Natural Healing for Exceptional Children
Healing Starts with Understanding
Gentle, guided support for exceptional children and the parents who love them.
About us
🌸 About Us
I’m Vicky—mum to Rose, my remarkable autistic daughter, and Jack, her patient and loving little brother, who once thought autism was “the season when the leaves turn brown.” Then there’s Dean, my husband—and my biggest challenge when it comes to picky eating! (He avoids social media, but you might spot him occasionally on Instagram.)
With a background in health sciences and a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, I’ve been fascinated by the human body for as long as I can remember.
I was originally on track to become an NHS dietitian, but when life with Rose became more complex after Jack was born, everything changed. I threw myself into learning everything I could about autism, neurodevelopment, and ultimately, root-cause healing—a compassionate, whole-person approach that simply made more sense to me.
The Happy Healthy Unicorn was born from that journey—a place I desperately wished existed when I first began searching for answers. A space grounded in science and heart, created for families raising exceptional children who deserve more than vague answers and endless waitlists.
Rose’s progress has amazed us all. I don’t take a moment of it for granted. She has been my greatest teacher—helping me not only understand her world, but also uncover what my own body had been trying to tell me for years. She’s taught me more about life and the incredible power of the human body to heal than all my years of study ever could. Supporting her showed me how to heal myself—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Today, I help families do the same—combining science, lived experience, and deep compassion to guide others through the healing journey I’ve walked myself.
It’s been our honour to support families through...
conditions we help
🌿 Rooted in Science. Guided by Compassion.
We are dedicated to transforming the way healthcare supports autistic children and those with neurodevelopmental differences. We recognize that autism is often accompanied by complex co-morbidities—digestive challenges, immune dysfunction, sleep disorders, metabolic imbalances, and more—that are too often overlooked or dismissed in traditional care.
Our mission is to uncover what others have missed. We take a holistic, child-centered approach that goes beyond labels and symptoms to understand each child’s unique biological and emotional needs. Through integrative care, personalised nutrition, targeted healing plans, and compassionate education for families, we help restore health, improve quality of life, and offer a path forward grounded in hope, science, and deep respect for every child’s individuality.
This approach is not about “fixing” autism, but about supporting each child by removing hidden stressors, nourishing the body, and creating the conditions for healing—physically, emotionally, and neurologically.
Conditions Supported Include:
🧠 Autism Spectrum Conditions
🍽️ Food refusal & picky eating
💩 Digestive issues (constipation, reflux, inflammation)
😴 Sleep difficulties
🌪️ Behavioural challenges (anxiety, aggression, meltdowns)
⚡ Attention & focus difficulties (incl. ADHD symptoms)
🛡️ Immune imbalances & chronic infections
🥦 Nutrient deficiencies & biochemical imbalances
🎧 Sensory processing difficulties
♻️ Detoxification & metabolic support
💚 Mood imbalances
🧠 Seizures
With ongoing research and real-life experience, this personalised, root-cause approach offers hope for better health and wellbeing.
Nutrition for Autism
Why?
Good nutrition is important for every child, but it plays an even more vital role for those with autism and complex needs.
We take a deeply personalised approach to nutrition -tailored to each child’s unique biology, sensitivities, and current diet.
Having a sensitive and delicate child myself taught me how profoundly diet can impact wellbeing. I’ve seen first-hand how even small, strategic changes can be life-changing.
There is no one-size-fits-all. We always start with where your child is now, and gently build from there.
Supports brain development and function:
The right nutrients help improve cognition, learning, and behaviour.
Eases digestive issues:
Many autistic children experience gut sensitivities, constipation, or inflammation that proper nutrition can help manage.
Reduces inflammation:
A balanced diet can lower chronic inflammation linked to behavioural and health challenges.
helps to Balance neurotransmitters and hormones:
Nutrition influences key brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine, affecting mood and focus.
Strengthens the immune system:
Good nutrition supports immune health, often compromised in autism.
Addresses nutrient deficiencies:
Many autistic children have low levels of key vitamins and minerals that the body needs to function at its best.
Personalized nutrition allows us to gently fill in those gaps and support their overall wellbeing, step by step.
Supports detoxification and metabolism:
Proper nutrition aids the body in processing toxins and maintaining balance.
Improves energy and sleep:
Nutrient-rich foods help regulate energy levels and promote restful sleep.