Catherine Gay Purcell
Nutrition Equipped
About
Meaningful weight loss that reduces excess fat which stays off in the long term is not easy. It requires commitment & persistence. The path to successful loss of excess weight is different for every individual.
Particular weight loss strategies that work with some people might not work when used with others. Therefore, making a plan to lose weight is not a case of 'one-size-fits-all.' It is a very individual and personalised process.
A critical factor to successful long-term weight loss in practice is support and follow-up. My role is to be there for you to provide that support. Someone to be accountable to, to collaborate with, and check in with, every step of your journey.
I am able to use my extensive experience working with numerous clients to find the best fit for your unique situation.
Approach: Caring, honest, client-directed, practical and supportive; emphasises accountability, realistic goal-setting, self-compassion, and long-term sustainable change
Weight Loss Approach
Individualised and personalised approach; focuses on sustainable long-term lifestyle changes rather than fad diets; addresses emotional eating; emphasises realistic goal-setting, self-compassion, and behavioural change; recommends initial consultation plus at least 2-3 follow-up appointments; acknowledges weight loss requires commitment and persistence
Areas of Expertise
Location
Nutrition Equipped
122 Clifford Street, Stafford Heights QLD 4053
Multiple Locations
Two locations: Stafford Heights and Newmarket (Brisbane, QLD)
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (University of Queensland)
- Graduate Diploma (Queensland University of Technology)
- Master of Public Health (University of Queensland)
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Medicare provider; accepts referrals under Medicare (e.g. Chronic Disease Management/EPC plans). Specific rebate amounts not stated.
DVA
DVA (Department of Veterans' Affairs) provider; attends to clients of the Dept of Veteran Affairs.
Private Health
Private health fund rebates available; specific funds not listed.
Book a Consultation
Initial consultation recommended followed by at least 2-3 follow-up appointments for weight management. Online consultations run the same as in-person; documents can be shared and worked through together.
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
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