A registered dietitian is a trained healthcare professional who provides dietary guidance for nutrition-related diseases through assessments, counselling, and understanding the connection between diet and health. Accredited Practising Dietitians are also qualified Nutritionists, that are recognised by Medicare in providing nutritional-medical care. ​ A dietitian will work closely with you, understanding your unique needs and preferences, to help you achieve your nutrition and health goals. They conduct a comprehensive assessment of your current medical condition or health concerns, considering presenting symptoms, medical history, medications and supplements taken, lifestyle, dietary habits, and your relationship with food and food preferences. In a follow up consultation, they review available blood test results and medical reports to comprehensively understand your health history. A dietitian doesn't just dictate a meal plan but collaborates with you, ensuring that the eating pattern aligns with your health goals and addresses your dietary concerns.

Dietitians are not just nutritionists; they are qualified Medical Nutrition Therapists. To become a dietitian, one must undergo a rigorous process, including obtaining an approved dietetics qualification, completing clinical placements, and achieving accreditation. This ensures that they have the highest level of nutrition education among health professionals. In contrast, "nutritionist" is not regulated or protected, meaning anyone can use it regardless of qualifications. Dietitians possess the highest level of nutrition education among health professionals. They are the only ones recognised by Medicare to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. They often work collaboratively with other health professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible health outcomes for their clients and patients. To be a dietitian, you must have an approved dietetics qualification, complete clinical placement, and undergo accreditation. It's important to note that the term 'nutritionist' is not regulated or protected, meaning anyone can use it, regardless of their qualifications. This lack of regulation underscores the importance of being cautious about who you seek nutritional advice from. Dietitians don't work in isolation. They collaborate with other health professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible health outcomes for clients and patients. This team-based approach ensures that all aspects of a patient's health are considered, leading to more effective care.

After your first Initial consultation, you will have a clear treatment plan going forward. 1 week later, your Meal Planning session will guide you on how to best implement dietary changes, with consideration to your family, work and commitments. 2 weeks later we have our first Follow up session to keep you on track and have your questions answered. If you need more support, it's recommended a Follow up every 2-3 weeks, otherwise if you're feeling confident and seeing results, a follow up every 4 weeks is ideal for managing long term gut issues, mental health and improving your relationship with food. Once you're riding smoothly on your own, we can take off your training wheels so you can be independent, letting yourself thrive in your new health and lifestyle.

We ask that if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment that you give us as much notice as possible. We have a 48-hour cancellation policy where 100% of the service fee is charged for cancellations within this time frame.

No, referrals are not required to see a dietitian. However, at Bonny Thio Dietitian, we require all clients to maintain regular engagement with their GP or another qualified medical professional to ensure your ongoing medical safety.

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Many private health insurance policies with extras coverage provide benefits for seeing an Accredited Practising Dietitian. However, the benefits and annual limits vary depending on your policy. It's best to check with your provider before your consultation. After your consultation, you will receive a receipt with the necessary information to make a claim.

Yes, your disability may mean you require support to manage your nutrition. Nutrition support can be provided by an Accredited Practising Dietitian. Bonny Thio Dietitian supports participants who are: Self-managed Plan-managed Nutrition support can be claimed under: Core Supports - Assistance with Daily Life Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living Capacity Building - Improved Health and Wellbeing How can I pay for my appointments? Self-Managed NDIS Participants: An invoice will be sent to your email following your consultation. Plan-managed NDIS participants: In the case of plan-managed participants, the invoice will be emailed to your plan manager.

Yes, if your doctor has referred you to a dietitian on an eligible care plan, you will qualify for a Medicare rebate. Please be aware that we do not provide bulk-billing services and there will be a gap payment.

People with a chronic health condition expected to last longer than 6 months may be eligible for a Medicare rebate with an Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC)/Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDM). Talk to your GP to see if you are eligible. The rebate from Medicare is $60.35 per session for up to 5 sessions per year.

If you are eligible your GP can create an eating disorder plan (EDP). This can include a referral to a dietitian. The Medicare rebate is $60.35 per session for up to 20 sessions per year.

Kinesiology is a holistic healing modality that uses muscle testing to identify imbalances in the body, mind, and energy systems. By accessing your body's subconscious responses, it helps release emotional blocks, reduce anxiety, and restore balance.

Kinesiology addresses the root causes of emotional distress stored in your body. By identifying and releasing trapped emotions, it helps regulate your nervous system, increase self-confidence, and promote emotional well-being.

