About Jim Wood
Naturopath, Author & Advocate for Natural Medicine — 30+ Years of Care
For over 30 years, Jim Wood has helped countless individuals reclaim their health and wellbeing through the power of natural medicine. His approach is deeply personal — he takes the time to listen, to understand you as a whole person, and to uncover the root causes behind your symptoms rather than simply managing them.
Jim holds post-graduate qualifications in natural medicine and is a professional member of the Naturopaths & Herbalists Association of Australia (NHAA) and the Complementary Medicine Association (CMA). He is the author of the acclaimed book Foods and Herbs Against Disease, and has lectured extensively across Australia and internationally on health, disease prevention and wellbeing.
Above all, Jim believes that education empowers people to take control of their own health — and that genuine, lasting change comes from caring for the individual, not just the illness.
“Naturopathy is about caring for the individual — having a passion to help people at a level that will make a significant improvement in their lives.”
— Jim Wood
A Practitioner Who Truly Listens
What patients most often describe about working with Jim is the feeling of finally being heard. Consultations are unhurried. You have ample time to discuss your concerns, ask all the questions you like, and never feel rushed. Jim’s warmth and genuine care sit alongside three decades of clinical knowledge — a combination that has kept families returning to him for over twenty years.
His particular focus is women’s hormonal and cyclical health — from hormonal imbalances and menstrual irregularities through to perimenopause, stress and anxiety. But his experience spans the whole family, including children’s health, men’s health, gut health and general wellbeing.
What Sets Jim’s Approach Apart
🌿 Root-Cause Focus
Jim looks beyond the symptom to understand why you feel the way you do — addressing the underlying drivers for lasting change.
🔬 Research-Driven
Backed by an extensive library and database of scientific literature, Jim carefully selects the most effective, quality medicines for each person.
💚 Whole-Person Care
Diet, sleep, stress, relationships and emotional wellbeing are all part of the picture — because health is more than the absence of illness.
🤝 A Committed Partner
Jim walks with you through every step, adjusting your treatment as you progress — a practitioner genuinely invested in your outcome.
The Centre of Health — Our Story
Founded in 1990 in Northcote, Victoria, and originally named “The Natural Healing Centre,” the practice evolved over the years to become the Centre of Health — reflecting its growth and expanded vision of holistic, personalised care.
In 2021, the practice took a significant step forward by transitioning to an online telehealth platform. This allowed Jim to reach people right across Australia and beyond — breaking down geographical barriers and providing access to expert consultations from the comfort of home. Following the success of these online consultations, the practice moved away from its physical clinic, empowering clients to access support wherever they are, whether in a major city, a remote community, or overseas.
Today, the Centre of Health continues to offer a carefully curated selection of natural medicines — herbs, vitamins, amino acids, Celloid Minerals, Bach flower remedies and homeopathics — supported by an extensive research library and a strong commitment to evidence-informed, up-to-date care.
Post-graduate qualified
Post-graduate qualifications in natural medicine
Professional member
NHAA (Naturopaths & Herbalists Association of Australia) & CMA
Published author
Author of Foods and Herbs Against Disease
International lecturer
Speaker on health, disease prevention & wellbeing
Book a telehealth consultation from anywhere in Australia — thorough, unhurried, one-on-one care from an experienced naturopath who takes the time to truly understand your health.
☎ (03) 9699 5549 | Australia-wide telehealth