Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Dietitian for Neurodiverse Children in Canberra
With 27 years of dedicated experience, I specialise in providing individualised nutritional therapy for neurodiverse children and families. My practice is built on a deep understanding of the intricate relationship between diet, brain function, and developmental needs. I collaborate closely with healthcare teams to ensure balanced, evidence-based dietary modifications that address nutrient deficiencies, sensory-related eating challenges, and gut health issues.My approach prioritises practical, sustainable solutions tailored to each child's unique requirements, supported by ongoing professional development and clinical insights. As an Accredited Practising Dietitian and member of Dietitians Australia, I maintain rigorous professional standards while offering flexible services including home visits and telehealth consultations across Australia.
Services
Autism Nutrition
ADHD Dietary Advice
Home Visits
Telehealth Consultations
Nutritional Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 27 years of specialist experience with neurodiverse children
- Individualised dietary interventions based on clinical evidence
- Collaboration with medical professionals for balanced care
- Telehealth services available Australia-wide
- Fluency in Spanish for bilingual support
Associations and certifications
- Dietitians Australia
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Services
Autism Nutrition
Specialised nutritional therapy addressing feeding challenges and nutrient deficiencies in autistic children. Focuses on sensory-related eating issues, gut health, and dietary modifications to improve concentration, sleep, and behaviour. Evidence-based approach tailored to individual sensory profiles and medical needs.
ADHD Dietary Advice
Targeted dietary strategies to address nutrient deficiencies linked to attention and hyperactivity issues. Includes assessment of artificial additive sensitivities and omega-3 status. Develops balanced meal plans to support brain function and reduce behavioural symptoms in children with ADHD.
Home Visits
Personalised dietary assessments conducted in clients' homes to evaluate pantry contents and eating environments. Offers practical guidance for implementing dietary changes within family routines. Particularly beneficial for minimising stress in neurodiverse children during consultations.
Telehealth Consultations
Remote nutritional counselling accessible Australia-wide via secure video platforms. Provides continuity of care for regional clients and flexible scheduling options. Includes follow-up documentation and implementation resources for home-based dietary interventions.
Nutritional Workshops
Interactive educational sessions for parents and professionals on nutrition's role in neurodevelopment. Covers practical strategies for addressing selective eating and managing food chemical sensitivities. Shares evidence-based approaches to optimising learning and behaviour through diet.
People
Paula Tazzyman
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Masters-qualified dietitian with 27 years' experience specialising in neurodiverse children's nutrition. Former Royal Far West team member and Autism Oz magazine contributor. Provides evidence-based dietary interventions to improve developmental outcomes through individualised care.
Questions
How can diet affect autism symptoms?
Nutritional imbalances can exacerbate sensory issues and behavioural challenges. Targeted dietary adjustments address nutrient deficiencies and gut health to improve focus, sleep, and digestion.
What ADHD dietary strategies work best?
Eliminating artificial additives, ensuring adequate omega-3 intake, and correcting mineral deficiencies have shown improvements in concentration and behaviour for many children we support.
Do you offer services outside Canberra?
Yes, we provide telehealth consultations Australia-wide with flexible scheduling options for regional clients and busy families.
How do home visits benefit neurodiverse children?
In-home assessments allow practical pantry reviews and environment modifications to reduce mealtime stress while implementing dietary changes within familiar surroundings.
Can you help with extreme selective eating?
Our specialist approach addresses sensory-related feeding issues through gradual exposure techniques and nutrient-dense alternative food strategies tailored to individual tolerances.
Are workshops available for professionals?
Yes, we deliver evidence-based training sessions for educators and therapists on nutrition's impact on neurodevelopment and practical dietary intervention strategies.
