No. You do not require a medical referral.

My journey into health started when I became a mum. I love working with kids (and big kids alike!). I also have a WWCC so please know that I have your children’s best interests at heart. I ask that anyone under the age of 18 is accompanied by their adult to all appointments.

You can book me here, at HealthBank. You will be prompted to firstly set up an account, and once this is done, click on my profile and select the service you wish to book. Don’t forget to complete the onboarding questionnaire so that we can hit the ground running at your first appointment.

HealthBank is an Australian-owned and run, cloud-based, patient management system. All of your information, from the time you sign up, to the files we share, the emails we send to each other and the notes I take from our consultations are stored there. Your telehealth appointment (if applicable) takes place on HealthBank’s server via a secure virtual consultation room.

Your face-to-face appointment generally includes a physical assessment. I will always ask for your permission to do so and it is at your discretion if you wish to skip this part of the assessment. Note: If you book a BIS Body Composition Assessment, this will involve physical touch (but no undressing is required).

As a Clinical Nutritionist, I provide advice and treatment via dietary and lifestyle modifications. If indicated, I can arrange for functional testing and can also prescribe practitioner-grade supplements and nutrients.

Being dual qualified as both a ‘nutritionist’ and a ‘clinical nutritionist’ has made me appreciate just how different these qualifications are. The benefit to you? When you come and see me, you get to tap into ALL my nutrition knowledge.

You can find more detailed information around the differences here and here.

If you’re open to it, and if and when it is applicable, it would be great to have a working relationship with the rest of your health care team (GP, specialists, and any other allied health care professionals that you see). While I can help with treating and advising on your diet and nutrition, we want to make sure that you have every aspect of your health covered. As a starting point, I recommend heading to your GP at least once a year for a blood test to track your health status and monitor for any deficiencies or excesses. This test is covered under Medicare, and also very useful for me to review.

I don’t specialise, and that is my superpower. Let me explain: From personal experience and in a professional capacity, I have found that confirmation bias can sneak up on us health professionals (that makes us see only what we expect, not necessarily the whole picture). This can lead to misdiagnosis/es or even delayed diagnosis of conditions; overtreatment or unnecessary interventions AND most importantly could contribute to limited consideration of holistic or interdisciplinary approaches to your health. What I can tell you is this. You and I will spend a considerable amount of time during your appointment understanding your health puzzle, so that I can provide with you a balanced, comprehensive care plan. What that means for you? No cookie cutter approach, no set and forget diet / nutrient / lifestyle prescription. You are constantly evolving and I am right there by your side making sure that your health plan is working for you, at all times.

As a clinical nutritionist, I don’t prioritise weight loss as a treatment, instead I look at it as a side benefit. Once I help you address underlying issues, such as nutrient deficiencies, chronic health conditions or metabolic imbalances, sustainable weight management is often just around the corner.

I offer both face-to-face consultations and telehealth. My preference, if you live locally, is to meet face-to-face for our first consultation. BIS appointments are delivered face-to-face only.

If you have any quick burning questions that come up after an appointment, you are welcome to contact me via HealthBank (as a registered client on there, you can send me an email directly). I will endeavour to reply within 1 business day. Alternatively, if your query requires more than a few minutes of my time, or is with regards to a new issue that has arisen since we last met, it’s best to book a follow up appointment.

I consult with people from all over the world, except for the USA. Please be aware, that if you are based overseas, I will not be able to prescribe / send any nutrients or arrange any functional testing for you.

If you’re open to it, and if and when it is applicable, it would be great to have a working relationship with the rest of your health care team (GP, specialists, and any other allied health care professionals that you see). While I can help with treating and advising on your diet and nutrition, we want to make sure that you have every aspect of your health covered. As a starting point, I recommend heading to your GP at least once a year for a blood test to track your health status and monitor for any deficiencies or excesses. This test is covered under Medicare, and also very useful for me to review.

