Lesley Oakes

Naturopath · 30+ years

Area’s of Special interests include Health Ageing, Hormone balancing, Thyroid and Adrenal health, Skin health and Weight Management.

Lesley is a Naturopath and Board Certified Healthy Ageing Practitioner with Australian Academy of Healthy Ageing Medicine and is Australia’s first Naturopath to achieve Board Certification from the American Academy of Healthy Ageing Medicine.

Lesley is a Fellow of the Australian Natural Therapists Association with over 30 years of clinical experience.

Known for her caring, professional manner and a long history of successfully treating patients, Lesley believes in embracing new technology to accurately assist in analysing body systems.

Her passion lies in the area of healthy ageing, vitality and longevity which is concerned with decreasing the risk of all illnesses and conditions associated with accelerated ageing such as fatigue, weight gain, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, dementia and osteoporosis.

Lesley specialises in optimising hormone and thyroid balance using advanced laboratory testing to develop treatment protocols to assist with hormonal imbalances and declining hormone levels associated with ageing.

With a broad range of experience, her areas of expertise also include weight management, Bio-Impedance analysis testing and general health issues for people of all ages.

Lesley believes that with proper assessment, monitoring and coaching, the body’s metabolism can be shifted favourably, energy levels Improved , the risk of accelerated ageing can be avoided and that early testing and treatment protocols can help maintain good health for as long as possible.

If you’re interested in increasing your health span, not just your lifespan, book your appointment with Lesley today.

Call us on 08 9328 9233 or book online.

What patients say

Over the past six years I have been suffering in silence with Lichen Sclerosis in a few areas on my body with extreme itching and not being able to sleep due to constant scratching.

After an initial consultation with Lesley Oakes she provided a very natural cream along with supplementation which was immensely helpful in stopping the itch. The medical profession has no cure for Lichen Sclerosis and their only advice was to use cortisone cream which I have applied for six years.

The natural remedy supplied by Lesley Oakes is a great blessing and I cannot thank her and Perth Natural Medical Clinic enough for their dedication in helping others by using natural ingredients and in a professional manner

J.T

Before I met Lesley, I was given a bit of the run arounds and told that rest was all I could do for my diagnosis of chronic fatigue. Prior to seeing Lesley, I was a walking zombie. I couldn’t concentrate, weak, fragile, lethargic, with frequent stomach upsets, overall body aches and head aches, that left me incapable of doing anything. My cousin recommended I see Lesley as he had seen her in the past. It was the best decision I’d made. After only a month on the treatment she gave me, I noticed a major difference. My energy levels improved, my focus was clearer, I was able to function more normally and hold a conversation with people. Months later my stomach pains are gone, I’m back to full strength and I feel normal again. I am forever grateful for Lesley’s assistance. I recommend her to anyone who is in the same state as I was.

Patient L

My doctor told me I had a thyroid problem and all I needed to do was take one pill a day for the rest of my life, simple as that, but why didn’t I feel any better? Then I found Lesley Oakes & the Thyroflex test. Lesley took the time to understand my thyroid problem and why I need supplements to ensure all my hormones work in harmony. Without her guidance & amazing understanding, I would not be enjoying life as much as I do now. I freely recommend Lesley

Helen H

I started to see Lesley Oakes this year to help support my under active thyroid and peri-menopause symptoms. Lesley confidently assessed my condition and sent me for further testing before suggesting supplements for me. I have been delighted with the results I have achieved in just 2 months and how much better I feel overall. Lesley is a very thorough, approachable and effective naturopath, I can not recommend her highly enough.

Harsha Q

I was diagnosed with PCOS in 2015. I had many issues like facial hair, skin darkening, weight gain, irregular periods, cystic acne, hair thinning, mood swings, sugar cravings etc. By 2018, I started to be cautious of what I ate and tried to be active as far as could and hoped to see changes. It took so long to lose weight, whereas gaining weight always happened instantaneously. I approached so many gynecologists since 2015, and almost every time I was identified to have high testosterone levels and an imbalanced ratio of the female hormones.

Medications to regulate periods and improve insulin sensitivity was my only go to.

Even after putting in so much purpose, I never noticed any permanent or positive changes. Deciding to have a consultation with Lesley at Perth Natural Medical Clinic was the best of all. I was tested for iodine, vitamin D and all other hormones, that I never had done before and realised I lacked them significantly.

I started noticing changes in my body within a month with the energy levels, slowly the facial hair reduced and acne was under control, and my periods became more regular. A big thanks to Lesley for helping me regain my confidence and help me achieve better health.

