Dr Karen Gay
Acupuncturist & Integrative Naturopath
MASc Acu BHSc WHM, Ad Dip Nat, Cert NFE
Dr Karen Gay is a dedicated and experienced practitioner with nearly 20 years of clinical practice. Known for her depth of knowledge and compassionate care, she regularly works with patients experiencing complex and chronic health concerns. She describes the human body as an interconnected ecosystem, where physical, emotional, and environmental factors interact in dynamic ways to influence wellbeing.
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This systems-based understanding has led her to develop extensive knowledge across a range of health areas, with particular focus on women’s health, hormonal and metabolic dysfunction, digestive disorders, mental health, and pain management.
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Karen holds formal qualifications in Naturopathy, Western Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture, and has undertaken additional training in Natural Fertility education, digestive and microbiome health, ACT counselling and visceral manipulation. Her integrative approach allows her to select from a range of evidence-based therapies to suit each patient’s unique presentation, combining traditional wisdom with modern diagnostics and treatment strategies.
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Karen is deeply passionate about the power of natural medicine and takes a holistic, integrative approach to care — combining the wisdom of traditional practices with scientific evidence-based understanding. At the heart of her work is a genuine commitment to making a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of her patients.
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In addition to her clinical work, Karen has contributed to the field as a Lecturer and Clinical Supervisor at Endeavour College of Natural Health, supporting the next generation of practitioners in both the Nutritional and Naturopathic Medicine departments.

Qualifications
Masters of Applied Science
RMIT University
Acupuncture (with distinction)
Bachelor of Health Science
Western Herbal Medicine
Awarded “Excellence in Clinical Practice” & “Most Outstanding Student”
Advanced Diploma
Naturopathy
Association Membership


Professional Development
Visceral Manipulation VM1 VM2 VM3 VM4
Neural Manipulation NM1 NM2
MAPS Gastrointestinal and Nutrition, Environmental Medicine
Advanced ACT Mindfulness
Advanced Lymphatic Drainage
Si Yuan Balance Method: Core foundations
Certificate
Natural Fertility Education