Integrative Support for Brain Cancers & Brain Tumors
Whether you're on active surveillance, in treatment, or recovering afterward, I work alongside your oncology plan to help you feel stronger and stay more resilient.
My approach to integrative cancer care uses nutrition, lifestyle medicine and functional testing to optimize treatment and reduce symptoms. You can read more about me and my background here.
Brain Cancers I Work With
Glioblastoma (GBM)
Astrocytoma (including IDH-mutant astrocytoma)
Oligodendroglioma
Low-grade glioma
Ependymoma
Meningioma
Brain metastases (secondary brain tumors)
Primary CNS lymphoma
Pituitary tumors
Spinal cord tumors
What To Expect
A brain tumor diagnosis can affect energy, memory, mood and independence, and it often affects the whole family. Treatment commonly involves steroids, which can raise blood sugar, disrupt sleep and cause weight gain and muscle weakness. Seizure medications add another layer, because many herbs and supplements interact with them.
On active surveillance, we build your overall health and resilience. During treatment, we start with nutrition and lifestyle to ease fatigue and steroid side effects and protect your strength. After treatment, we focus on rebuilding energy, supporting focus and memory, and your long-term health.
"The earlier integrative support begins, the more useful it tends to be. But there's no wrong time to start."
— Camille Hoffman, Integrative oncology naturopath
How I Can Help
I'm available. You can message me between sessions, not wait months for your next appointment.
I see the whole picture. I review your treatment, medications, bloodwork and scans together, so nothing falls through the cracks.
I help your treatment work for you. We focus on getting you through treatment with fewer side effects and more strength.
I help you feel better. Better energy, sleep, digestion and mood matter now, not just later.
For brain cancers, that includes managing steroid side effects, supporting energy and focus, and making sure we're doing everything we safely can to give you the best possible outcome.
If you're in active treatment, COMPASS Care provides ongoing monthly support. You can see all appointment options on this booking page.
Not sure where to start? Book a clarity call, or complete the new patient enquiry.
Camille Hoffman | Integrative Oncology Naturopath
Questions About Brain Cancer Support
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It's an active area of research, especially for glioblastoma. Early studies show it can be safe with supervision, but benefits aren't yet proven, and it isn't right for everyone. If you're interested, we can look at whether it suits your situation and treatment.
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Yes. We use nutrition, movement and sleep strategies to help manage high blood sugar, weight gain, muscle weakness and restless nights while you're on steroids.
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Yes. Many people with brain tumors rely on a partner or family member to help manage their care. With your permission, they can join sessions and message me directly.
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It depends on your clinical picture, and what we're trying to find out.
But broadly, we might look at your hormone metabolism, nutrient status, inflammatory markers, or gut microbiome composition.
Sometimes it's as simple as blood tests you haven't had run before, or functional testing might include urine, hair, or stool testing you can do from home, no extra appointment required. Testing & Monitoring covers this in detail.
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Yes. I work entirely online and see patients across New Zealand and the United States.
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Oncologists vary. Many are increasingly familiar with integrative oncology and supportive of patients working with a practitioner who understands both the evidence and the interactions.
Some are neutral and some are skeptical, which is reasonable considering the volume of unsubstantiated claims in this space.
What I can tell you is that I work collaboratively, stay within my scope, and communicate clearly. If your oncologist has concerns, I'm happy to be part of that conversation.
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Integrative oncology naturopathy is a specialized clinical focus. It requires detailed knowledge of cancer biology, oncology treatment protocols, drug-nutrient and drug-botanical interactions, and the evidence base specific to cancer care. A general naturopath may be excellent within their scope, but cancer care has specific considerations that require specific training and experience. This is my sole clinical focus.
This information is educational only and does not replace advice from your oncology or medical team. | Last reviewed by Camille Hoffman, September 2026
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