Michelle Moray discovered her passion for natural therapies in 2008. As a clinical naturopath, Michelle is dedicated to helping people achieve lasting health through natural therapies. Opening her holistic wellness centre in July 2021 stands as a highlight, allowing her to employ other health professionals and serve the Canberra community.
What inspired you to pursue a career in your field, and how did you get started?
I started studying in the field of natural therapies back in 2008 and fell in love with it. I began with remedial massage and aromatherapy which then prompted me to study kinesiology and finally naturopathy. Being a clinical naturopath, I am able to help people achieve lasting health and heal from chronic health conditions using natural therapies. The human body is endlessly fascinating!
What moment in your career are you most proud of, and why does it stand out to you?
I would have to say opening up my own holistic wellness centre in July 2021 and now being able to employ naturopaths and other health professionals and service the greater community with a range of services and modalities.
What are your favourite things about living and working in the Canberra region?
I do like that Canberra has close-knit communities with a similar vibe to a big country town. I like all the greenery, birds, walking tracks, slower pace and the cold winter foggy mornings. A lot of our client base is word of mouth which really adds to that feeling of community.
What advice do you have for young people looking to enter the working world?
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes as that is how you learn and progress. Don’t get fixated on being perfect as you will end up stagnating.
What drives you to continuously enhance your professional skills?
I value myself in being able to deliver great results for people regarding their health so I am always keeping up to date with what is new in the natural medicine industry.
How significant is the support of family and friends in helping you throughout your career and life?
I value my partner Mitchell immensely in supporting my goals as without him I don’t think I would be where I am today.
Have you faced any major challenges in your career? If so, how did you overcome them?
I signed the lease for my clinic just before covid really hit Canberra so it was tough keeping afloat but through perseverance I was able to keep going and my business thankfully survived.
Outside of work, what activities or passions keep you energised?
I love animals. At the moment we have homing pigeons. I also love the great outdoors, travelling and keeping fit.
Lakeside Wellness
3/21 Benjamin Way, Belconnen
