Question 1

Before We Begin: A Free 20-Minute Discovery Call

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Before committing to a programme, I'd love to have a quick, informal chat; completely free and with no obligation whatsoever. This 20-minute call is a chance for you to tell me a little about what's been going on for you, ask any questions you might have, and get a feel for whether working together feels like the right fit. It's also an opportunity for me to make sure I'm genuinely the right person to support you.

You can book your free discovery call directly via my online booking link - I'd love to hear from you.

Please note: At present, I am unable to work with clients who are living with cancer, kidney disease, or an active eating disorder. If you're unsure whether this applies to you, please do get in touch and I'll always do my best to point you in the right direction.

Question 2

Step 1: Comprehensive Health Questionnaire

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Once you've decided to go ahead following our discovery call, the first thing I'll ask you to do is complete a detailed Health Questionnaire; and I want to be upfront: it is thorough. It covers your current symptoms, medical history (including any previous test results), family medical history, diet, lifestyle, and environment. It takes time, but that time is genuinely worthwhile. The more I understand about you at the outset, the more precisely I can tailor my recommendations, and the better your results will be.

This questionnaire forms the foundation of everything that follows. Please don't rush it.

Question 3

Step 2: In-Depth Analysis Before We Meet

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Once I've received your completed questionnaire, I get to work, and I mean that literally. Before your first consultation, I spend dedicated time carefully reviewing and analysing all of the information you've shared, using a Functional Medicine lens to look for patterns, connections and potential root causes that might be contributing to your symptoms.
This 'joining up the dots' approach means that when we do sit down together, I'm not starting from scratch. I come prepared, with a clear picture of your health and an informed sense of where we might begin.

Question 4

Step 3: Your First Consultation

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Your initial consultation runs for 60–75 minutes, and it's a genuinely collaborative session. Together, we'll review my analysis of your health questionnaire and work through the findings, discussing anything that needs more context or depth. From there, we'll build your plan together, taking into account not just your nutritional needs, but your food preferences (likes and dislikes), your schedule, your commitments, and what's realistically achievable for you right now.

I'm very conscious that feeling overwhelmed doesn't help anyone, so I always aim to create a plan that feels manageable and sustainable, one you can actually live with, not one that demands perfection. Where appropriate, I may also recommend targeted supplements or additional testing, and we'll discuss these openly, so you feel fully informed before making any decisions.

Question 5

Step 4: Your Personalised Nutrition & Wellness Plan

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Following our first consultation, I'll put together your Personalised Nutritional and Wellness/Lifestyle Plan; a clearly structured, written document setting out your recommended nutritional and lifestyle interventions, along with recipes and any supporting resources. This will be issued to you via Practice Better, my secure client platform, along with links for ordering any recommended supplements or tests.

Where I feel it would be beneficial, and with your agreement, I'll also write directly to your GP or other health provider to request NHS testing and/or a referral, with a clear clinical rationale. I believe strongly in collaborative care and working alongside your existing healthcare team where appropriate.

Question 6

Step 5: Practice Better - Your Client Platform

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All of our work together is managed through Practice Better; a secure, GDPR-compliant online platform and app designed specifically for health practitioners and their clients.

This is where you'll access your plan, resources, and session notes, and where you can send me messages and quick questions that come up in between our sessions.
It's a simple, intuitive platform, and having everything in one place means nothing gets lost in an inbox.

Question 7

Step 6: Weekly Check-In Calls

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Lasting 20–30 minutes, these regular calls are one of the most valuable parts of the programme. They give me the opportunity to review your food diary and monitor how you're responding to the plan; celebrating the wins (genuinely, these matter), working through any challenges, and making any adjustments needed along the way.
They're also a chance for you to ask questions, flag anything you're unsure about, and, where applicable, talk through the results of any new tests as they come in. Progress rarely runs in a straight line, and these calls mean we can respond and adapt together in real time.

Question 8

Step 7: Testing

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Where further investigation is needed, I may recommend testing during our time working together; always taking into account your individual priorities and budget and discussing the options openly so you can make an informed decision.

Testing may include standard NHS tests (requested via your GP), private functional tests, and/or nutrigenomic (genetic) tests. Depending on the type, these may involve collecting a saliva, blood, urine, or stool sample, all of which come with full, step-by-step guidance so you know exactly what to do. The insights that targeted testing can provide are often transformative, shedding light on underlying imbalances or genetic factors that no amount of guesswork could uncover.

Question 9

Step 8: NLP Coaching

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Knowing what to do and actually doing it; consistently, and over time, are two very different things. That's why NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) coaching is built into my practice, not bolted on as an afterthought.

Using recognised NLP techniques, I work with you to help set goals that feel genuinely meaningful to you, identify and shift the unhelpful thought patterns that may be getting in the way, and build the resilience and motivation to keep going, especially when life gets busy or progress feels slow. The aim is always your long-term empowerment, not ongoing dependency on me. My goal is to give you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to take ownership of your own health for years to come.

MY APPROACH

Working with you — to fit the life you actually lead.

When it comes to your health, there is no such thing as one size fits all. Your symptoms, your history, your lifestyle, your genetics — they are unique to you, and the support you receive should reflect that.

My approach is rooted in Functional Medicine, which means I focus on investigating and addressing the root causes of what you're experiencing, rather than simply managing symptoms or making generic recommendations based on guesswork.

HOW IT WORKS