Candace Sciberras
OnePointHealth
About
At OnePointHealth we take pride in our dietitians implementing clinical expertise, evidence-based practice and a patient-centred approach. We value one-on-one care and the necessary ongoing guidance and constant attention to detail in order to make your health number one! Our dietitians are able to provide a holistic approach by working alongside other allied health professionals and appropriately referring you to other treatments, such as our exercise physiologists who can provide an exercise program to assist with your weight loss journey.
There is no 'one size fits all' and therefore our dietitians provide personalised nutrition plans and customised advice and recommendations that are tailored to each individual's goals and health needs.
Approach: Non-judgmental, evidence-based, patient-centred, holistic. Uses behaviour change techniques and motivational interviewing. Focuses on small, achievable steps rather than drastic changes. Values balance and moderation over restriction.
Weight Loss Approach
Evidence-based, non-judgmental, patient-centred approach focusing on small incremental changes, personalised meal planning, mindful eating, behavioural change techniques, and motivational interviewing. Avoids fad diets and restrictive eating. Emphasises balance, moderation, and sustainable habits.
Collaborates with exercise physiologists for holistic weight management.
Bariatric surgery diet support is offered (listed as a treatment area: 'Bariatric Surgery Diet').
Areas of Expertise
Location
OnePointHealth
510/536 High St, Penrith NSW 2750
Multiple Locations
Penrith - 510/536 High St, Penrith NSW 2750, Ph: (02) 4732 5188, Ryde - 819 Victoria Road, Ryde NSW 2112, Ph: (02) 7908 3939, Ropes Crossing - 1B/2 Central Pl, Ropes Crossing NSW 2760, Ph: (02) 4732 5188, Blaxland - 10 Layton Ave, Blaxland NSW 2774, Ph: (02) 4702 0221, Springwood - 20 Ferguson Rd, Springwood NSW 2777, Ph: (02) 4751 7583, Katoomba - 69 Megalong St, Katoomba NSW 2780, Ph: (02) 4782 6169, Lindfield (Kochia Lane) - 2/2 Suite/1 Kochia Ln, Lindfield NSW 2070, Ph: (02) 7908 3939
Qualifications
- APD (Accredited Practising Dietitian)
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Medicare claims via Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) / Chronic Disease Management (CDM) referral from GP. Specific rebate amounts and number of sessions not stated on website.
NDIS
NDIS dietitian services offered at Penrith, Springwood, and Katoomba locations. Services include personalised nutrition plans, nutritional assessment, weight management, chronic disease management, food intolerance guidance, healthy eating education, and feeding difficulties support. Management type (plan/self/agency-managed) not specified.
DVA
Australian Defence Force logo displayed on website, suggesting ADF/DVA provider status, but not explicitly confirmed.
Private Health
Some private health funds cover dietetics. Specific funds not listed; patients advised to check with their provider.
Referral
No referral required to self-refer privately. GP referral (EPC/CDM) required for Medicare rebates.
Book a Consultation
Covers background medical, social and personal history; personal and health goals; diet history; nutrition education with resources/diagrams; practical strategies; behaviour change techniques and motivational interviewing. Duration not specified.
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