No referral is required. You can book your initial consultation directly through our website or by calling us on 0450 094 408. Your first appointment is a mandatory 45–60 minute pre-program consultation with Samantha, after which pathology testing and a medical review with our supervising physician are coordinated before you commence. That said, if you have a complex medical history or are on multiple medications, it can be helpful to let your GP know you are starting a medically supervised weight management program. Samantha will advise you on this at your consultation based on your individual circumstances.

We have worked with clients who have a wide range of health backgrounds — including those with Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, thyroid conditions, and hormonal concerns. However, suitability is assessed individually for every client before commencing. All clients complete pathology testing and a medical review with our supervising physician as part of the pre-program process. If the program is not appropriate for your health situation, we will tell you honestly — and help point you in the right direction. Note: There are certain conditions that may preclude participation in the program. These are discussed privately at your consultation. Please disclose all current medications and health conditions at your initial appointment.

The active phase of the program runs for either 3 or 6 weeks depending on your individual goals and health assessment. This is followed by a structured 3-week metabolic stabilisation phase, which is a critical part of the program — not optional. Stabilisation is where the body adjusts to its new weight set point and where lasting results are established. After stabilisation, Samantha works with you on a long-term maintenance approach — practical knowledge and habits that you take with you beyond the program itself.

The program involves a structured, low-calorie nutritional protocol built around whole foods — lean proteins, vegetables, and selected fruits — combined with practitioner-grade supplements, weekly coaching sessions with Samantha, and medical supervision throughout. All clinical components of the program — including any medically administered elements — are discussed in full at your pre-program consultation and are managed under medical supervision. We discuss these details privately rather than on our public website, in line with Australian health advertising regulations. Note: If you have specific questions about the clinical components of the program before booking, you are welcome to contact us directly.

Weight loss varies significantly between individuals and is influenced by starting weight, body composition, age, hormonal factors, metabolic rate, adherence to the program, and other personal health variables. We are not able to predict or guarantee a specific outcome for any individual. What we can tell you is that clients who complete the full program — including the stabilisation phase — and who follow Samantha's guidance consistently, typically achieve meaningful changes in body composition. The results of the program are discussed at your consultation based on your individual starting point and goals. Note: You may have seen specific weight loss numbers quoted elsewhere online in relation to this type of program. Under Australian health advertising guidelines, we are not able to quote specific average weight loss figures. We discuss realistic, individualised expectations privately at your consultation.

The metabolic stabilisation phase is specifically designed to help the body establish a new weight set point — which is a key factor in long-term maintenance. Beyond that, the nutritional knowledge and habits built during the program are designed to give you a practical foundation for managing your weight independently. Long-term results depend on lifestyle choices after the program ends. Our goal is not to keep you coming back to the clinic indefinitely — it is to equip you with the understanding and tools to maintain your results independently. Samantha's maintenance guidance is part of every program.

The program structure is the same for all clients — but how it is applied is tailored to your individual physiology, health history, and goals. Men and women respond differently to nutritional change, and Samantha takes this into account when designing your personal plan. Approximately one third of our weight management clients are men.

Very low calorie dietary protocols are used in clinical settings under specific, supervised conditions — and ours is no different. The calorie restriction in the active phase of our program is time-limited (3 or 6 weeks) and is conducted under medical supervision with regular monitoring throughout. All clients complete pathology screening before commencing, have weekly check-in consultations with Samantha during the active phase, and transition to a healthy calorie intake appropriate to their new body composition during stabilisation. This is not a protocol intended for indefinite use — it is a structured, time-defined phase of a broader program. If you have concerns about whether this approach is appropriate for your specific health situation, this is exactly what the pre-program medical review is designed to assess.

Some mild hunger is common in the first few days of the active phase as your body adjusts. Most clients find this settles considerably by the end of the first week. The program includes a specific loading phase before the low-calorie protocol begins, which is designed to support comfort during the early adjustment period. If hunger is a significant concern for you, please raise this with Samantha at your consultation — there are aspects of the protocol that can be adjusted to support individual comfort where appropriate.

Clients who have previously used GLP-1 medications are assessed individually. There are considerations around washout periods and physiological adjustments that Samantha and our supervising physician will discuss with you at your consultation. Please disclose all previous and current medications at your initial appointment.