Rowena Baden

Naturopath

Rowena Baden — Naturopath & Functional Medicine Practitioner

Certified Genetic Mentor (MTHFR Support Australia), Certificate in SIBO Mastery

Rowena Baden is a degree-qualified Naturopath and Functional Medicine Practitioner with a special interest in gut, hormonal, and metabolic health. She combines advanced pathology interpretation, functional testing, and evidence-based natural medicine to identify the underlying drivers of a symptom picture and develop realistic, personalised treatment plans that support long-term health outcomes.

Her clinical approach focuses on restoring balance through targeted nutrition, lifestyle advice and personalised herbal therapies. Rowena is passionate about helping patients navigate complex health concerns, particularly those involving digestive dysfunction, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, stress, mood and metabolic health.

As NatMed’s Lead Weight Loss Practitioner and founder of the SHIFT Weight Loss Programs, she supports patients in achieving sustainable health improvements through working to correct the key underlying drivers of weight gain or metabolic dysfunction. Rowena is committed to empowering her patients with practical, achievable solutions that improve energy, resilience, vitality, and overall quality of life.

Areas of Focus

Gut Health & Microbiome Support including IBS, SIBO, Bloating & Reflux
Hormonal Health including PCOS, Endometriosis & Adenomyosis, PMS & Perimenopausal support
Thyroid & Adrenal Dysfunction
Weight Management & Metabolic Health
Skin complaints: Acne, Eczema & Dermatitis
Fatigue, Sleep, Mood & Energy Optimisation

Qualifications & Training

Bachelor Degree in Health Science (Naturopathy)
Certificate in SIBO Mastery
Advanced PCOS, Endometriosis and Perimenopause Certification and mentoring with Rhiannan Hardingham
Certified Genetic Mentoring (MTHFR Support Australia)
The Coaching Institute MetaDynamics
Complete Microbiome Manipulation – Completion 2027

Testing/Modalities

Comprehensive Pathology Interpretation
Complete Microbiome Mapping & SIBO breath testing
Organic Acid Test (OAT)
Hormonal Testing (including EndoMap and DUTCH testing)
DNA profiling
Body Composition Analysis
Live Blood Analysis

What Patients Can Expect

Rowena combines a strong foundation of scientific research with a down-to-earth practicality, ensuring to meet patients where they are at, offering realistic dietary and lifestyle advice to move then through required stages of treatment to optimise vitality and day-to-day function while working to correct underlying drivers for long term on-going health.

Beyond the Clinic

Prior to becoming a Naturopath and a mother, Rowena spent years abroad between snow fields, beaches, mountains and nature in any shape or form – snowboarding, yoga, hiking or camping. Now a mother of two young boys the adventures are a little more family-friendly, focused on beach time and bike rides.