Ever feel like you wish you had the skills to think of what to say to your clients on the spot, how to structure your sessions and how to navigate uncomfortable client conversations to help your clients move towards change to achieve better outcomes and have them rebooking to see you?
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If you answered yes, you’re not alone.
You have the instinct that things don’t feel right but you’re not sure how to optimise the client experience to leave your clients feeling satisfied and leave you feeling more valued, less drained, to have less of that pit in the stomach feeling when consulting clients and less worried that they won’t come back to see you.
ELEVATE could be the perfect program for you to start overcoming this and start offering your clients an experience with you that gets them engaged, makes them feel confident they can meet their goals and keeps them wanting to come back to see you.
It is a 5 week counselling skills program to help you learn and implement the top, evidence-based counselling strategies to your client sessions so you can create a consulting process that is structured and geared for client success and a more fulfilled practice.
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This program is for you if:
- You want a clear, specific strategy to conduct your consults in a way that sets clients up for success, better retention and doesn't leave you questioning your value
- You're starting to dread 1:1 counselling/coaching and feeling burnt out, instead you wish to feel more fulfilled, effective and profitable as a dietitian
- You've tried helping clients get "unstuck" but struggle with this and don't know what else to do but break down goals into smaller steps
- You're worried you can't help people get results from working with you and this is affecting your confidence, job satisfaction and/or revenue
- You have clients that start off motivated and ready to change and then don't engage in the process
- You want assistance to troubleshoot complex client scenarios to have an effective plan to help your clients move forward, get results from working with you and obtain positive testimonials
- You want guidance and scripts on how to keep your clients working with you until they meet their goals
- You want to sharpen your counselling skills to feel more competent, confident and at ease with clients in all stages of change
- You want to have clients coming back to see you and increase your revenue
What you'll walk away with...
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Improved Confidence
Continue to build skills to confidently support your clients through the difficulties of changing their eating behaviours

Better Client Outcomes
Help your clients find their motivation and discipline to improve their eating behaviours to meet their goals

Increased Retention & Referrals
Have your clients rebooking sessions and telling others about you to help grow your practice

Evidence-Based
Coaching based on a peer reviewed and published counselling skills framework designed for dietetic practice

Educational & Practical
Learn to apply the techniques you have been taught in the foundational program to your dietetic practice

Supportive Community
Like-minded peers and a supportive coach to continue to help improve your counselling skills for effective client consults
What's included in Elevate?
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Weekly live training and Q&A calls:
- To deepen your knowledge and application of essential counselling skills for better client outcomes and retention
- You will learn my evidence-based counselling framework to learn how to structure both your initial and follow up sessions
- Attend live or watch the replays (lifetime access)
- Each live session will be 60-90 minutes and presentation slides will be providedÂ
Access to private chat group for support and assistance (Monday to Thursday)
- To get advice and support on questions in between the live calls to help you troubleshoot and address your burning counselling questions/dilemmas you're experiencing
- You can ask questions daily anytime and have them answered within 24-48 hours
- There is an option for both text and voice messages (particularly useful when you have questions that are easier to explain verbally and require some back and forth coaching with me)
- Groups are kept small to ensure you have my eyes, ears and brain on your business/practice during this time
CEUs or CPD hours
- You will receive a certificate of completion to claim 10 CEUs (US Dietitians) or 10 CPD hours (non-US Dietitians) with your regulatory body
Join now to elevate your counselling skills and the client experience you provide
What are dietitians saying about the Elevate program?
I started in Elevate to improve my counseling skills to help connect with my patients better and improve outcomes. My counselling process at the time was based in motivational interviewing but was often stuck on what to say. Now it is much more structured based on Stephanie’s framework. I have deep understanding of the counseling process. Stephanie is the reason this program is special due to her support and how the information is broken down into manageable steps. This program is worth it and I recommend it!
Katie S, RD
When I started Elevate, I didn’t have a set counselling process. Since finishing Elevate, I have a framework to use, I am more confident and always know what to say to keep clients engaged. Learning these skills from a practising dietitian is what makes this program special. It’s a wonderful program. It isn’t like any other training I have done, and learned and have implemented so much! If you’re thinking about joining, having this foundational knowledge will have a positive impact on your interactions and progress with clients. I recommend it!
Jessica Paredes, RD
Before Elevate I didn’t understand my patient's motivations well enough or help them understand they need to find intrinsic motivation. I also didn't establish proper expectations. Now, I can ask better questions, I help my patients understand themselves better, and help them establish better expectations. Since we don't get educated well enough in how to counsel patients in school this is a critical area to expand your knowledge. I love that this course is directed specifically to dietitians to improve how we counsel patients around diet and it gives you actionable skills you can use immediately. I recommend Elevate!
Paula S, RD
Before joining Elevate, I did not have structure in my consults. I did not have a plan on how to respond to patient struggles. I provided most of the education during the initial visit. I now have structure to my visits and a plan on how to provide education and support without overwhelming patients. I now know to share my knowledge over the course of several visits and to focus on motivational interviewing and troubleshooting with the patient during follow up visits. Stephanie has a great coaching style, is a great listener and offers great suggestions for handling different client situations. Elevate will make you a more confident dietitian and I recommend it.
Keisi X, APD

