About me
🍏Eat yourself to Health with the brain health nutritionist🧠
Hello there. Welcome to my profile!
If you wish to book a 15 minute introductory call, go to my website -click here.
MY AREAS OF EXPERTISE INCLUDE:
- Stress-related conditions, brain-related and mental health conditions such as burn-out, fatigue, overwhelm, loss of resilience, feeling anxious, depressed mood, irritable, agitated, poor sleep, pain & addiction. Bipolar & other mood disorders. Poor brain function, memory, brain fog, inability to concentrate. Neurodivergence LIKE ME. And cognitive disorders.
- Female hormonal problems such as PMS, PMDD, menstrual cramps, other challenging symptoms in your 40s and 50s, especially during perimenopause. Mood disorders during times of hormonal flux- pregnancy, post-partum period, premenstual and perimenopause.
- Gut issues including gas, bloating, change of bowel habits, reflux, gastritis, SIBO, IBD. Attention to the gut is always paramount too when you are trying to optimise brain health.
- Weight-loss & stubborn and unexplained weight issues including suspected or diagnosed thyroid problems. Raised blood glucose, fat around the middle. Cravings, food addiction & emotional eating.
- Complex chronic conditions including debillitating fatigue and chronic pain conditions
I also have expertise in creating bespoke plans for vegans and vegetarians.
(See my story at the bottom).
IS THIS YOU?
Do you feel you can’t handle stress well anymore, struggle to concentrate and feel irritable, on edge, panicky or burnt out? Or maybe you feel run-down, tired and wired and with stress-related conditions? Have trouble sleeping? Are you suffering with a mood disorder? Brain fog or a cognitive disorder? Neurodiverse LIKE ME?
Are you in Perimenopause LIKE ME? Have severe symptoms? Or PMS or PMDD LIKE I USED TO?
Do you have bloating, gas, reflux or other unpleasant gut issues?
Can’t lose weight around the middle? Always emotionally eating? In a vicious circle of dieting then overeating?
Maybe you are experiencing a complex chronic condition which you don’t feel doctors can provide the answers or adequate treatment for. Or even have exhaustion or chronic pain after a virus or a traumatic period?
ABOUT THE APPROACH
I have been in practice for 20 years with a wealth of expertise in my specialisms. As an experienced practitioner and health coach, I empower clients by taking away the guesswork, with a tailored and effective science-based plan (emailed to you after the first consultation) that addresses the underlying causes of your symptoms to maximise your health potential. Whilst also taking into account your situation, budget and lifestyle. My approach is sympathetic and warm, as I genuinely care deeply, having helped hundreds of people over the years, by helping them overcome any barriers that may previously have stood in their way.
Conscious of our busy modern lifestyles, I ensure the plan is achievable and strives to ensure your relationship with food remains healthy.
Some clients love cooking, others don't have the time or inclination to spend hours in the kitchen. That's fine. Likewise, whilst some prefer a structured plan, others respond best to a staggered approach with no drastic changes.
THE PROCESS
- Get in touch to book a consultation or make enquiries.
- Or alternatively you can first book a 15 minute telephone chat via my website, where we can establish your needs and I can answer any questions you may have.
- Once you have booked the initial consultation, you'll then receive a confirmation email, directions (if you are coming in person) and a questionnaire to be filled in online, so we can hit the ground running.
- In the initial consultation (1 hour 30 mins), we talk about your objectives, and we go through your questionnaire in more detail and look at areas such as your eating habits, lifestyle, medical history and any obstacles you feel you have in making dietary changes. We then explore what your plan would entail and particular changes are recommended. I take into account what is realistic for you.
For more information about what I do- please see https://www.eatyourselftohealth.com/
The nutritional plan
You will be emailed an individualised plan within 48 hours of the consultation, as part of the first consultation fee.
I aim to to provide a realistic and effective nutritional plan, providing meal plans, and also shopping lists and recipes, if required.
The follow up
A follow up session is normally 3-6 weeks later. I geniunely recommend at least a minimum of 2 consultations (follow ups takes 45 -60 mins) to see how you are responding, make adjustments, arrange any tests (if appropriate) and monitor weight loss (if appropriate or desired- I have scales that provide a lot of detail, should you wish to be weighed) etc.
Some people require more frequent and regular sessions but it depends on your needs and budget.
I can also help navigate the maze of which supplements you should or shouldn’t be taking, prescribing you a bespoke plan (with a discount) having worked for a reputable supplement company for 5 years.