Arparna R

Hi Lesley, Thank you so very much for taking the time to see me and work nothing less than a miracle. I was a mess, fatigue, grief & depression had me hiding from the world and barely able to work. 5 weeks later with your help and herbs, I am finally starting to get the old me back ! I would recommend your services to any women, especially any that know they are not depressed but their GP’s only recommendation was to prescribe Antidepression medication.

You saved me.

Sharon

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Healthy Ageing from Within

Healthy Ageing is now fully researched and is fast becoming one of the most sought-after areas in the field of natural medicine.

Generally speaking, there are two types of ageing – normal ageing and pathological (or accelerated) ageing. The field of anti-ageing medicine is concerned with decreasing the risk of all illnesses and conditions associated with accelerated ageing such coronary heart disease, inflammatory conditions, dementia, osteoporosis, fatigue etc. No-one wants to live longer with debility or chronic illness or cognitive impairment, and early detection and treatment protocols can help prevent ageing-related dysfunction and disease.

Our hormones don’t decline because we age; the opposite is true we age because our hormones decline. Optimal health and well-being for males and females can be maintained by ensuring an adequate and appropriate balance of hormone levels. Consequently the optimisation of hormonal balance is most important.

Evaluation of base-line hormone levels and ratios using saliva and urine testing can assist in providing an index of your body’s hormonal environment to determine if any of the symptoms which you are experiencing are associated with an imbalance or lack of specific hormones.

Why Thyroid Testing Makes Sense

Do you have a health problem that you’re struggling resolve? If so, get your thyroid tested!

As the thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate almost every cell in our body, there’s a very good chance that you’re experiencing a thyroid-related problem.

The hormones produced by the thyroid gland are called T4 & T3 and their job is to regulate the cells within our central nervous system, our heart, liver, kidneys, skin, bones and those within our muscles. Among the thyroid’s most important functions is the control of our metabolic rate, thermogenesis, and oxygen consumption.

The thyroid gland is a bow-tie shaped gland which is located at the front of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple and around one in twenty people will experience some form of thyroid dysfunction in their lifetime. The risk of thyroid-related health issues increases as we age and women are more susceptible to thyroid-related health problems than men.

As the “master controller” of most bodily functions, an over-active or under-active thyroid gland can be the root cause of a broad range of health issues. Extensive thyroid hormone testing provides an in-depth evaluation of Thyroid health

Bio-Impedance Analysis

When you’re trying to get healthier, you’re most likely wanting to lose fat and gain muscle, as such its important to be able to accurately differentiate between muscle mass and fat mass. The Bio-Impedance Analysis does this, making it a far more accurate and beneficial method of Body Composition measurement and treatment.

What Does Bio-Impedance Analysis (BIA) Measure?

BIA measures some of the important biological markers associated with ageing and our general well being, these include the following.

  • Body Fat Mass
  • Fluid Retention Levels
  • Your Biological Age
  • Muscle Mass
  • Cellular Vitality
  • Daily Kilojoules Required
  • Toxicity Levels
  • Hydration Status
  • Hydration Requirements

The Benefits of BIA

By analysing the biological markers, an accurate status of your health can be recorded, and areas that need attention can be targeted for treatment. This service is ideal for anyone wanting to reduce fat, increase muscle tone & general fitness, detoxify their body, increase energy levels and promote healthy ageing.

About Our Skin

The condition of our skin can have a significant impact on how we feel about ourselves. As such, when our skin looks good, we feel good. Healthy looking skin helps us feel more confident, more positive and generally happier.

Skin problems can be the result of a deeper, more internal imbalance going on inside of us. Things like chronic stress, digestive problems, hormonal imbalances, food intolerance’s can all create inflammation in the body resulting in various skin conditions for some people.

Common Skin Problems

  • Eczema/Dermatitis: An inflammation of the skin which can effect individuals with a family history of allergies.
  • Rosacea: An inflammatory skin condition usually beginning in middle age. It begins with flushing and redness due to small surface blood vessels.
  • Acne: An inflammatory disease of the skin that effects the area’s which contain the largest sebaceous glands.
  • Psoriasis: An immune mediated inflammatory disease of the skin characterized by red, scaly patches.

Just like everything else about our bodies, great skin health starts from within. Natural treatment of skin problems is very individualized an may include one or a combination of the following:

  • Skin specific nutrients for healing and repair
    The clearing of tissue wastes
  • Correcting digestion and re balance gut microbiome
  • Herbal medicine to provide anti-inflammatory effects
  • Correct any nutritional deficiencies to support the skin barrier
  • Herbal support for hormone imbalances