Frequently Asked Questions

Many clients feel anxious about their first meeting, and you may notice some of your eating behaviours worsen in the run up to it. Our first few sessions are for me to listen to your story. What are your most pressing challenges? What are you hoping to gain out of working together? What does a typical day of eating look like for you currently? I will also take a detailed history of any medical challenges, current or previous,  that may need to be considered. We will work on establishing your values as that will inform our work together and there may be homework set around establishing goals and motivation.

Each session is collaborative. We’ll work together to explore what’s been going well, what’s felt challenging, and where we might focus next. If you’ve completed any food records or reflection tasks, we’ll gently review them together to look for patterns, insights, or opportunities for growth.

We’ll check in on your progress and identify which skills feel solid and which ones might need more support. Along the way, I’ll draw on a range of tools from nutritional counselling, behaviour change theory, and psychological approaches to help move you closer to your goals — always at a pace that feels manageable for you

Every client’s journey is different, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. In the early stages, we meet weekly to build momentum and explore the foundations of your relationship with food. Every six weeks, we’ll pause to review how things are going and decide together where to focus next and whether you feel ready for more or less support.

Over time, the frequency of sessions often changes. Many clients begin to space sessions further apart as they feel more confident. While some people work with me for a few months, others choose to continue longer-term. Most clients work with me for at least six months, but the pace and duration are always shaped by your needs and preferences.

I take a multidisciplinary approach to supporting clients because nutritional therapy alone isn’t always enough. Many people benefit from psychological support alongside nutrition work, and I’m always mindful of staying within my scope of practice. While I use tools from psychological and behaviour change models, I’m not a psychologist or psychotherapist.

If you're working with another therapist or support professional, I will work alongside them to ensure we're working in line with best practice and supporting you safely.

To help me do this, I ask all clients for written consent to contact their GP. This is a standard part of my process and allows me to practise safely, ethically, and in line with professional guidance.