Welcome to Dear Momma – This is the podcast for moms seeking community, connection and compassion while on their health journey. Join for laughs, hacks and health information.  “Although the world is full of suffering; it’s also filled with the overcoming of it.” Helen Keller  In this episode, Dr. Murphy interviews Naturopath and Mental Health Expert Monica Shepherd of Kaptured Nutrition in Australia. This episode centers around how a naturopathic approach can take a step further than traditional medicine to find the root cause of health issues through simple, evidence-based approaches to treatment. ___________________________________________ KEY TALKING POINTS: What is a naturopathy. Working with a naturopath can start as early as infancy. ADHD be treated by a naturopath. Naturopathy can help support a patient’s desire to wean off prescription medications. ___________________________________________ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Monica Shepherd is an experienced Naturopath with a passion for mental health after realizing complementary medicine has much to offer individuals, children and families to not only function but thrive. Working through her own diagnosis with PTSD in the past, further consolidated Monica’s learning of the biochemistry involved in healing all aspects of a person. Monica uses simple, evidence-based approaches to treatment including food as medicine, herbal medicine, Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine practices.  Monica’s area of expertise includes anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD and ODD, PTSD, endometriosis, motor tics, ASD support and more. Her extensive list of qualifications includes: a Bachelor of Complementary Medicine, Advanced diploma of Naturopathy, Advanced Diploma of Nutritional Medicine and Certificate III in Children’s services. Monica is a registered practitioner in Australia but sees clients worldwide.  For more on Monica visit her practice website: www.kapturednutrition.com.au/home Follow Monica on Instagram: @monicashepherd_naturopath & @kapturednutrition ___________________________________________ ABOUT OUR HOST: Dr Catherine Murphy is an orthodontist transforming her career while serving as a holistic health advocate. She’s a presenter and the author of “Dear Momma…”, a picture book and hug for moms enduring unexpected hurdles with breastfeeding.   Follow Dr. Murphy on Instagram: @drcatherinemurphy and TikTok @drcatherinemurphy  To learn more about the host, check out www.DrCatherineMurphy.com. Please reach out to Dr. Murphy via email at [email protected] for questions, comments or to set up a presentation.  Dear Momma book: https://amzn.to/3vrv8y6 __________________________________________ At Airway Circle we offer a safe and supportive space for like-minded professionals to connect, collaborate and share information regarding airway-related issues and whole-body health. Our website:www.airwaycircle.com