Professional Boundaries

Scope of Practice:

I work alongside your existing healthcare team, not instead of them. If I notice something that needs medical attention, I'll let you know and encourage you to follow up with your doctor.

I'm not a registered dietitian, so I don't work in clinical settings or provide Medical Nutrition Therapy for certain conditions that require dietetic intervention.

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Evidence-Based Practice

My recommendations are based on:

• Current scientific research

• Your individual health history and needs

• My professional training and experience

• My lived experience with chronic health conditions

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I won't recommend fad diets, "miracle cures," or anything that contradicts evidence-based practice. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

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Relationship Boundaries

Our Professional Relationship

I care deeply about your wellbeing, and I bring compassion, honesty, and my whole self to our work together. But there are important boundaries that keep our relationship professional and effective.

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What Our Relationship Is:

• Collaborative: We're a team working toward your health goals

• Respectful: I respect your autonomy, choices, and lived experience

• Boundaried: Professional, warm, and focused on your nutrition and health needs

• Honest: I'll tell you the truth, even when it's not what you want to hear

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What Our Relationship Isn't:

We're not friends, family, or social connections. This isn't about being cold or distant - it's about maintaining the professional space that allows me to provide you with the best care possible.

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This means:

• We won't connect on personal social media

• We won't meet socially outside of sessions

• Our communication stays focused on your health and nutrition

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Mutual Respect

I will treat you with respect, compassion, and dignity. In return, I ask that you:

• Communicate openly and honestly about your needs and concerns

• Respect my time and boundaries (including cancellation policies)

• Treat me with basic courtesy and respect

• Let me know if something isn't working for you

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If Things Aren't Working:

Sometimes, despite everyone's best efforts, a professional relationship just isn't the right fit. That's okay! If either of us feels that way, we'll have an honest conversation about it, and I'll help you find another practitioner who might be a better match.

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Confidentiality & Privacy

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Everything you share with me is confidential and protected under Australian privacy law. I will only share your information:

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• With your explicit written consent (e.g., to communicate with your GP or specialist)

• If required by law (e.g., court order)

• If there's a serious and imminent threat to your life or safety, or someone else's

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For more details, see our Privacy Policy.

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