Gold Coast Eating Disorder Dietitians
Supporting Your Journey to Recovery
A warm welcome..
Everyone deserves to have a peaceful relationship with food. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken a brave first step, and we’re here to support you. Whether you’re feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or just want to explore your options, we provide a judgment-free space to start your journey.
At My Nutrition Clinic, we provide specialised eating disorder treatment through our team of credentialed eating disorder dietitians. Our experienced team offers evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals struggling with disordered eating. We provide gentle, personalised nutrition support mixed with practical strategies that work within your lifestyle.
We’re Here to Walk With You
At My Nutrition Clinic, we understand that everyone’s path is different. Our compassionate team of dietitians creates a safe, understanding space where you can feel heard and supported. Remember – there’s no rush, we move at your pace.
How we support your journey
- We’re experienced eating disorder specialists who truly care
- Our approach is gentle, personalised nutrition guidance that is made for you
- Practical, achievable steps that fit into your real life
- Regular check-ins to celebrate your progress (big and small!)
- We work at your pace, always
- Medicare and NDIS supported options to help with costs
- Flexible appointments that allow for telehealth and in-person appointments
- Disorders with Australian eating disorder credentials, advanced training and extensive experience
Why People Trust Us
Every journey is different, and we honour that. We’ll work together to create a plan that feels right for you, including:
- We create a warm, judgment-free environment
- Recovery isn’t linear, and that’s okay – we understand
- You are not left to figure this out alone
- Experience in supporting diverse recovery journeys
- Close communication and collaboration with your support network
- Family support options if you’d like them
We’re Here to Support You
Taking the first step towards recovery takes courage, and we’re here to walk alongside you on this journey. At My Nutrition Clinic, our caring team of dietitians understands that everyone’s relationship with food is unique. We provide a safe, understanding space where you can feel heard and supported.
Your first visit:
Your first appointment is simply a gentle conversation where we:
- Get to know you and your needs
- Listen to your story and concerns
- Create an eating plan that feels right and achievable
- Agree skills and strategies that will be most helpful for recovery
- Create a comfortable review schedule that helps you feel supported
Review sessions:
- Gentle check-in about your progress
- Celebration of achievements (big and small)
- Discussion of any challenges
- Adjustments to your support strategies
- Planning next steps together
- Coordination with your healthcare team
OUr Eating Disorder dietitians
Aloysa Hourigan
Dietitian
Aloysa has over 30 years of experience as a Dietitian and has worked for Nutrition Australia and running her own private practice in Brisbane. In addition to her dietetic qualifications, Aloysa has a Graduate Diploma in Counselling from the Queensland University of Technology.
Having a counseling qualification alongside expertise in nutrition and food has led Aloysa to focus on the area of eating disorders and has a great deal of compassion and experience providing support for long-term recovery
Specialist areas:
Eating disorders
Gut disorders
Food intolerances
Anna D'Arcy
Director
Anna is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and director of My Nutrition Clinic who has worked for over two decades in the development and delivery of weight related programmes for adults and children. Anna has a Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics along with a Masters in Public Health and has worked in both Australia and London (UK).
Favourite nutrition areas:
Weight management
Bariatric surgery
Depression
Eating Disorders
Gut issues
Trusted resources for further information
The Butterfly Foundation
- National Helpline:1800 33 4673
- Support services and resources
InsideOut Institute
- Evidence-based information
- Treatment options
Medicare Benefits Schedule
- Eating Disorder Plan details
- Eligibility criteria
- Available rebates
FAQ
If you’re concerned about your relationship with food, that’s enough reason to reach out. There’s no threshold you need to meet – we’re here to support you at any stage of your journey. Early support can be incredibly valuable.
Your first visit is a gentle conversation where we simply get to know you. We’ll:
- Chat in a relaxed, private setting
- Listen to your concerns without judgment
- Answer any questions you have
- Discuss possible next steps only if you’re ready There’s no pressure to make any decisions during this first meeting.
No referral is needed to see us. However, if you’d like to access Medicare rebates, you can ask your GP about an Eating Disorder Plan or a Chronic Disease Management Plan. We’re happy to explain how this works.
Everyone’s journey is different, and we move at your pace. There’s no set timeline – we’ll work together to create a support plan that feels right for you. Remember, recovery isn’t linear, and that’s perfectly okay. Eating Disorder Plans provide Medicare rebates for up to 20 appointments in a calendar year which allows for appointments to be more often when needed while allowing flexibility to extend this to a comfortable pace for you.
We don’t believe in rigid approaches. Any strategies we discuss will be gentle, flexible, and developed together. We focus on building a peaceful relationship with food at a pace that feels comfortable for you. There may be times when a more detailed food guide is needed to ensure you are nourished and physically prepared for your recovery journey.
Absolutely! You’re welcome to bring a support person (or animal) to any appointment. This could be a family member, friend, or anyone who helps you feel more comfortable.
Yes! We provide secure telehealth consultations if you:
- Prefer to connect from home
- Live far from our Gold Coast locations
- Have mobility or transport challenges The support is just as personal and effective as in-person visits.
We understand that life can be unpredictable. Just let us know 24 hours before your appointment if you need to reschedule. There’s no judgment – we’re here to support you when you’re ready.
Absolutely. Your privacy is crucial to us. Everything discussed in sessions remains confidential within your healthcare team. We only share information with other providers with your explicit permission.
If you’re over 16, you can seek support independently. We can discuss privacy concerns during your first appointment and find solutions that work for your situation.
Those feelings are completely normal. You can:
- Call us for a brief chat: 07 5533 8866
- Email us with questions to [email protected]
- Have a family member or friend make initial contact There’s no pressure – we’re here when you feel ready to take that first step.
You don’t need to prepare anything specific. Just come as you are. If you have any medical information or referrals you’d like to share, you can bring those, but they’re not required for our first chat.
💭 Remember: Reaching out for support shows incredible strength. We’re here to listen without judgment and support you in whatever way feels right for you.