Dietwise


Dietwise

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Alissa Erneste

Dietitian

Hi there! I’m Alissa, an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist born and raised in Perth, with a proud Italian heritage. In my past career, I was a sales assistant by day, and personal trainer and fitness instructor by night! After seven years in these roles, I finally took the plunge to go on to fulfil my longtime dream of becoming a Dietitian. I started my dietetic career in a private practice specialising in all types of diabetes management including Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes, GDM (gestational diabetes), LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes of Adults), and MODY (Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young). I also saw patients with a wide range of other chronic health conditions such as high cholesterol, fatty liver, PCOS, endometriosis, and kidney disease to name a few, as well as weight concerns, people experiencing disordered eating or feeling stuck in the chronic dieting cycle. Having worked in a bariatric surgery clinic, I also have experience in managing post-surgical gastrointestinal symptoms and ensuring optimal nutrition status is achieved and maintained to prevent deficiencies. I also have a strong interest in gut health and IBS management, including the implementation of the low FODMAP diet. Sparked by my past lived experience, I have always dreamt of providing support to people from all walks of life living with an eating disorder (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and ARFID). I understand first-hand the importance of working with a team of clinicians who are genuinely compassionate, patient, and well-informed. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space with the understanding that everyone’s journey and story is unique. I strive to work with people to create a plan that is as unique as each individual presentation. I’m grateful to join people on their journey as they work towards improving their overall health through nutrition, healing their relationship with food and breaking up with diet culture. In my spare time, you’ll find me at the beach or eating out at restaurants and cafes (mostly Italian ones!). I am also a fur-mum of 13 years to Cola the cat, who loves to nap with me on Sunday afternoons.
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Caylah Batt

Dietitian

Hi, I’m Caylah, an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist who loves food and helping others. Before joining the Dietwise team, I worked in Community Paediatrics with a focus on fussy eating and infant and children’s nutrition. I’ve also worked in Public Health where I delivered nutrition education programs to improve cooking skills and food literacy, requiring practical hands-on skills to translate the science of nutrition into food on the table. My work in private practice and hospitals has involved supporting people living with diabetes, chronic disease, gut issues, cancer, and more. I am passionate about helping others have a positive relationship with food and their bodies, which is why I practice Health At Every Size (HAES®) and use the Non-Diet Approach in my work. I also have a strong interest in disordered eating, eating disorders, the Low FODMAP Diet for IBS and women’s nutrition such as fertility, PCOS, endometriosis and pregnancy. Growing up on a farm, I’ve always loved the connection to nature and the land, with food and joyful movement being at the centre of this. I love what I do and am excited to work alongside you to help you achieve your nutrition goals and in a way that works for you.
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Eryn Richards

Dietitian

Hey, I’m Eryn! Growing up in a family that includes a nurse, an occupational therapist and a couple of physiotherapists who are very passionate about their jobs, I had no choice but to pursue a career in health. Along with my love of food, I decided it would be a great idea to do something that combines both- health and nutrition. One day after a tunnel of university studies, I woke up as an Accredited Practising Dietitian and I haven’t looked back, embracing every opportunity. I feel extremely lucky, as I absolutely love what I do. I have worked for several health services including Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and Bunbury Regional Hospital. I then became a bit tired of our fine, gorgeous, predictable weather here in Perth and decided to change my scenery by moving to British Columbia, Canada to gain international experience. Between my weekends exploring the island of Victoria or venturing to the mainland to hike in the summer and snowboarding in the winter, I worked for Island Health. This involved covering various inpatient and outpatient areas at Victoria General Hospital, Royal Jubilee Hospital and Cowichan District Hospital. I have gained a wide range of experience in the areas of mental health, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, and heart health. I’ve enjoyed various aspects of all my prior work but particularly loved working as part of the multidisciplinary team at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital treating all patients admitted with an eating disorder. This is where my special interest in disordered eating and eating disorders began and this special interest continued to flourish when I worked in mental health in Canada. After returning from overseas, I joined my amazing team at Dietwise. I feel so grateful to get to continue working in my area of interest, whilst taking the time to get to know my patients and the journeys that have led them to Dietwise. I have been described as calm and serene and together with my pal Eddie we create a warm, welcoming, and safe environment. I feel extremely lucky, as I absolutely love what I do. When I am not at work, you will likely find me at the beach or camping with my partner and of course Eddie.
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Georgina Carmichael

