About me
Frances McDonnell (BSc, DipHyp, NgC, mBANT, mCNHC) is a UK Registered Nutritional Therapist, Health Coach, and Clinical Hypnotherapist and founder of Frances For Nutrition. She provides Bespoke Nutrition for Digestive Health. Frances consults with clients across the UK, Ireland, America, and Canada, specialising in helping busy men and women understand gut issues, manage autoimmune conditions, and navigate the physical changes of mid-life.
Frances knows firsthand that balancing a busy life with shifting hormones, high stress, and a slowing metabolism takes a massive toll on the body. For men and women, unpredictable digestion, bloating, acid reflux, brain fog, and exhaustion aren't just uncomfortable—they get in the way of living and working at your best.
A major pillar of Frances’s practice is her personalised nutrition protocols which consider your genetics, gut bacteria, eating habits, dietary preference, weight, lifestyle and stress levels or a combination of these. She provides specialised support for those struggling with persistent acid reflux, moving beyond simply masking symptoms to help clients achieve lasting comfort. By using a comprehensive, investigative approach to each client's unique digestive patterns and lifestyle, Frances looks at food intolerances and other triggers contributing to gut challenges without the guesswork.
All clients gain access to science-backed functional testing, including comprehensive stool test analysis, to assess the condition of the microbiome. Her personalised nutrition protocols focus on calming irritation and strengthening the natural digestive rhythm, offering a clear, science-backed path toward sustainable digestive health.
Furthermore, because digestion is so deeply connected to our mental well-being, Frances draws on her background as a Clinical Hypnotherapist. This allows her to actively support the gut-brain axis, helping high-performing professionals manage stress, regulate their nervous systems, and build habits that easily fit into busy schedules.
Fully registered with BANT and the CNHC, Frances is committed to safe, evidence-based care. For any professional feeling held back by their health, she provides a warm, empathetic, and data-driven roadmap to feeling like yourself again.
Training, qualifications & experience
- BSc Nutrition
- BANT Registered Nutritional Therapist.
- Nutrigenomics Practitioner (DNA Testing)
- Certified Health Coach
- Clinical Hypnotherapist
Member organisations
The CNHC encompasses many types of alternative therapy, including massage, aromatherapy and nutrition.
In order to be admitted to the register a practitioner must have studied to the National Occupational Standards for that profession/discipline, or have reached the equivalent of the National Occupational Standards through other relevant training or at least three years of experience and been assessed by their peers.
A practitioner must also have professional insurance and agree to abide by the CNHC Code of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
The British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy is the professional body for Nutritional Therapists. There are different BANT membership classes, including Full Member, Fellow Member and Student Member. All BANT practitioners must have met the required standards of training, be fully insured and adhere to the BANT Code of Ethics and Practice.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Nutrition topics
info Information about health conditions (*)
Nutritional therapy can help enhance the well-being of individuals diagnosed with serious medical conditions, but should not take the place of medical treatment and advice. If you have been diagnosed with - or suspect you may have - any of these conditions, please speak to your doctor before starting nutritional therapy or making any major changes to your diet or lifestyle.
Fees
£85.00 - £900.00
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
Please book a free 15 minute telephone chat. Email me at hello@francesfornutrition.com
When I work
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Further information
I offer a free 15 minute phone call to discuss goals. I run my consultations online via Zoom, FeceTime and WhatsApp.
I run a clinic in Ireland a couple times a year. If you wish to book me for retreats, wellness and health events, please contact us at the email address below.
If you are an individual or organisation and wish to book a group course or group talk for your members, please contact us.
Please email me at: hello@francesfornutrition.com.
Frances x
