Yes. I specialise in children and teens struggling with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, meltdowns, and behavioural challenges. My approach addresses nervous system regulation, underlying stressors, gut health, and nutritional support to help children feel calmer and more focused.

“Behaviour is often a reflection of an overwhelmed nervous system, not a child being ‘difficult,’” says Elissa Phippen, children’s mental health naturopath.

Yes. Anxiety often presents as irritability, defiance, aggression, or tantrums because the child’s nervous system is in “survival mode.” Emotional outbursts are often the body’s way of expressing stress.

Nutrition significantly impacts brain chemistry and nervous system regulation. Blood sugar swings, gut imbalance, and nutrient deficiencies (like zinc, magnesium, B‑vitamins) can increase irritability, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation.

Helpful tip: Balanced meals with whole foods, protein, and healthy fats support steady energy and mood.

Yes. Chronic stress can alter emotional regulation pathways, impact sleep, focus, and behaviour. Calm, predictable routines and targeted nervous system support can reverse these effects.

Yes. I work collaboratively with GPs, paediatricians, and psychiatrists to provide safe, complementary support alongside medication. This includes nervous system regulation, nutritional optimisation, sleep strategies, and emotional support.

Helpful tip: Always disclose medications during consultation to ensure coordinated safe care.

Common outcomes include:

• Fewer meltdowns and behavioural outbursts

• Improved sleep patterns

• Better focus and emotional regulation

• More peaceful family interactions

• Parents feeling reconnected with their child

“Families often say it feels like meeting their child for the first time,” says Elissa.

Common outcomes include:

• Fewer meltdowns and behavioural outbursts

• Improved sleep patterns

• Better focus and emotional regulation

• More peaceful family interactions

• Parents feeling reconnected with their child

Parent testimonial:

“I always knew my child was in there — I would catch glimpses of them every now and then. I could tell my child was suffering and I just wanted to help them make their life easier and less stressful to live. Elissa has given us that.”

Helpful tip: Families often feel like they are finally connecting with their child fully, seeing the regulated, happy child that was always there.

The first step is a complimentary Discovery Call to clarify your concerns, understand your child’s history, and determine the best approach. I offer telehealth consultations Australia-wide for convenience.

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