Holistic, personalised care

True wellbeing comes from the inside out

Let us help you on your journey

WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT MY APPOINTMENT?


AT YOUR INITIAL APPOINTMENT, YOU WILL RECEIVE:

  • the time to explore your health concerns, in a safe supportive environment (a pre-appointment intake questionnaire will be sent to you in advance)

  • an in-depth holistic review of your symptoms, as well as your personal and health history

  • comprehensive interpretation of any recent testing, with further testing as needed - funded through community labs where possible

  • the option of non funded personalised/precision medicine testing if indicated and desired, including gut microbiome testing; pharmacogenomics (genetic metabolism of prescription medications); nutrigenomics (personalised nutrition and lifestyle recommendations based on your unique DNA profile), or continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) - additional costs apply

  • an individualised treatment plan, based on your personal goals and health priorities

  • coaching, advice, and support, to help you achieve your optimal health

  • up to date evidence-based practical tools and resources to help you create lasting change

  • follow-up options to provide you with ongoing support, accountability and assistance

PLEASE NOTE - DR MARISSA IS NOT TAKING ON ANY NEW CLIENTS CURRENTLY DUE TO BEING AT CAPACITY. EXISTING CLIENTS CAN STILL BOOK VIA THE BOOKING LINKS

AT YOUR FOLLOW-UP APPOINTMENTS, YOU CAN EXPECT:

  • review and monitoring of your progress, response to treatment, and ongoing goals

  • adjustments to your health plan as needed - based on what matters to YOU

  • discussion and in-depth analysis of any further testing requested

  • updating health goals as needed

  • a deeper understanding of how your nutrition and lifestyle are affecting your health, and what you can do to improve these

  • accountability and support to keep you on track as you make changes

  • we will help you feel empowered, heard, and truly cared for, and we take the time to listen!

WE OFFER OPTIONS OF 1-HOUR, 45 MIN, OR 30-MINUTE FOLLOW-UP APPOINTMENTS, DEPENDING ON YOUR NEEDS AND PREFERENCES. MOST PEOPLE BENEFIT FROM AT LEAST 1-2 FOLLOW-UP APPOINTMENTS, BUT THESE ARE NOT COMPULSORY.

PLEASE NOTE - All bookings and enquiries for Dr Taisia Cech are now through her new website The Healthstyle Doctor

Menopause and Perimenopause consults

Are you a woman in your 30s, 40s or 50s and noticing your body (and hormones) changing?

Hot flushes and night sweats are what we typically associate with menopause, but symptoms such as brain fog, mood swings, palpitations, poor sleep and stubborn weight gain can all also be linked to hormone changes - often years before periods stop!

Perimenopause and menopause can be times of huge transition, but they can equally be times you also thrive- as there are SO many things that can help.

We offer holistic in depth menopause consultations, where we take the time to listen to your symptoms and concerns, explore the role nutrition and other factors may be having, and take a comprehensive look at your current health, as well as risk factors for future health issues. And we provide you with simple practical strategies, support, and coaching, to help you get your health back where you want it to be..

This can include prescribing safe effective MHT (HRT aka hormone replacement therapy) if desired or needed - we can also talk you through the pro’s and con’s of HRT, and help you make a decision that works for YOU.

Taking the time to optimise your well-being at this stage of life can have massive benefits - it not only helps improve symptoms to get your quality of life back, it also optimizes your quality of life, and your future well-being.

If you feel like you don't know your body anymore, and want to feel well again, we'd love to help you!

Wellness advice is everywhere these days - it can be so hard to know where to start and what to do.

Yet the small things you do on a day to day basis are what have the biggest impact on lasting health!

We take the time to listen to your story, and help you address the root causes of poor health.

Plus we give you the knowledge and options to find what works for you, to live your best life.

Our team

Dr Marissa Kelaher

MBChB, DCH, FRNZCGP, ASLM, ACNEM

I specialise in holistic health consultations, taking an in-depth look at your current health and future goals, and creating a highly tailored plan to help you achieve optimal health and well-being.

I am a Fellow of the Royal NZ College of General Practitioners, with additional training in Lifestyle Medicine, and am currently completing Fellowship with the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

I have completed postgraduate education in nutritional and environmental medicine; integrative peri/menopause wellbeing; nutrigenomics; metabolic and heart health; longevity; and thyroid and adrenal conditions.

I also utilise nutrigenomic (DNA) testing ,gut microbiome testing, and other functional tests if needed and desired, and have a special interest in personalised precision medicine, and mind body medicine.

I enjoy helping and empowering people to regain control of their health, and can help with hormonal health issues, heart health, gut health, autoimmune disease, metabolic health, thyroid and adrenal health, holistic mental wellbeing, and non-diet weight management.

I am based in beautiful Golden Bay, and run my clinics fully online (virtual appointments only), Wednesday to Friday.

I look forward to helping you on your journey to better health!

PLEASE NOTE - I AM NOT TAKING ON ANY NEW CLIENTS AT PRESENT AS OF JANUARY 2025

Private consultations with qualified medical doctors, tailored to your personal health goals

Discover a comprehensive integrated evidence based approach to well-being, identifying and tackling the root causes of illness

We give you the power to take health care back into your own hands

INVESTMENT:

  • $359 for an initial 1 hour appointment including detailed management plan and review of health questionnaire- NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

  • $329 for an in depth 1 hour follow-up appointment

  • $245 for a standard 45 minute follow-up appointment

  • $165 for a 30 min standard follow-up appointment

  • $30 for non urgent repeat prescriptions (allow 2 working days, only for medications initiated/altered by us, please see your GP for standard repeats

  • $30 for email queries (more complex enquiries will be charged at an hourly rate of $329/h). This does not apply to simple queries related to a recent appointment

CANCELLING/RESCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS:

  • Any appointment cancellations or rebookings MUST be made at least 48 hours prior to your appointment time, otherwise the full appointment fee will be charged.

  • If you wish to cancel your consultation - we can offer you a full refund (less a $60 processing fee for new patient appointments, or $30 for follow-up appointments). to cover payment gateway and administration fees

  • If you wish to rebook your appointment, no fee applies, provided any rebookings are made AT LEAST 48 hours prior to your appointment

  • We are unable to provide a refund for any cancellations or rebookings made within 48 hours of your scheduled appointment

  • In the event of non attendance, no refunds will be given

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