I don’t specialise, and that is my superpower. Let me explain: From personal experience and in a professional capacity, I have found that confirmation bias can sneak up on us health professionals (that makes us see only what we expect, not necessarily the whole picture). This can lead to misdiagnosis/es or even delayed diagnosis of conditions; overtreatment or unnecessary interventions AND most importantly could contribute to limited consideration of holistic or interdisciplinary approaches to your health. What I can tell you is this. You and I will spend a considerable amount of time during your appointment understanding your health puzzle, so that I can provide with you a balanced, comprehensive care plan. What that means for you? No cookie cutter approach, no set and forget diet / nutrient / lifestyle prescription. You are constantly evolving and I am right there by your side making sure that your health plan is working for you, at all times.

I am a certified Metabolic Balance Practitioner, and have access to a plethora of tools and resources to help you with your body composition goals, whilst also ensuring that we look at the root cause of your weight challenges – and addressing things like insulin resistance, inflammation, digestive dysfunction and of course hormonal or immune complications.

You can learn more about the Metabolic Balance Program here

I offer both face-to-face consultations and telehealth. My preference, if you live locally, is to meet face-to-face for our first consultation. BIS appointments are delivered face-to-face only.

All clients have access to a secure and private messaging service via the Practice Better App and are encouraged to check in with any questions. If the answer can be covered in a quick response – please expect my reply within 2 business days. If the question is in relation to a new health issue / concern or requires a more detailed response, I will let you know to either book a short or long follow up appointment to ensure that your matter gets the attention it requires.

I consult with people from all over the world, except for the USA.

The Metabolic Balance Program is only available to my Australian clients.

Please be aware that if you are based overseas, I am unable to prescribe / send nutrients or arrange functional testing for you. Your treatment plan will be limited to dietary and lifestyle interventions – but not too worry, because there is still so much we can do for you!

No. You do not require a medical referral.

My journey into health started when I became a mum. I love working with kids (and big kids alike!). I also have a WWCC so please know that I have your children’s best interests at heart. I ask that anyone under the age of 18 is accompanied by their adult to all appointments.

You can make a booking to see me via Practice Better. Bookings can be made via your desktop or via the app, which is available through Android and Apple.
Remember I am available to meet with you via telehealth (select 'online' option) or if you are based in Sydney, we can meet face to face (select 'clinic' option).

I use Practice Better, a fully integrated practice management software, ensuring ALL of our communication is secure and private. Everything you share with me (onboarding information, pathology results, etc) and everything I share with you (treatment plans, handouts, recipe books, etc) is stored in your personal client portal.


If you have booked a telehealth appointment, that will take place via Practice Better. You will also have access to a secure messaging portal – so we can keep in touch between appointments.

Your face-to-face appointment generally includes a physical assessment. I will always ask for your permission to do so and it is at your discretion if you wish to skip this part of the assessment. Note: If you book a BIS Body Composition Assessment, this will involve physical touch (but no undressing is required).

My scope of practice as a Clinical Nutritionist allows me to provide advice and treatment via dietary and lifestyle modifications. As a clinically trained nutritionist, I also hold a Therapeutic Goods Advertising Certificate of Exemption – that simply means that I am permitted to prescribe nutrients, at therapeutic doses.


I have also undertaken additional training in the areas of functional testing (covering numerous areas, including genetics, hormones, gut function, minerals & toxins) as well as functional pathology analysis (which is useful in determining optimal health outcomes, not just disease recognition).


Many of the private health fund companies in Australia recognise my qualification. Therefore, rebates may be available for your 1:1 Clinical Nutrition consultations with me, and some of the funds also offer a rebate on the Metabolic Balance program too.

First let’s tackle the question “Is a Clinical Nutritionist different to a Nutritionist?

Being dual qualified as both a nutritionist (Bachelor of Science, Nutrition Scient) and a ‘Clinical Nutritionist’ (Bachelor of Heath Science, Clinical Nutrition) has made me appreciate just how different these qualifications are.

