My Story
Hi, Iβm Rachel, an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a special interest in oncology nutrition and a deep respect for the people I work with.
If youβve found your way here, you might be feeling overwhelmed by the amount of nutrition advice out there β especially when youβre already coping with treatment, fatigue, or changes in appetite. My role is to help you make sense of it all and find a way of eating that genuinely supports you β your treatment, your recovery, and your life.
Over the past decade, Iβve supported clients through every stage of cancer care β from diagnosis and treatment to recovery and survivorship β across public hospitals, private clinics, and multidisciplinary teams. Iβve seen the courage it takes to keep showing up through rounds of chemo, radiation, surgery, or transplants, and I never take that strength for granted. Itβs an incredible privilege to walk alongside people at such a meaningful time in their lives.
My approach is grounded in evidence, but always shaped by you. I know thereβs no one-size-fits-all way to eat well β especially when youβre dealing with nausea, taste changes, or just not feeling like yourself. Together, weβll explore realistic, achievable strategies that fit into your world and make eating feel manageable again.
I see food as so much more than fuel β itβs comfort, connection, and part of how we find joy, even in hard seasons. My aim is to help you nourish your body and your spirit, to restore a sense of trust in what you eat, and to help you feel confident that your nutrition is working for you, not against you.
Professionally, Iβm curious and thorough β I like to ask questions, explore new research, and stay up to date with what can genuinely help my clients. My background includes oncology, gastroenterology, surgical, and critical care nutrition, and Iβve led projects improving how we identify and support people at risk of malnutrition. I also teach and mentor other dietitians, helping build confidence and skill in cancer care.
But what matters most to me isnβt just the science β itβs connection. Every person I work with brings a story, and being part of that story is what keeps me passionate about this work. Iβm continually humbled by the resilience I see every day, and Iβm grateful to play a small role in helping people feel stronger, nourished, and supported as they navigate treatment and beyond.
If youβre feeling unsure where to start or just want someone to help you make sense of your nutrition right now, Iβd love to meet you. Together, weβll find a way forward that feels clear, achievable, and right for you.
My goal is to provide innovative, compassionate, client-centered care, customising advice to each clientβs unique situation to optimise their nutrition
and improve their overall health .
Iβm dedicated to making a difference in my clientsβ lives, helping them navigate life with the best nutritional support possible.
My Values & Vision
Client Centred Care
Providing you highly tailored, evidenced based nutritional support that meets your unique needs, at every stage of your path, from pre-diagnosis to survivorship
Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Support
Working closely with your other healthcare providers, from Oncologists, Nursing, and Allied health, to ensure a comprehensive, seamless, and team approach to your care.
Innovative & Future Focused
Guiding you to envision your future self, then creating a progressive, structured and stepwise plan to help you achieve it.
Empowerment through Education
Providing guidance, practical advice and resources to empower you and your healthcare team with a deeper understanding of the critical role of nutrition in cancer care and how to maximise its benefits.
Commitment to Excellence
Upholding a high standard of service delivery, driven by extensive clinical experience, advanced training, continuous professional development, and a steadfast commitment to research and evidenced based practice.
Gold Standard Care
Advocating for gold-standard nutrition care across the health care spectrum, no matter what, when, where, or how you choose to navigate your health and cancer pathway.
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Rachel graduated with honours from the University of Wollongong.
Class 2 Division 1 (Distinction) Awarded Best Honors Project
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Stephanie Notaras: Dietitian Counselling Skills Program 2023
Alumni Program - Dietitian Counselling and Communication Skills 2024 - ongoing
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GP Education & Update on Head and Neck Pathologies βIntegrated Care in HNC β The Role of Speech and Dieteticsβ
CNSA Webinar: βRadiation-induced Oesophagitis β Onset, Causes, and Managementβ