MEET OUR TEAM OF GUT HEALTH DIETITIANS
Our Team
Our dietitians specialise in gut health and digestive disorders and are experienced in food allergy and intolerance management. At the heart of our philosophy, we believe that there is not one diet that suits everyone and that nutrition plans should be tailored to an individual.
Eating is not just about taste, but also how we nourish and nurture our bodies.
Louisa Stephens (MDietSc. BHlthSc.) is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and nutritionist registered with the Dietitians’ Association Australia. Louisa is an IBS Specialist Dietitian and director of Nutrition Wisdom. She has completed a Bachelor of Health Science and a Masters in Dietetics at the University of Queensland. She founded Nutrition Wisdom in 2016 with a vision to provide high-quality health and nutrition counselling to clients.
Louisa’s areas of experience include digestive health conditions including IBS, food intolerances, Coeliac Disease IBD, diverticular disease. Louisa specialises in gut health and is passionate about how our microbiome (gut bacteria) can influence our health. She currently works alongside Gastroenterologists throughout Brisbane and Ipswich. She also provides nutrition services for women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, PCOS and Endometriosis.
Louisa has completed additional training in:
• Monash University Health Professional FODMAP course
• Nutrition Plus Nutrition for Fertility and Pregnancy
• Microba Health Professional Training
• PCOS Training Course for RDNs
Louisa is a member of the following groups and associations:
• Member of Coeliac Society Queensland.
• Member of Crohn’s and Colitis
• Associate member of Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine.
Louisa is available for face-to-face appointments in Taringa, Paddington and Ipswich. She is also available for Zoom and phone appointments.
Louisa’s areas of experience include digestive health conditions including IBS, food intolerances, Coeliac Disease IBD, diverticular disease. Louisa specialises in gut health and is passionate about how our microbiome (gut bacteria) can influence our health. She currently works alongside Gastroenterologists throughout Brisbane and Ipswich. She also provides nutrition services for women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, PCOS and Endometriosis.
Louisa has completed additional training in:
• Monash University Health Professional FODMAP course
• Nutrition Plus Nutrition for Fertility and Pregnancy
• Microba Health Professional Training
• PCOS Training Course for RDNs
Louisa is a member of the following groups and associations:
• Member of Coeliac Society Queensland.
• Member of Crohn’s and Colitis
• Associate member of Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine.
Louisa is available for face-to-face appointments in Taringa, Paddington and Ipswich. She is also available for Zoom and phone appointments.
Emily Doyle is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and nutritionist registered with Dietitians Australia. She holds a Bachelor of Nutrition and Exercise and a Master of Dietetics from the University of Queensland.
Emily is passionate about simplifying nutrition and cutting through the noise of fad diets and misinformation often found on social media. She is dedicated to promoting a healthy relationship with food and body, empowering clients to nourish themselves without guilt, fear, or confusion.
Living with coeliac disease herself, Emily has both personal insight and expertise in supporting individuals with autoimmune conditions, food intolerances, and allergies. She is committed to helping clients enjoy a full and nourishing diet, no matter their diagnosis. Her clinical interests also include digestive health, particularly IBS, IBD, constipation, and diverticular disease.
Emily supports clients in reaching their health and weight-related goals without restrictive diets or food rules. She creates a warm, supportive space where clients feel safe to explore their relationship with food and body. Her non-diet approach focuses on building balanced habits, tuning into hunger and fullness cues, letting go of food guilt, and improving overall wellbeing. By shifting the focus away from the scale and toward sustainable lifestyle changes, Emily helps clients feel more energised, confident, and in control of their health, without the stress of dieting.
Outside of dietetics, Emily enjoys CrossFit-style training and running. She’s a professional “chatterbox” who loves connecting with others, sharing a laugh, and spending time with friends and family, ideally with a coffee in hand and a walk outdoors.
Emily consults at both the Clayfield and Taringa clinics and also offers appointments via Telehealth. She has also completed additional training in eating disorders through the InsideOut: The Essentials – Training Clinicians in Eating Disorders program.
Kelsey Riachi (MDietSc. BExNSc.) is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and Credentialed Eating Disorder Dietitian (ANZAED). Kelsey has completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences’ and Masters of Dietetics Studies at the University of Queensland.
Kelsey is passionate about helping clients build a positive relationship with food and understands that ‘one size does not fit all’. Kelsey appreciates the importance and value of working collaboratively with her clients and creates a warm and non-judgmental space in her dietetic practice. She will support your passions and goals, so you can make realistic and sustainable changes to your diet through practical and individualised recommendations.
Kelsey’s special interests include digestive health conditions including IBS, food intolerances, Coeliac Disease, IBD, gastroparesis, diverticular disease and disordered eating. She is also trained in all areas of chronic disease management, has experience working with NDIS participants and takes on a holistic care approach with all clients. Moreover, Kelsey has a particular passion for how food, mood and gut health contribute to overall quality of life. As a Credentialed Eating Disorder Dietitian, Kelsey takes a non-diet approach and is able to assist people to experiencing an eating disorder.
Outside of dietetics, Kelsey is passionate about movement and her role as a Dance Teacher and Choreographer.
Kelsey is excited to share her knowledge and passion for nutrition with all her clients at Nutrition Wisdom.
Kelsey has completed additional training in:
• Monash University Health Professional FODMAP course
• Inside Out: The Foundations of Eating Disorders, ANZAED Eating Disorder Credential
FAQs
Do I need to bring anything to my appointment?
What to complete before your appointment
Once you have made an appointment, we will send you a new patient form which we will get you to fill in online before your first appointment.
What to bring on the day
Please bring any referrals from your doctors and any relevant blood tests you have had done with you to your appointment. It is always helpful when patients bring a list of any medications or supplements they are taking as well as a food diary for the past 3-7 days.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
Dietitian Referrals
No, Dietitians do not require referrals from doctors. However, if your doctor has referred you, please bring this paperwork with you.
How many appointments will I need?
This will depend on your nutrition assessment and what you require support with. At your initial appointment, your dietitian will give you an guide as to how often you will need to be reviewed. For digestive issues and food intolerances, please allow at least 3 visits.
Do you do allergy testing?
Food Allergy Testing
Allergy testing must be conducted by a medical doctor or practice nurse so as Dietitians, we are unable to perform these tests. The Dietitians at Nutrition Wisdom do not perform allergy blood or skin prick tests however they can help you to manage any food allergy you have been diagnosed with.
Appointment Fees
Initial Consultation 60mins with Maddy, Kelsey & Suné $195
Concession card/pension card holders $175
Initial Consultation 60mins with Louisa $240
Concession card/pension card holders $210
Extended Review Consultation 45mins Maddy, Kelsey & Suné $145
Concession card/pension card holders $125
Extended Review Consultation 45mins Louisa $175
Concession card/pension card holders $135
Review Consultation 30min Maddy, Kelsey & Suné $105
Concession card/pension card holders $95
Review Consultation 30min Louisa $120
Concession card/pension card holders $110
Extended review consultations are often recommended for complex needs such as disordered eating. We have a Hicaps terminal facility available at our Taringa location. We are able to provide statements for you to claim back with your healthfund at all our other locations.
Do you see children?
Children’s Appointments
We see children for general nutrition issues such as introduction of solid foods, weight management and food allergies and intolerances.
Make a Dietitian Appointment
To make an appointment with one of our dietitians you can book online, email or call us. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us. Looking for more information? Check out our blog.