The benefit to you? When you come and see me, you get to tap into ALL of my nutrition knowledge. Here is an article, if you wish to understand the differences better.

As a consumer – the most important thing to note, is that a Nutritionist has no clinical training, and should not be providing 1:1 health advice or treatment and definitely be wary if they prescribe you supplements. For all the things a ‘Clinical Nutritionist’ can do – see the question above.

Now to where a “Certified Clinical Nutritionist” fits in.

That is an additional credentialed title, that I also hold through AARPN (Australasian Association & Register of Practicing Nutritionists), as I have met (and continue to meet) a set of defined professional standards over and above my university training.

AARPN is an ordinary member of Allied Health Professions Australia and is also a full member of the National Alliance of Self Regulating Heath Professionals. CPN’s therefore hold distinct rights from regular Clinical Nutritionists, and can undertake work in the allied health space, including but not limited to Workforce Incentive Programs (WIP), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Aged Care Support in the Home.

Confused yet? I know, it’s a lot to get your head around!

Now let’s talk through how dietitians (APDs – Accredited Practicing Dietitian’s specifically) and CPN’s operate in the health care space.

Firstly, both professions are grounded in evidence-based nutritional science, and both qualifications include a clinical practice element (ie worked in a clinical setting)

Both professions are required to hold a university qualification (AQF Level 7 or higher in either Clinical Nutrition or Nutritional Medicine for CPNs; AQF Level 7 or Level 9 in Dietetics for APDs); adhere to their organisation’s code of conduct and undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) every year to maintain membership

Neither ‘dietitian’ or ‘nutritionist’ are protected titles here in Australia, however, as mentioned above ‘CPN’ is a registered trademark, as is ‘APD’.

CPNs and APDs are self-regulating professions governed by their respective independent bodies (AARPN, DA). Neither group is registered with AHPRA (this is reserved for the likes of GPs, nurses, chiropractors and optometrists etc).

Now to the main differences (to help you decide which mode of care is appropriate for YOUR circumstances).

Dietetic services are sometimes eligible for Medicare rebates, subject to a GP’s clinical judgement, and at the moment, up to 5 Medicare subsidised allied health sessions per year (in total – NOT per allied health service) are allowed if you qualify for a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP). The current Medicare Rebate is $61.80 per session.

Dietitians provide dietary intervention based on a medical diagnosis and are typically referred by a GP. Their clinical training typically includes food service and hospital-based practice, meal planning and disease-specific dietary management. They do not hold formal prescribing rights under the Therapeutic Goods Act, and are generally limited to dietary advice and general supplement recommendations.

A dietetic assessment typically involves evaluating dietary intake, basic nutrition status checks and basic pathology interpretation. There is less emphasis on clinical examination and diagnostics, and there is limited therapeutic autonomy, as care often involves a referral or shared care arrangement.

CPN services are eligible for private health rebates, and we are included in various allied health programs (noted above in the previous answer, WIP, NDIS, Aged Care Support).

As primary care providers, CPNs provide independent, person-centred clinical assessment within our defined scope of practice. We are trained in clinical examination, clinical reasoning, differential diagnosis, pathology interpretation and functional testing. We initiate treatment independently, based on our clinical and nutritional assessments.

We receive in depth training in macronutrients, micronutrients, food chemistry and biochemical pathways. Our pharmacology knowledge ensures that we are able to safety prescribe therapeutic doses of nutrients (including ‘practitioner only’ products and custom nutritional supplements), whilst taking into account nutrient-nutrient interactions, as well as drug-nutrient interactions.

We receive training in lifestyle medicine, counselling and case management to ensure a whole-of-person approach.

The nutrition sector here in Australia can be complex and difficult to navigate! Hopefully the above helps to clear up some of the confusion and help you decide what level of care aligns best with your needs.