Dr Rachelle Opie Dietitian

Dr Rachelle Opie (Food For Thought) Honeycomb Health, 44 Highbury Rd, Burwood, Victoria, 3125

Overview

Rachelle is a kind and compassionate Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC), with 18 years experience in research and clinical practice. From working in a variety of health-care settings, Rachelle has developed specialised expertise and a passion for supporting adults with mental health disorders, eating disorders and disordered eating. Rachelle has advanced training and skills in nutrition counselling, delivering person-centred, trauma-informed care, using a non-judgmental, caring and empathic approach. Rachelle uses a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to health management, with the aim of supporting clients improve their relationship with food, eating and their body. As a research dietitian, Rachelle regularly contributes to the current scientific literature and remains at the forefront of nutrition knowledge. Whilst utilising the most the up-to-date evidence in sessions with clients, Rachelle makes sure to translate the science into user-friendly, practical strategies to suit your lifestyle. Rachelle aims to empower and support her clients engage in health behaviour changes for improved physical well-being and mental health.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • PhD, BNutrDiet (Hons), BSc

Accreditations

  • Accredited Practising Dietitian
  • Eating Disorder Credentialed Dietitian

Certifications

  • Trauma-Informed Dietetic Care, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Eating Disorders, Mental Health First Aid, DBT for Dietitians

Fees/Services

In-clinic consultation

  • Face-to-Face Appointment (review)

Online consultation

  • Telehealth Appointments (review)

Working Hours

This Week

Monday:9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Wednesday:9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Specialisation and Services

Area of Focus

  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Eating disorders
  • General Nutrition
  • Mental health
  • Pregnancy

Patient Focus

  • Adults

Languages Spoken

  • English