MY STORY
As a busy 51 year old mother (doing well in perimenopause!) with two energetic (but delightful!) boys, I also know the demands of modern life, having had PMDD (a severe form of PMS) since my teens and I have attention deficient hyperactivity disorder. So with a propensity for mood dysregulation and burnout, I had post-viral fatigue in 2007, which left me temporaily bed ridden. I was then very poorly with a postnatal mood disorder after having my first son in 2010. And back, in my 30's I struggled to lose weight due to metabolic imbalance, and emotional eating which I have long overcome.
See website for details on nutritional psychiatry, functional medicine, nutrigenomics and my own recovery story.
So if you are looking for an experienced nutritionist and health coach in London, get in touch. I also carry out consultations online.
Training, qualifications & experience
BSc Hons Nutritional Medicine with a 2:1
Diploma in Nutritional Medicine (with Distinction).
I have been in practice since 2005, so I am extremely experienced. I've also been a consultant for food supplement companies (one of which was a part- time role as head nutritionist for 5 years). I have also written for various publications. I keep up to date with nutritional research by attending lectures and extensive reading and often appears in the press.
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.
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Fees
£105.00 - £189.00
Additional information
As above, I offer an initial 15 minute introductory chat on the phone or online, bookable on my website here.
Prices for single consultations are below, but I also offer discounted packages. See website for details.
It's- £189 for the first consultation (1 hour 30 mins)
This fee includes a fully individualised nutritional programme using the functional medical model, devised after the consultation, from a pracitioner with 17 years of expertise understanding chronic health conditions.
£105 for follow ups (60 mins)
This fee includes a plan of action for health recovery, updates to the programme, reviewing tests, supplement and lifestyle advice and so on.
Please see https://www.eatyourselftohealth.com/services for latest packages and pricing and clinic hours.
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Further information
TESTIMONIALS- more on my site
“I was suffering from panicky feelings for a couple years and although counselling sessions helped a little, it didn’t completely solve the problem. I knew my diet wasn’t well balanced but I never thought it would have an impact on my mood and sleep. Kirsten has prescribed me a number of supplements. I’m so bad at taking supplements religiously but I gave it a try. About 3 weeks into taking them I was sleeping so much better. Almost one year later and I haven’t had those feelings! Pandemic and all!!! Also, I reckon my crazy PMS mood swings have also levelled considerably. I couldn’t recommend her enough.’’ Y. Mills
“I have suffered with gut issues in varying forms for well over thirty years. Kirsten arranged laboratory stool testing for me which identified several imbalances and with this knowledge was able set up a staged dietary plan which also included gut supporting supplements to treat an overgrowth of pathogenic bacteria and inflammatory issues. I now suffer no longer and thank Kirsten for relieving me of my daily fight with gut discomfort.’’ Steve, Forest Hill
“I’ve had astonishing results from my sessions with Kirsten. The almost immediate effects of some tweaks to my diet and the supplements she has put me on have taken me from napping every single afternoon for ten years [from chronic low energy issues], to not napping at all ever. I’m so grateful for having this time back. I have also experienced a huge reduction in back and leg pain and my restless leg syndrome seems to have also disappeared. I would highly recommend Kirsten’s very carefully thought out and entirely bespoke advice." Daisy Fletcher
“I started using Kirsten's services about 5yrs ago after many visits to consultants and GPs who couldn't offer me much in terms of help with my brain fog, fatigue and feeling a bit panicky. I didn't want to go down the anti-depressant route as I prefer to tackle things naturally where possible. Since following Kirsten's advice I now feel like a completely different person. Kirsten has a wealth of knowledge and expertise and is always keeping up to date with the latest information. I now see her services as an invaluable part of my long-term self-care plan and would highly recommend her refreshing approach to health.’’ V. Sinkinson
I would like to thank you for your help in getting me back to good health. My digestion has improved and my gut too- no more sore/inflamed feeling, just feels normal. I have learnt a lot and therefore I can manage my stress and eating habits better. I have no more concerns towards food because I feel that I am well and so more confident. Thank you!" L Tomas
“I contacted Kirsten after a series of distressing miscarriages whilst trying to conceive our second child. She put me on a tailor-made supplement protocol and addressed some dietary imbalances. I now have a second daughter and am very grateful for her help. She is also very kind and caring.’’ SC
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Consultations are via google meet or in person.
Please also note the practice is child and baby-friendly, if you wish to bring your children.
