHFR and Methylation Clinical Nutritionist
Kristen is a functional-medicine Clinical Nutritionist specialising in MTHFR and methylation. She has a special interest in chronic health conditions, mood disorders and digestive health. She also has a special interest in kids’ health, specifically in addressing mood and behaviours. She has helped hundreds of patients regain health with her cutting-edge knowledge of the biochemical pathways and MTHFR.
Sonia Savage
MTHFR and Methylation Clinical Nutritionist
Sonia has specialised knowledge in the area of genetics and epigenetics, having studied with Carolyn Ledowsky (founder of MTHFR support) for many years. Sonia has a keen interest in auto-immunity, gut health, children’s wellness and fertility. With a practical, down to earth approach Sonia works with her patients to develop a personalised program to optimise health and wellbeing.
Alex Shaw
Naturopath
Alex is an Australian-trained Naturopath whose areas of expertise include clinical nutrition, botanical medicine and homeopathy, using a wide range of evidence-based natural therapies such as - nutrition, botanicals, homeopathy and counselling techniques. Alex works with her clients in a compassionate way to find the root underlying cause of their condition. She is able to offer individualised treatment plans patients of all ages, covering a broad range of health issues including food sensitivities, immune deficiencies, stress and mood imbalances.
Jessica Birch
Fertility Consultant and Clinical Nutritionist
Jessica Birch is a university-trained natural health practitioner covering all specialities, and a keen interest in preconception and fertility. Over the past 17 years, she has helped hundreds of women achieve extraordinary outcomes through her health + fertility programs. Her comprehensive approach focuses on all aspects of health + fertility including genetics, nutrition, biochemistry, lifestyle, environment as well as the mind and emotions. Jessica helps couples with preconception, fertility, pregnancy, and perhaps most importantly... the life-long health of their children.
Melanie Sheen
Naturopath and Nutritionist
Melanie is a qualified and experienced Naturopath and Nutritionist with over 18 years experience. She works as part of the MTHFR Australia team, focusing on mental health, anxiety and depression. She is a trained MTHFR Mastermind practitioner and focuses on addressing genetic susceptibility and environmental pressures contributing to poor health and disease.
Her extensive experience extends to the interpretation of pathology and many functional health testing including ALCAT, DUTCH, OAT, Mycotoxins, Complete gut microbiome, Neurotransmitter profiles, QEEG brain mapping and genetic testing to further understand the causative factors of disease.
Carrie Bailey
Functional Nutritionist
Carrie believes the body can heal itself given the right nutrition and care. What people don’t realize is that only through knowing your genetics can you prioritize your own well-being. The world is telling you to eat this food or follow that diet, but your genes may be saying no.
Carrie’s health challenges began as a kid. She struggled with allergies, recurring strep throat, constipation, and kidney stones. Her struggles continued into adulthood with fatigue, back pain, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and infertility. In search of answers, she threw her time and attention into self-healing.
Alicia Salazar
Functional Nutrition Consultant and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach
Alicia is our US Practitioner. She is a Functional Nutrition Consultant as well as a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. She has completed training through the MTHFR Practitioner Mastermind, Functional Nutrition Alliance, Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and Holistic Cannabis Academy. As with all MTHFR practitioners, Alicia will focus on understanding your genetic susceptibility, environmental factors affecting health and nutrient deficiencies. Alicia works as a collaborative member of the team. Alicia has expertise utilizing nutrition and cannabis therapy to meet your wellness goals and improve quality of life.
She specializes in nutrition, digestive health, the endocannabinoid system, stress management, and anti-inflammatory living.
Elkie Hughes
Energetic Healing Facilitator
Elkie is an Energetic Healing Facilitator who has always been interested in natural and alternative therapies and the body’s innate ability to heal.
Her passion to support people has led her to work with and facilitate numerous client’s in their self-healing process, with a focus on subconscious limiting beliefs that are holding them back in all areas of their life, including health, grief and trauma.
Elkie believes that integrative health is the key to a person’s optimal health, and working with a team of specialist Naturopaths and Nutritionists at MTHFR Support is the next step toward finding a balance for their patients.
Elkie’s modalities include Psych-K® Facilitator (Energy Psychology), Reiki II Practitioner and Integrative Health Coach.