Support for your child's eating, growth and relationship with food
Whatever's been going on, and for however long, there's a way forward that doesn't involve more pressure, reward charts or restrictive protocols.
How I work
I work with children, teens and families navigating picky eating, food texture issues, sensory food issues, ADHD picky eating, ARFID, sneaking food, disordered eating, growth and weight concerns, and the nutrition needs of young athletes.
My approach is practical, compassionate and grounded in what works for real families, built around how your child's brain and body actually work. I'm weight inclusive and neurodivergence affirming, focused on your child's relationship with food and their wellbeing, not just numbers on a chart or scale.
I don't aim to change who your child is. I work with who they already are.
Is this the right support for your family?
Picky eaters, sensory food issues and ARFID
Your child eats a small number of foods, struggles with certain textures or reacts strongly to new ones. This might be picky eating, sensory food issues linked to neurodivergence or something without a name yet. The goal is to understand why eating feels hard and build from there.
Disordered eating and eating disorders
Your tween or teenager's relationship with food has changed. Maybe they're skipping meals, sneaking food or finding it hard to stop, or talking about food and bodies in ways that worry you. This is a safe place to start, whatever stage things are at.
Young athletes
Your child trains hard, but their body isn't keeping up. A coach may have raised concerns, or you've noticed they're tired or not eating enough to fuel their activity, but they keep saying they aren't hungry. Support here is practical and built around their sport.
Most families I work with fall into one of three groups.
Who this isn't for
My approach is specific, and it might not be the right fit for every family. I don't offer SOS feeding therapy, highly restrictive “detox” or food elimination protocols or weight loss programmes for children or teens. If that's what you're looking for, I can point you toward other professionals who specialise in those areas.
Where to start
Finding the right support for your child can feel overwhelming, especially when there is so much information out there, and feeding, growth, or eating concerns have been ongoing for a while. My goal is to make the first step feel simple, safe and supportive.
There are two ways to begin working together and how each type of consultation fits into your child’s care.
Free Discovery Call
(20 minutes)
If you're not sure whether this is the right fit, or the right time, this is the place to start.
We'll talk about what's been going on for your family, whether it's picky eating, sensory food issues or something else entirely. I'll explain how I work and what support could look like. There's no pressure and only a short intake form to prepare.
By the end of the call, you'll have a clearer sense of whether this feels right for your family.
Initial Nutrition and Feeding Assessment (75 minutes)
We'll talk through your child's eating, growth, sensory profile, medical history and daily life in detail, because understanding everything that's going on is what makes the support that follows actually useful.
Whether your child is a picky eater, struggles with food textures, overeating or something else is going on, this session is where we work out what's really happening and what to try next. You'll leave with a clear sense of direction and a plan for what comes next.
This session is required before any follow up support and is available online or as a home visit in Singapore.
What happens after
your assessment?
Some families need one session, and that's enough. Others would like ongoing support as things shift and change. Both are completely normal, and there's no expectation either way.
If ongoing support feels right, we'll talk through what that looks like based on what's actually going on for your child, whether that's a few closer together sessions or longer, more spaced out support.
Follow up sessions are where we review what's worked, adjust what hasn't, and keep building as your child grows and changes. Nothing is decided upfront, and you're never locked into more than feels right.
“We thought she needed more protein. She actually needed more fuel.”
"We were worried our daughter's diet lacked protein. Turns out she needed more carbohydrates and total energy for her training load. With Karlien's guidance, we now know exactly how to fuel her before, during, and after every session."
— Stephanie (parent), Singapore
Questions parents ask before they book.
Should my child attend the session?
Sessions are tailored to your situation. For younger children, I usually start with parents, since the first session involves a lot of adult conversation. For teenagers, we'll decide together how much they're involved, with their comfort and agency in mind.
How many sessions will we need?
This depends on your child. Some families only have capacity for one session. For more complex situations, longer term support is often the right call, and we'll talk about that openly from the start.
My child has big reactions to certain food textures. Is this something you see often?
Yes. Sensory food issues, including strong reactions to texture, smell or appearance, are a regular part of my work, especially with neurodivergent children. These reactions are real, not just "picky eating."
My child has ADHD and won't try new foods. Can you help?
Yes. The reasons behind what ADHD picky eaters will and won't eat are usually real, sensory needs, routine, predictability. Support starts with understanding those reasons, then building from what already works for your child.
A few practical things
Online sessions are conducted via secure video call.
In person sessions are usually held at your home for families based in Singapore, with additional travel fees. On Saturdays, I have limited availability at a counselling space in River Valley. Get in touch to find out more.
Payment is due immediately after each session. I ask for at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling.
Follow up support is designed to be used within 6 months, but I'll work with you if you need more flexibility.
For families in South Africa
If you're based in South Africa, please get in touch to find out about Medical Aid rates and billing arrangements, as these work a little differently.
Community Rate Consultations
If the usual consultation fee is out of reach right now, the Community Rate is for you.
The Community Rate is S$80 for a 60-minute consultation.
I see one Community Rate family at a time. If that place is taken, I will add you to a waitlist and let you know when it opens.
To enquire, please fill in the form below. No explanation needed.