Holistic Doctor
Tonya Cruikshank

What I Believe

I’m Dr. Tonya Cruikshank, a holistic doctor and Internal Family Systems (IFS) practitioner with over 30 years of experience in family general practice, emergency medicine and women’s health

My approach bridges the best of conventional medicine with deep emotional wisdom, helping you uncover the hidden story behind your symptoms—and supporting you to heal, grow, and thrive with clarity and confidence.

Are you looking for a doctor who sees all of you—not just your symptoms?

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Dr. Tonya Cruikshank – Integrative Health and Whole Health Mapping

My Mission

To guide and empower individuals to embrace a holistic, intelligent approach to health—one that bridges the physical, emotional, and lifestyle aspects of wellness for lasting, transformative change.

How I Work

A New Way To Look At Health

I believe true healing begins when we look at the whole you—not just your symptoms. Together, we’ll connect the dots between your physical health, emotional landscape, and lifestyle patterns to map a clear path forward.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or navigating chronic health challenges, this approach can help you understand why things feel off—and what you can do about it.

I specialise in supporting individuals through:

Chronic disease reversal using lifestyle medicine
Gut health optimisation and microbiome balance
Nutritional healing and food sensitivities
Trauma-informed emotional wellness
Women’s health and hormonal transitions
Understanding the impact of nervous system on health

This whole-person approach is not one size fits all—it’s personal, compassionate, and designed for sustainable change.

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Who I Help

I support curious individuals who are ready to go deeper in their health journey. This includes:

Professionals experiencing burnout, fatigue or overwhelm
Women navigating perimenopause, hormonal shifts or emotional exhaustion
Individuals with recurring symptoms, autoimmune conditions or gut issues
Those who’ve “tried everything” and still don’t feel quite right
Anyone ready to move beyond symptom management and step into whole-person healing

Deep Listening

Your story matters. I listen deeply to understand your health within the context of your lived experiences.

Insightful Mapping

Using a personalised Whole Health Map, we identify root causes and patterns—bringing your healing journey into focus.

Empowered Action

Together we co-create sustainable strategies that integrate seamlessly into your life—giving you agency, clarity and transformation.

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Why This Work Matters

After more than 30 years in medicine—from high-pressure emergency rooms to holistic practice—I’ve seen firsthand that true, lasting transformation happens when we address the full landscape of health. This is the ultimate approach to preventitive medicine.

Your body is not broken. It’s communicating.

This work is about slowing down, listening deeply, and finding a new way to relate to your symptoms—with curiosity, clarity and care.

I don’t just treat illness—I walk alongside you as we rewrite your health story.

My Qualifications

My clinical training includes:

MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) from Nottingham University Medical School (1994)
Extensive experience in emergency medicine, pediatrics and women’s health
Over 20 years in General Practice with a special interest in whole-person health
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Practitioner Level 1
Ongoing professional development in nutrition, functional medicine, somatic trauma work, and mindfulness

I also hold memberships with:

Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (Fellow)
Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine
British Society of Holistic Medicine

Holistic Integration

My practice goes beyond symptom management by weaving together evidence-based care with heart-centered insight:

Nutritional health – Understanding food as medicine for long-term vitality

Trauma-informed care – Supporting nervous system regulation and healing

Mindfulness practices – Cultivating presence, calm, and connection

Lifestyle medicine – Empowering small, sustainable shifts that spark profound change

Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Transformatiom through conscious self-leadership, emotional integration, and deep self-awareness

Rooted In Nature

Living in the heart of Central Otago, I’m deeply inspired by the natural rhythm and resilience of this land. Just as nature heals through cycles of rest, nourishment, and growth—so can we.

My approach is shaped by a love of the outdoors, nature, community and a belief that reconnection—to self, to body, to place—is a vital part of healing.

Holistic Doctor Tonya Cruikshank

What I Believe

My Mission

To guide and empower individuals to embrace a holistic, intelligent approach to health—one that bridges the physical, emotional, and lifestyle aspects of wellness for lasting, transformative change.

How I Work

A New Way To Look At Health

Who I Help

Deep Listening

Insightful Mapping

Empowered Action

Why This Work Matters

Your body is not broken. It’s communicating.

My Qualifications

Holistic Integration

Rooted In Nature

Holistic Doctor
Tonya Cruikshank