Sara Thackeray
Chichester,West Sussex
Summary
- Nutritional therapist with 5+ years of client experience, specialising in pathophysiology-based consultations and development of individualised nutrition protocols. Conducted dietary assessment, microbiome evaluation, laboratory test interpretation to improve measurable health outcomes. Written communication via email to provide ongoing patient advice and support.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Support worker
Aldingbourne Trust
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
2023.03 - Current
Nutritional Therapist
Nourish Balance Heal
Chichester, West Sussex
2017.03 - 2023.03
- Implemented the functional medicine framework to identify the root causes of health issues using stool testing, blood tests, hormone tests, hair tissue mineral analysis, allergy tests and more.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments for optimal treatment strategies.
- Assessed health evaluations to identify nutritional deficiencies and inform treatment.
- Developed personalised nutritional plans, enhancing patient health and wellbeing.
- Created tailored meal plans to facilitate weight management and promote healthier lifestyles.
- Advised on special diet regimes for conditions such as diabetes, coeliac disease or heart disease.
- Fostered better understanding of food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances amongst patients.
- Provided nutritional education to encourage healthier eating habits.
- Interpreted laboratory results, identifying potential nutritional issues.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans when required.
- Communicated with patients via email to provide ongoing support and advice.
- Referred clients to medical professionals for further evaluation.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Naturopathic Nutrition
The College of Naturopathic Medicine
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 2013.09 - 2016.07
Health and Social Care with Psychology - Health and Social Care with Psychology
University of Brighton
Brighton 2008.09 - 2011.07
Skills
- Pathophysiology knowledge
- Clinical nutrition expertise
- Nutritional protocol development
- Weight loss protocols
- Supplement recommendations
- Wellness and lifestyle coaching
- Dietary assessment analysis
- Microbiome evaluation
- Effective listening skills
- Digestive disorder knowledge
- Stress management strategies
- Allergy identification and management
- Interpretation of blood test results
- Genetic and nutrient knowledge
- Laboratory test analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Organisational and time management skills
- Empathy and understanding
- Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT
- Made GP referrals when appropriate
Timeline
Support worker
Aldingbourne Trust
2023.03 - Current
Nutritional Therapist
Nourish Balance Heal
2017.03 - 2023.03
Higher National Diploma - Naturopathic Nutrition
The College of Naturopathic Medicine
2013.09 - 2016.07
Health and Social Care with Psychology - Health and Social Care with Psychology
University of Brighton
2008.09 - 2011.07