Mikah Appel
Sunday Nutrition and Dietetics
About
At Sunday Nutrition and Dietetics, we understand that health is nuanced and complex, and feel strongly about recognising how social determinants of health impact our clients. Our focus is on providing compassionate weight-neutral care and embracing gentle nutrition practices, steering away from rigid rules and instead emphasising flexibility and enjoyment in eating. In a landscape cluttered with misinformation and pseudoscience, we pride ourselves on offering evidence-based guidance that cuts through the noise and fosters a sense of calm and clarity....
just like Sundays. Whether you're seeking support for managing a medical condition, requiring assistance with nutrition for disability or aged care, or aiming to improve your overall health, Sunday Nutrition and Dietetics can guide you with compassion, expertise, and commitment to sustainable long-term success.
Approach: Compassionate, weight-neutral, gentle, evidence-based, flexible, non-judgmental. Emphasis on calm, clarity and sustainable long-term outcomes rather than rigid rules.
Weight Loss Approach
Weight-neutral, gentle nutrition approach. Steers away from rigid rules, emphasising flexibility and enjoyment in eating. Evidence-based guidance.
Does not focus on weight loss as a primary outcome; instead focuses on sustainable long-term health improvements and positive relationships with food.
Areas of Expertise
Pricing
Medicare Rebates
Location
Sunday Nutrition and Dietetics
34 Gregory Street, Bowen QLD 4805
Multiple Locations
Outreach services to Airlie Beach, Cannonvale, Proserpine, and Collinsville. Telehealth available nationally.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Dietetics (University of the Sunshine Coast)
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
- Accredited Nutritionist (AN)
- Monash FODMAP Trained Dietitian
- Motivational Interviewing Counselling Training
- Additional training in neurodiversity-affirming nutrition
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Up to 5 Medicare rebates per 12-month period via a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan from a GP. Medicare rebate is approximately $61.80 per session. Gap payment applies. Also available for Follow-Up Allied Health Services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
NDIS
NDIS provider for self-managed and plan-managed participants. Services must align with participant goals. Support categories: Capacity Building (Improved Health & Wellbeing), Core Support (Improved Daily Living, incl. childhood early intervention), Core (Assistance with Daily Life). Agency-managed not mentioned. Fees per NDIS pricing arrangements.
DVA
DVA provider. Covers costs for Veteran Gold Card holders, and Veteran White Card holders for accepted service-related conditions.
Private Health
Most private health funds accepted. HICAPS terminal available for instant rebate processing. Specific funds not listed.
Referral
No referral required to self-refer. GP referral needed to access Medicare, DVA, or other government rebates.
Book a Consultation
60-minute initial assessment covering medical history, health goals, food habits and lifestyle. Includes nutritional needs assessment, counselling, and goal-setting.
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
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