by Valentina (Soti) Chontai
My Story
Hi! My name is Valentina and I am a Nutritional Therapist.
I have always felt a deep connection to nature. After completing my nursing studies, I moved to London and after 2 years working in hospital I began working at a health store, which opened my interest in herbs, vitamins and minerals.
During my early teenage years, I experienced irregular and painful periods, along with a few cysts on my ovaries, which eventually multiplied over time. Recognising that this wasn’t normal, I knew I needed to take action, especially since my fiancé (now my husband) and I planned to start a family in the next couple of years.
At that time, I believed I was living a healthy lifestyle. I regularly attended spin classes, followed a low-carbohydrate and low-fat diet, avoided sugar, and reduced the intake of animal products, feeling confident that I was doing everything right.
ENCOURAGED BY A COLLEAGUE, I began to delve deeper into nutrition, and enrolled at the College of Naturopathic Medicine. I quickly developed a passion for natural remedies and root cause approach to health. Throughout my studies, I asked many questions and worked to incorporate what I learned into my daily life, gradually transforming my entire lifestyle. Within a year, I was able to significantly reduce the number of cysts, much to my gynecologist’s surprise. My periods became more regular, and I simply felt better overall. In the meantime, one of my primary goals was to support my family, particularly my mother, which opened up my interest in thyroid function.
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING HORMONAL IMBALANCES or are planning to become pregnant in the future and would like to prepare your body ahead of time, I am here to guide you on that journey. Transforming your life is not easy and requires patience. There will be ups and downs along the way, but it’s not about following a strict diet temporarily or being perfect every day. Instead, it’s about learning to change your habits and establishing a sustainable lifestyle that you can maintain long-term. I will be here to support you throughout this process.
Remember, we live in a wonderful body that works hard for us each day, and never against us, but it needs your support to thrive.
Contact me todayWhat is Naturopathy about?
What is the role of a nutritional therapist, and what can you expect during a consultation?
Naturopathy takes a personalized, root-cause approach to help your body regain its health. As a nutritional therapist, my role involves gathering a comprehensive case history and asking numerous questions about your symptoms across various body systems. I ask about your past experiences, daily habits, and sometimes even your home environment. Every detail can provide valuable insights into which areas of your body may be out of balance and what future support your systems might require.
Your personalized protocol will typically include one or more of the following elements: specific food groups, recommended exercises, lifestyle modifications, and herbal or other supplements. It’s essential to remember that restoring your health is a process, as it took time for your body to become unbalanced. Consistency and patience are key.
Occasionally, your blood tests may not reveal any abnormalities, yet you still experience symptoms, and these should not be overlooked.
In our fast-paced lives, we get disconnected from nature and from one another. Re-establishing these connections, the healing power of nature, food, plants, and herbs is more important than ever.
FREE CONSULTATION
The first time consultation is free and lasts 15-20 minutes. This session gives you the opportunity to discuss your health concerns, ask questions, and learn how I can support you on your wellness journey. It’s a no-obligation, relaxed conversation to see if we’re the right fit to work together.
Book your free consultation today!
INITIAL 1:1 Session
An online consultation includes a comprehensive 60-80 minute session (depending on your case). During this time, we will explore your health concerns, goals, and unique needs. Following the session, you will receive a detailed written summary of our discussion, a personalized protocol, a clear plan of action tailored to your lifestyle, supplement recommendations to support your health journey and if needed tests will be recommended.
Session Details:
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Cost: £250
FOLLOW-UP & Check-Ins 1:1 SESSION
Stay connected and keep your progress on track with our follow-up consultations. These 30-40 minute sessions are designed to review your progress, address any challenges, and make necessary adjustments to your nutrition plan.
Whether it’s fine-tuning your goals or providing extra motivation, regular check-ups help ensure you stay on the path to long-term success.
Session Details:
- Duration: 30-40 minutes
- Cost: £180 per session
Your health journey doesn’t end after the first consultation – I am here to support you every step of the way.