MEET THE FOUNDER

NICOLA TULISSIO, BNutrDiet(Hons 1)(Dean’s Scholar), APD, CEDC-D

“Advanced Clinical Dietetics was founded with a clear and unwavering purpose: to deliver thoughtful, evidence-based nutrition and dietetic care that is both clinically rigorous and person-centred.

At the heart of Advanced Clinical Dietetics is a commitment to precision, integrity, and compassion. We believe nutrition care should be individualised, grounded in science, and delivered with genuine respect for each person’s lived experience. There is no place here for trends, quick fixes, or one-size-fits-all approaches — only careful assessment, clinical expertise, and collaborative care.

Our work is centred on complex and nuanced presentations, including eating disorders, disordered eating, and disease management, where nutrition plays a critical role in both physical and psychological well-being. We value continuity of care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the quiet but powerful impact of consistent, high-quality clinical support.

Advanced Clinical Dietetics exists to support patients not just to eat, but to heal — restoring trust in food, in their bodies, and in the care process itself. Every recommendation is made with intention, empathy, and respect for the individual behind the diagnosis.

It is both a privilege and a responsibility to walk alongside patients in their care, and this principle guides every aspect of our practice.”

ABOUT US

Advanced Clinical Dietetics is a trauma-informed, weight-inclusive dietetic practice providing specialist, evidence-based nutrition care across a range of complex physical and mental health presentations. Our approach is grounded in clinical training, professional accreditation, and a deep respect for each individual’s history, values, and lived experience. Care is delivered by an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician, with particular expertise in eating disorders, disordered eating, gastrointestinal conditions, and chronic disease. We work closely with mental health considerations at the forefront, recognising the strong and inseparable relationship between nutrition, psychology, and overall well-being. All support is collaborative, non-judgemental, and tailored — prioritising safety, trust, and long-term health over weight-centric or prescriptive models of care.

Our Approach

At Advanced Clinical Dietetics, our approach is grounded in clinical excellence, compassion, and respect for the individual. We provide trauma-informed, weight-inclusive nutrition care that acknowledges the complex interaction between physical health, mental health, and lived experience.

Each patient is met with care that is collaborative, non-judgemental, and tailored to their unique needs. We prioritise safety, trust, and consistency, recognising that meaningful and sustainable change occurs within a supportive therapeutic relationship. Nutrition interventions are informed by current evidence, clinical guidelines, and thorough assessment — never trends or rigid protocols.

Where appropriate, we collaborate closely with GPs, psychologists, psychiatrists, and other allied health professionals to ensure coordinated, person-centred care.

Our focus is not on weight or perfection, but on improving health, restoring function, and supporting long-term wellbeing in a way that feels respectful, realistic, and sustainable.

WHO WE CAN HELP

We have clinical expertise in the assessment and management of eating disorders and complex food- and body-related concerns.

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Anorexia Nervosa
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Bulimia Nervosa
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Binge Eating Disorder
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Rumination Disorder
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Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED)

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Non-Diet Approach
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Orthorexia
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Weight neutral approach
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Intuitive Eating
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Body image concerns
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Body dysmorphia
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We have clinical experience in the assessment and management of a broad range of conditions, including the following:

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Malnutrition and weight loss
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Body composition and weight management
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Micronutrient deficiencies
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Gastrointestinal issues (diarrhoea, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome)

Low FODMAP elimination and reintroduction

Altered nutritional digestion and absorption

Diabetes | pre-diabetes | insulin resistance

Cardiovascular disease, blood pressure and cholesterol management

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Food intolerances
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Arthritis (rheumatoid and osteoarthritis)

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Inflammatory conditions
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Multiple sclerosis and neurological conditions

Nutritional counselling and behaviour change

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Fatigue
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Loss of appetite
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Wound healing
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Oral changes such as dry mouth and taste changes

Swallowing difficulty and texture-modified diets

We offer evidence-based medical nutrition therapy for individuals diagnosed with the following cancer types:

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Bone and soft tissue (sarcoma)
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Breast
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Brain and neurological
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Head and neck (thyroid, tongue, throat)
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Lung
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Gynaecological
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Genitourinary (kidney, bladder, prostate, testicles and penis)

Upper gastrointestinal (oesophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, kidney, gall bladder, GIST)

Lower gastrointestinal (small intestine, large intestine, rectum)

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Skin and melanoma
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Haematological and blood
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Cancers of unknown primary
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Enteral tube feeding
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Frequently Asked Questions

Accredited Practising Dietitians are university-trained health professionals who provide evidence-based nutrition care for medical conditions, mental health, and overall wellbeing. Dietitians are qualified to assess, diagnose and treat nutrition-related issues using medical nutrition therapy.
We work with infants, children, adolescents and adults across a range of concerns, with a particular focus on eating disorders, disordered eating, gut health, and complex medical nutrition. All care is trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, and tailored to the individual.
Yes! Nicola is a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC) with specialised training in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating. We work collaboratively with GPs, psychologists, psychiatrists and other allied health professionals where appropriate.
Yes. A trauma-informed approach recognises the impact of trauma on the body, mind and relationship with food. Sessions are collaborative, paced, and grounded in safety, choice and autonomy.
Absolutely. Many clients attend feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or anxious around food or body image. You do not need to have a diagnosis to seek support — you are welcome exactly as you are.
Yes. Telehealth consultations are available Australia-wide and are conducted via phone or video call.
No referral is required to book an appointment. However, a GP referral is needed if you wish to access Medicare rebates under a Chronic Disease Management Plan or Eating Disorder Plan.
Yes. Your GP can assess your eligibility for an Eating Disorder Plan (EDP) or Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDMP). These Medicare plans allow for a rebate (e.g., reduced out-of-pocket costs) for visits to an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).
With an EDP, clients are eligible to access 20 subsidised dietetic sessions for 12 months from the start date of the plan, and a CDMP allows a client to access up to 5 subsidised dietetic sessions in a calendar year.
As of July 2025, the Medicare Rebate is $61.80.
Yes. Most private health funds offer rebates for dietetic services. Rebates vary between funds, so it is best to check directly with your insurer.
Fees vary depending on appointment type. Medicare and private health rebates may apply where eligible. Please feel free to contact the practice for further information.
Advanced Clinical Dietetics - Cancellation Policy: Missed appointments and late cancellations disadvantage the clinician and other patients. If less than 48 hours’ notice is given for a missed appointment, patients may be charged up to the full cost of the consultation. Failure to attend will incur the full consultation cost. We reserve the right to charge a cancellation fee, equivalent to the fee of the original scheduled consultation, for repeat offences. NDIS clients who cancel within 7 days, or a minimum of 2 business days, may be charged 100% of the consultation cost as per NDIS guidelines.
As a courtesy, appointment reminders are sent (via email), however, it is encouraged that all patients keep a record of their scheduled appointments as cancellation fees still apply even if you do not receive a reminder.

We are registered with the following professional associations

Dietitians Association of Australia

Australia and New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders (ANZAED)

Medicare

Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)

Golden Key International Honour Society

Reach out to us

Appointments can be made at any of our locations either online, via email, or phone.