Dietitian

Hi there. My name is Georgie and I am an Accredited Practising Dietitian and passionate foodie. I grew up in a small town in Cornwall, England but have called Perth my home for the last 12 years. My journey with nutrition and passion for all things food started a long time ago after a visit from a dietitian in year 8 at school. I felt a great sense of comfort at that moment, that I had discovered my ‘calling’ in life. After moving to Australia in 2012, I worked across retail and hospitality until I became an Australian Citizen. From there, I was able to commence the journey to fulfil my childhood dream of becoming a dietitian. Through that journey, my dream developed into a passion to help people feel empowered to make nutrition changes by offering a safe space to have a voice and be heard without judgement. My journey as a dietitian has also been shaped by my own personal struggles with body image which led me to adopt a weight neutral / Non-Diet Approach in my practice. Having navigated these struggles, I have developed a deep level of compassion for others and understand the importance of creating an environment free of judgement and shame. I strive to empower people in their own personal nutrition journeys, placing them at the centre of our work together and consider their lived experiences, neurotype, values and individual goals. In terms of other areas of expertise, I have experience in nutrition for chronic conditions, including PCOS, high cholesterol, fatty liver, chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. Since having my son in 2022 and facing the many challenges of introducing solids, I developed an interest in paediatric nutrition. Other areas of interest include; food intolerances and allergies, including the Low FODMAP Diet and other digestive issues. In my spare time, you will find me chasing my little boy on his bike, cooking Thai food, getting out in nature for a coast walk or sitting on the beach and listening to Mythos by Stephen Fry.
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Lily Macfarlane

Dietitian

Hi, my name is Lily and I’m an Accredited Practising Dietitian. I grew up in the Perth Hills area where my grandparents owned an orchard. From a very young age, I learnt where my food came from, which nurtured my love and passion for everything food. Having half Italian heritage, the Mediterranean diet was everything I knew and connected to. I was immersed in a world of delicious, authentic Italian dishes cooked with love by my Nonna, Mum or Aunties which I now cook for my own 3 children. Prior to having children, I worked in the mines in the Eastern Wheatbelt as a Health and Lifestyle Co-ordinator. Food has always interested me, especially from a nutrition and health perspective which then led me to study dietetics in my later years. As a Dietitian, I have worked in bariatrics which included pre-surgical screening for disordered eating and eating disorders and managing post-surgical complications. I also have experience in Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, fatty liver, Coeliac disease, GORD, and many other chronic diseases. I enjoy supporting nutrition across the lifespan from infant nutrition through to women’s health, including endo, PCOS, menopause and older adults. I have a special interest in paediatric feeding, and as a busy mum of 3 kids (aged 8 months, 2 years, and 9 years), I can relate first-hand when it comes to the complexities of feeding infants and children. In addition, I have family members and friends who have children who are neurodivergent. I understand the challenges this presents with eating on the background of differences in sensory processing, interoceptive awareness, executive functioning as well as the impacts of medication. This is an area I am highly passionate about to support individuals and families. What I LOVE about dietetics is getting to know my patients, their unique story and helping tailor advice to their specific nutrition-related needs. I am grateful for this opportunity to be working alongside an amazing team at Dietwise and I look forward to working with you. I’m a huge fan of mindfulness and meditation, and on the weekends in summer you will find me and my family anywhere near water, paddle boarding and swimming! I particularly love Rottnest as it holds a special place in my heart as that’s where I got married.
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Rachel Svenson

Dietitian

Rachel has worked as a Dietitian for over 25 years and has over 20-years’ experience in sports nutrition. She has worked with High Performance Sport NZ and Super Rugby and has been the Performance Dietitian for the Newcastle Knights (NRL) for 8 years. Her experiences also extend to a wide range of sports including fueling up and recovery nutrition for high performance swimming and rowing, endurance and team sports, and her specialty interest in adolescent sports nutrition. She also lectures part-time at the Australian Catholic University in the Bachelor of Nutrition Science programme. Rachel works with individuals, families, clubs and teams to help reach body composition goals, improve strength and overall performance using food, supplementation and hydration. Whether you are an emerging athlete, a seasoned athlete or simply a person who is passionate about exercise, Rachel can educate and support you every step of the way. She brings a simplified approach to nutrition offering tailored advice to support your individual goals, reduce the risk of injury and optimize recovery and wellbeing. If Rachel is not fueling athletes from the sidelines, she is spending time relaxing at the beach, staying connected with her family scattered around the world or catching up on a podcast of interest.

Sonya Douglas

Dietitian

I am the Founder and Director of Dietwise, one of Perth’s most well established and premium private nutrition clinics. I have over 30 yrs experience as an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist. I have a particular interest in disordered eating, eating disorders, HAES and the Non-Diet Approach. I am also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician as awarded by ANZAED. My others areas of interest include gut issues, women's nutrition and the Mediterranean Diet. ---- Days of work: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat ----
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