Meet Michelle
Director of The Digestion Co.
Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist
Sports Dietitian
Michelle’s vision for The Digestion Co. (TDC) was shaped in part by her own diagnosis of coeliac disease in 2012. At the time, Michelle was given little more than a pamphlet on the “gluten-free diet,” with no additional guidance or support from a specialist. She was left feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and confused as she tried to self-navigate the complexities of a lifelong diagnosis.
After graduating as a dietitian and working in private practice, Michelle quickly realised her experience was far from unique. Over the years, she has worked with hundreds of clients who similarly felt unsupported and under-resourced when it came to managing their digestive health.
These experiences ultimately led Michelle to create The Digestion Co. — a true “one-stop gut shop,” where clients can feel confident they are receiving expert, evidence-based care that is practical, personalised, and focused on improving gut health and managing digestive conditions with clarity and compassion.
When Michelle isn’t in clinic, you might find her at a local fun run or with her labradoodle, Donny.
Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) at Curtin University
Master of Dietetics at Curtin University
Certificate IV and Certificate IV in Fitness at the Australian Institute of Fitness
The Low FODMAP Diet for IBS via Monash University
Nutrition and IBD for Dietitians via Gut Smart Australia
Sports Dietitian Course
Credentials and Training
Dietitians Australia
Sports Dietitians Australia
Memberships
Our Specialty
We provide specialist dietitian care for:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome and the Low FODMAP diet
Food intolerances
Coeliac Disease
Reflux
Diverticular Disease and Diverticulitis
Stoma Management
Ulcerative Colitis
Crohn's Disease
We provide sports dietitian support for:
Athletes with digestive concerns
Athletes with RED-S
Professional interest in endurance athletes such as runners and triathletes
Our Approach
Empowering you with the knowledge
The Digestion Co. aims to create a welcoming, warm, and approachable environment to make you feel comfortable sharing your health journey.
Non-judgemental and friendly approach to gut health
You will be equipped with education and resources that will take away the guesswork and support you to gain control of your digestive health.
Crash diet free zone
We emphasise a balanced, sustainable approach to nutrition that prioritises gut health and overall wellbeing over quick fixes. We want to leave restrictive eating and crash dieting at the door.
Our treatment approaches include:
Medical Nutrition Therapy including the low FODMAP diet
Client-Centred Care
Trauma Informed Care
Motivational Interviewing
Non-Diet Approach
Intuitive Eating Principles