Tara Pestell

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The Emotional and Disordered Eating Nutritionist

About me

Struggling with food is exhausting – but you don’t have to face it alone.

If you find yourself stuck in cycles of bingeing, emotional eating, restriction, or feeling out of control around food, you're not broken – and you’re not alone.

Working with me means gaining a safe, judgment-free space to unpack your relationship with food and learn how to nourish yourself with confidence, calm and self-compassion.

Together, we’ll explore what’s driving your eating behaviours beneath the surface – and gently shift away from any shame and all-or-nothing thinking.

Whether you're tired of binging, yo-yo dieting, constantly thinking about food, or using food to cope with emotions, I’m here to support you in building a balanced, sustainable way of eating that actually feels good – physically, mentally and emotionally.

Expect evidence-based nutrition guidance, personalised support, and a whole lot of kindness – because healing your relationship with food isn’t about more willpower, it’s about understanding your needs and learning new ways to meet them.

You deserve to feel free around food – and at peace in your body.

Start simply by contacting me for a chat and start your recovery journey.

I offer a complementary 20 minute call aimed at helping you to find out more about the process and discuss any concerns you may be having. Feel free to contact me through the website or my telephone number so we can arrange a time. 

Training, qualifications & experience

BSc DipION Nutritional Therapy 

Practitioner Skills in Eating Disorders

Member organisations

CNHC
Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)

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.

BANT
British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (BANT)

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

Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
Accredited Register Scheme

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.

Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council

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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

£85.00 per session
Free initial online session

Health Insurance/EAP

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Additional information

Sustainable change and recovery are only possible with consistent support, especially at the beginning.

For this reason, sessions are offered in 6 session blocks of either weekly or bi-weekly appointments. Ongoing support can then continue via a monthly subscription, if needed.

If you feel this level of support may be more than you require, please still get in touch – we can explore an alternative option that suits your needs.

When I work

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My normal office hours are from 9.30am-5.30pm Monday-Friday. Please contact me if these times are not suited to your schedule.

Further information

My Approach: Integrating Nutritional Therapy with Behavioural Change

At Wellhouse Nutrition, I employ a dual-pathway approach that combines evidence-based nutritional interventions with behavioural change techniques to support individuals struggling with emotional and disordered eating.​

Nutritional Interventions

I provide personalised dietary guidance tailored to your unique needs, focusing on balancing out your meals and providing structure to help stabilse your cravings and emotions. 

Behavioural Change Techniques

Understanding that food struggles often stem from more than just dietary habits, I incorporate behavioural change strategies to address the psychological and emotional aspects of eating. This includes exploring underlying triggers, developing alternative coping mechanisms and body image work to support you to long term recovery.​

By integrating these two pathways, my approach aims to empower you to break free from cycles of restriction and bingeing, reduce any shame associated with eating, and establish sustainable, nourishing habits that support both your body and mind.

Winchester, Hampshire, SO22

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Groups
Organisations

Online platforms

Zoom
Whatsapp

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