Nutritionist & Psychotherapist in Galway
Hello & thank you for your interest in Galway Nutrition & Therapy Clinic
After more than 25 years working as a registered dietitian with children and adults in hospitals and community health services across Ireland and the UK, I founded Galway Nutrition & Therapy Clinic in 2023. My ambition was to create a clinic providing the most up-to-date, science-based, practical, diet and lifestyle advice.
Experience:
I have experience in helping clients to improve their health through evidence - based recommendations. I understand that every person is unique, therefore I aim to provide individualised care to motivate my clients to make sustainable lifestyle changes.
As a Galway-based nutritionist and psychotherapist, I integrate the learning from psychotherapy in my day to day work with clients to help improve outcomes. This unique combination allows me to understand the psychological aspects of behaviour change and provide clients with a well-rounded approach.
Valerie provides clear & practical advice on
topics including (but not limited to):
Paediatrics
Adults
Valerie's Experience:
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition & Dietetics, University of Ulster.
- Higher Diploma Primary Care, University of Galway.
- Certificate Counselling, Maynooth University.
- Postgraduate Diploma Psychotherapy, Tivoli Institute.
- Certificates and additional training in Behaviour Change, the low FODMAP diet, Diabetes education, Counterweight (weight management), motivational interviewing.
Registration
- State registered Dietitian - CORU (DI015682).
- Member of the Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute.
- Working with a Registered Dietitian qualifies for 20% tax back and 30 – 50 % back on health insurance depending on provider.
Why work with Valerie?
Trust an expert
Dietitians complete a minimum of 4 years of undergraduate training, including a comprehensive clinical placement, before engaging with clients.
Upon graduation, dietitians have to register with CORU and complete a minimum of 30 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) annually. CPD supports dietitians in delivering the most up-to-date, science-based information to the clients they work with.
During their career dietitians work in a variety of clinical settings and complete further training and education. They are also bound by a code of professional conduct.
Evidence – based learning
With so much nutrition and health information available, navigating through it can be challenging. However, my work is grounded in the latest scientific research, supported by effective behavioral change strategies and techniques,
Over 25 years experience
With over 25 years of experience in NHS, HSE and community services, I've supported thousands of clients (working primarily with children and adults) to improve their health and well-being.
Based on my extensive experience and learning I aim to always keep things simple and give clarity around many of the health and nutrition myths we can be subjected to regularly.
Passionate about healthcare, I adopt a solution-focused, client-centered approach, emphasizing whole-body health and the integration of physical and mental well-being.
Counselling and Psychotherapy
As a trained Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I work in a client-centered, holistic way.
By integrating skills and knowledge from my psychotherapy training, I support clients in making desired changes for their health and well-being.
In my clinic, a safe, non-judgmental space, you can openly discuss your health concerns, ensuring the journey to a healthier you is both a comfortable and rewarding experience.
Health Insurance
As I am a CORU Registered Dietitian in Ireland, depending on your policy, you may be allowed to claim 30 – 50% back from your health insurer. You can also claim 20% tax back using the MED1 form.
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