Maria Ribeiro (ANutr) PGDip Dietetics
Manchester
Summary
Associate Nutritionist and trainee Dietitian with over three years’ experience delivering personalised, evidence-based care in metabolic health, weight management, and diabetes prevention. Currently working in NHS-aligned digital services, supporting individuals with metabolic, psychological, and lifestyle challenges through remote, person-centred interventions.
Strong grounding in behaviour change, motivational interviewing, and ethical and inclusive practice, alongside hands-on clinical dietetic training across acute NHS settings. Experienced in autonomous remote working while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams including clinicians, psychologists, and health coaches. Committed to supporting people to achieve sustainable, long-term improvements in health and wellbeing.
Strong grounding in behaviour change, motivational interviewing, and ethical and inclusive practice, alongside hands-on clinical dietetic training across acute NHS settings. Experienced in autonomous remote working while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams including clinicians, psychologists, and health coaches. Committed to supporting people to achieve sustainable, long-term improvements in health and wellbeing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Nutritionist / Health Coach (Self-Employed)
Liva Healthcare
Remote , United Kingdom
2025.03 - Current
- Deliver one-to-one, video-based nutrition and lifestyle support within NHS Diabetes Prevention and Weight Management programmes
- Support individuals with obesity, insulin resistance, prediabetes, and multiple comorbidities using evidence-based dietary and behaviour change strategies
- Apply motivational interviewing to promote autonomy, long-term engagement, and sustainable metabolic health improvements
- Work collaboratively within a wider MDT, contributing to safe, ethical, and person-centred care delivery
- Manage a varied remote caseload independently while maintaining high standards of clinical documentation, data protection, and safeguarding
- Monitor outcomes, engagement, and progress in line with service KPIs and quality standards
- Demonstrate emotional resilience when supporting individuals experiencing health anxiety, low motivation, or complex psychosocial challenges
Weight Management Nutritionist / Coach
Manual / Voy
London , United Kingdom
2023.04 - 2025.01
- Managed a high-volume caseload (300+ clients) within a clinician-led digital health service, primarily supporting individuals using GLP-1 therapies
- Delivered personalised nutrition and lifestyle interventions aligned with metabolic health goals, medical history, and individual preferences
- Supported behaviour change through structured goal-setting, regular review, and remote video and asynchronous consultations
- Worked within established clinical governance frameworks, escalating clinical risk and adverse events appropriately
- Collaborated with medical, psychological, operational, and technical teams to ensure safe and consistent care delivery
- Responded to client queries related to medication use, side effects, and service processes with a clear scope of practice
Nutrition&Genetics Consultancy Hub Project Lead
St. Mary's University
London, United Kingdom
2023.03 - 2023.08
- Developed consultancy hub at university under contract, integrating market research, stakeholder engagement, needs assessment, marketing strategies, and budgeting.
Nutrigenetics Nutrition / Project Assistant
Nutrigenomix
Canada (Remote)
2022.10 - 2023.03
- Conducted research into genetic influences on metabolic health, nutrition, and exercise response
- Supported the development of personalised nutrition reports integrating physical and mental health considerations
- Contributed to evidence-based resources aimed at improving long-term behaviour change and client dietitians understanding
Nutritionist – Fertility and Weight Management
Sensible Nutrition Solutions Intern
Remote, United Kingdom
2021.09 - 2022.03
- Developed personalised nutrition plans grounded in current evidence and client-centred practice alongside dietitian
- Contributed to written and visual health education content, including blogs and social media resources
- Worked independently while engaging in regular clinical supervision and mentorship
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Nutriton and Dietetics
University of Chester
Chester, England 2024.09 -
Master of Science - Nutrition and Genetics
St. Mary's University
London 2021.09 - 2022.10
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences
Coventry University
Coventry 2018.09 - 2021.06
Skills
- Metabolic health and weight management
- Behaviour change and motivational interviewing
- Remote clinical delivery and digital health services
- Clinical dietetics
- Ethical, person-centred nutrition care
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Clinical documentation and governance
- Research literacy and evidence-based practice
- Data analysis
Timeline
Nutritionist / Health Coach (Self-Employed)
Liva Healthcare
2025.03 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Nutriton and Dietetics
University of Chester
2024.09 -
Weight Management Nutritionist / Coach
Manual / Voy
2023.04 - 2025.01
Nutrition&Genetics Consultancy Hub Project Lead
St. Mary's University
2023.03 - 2023.08
Nutrigenetics Nutrition / Project Assistant
Nutrigenomix
2022.10 - 2023.03
Nutritionist – Fertility and Weight Management
Sensible Nutrition Solutions Intern
2021.09 - 2022.03
Master of Science - Nutrition and Genetics
St. Mary's University
2021.09 - 2022.10
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences
Coventry University
2018.09 - 2021.06