Unlike talk therapy, kinesiology works directly with the body’s energy systems to identify and clear emotional blocks without the need for extensive verbal discussion. This approach is gentle, non-invasive, and often provides faster relief.

Kinesiology is supported by textbooks and qualified courses that are grounded in scientific principles. For example, "Energetic Kinesiology Principles and Practice" by Charles Krebs and Tania McGowan outlines the scientific basis of the practice. While some may be quick to judge therapies involving energy healing because the effects aren’t visible to the naked eye, it doesn’t mean they aren’t scientifically valid or effective. Traditional Chinese Medicine, which also references energetic systems, wasn’t initially understood through modern scientific methods, yet it has successfully healed countless individuals. Kinesiology similarly works by balancing the body’s energy systems, promoting emotional and physical well-being. ​

Muscle testing involves applying light pressure to a muscle while assessing its response. A weak response indicates an imbalance or stress related to a specific issue, allowing the practitioner to identify and address underlying emotional blocks.

We start by discussing how you're feeling (what stresses or emotions you'd like to clear), and how you want to feel instead. We create an empowering goal you'd like to achieve in your session. You make yourself comfortable on the massage bed (fully clothed) and hold your arm at a 45 degree angle. We use the Brachioradialis muscle to identify stress held in the mind-body system, and the natural treatments your body wants to bring itself back into balance. To help you process and integrate the session at home, home remedies are often tested up to assist with your healing.

Sessions are mostly hands-on, involving gentle touch, muscle testing, and energy work. Verbal discussion is mostly at the start of the session, then we focus on identifying key emotional patterns.

No, you do not need to discuss trauma in detail. Kinesiology accesses your body's responses, allowing healing without revisiting painful memories.

Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows for easy movement. Avoid restrictive clothing or heavy jewellery. ​

You may experience sensations like warmth, tingling, or lightness as energy shifts. Most clients feel relaxed, grounded, and calm after a session.

Clients often report feeling lighter, more relaxed, and emotionally clear. Some may feel tired or emotional as the body processes changes, but this typically passes within 24-48 hours.

If you're a new client, Bonny recommends 3 sessions closer together at first for best results: 1st Session - clears the sh*t or "noise" you're currently carrying eg. you just had a fight with your partner (not the deep stuff yet) 2nd Session - in two weeks time we assess going deeper to the root thats causing you issues. 3rd Session - in four to six weeks time, we may delve even deeper in your root concerns or clear whatever is coming up for you ​ Maintenance Sessions - recommend every four to six weeks to clear whatever stressors that come up for you, these top up sessions keep your energy and mind clear. Recommend not leaving it for longer than two months, so it doesn't undo the hard work you've done already. Remember you've lived these patterns and triggers for YEARS. Keep at it, be patient, and you will notice the changes within your internal and external world!

Yes, by addressing emotional stress and nervous system imbalances, kinesiology can alleviate physical symptoms like headaches, fatigue, digestive issues, and muscle tension.

Kinesiology is safe and suitable for all ages, from children to adults. It is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that works alongside conventional treatments.

Yes, kinesiology often helps individuals who have not found relief through other methods by addressing emotional and energetic imbalances at their core.

The initial 90-minute consultation is $188. This investment supports your emotional well-being, helping you break free from anxiety, low self-worth, and stress, leading to a more empowered and fulfilling life.

The initial 90-minute consultation is $188. This investment supports your emotional well-being, helping you break free from anxiety, low self-worth, and stress, leading to a more empowered and fulfilling life.

The initial consultation is 90 minutes. Follow-up sessions typically last 60 minutes, depending on your needs.

Yes, online kinesiology sessions are available, allowing you to experience the benefits of this healing modality from the comfort of your home. We start by discussing how you're feeling (what stresses or emotions you'd like to clear), and how you want to feel instead. We create an empowering goal you'd like to achieve in your session. Online kinesiology involves surrogating your energy where I muscle test on myself. We test for stress held in the nervous and energy systems, mind and body. Then we find natural remedies to get you back into balance. All you have to do is enter the online video call, find a quiet space, and participate as if you were in clinic with me. ​

Feeling nervous is completely normal. Rest assured that sessions are compassionate, non-judgmental, and designed to help you feel safe, supported, and understood.

Problems arise after years of repetition, so it can take some time for the deeper concerns. Healing is a process that unfolds uniquely for each individual. Some people experience instant shifts, while others notice gradual improvements over time. Trust that your body is integrating the changes in its own time.

We ask that if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment that you give us as much notice as possible. We have a 48-hour cancellation policy where 100% of the service fee is charged for cancellations within this time frame.