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Hello!

I'm Adelle Kent 

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An Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) & Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC) specialising in eating disorder recovery and neurodivergent eating experiences 

About Me

I’m Adelle, a late-diagnosed neurodivergent human, Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) & Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC). I specialise in eating disorder recovery, neurodivergent eating, and trauma-informed nutrition care.

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I don’t believe in generic meal plans or one-size-fits-all approaches. Instead, I work collaboratively, meeting you where you’re at and helping you navigate food and body image in a way that feels right for you. Recovery isn’t linear, and it’s not about perfection—it’s about finding what works for you.​

Eating disorders and disordered eating are deeply personal to me. From a young age, I’ve faced my own battles with food and body image. While I wouldn’t wish that experience on anyone, it has given me a unique perspective, deeper empathy, and a desire to help others in a world that often labels food as ‘good’ or ‘bad.’​

 

As a neurodivergent person, I also understand the chaos of executive differences, sensory sensitivities, and interoception struggles. I love working with others who feel ‘a bit different’ and helping them unravel the complex connections between food, trauma, and identity — because food isn’t just about nutrients; it’s about lived experiences.

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How I Work

At the same time, I know that connecting with your body isn’t always straightforward — especially for neurodivergent people and those who have experienced trauma. Interoception differences can make it hard to recognise hunger, fullness, and emotional cues, making intuitive eating feel out of reach.

 

Rather than expecting body awareness to just "click," I focus on helping you build a relationship with food and your body in a way that actually makes sense for you. This might mean working with sensory-friendly foods, identifying body cues beyond hunger and fullness, or using grounding techniques to support nervous system regulation. I recognise that for some, focusing on "how food feels" can be distressing or meaningless, so our work is always flexible, person-centred, and tailored to your unique experiences.

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I believe that learning should be engaging, relatable, and embodied. A little disclaimer — I like to use kids movies as analogies to break down complex concepts. If you’ve ever seen Inside Out, you’ll know the Angry Red Guy — he’s loud, controlling, and tends to take over. He’s a great comparison for the eating disorder voice — intrusive, demanding, and overwhelming.

 

Finding ways to externalise and challenge these thoughts is a big part of the work we do together. I also incorporate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work, helping you understand that these thoughts aren’t "you" at your core self — they’re parts of you that are trying to meet a need, even if they’re showing up in ways that aren’t helpful. Instead of battling these parts, we work toward understanding them with curiosity and self-compassion, so they don’t have to take over.

Accredited Practising Dietitian & Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician

SPECIALITY SUPPORT AREAS

  • Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating

    • All presentations, including ARFID and sensory-based eating challenges

  • Neurodivergence

    • ​Autism, ADHD, interoception awareness, and executive functioning challenges with food

  • Mental Health

    • Anxiety, depression, body image distress, and trauma-informed care

  • Non-Diet Approach & Health at Every Size® (HAES®)

    • Weight-inclusive, sustainable nutrition support

  • Gastrointestinal & Gut Health

    • IBS (FODMAP), IBD, gastroparesis, SIBO, and gut-brain connection

  • Women’s Health

    • PCOS, insulin resistance, endometriosis, and menstrual health

  • Pre-Pregnancy & Pregnancy Nutrition

    • Supporting fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum nourishment

  • Diabetes

    • Type 1, Type 2, insulin resistance, and metabolic health

    Cardiometabolic Health

    • Cholesterol, blood pressure, fatty liver, and related metabolic conditions

    Sports Nutrition

    • Supporting performance, endurance, energy availability, and recovery

  • Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

    • Nutrition strategies for symptom management

  • Hypermobility & Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

    • Supporting joint health, fatigue, and digestion

  • Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)

    • Food sensitivities and symptom-friendly nutrition

  • Chronic Illness & Fatigue Conditions

    • Navigating nutrition with complex health needs

APPROACH & TRAINING

  • Trauma-Informed & Person-Centred Care

  • Eating Disorders & Body Image Healing

  • Neurodivergent-Affirming & Sensory-Sensitive Support

  • Non-Diet, Weight-Inclusive & HAES-Aligned Nutrition

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) & Parts Work

  • Interoception, Somatic Awareness & Nervous System Regulation

  • Motivational Interviewing & Behaviour Change Strategies

  • CBT-E, DBT & ACT-Informed Approaches

  • Gastrointestinal Health & Gut-Brain Connection

  • Medical Nutrition Therapy for Chronic Conditions (POTS & EDS)

  • Sports Nutrition for Performance & Recovery

  • Lived Experience of Neurodivergence & Eating Disorders

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Torres Strait Islander
Neurodivergent autistic ADHD
First Nations, Aboriginal
Transgender

I would like to respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People as the Traditional Owners of the land, the Aboriginal and First Nations peoples of Australia, and pay my respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging. I also acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land where I currently work, in Naarm (Melbourne), and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. I am grateful for the opportunity to live and work on this land and strive for cultural understanding and reconciliation.

© 2025 by Adelle Kent

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