My business goals in 2024 were to help my clients get the results they hire me for. I was getting frustrated that clients seemed to want to put the work in and come back for sessions and then not get the results they want. Prior to Elevate my counselling process was very cheerleader-ish, I would always start with wins and let the client decide their goals. Now, I have more structure, my counselling skills have improved and I am more confident. The Elevate Program is so special and was absolutely amazing. I learnt so much and am definitely a better dietitian because of it. You won’t regret joining this program.Â
Carianne P, RD
Since Elevate, my counselling skills have improved and I am more confident in coaching my clients as I know how to discuss goals and explore barriers more intensely. I loved the group and individual support provided in this program. If you’re struggling with structuring your counselling sessions, join this program. Stephanie is amazing, so kind and supportive. I recommend this program!
Ariella W, RD
My counselling process prior to Elevate was much more chaotic and less organised. Now, it is much more structured, helps me meet the client where they are at, actually evoke behaviour change and I have actual responses to use with clients. Stephanie makes this program special - she is so attentive and brilliant. If you’re thinking of joining, do it. There is no one like Stephanie!
Rachel H, RD
Since Elevate, my counselling process is more structured, defined and clear. I have gained more confidence in the counseling I deliver in terms of having a more structured way of counseling. Previously, I felt all over the place and was unsure if I was saying the right thing or asking the right questions. Following this program, I now know exactly how to structure my initial and follow ups. My stress level for the initial consult is virtually gone now as there is not that expectation of delivering heavy nutrition education rather taking my time to truly get to know the client and deliver the best care. Stephanie makes this program so special! She is SO supportive and offers wonderful guidance without judgement. She is empathetic and very knowledgeable. She has great experience and delivers a wonderful framework that is helpful beyond words! I have a clear framework that works, more confidence in my appointments and more self-worth as a dietitian!Â
Carmen Haddad, RD
Prior to Elevate, I had no clear structure and I had seen myself getting stuck so many times in sessions, not knowing where to go or what questions to use to have clients open up more. I didn't have a clear understanding of the scope of practice for counseling as a dietitian and was afraid of confrontational situations. My consultations now have structure, and I am learning to manage my time better. I feel that I have a deeper understanding of why people do what they do and I feel more confident of how to approach tougher situations where someone goes away from my recommendations or doesn't feel like they're progressing or comes in with animosity. I really feel like this training has pushed me to organize myself and my processes, which in turn helps the patients I'm working with to feel less stressed and confused about what a session with the dietitian will be like. I feel like there is also more connection with my patients. My client retention has improved and so have my reviews. I was blown away by how much Stephanie remembered about me and how her answers and coaching were tailored to my specific needs. If you have any concern at all with your counseling abilities, you will not be disappointed by joining this program!
Devon H, RD
Before Elevate, I was trying to solve all of my clients problems with education/information and not really listening to their expectations and struggles. Since completing Elevate, I am better at aligning client expectations with realistic results, more listening to the client and less information overload on my part. The biggest result I have gotten from the program has been being able to personalize my counseling to each client and also provide more a personalized nutrition plan based on improved my counseling skills. I definitely recommend Elevate to other dietitians.Â
Chloe B, RD
Prior to Elevate my counselling process was less structured and a little more “winging it”. Following Elevate, it’s more structured and I’m already feeling more confident with the value I’m providing to my clients. The overall framework taught in the program and the ability to ask questions and get guidance from Stephanie was so valuable. Her coaching style was a great fit for me. She was always open and accepting of every question. This program has so much value for dietitians, both experienced in 1:1 counselling and new to it, to elevate your skills and provide a service you feel confident with.Â
Whitney Sanford, RD
My counselling process before Elevate was based on open ended questions and I allowed the conversation to flow depending on what the client was open to sharing in the session. It lacked some structure. Following Elevate I have more structure and am aware of topics to explore more deeply in the first session and my counselling skills have improved. Information given in the Elevate program would have been very helpful to have received when first starting a role as a nutrition counselor. While information on motivational interviewing is helpful, it doesn't provide the structure or sequence needed to support a client through the change process. The Elevate training provides you with that guidance.
Emily M, RD
Meet Your Coach Stephanie
I’m Stephanie, an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) from Australia. I have been practising as a dietitian with nutrition clients for over 14 years, have a Masters in Counselling and currently undertaking a PhD in behaviour change for people with CKD. Stephanie won the Australian Allied Health Award for Dietitian of the Year in 2024 for her work in developing counselling skills in dietitians and improving models of care for people living with CKD to receive access to dietitians earlier in their journey.Â
I have been helping dietitians learn and apply evidence-based counselling strategies to their practice to help their clients get more engaged, have a better retention and meet their outcomes since 2015.
I have developed a nutrition counselling framework exclusively for dietitians and nutrition professionals. The framework is award-winning, evaluated, published showing that dietitians have improved confidence in their counselling skills to better help their clients.
I have also used this framework myself to improve my no-show rates from 50% to 5% in just 12 months and teach it to other dietitians, like you, to help your clients get better results, enhance your retention and make more money in your business.Â

Frequently asked questions
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- How long is the program?
It is a 5 week program.
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- What happens if I cannot attend the live question and answer calls?
You will be able to submit questions in advance to be answered on the call. You will have access to the replay within 24 hours. You can also ask questions daily in the chat group (they will be answered Monday-Friday within 24-48 hours).
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- How long do I have access to the program material?
You have access to the material for the lifetime of the program.Â
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- Do you offer refunds?
Refunds are not offered for the Elevate Program. If you have concerns or are feeling dissatisfied, please email me at [email protected]. We will be able to discuss your concerns and together, find a solution to ensure your time in the program is positive. My number one priority is for you to have a valuable and supportive learning experience.
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- If now is not the right time, can I join later?
Yes you can. Send me an email or get in touch on social media when you're ready to join. Please note, program delivery may change and prices may increase.
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- What if I have more questions?
Send an email to [email protected]Â to get all your questions answered.Â
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