Gut Health & Disordered Eating Nutritionist in Aberdeenshire and Online
About Nutritional Therapist Laura Leslie
Hi, I’m Laura! I'm a Registered Nutritional Therapist, Naturopath and Health Coach (mBANT, CNHC), supporting clients in my clinic in Aberdeenshire and online with gut health issues, IBS, and a difficult relationship with food.
My approach is personal, supportive and science-based. I work with people who are often told their tests are “normal”, yet they still don’t feel well in themselves. Together, we look for the root causes of ongoing gut symptoms, low energy, and food fears, and create realistic, sustainable changes that fit into real life.
My Education & Qualifications
January 2025 -
August 2025
Nutritional Therapy for Eating Disorders: Advanced Practitioner Programme
The Eating Clinic
February 2025
Counselling and Nutrition for the Bariatric Patient
Centre for Bariatric Support
January 2024 -
June 2024
Accredited Reflux Practitioner
Digestion with Confidence
January 2024 -
March 2024
Nutrigenomics Practitioner Programme
Lifecode Gx
March 2022 -
December 2023
Master Practitioner Eating Disorders and Obesity
National Centre for Eating Disorders
March 2021 -
April 2021
Health Coaching skills for Nutritional therapy practitioner
Zest for Life Health Coaching
October 2019 -
March 2021
COSCA Counselling skills certificate
University of Aberdeen
October 2011 -
March 2014
Diploma Nutritional therapy
College of Naturopathic Medicine, London
October 2011 -
March 2014
Diploma Naturopathy
College of Naturopathic Medicine, London
I am a full member of BANT and CNHC
I am consistently completing around 40h of professional development hours in my professional areas of specialisation to keep my knowledge up to date with the latest evidence
Meet Laura Leslie
My personality is naturally go, go, go. After completing an MA in Business Management at the University of Glasgow, I moved to Aberdeen to be with my now husband and started working in recruitment. We were lucky enough to be transferred to Melbourne with our jobs in 2008, and I continued to work in this fast-paced industry.
Alongside the pressures I put on myself, this lifestyle quickly took its toll on my health. It was during this time that I met a wonderful Naturopath in Melbourne who helped me start putting the puzzle pieces together. I became aware that my “work hard, play hard, exercise hard” approach was impacting my health, and my eyes were opened to how important preventative health really is. I learned that I needed to slow down and live more mindfully.
This was the beginning of my journey. In 2011, we moved back to the UK so that I could study Naturopathic Nutrition at the College of Naturopathic Medicine in London. I then worked for five years at Nuffield Health before setting up my own virtual clinic in 2020.
I am passionate about supporting clients who are working towards their health goals. We are all individuals, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to nutrition. My aim is to provide clear direction and supportive guidance in a simple, achievable way — especially for those who feel overwhelmed, confused, or stuck with ongoing gut issues or food struggles.
Who I Work With
I work with adults who are struggling with ongoing gut symptoms such as bloating, IBS, reflux, heartburn, irregular bowel movements, and food reactions. Many of my clients also feel a sense of fear around food, stuck in restrictive eating patterns, or disconnected from their body.
A lot of people come to me after they’ve seen their GP, had tests done, and been told everything looks “normal” — yet they still don’t feel well. If you’re tired of trying diet after diet and want a more supportive, root-cause approach, this is the kind of work I offer.
Ways I Can Support You
Clients often tell me they feel listened to, supported, and less overwhelmed after our sessions. We work together at your pace, with space to ask questions, reflect, and make changes when needed.
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about understanding your body, rebuilding trust with food, and making changes you can actually maintain.
I offer online consultations across Scotland and the UK, as well as in-person appointments in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire (Wednesdays). Online sessions work just as effectively for gut health and food relationship support and can fit around your lifestyle.
Personalised support for bloating, IBS, reflux and ongoing digestive symptoms. We look at the root causes of your gut issues and create a realistic plan to help you feel more comfortable, energised and in control.
Gentle, supportive help to improve your relationship with food and your body. Together we reduce food fear, ease restrictive patterns, and build trust in a way that feels calm and sustainable.
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A free call to talk through what’s going on and whether working together feels right for you. No pressure — just a supportive first step.
True health is interconnected
Though I specialise in gut health and disordered eating, I frequently support clients navigating thyroid, hormone, and skin concerns. During our discovery call, we’ll determine the best path forward for you, even if that means a referral to another trusted expert in my network.
Ready to book your free discovery call?
This is a relaxed, no-obligation conversation where we’ll talk through:
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What you’ve been experiencing
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What you’ve already tried
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What you’d like to change or improve
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What kind of support you are looking for
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Whether working together feels like the right fit
There’s no pressure to commit, it’s simply a chance for us to connect and see how I can best support you.
FAQs about working with nutritional therapist Laura
1 / Do I need a diagnosis like IBS or eating disorders to work with you?
No. Many clients come to me with symptoms but no formal diagnosis. We work based on how you feel and what your body is telling you.
2 / Can you help if I feel anxious around food?
Yes. Supporting a healthier relationship with food is a core part of my work, alongside improving gut symptoms.
3 / Do you work with clients outside Aberdeenshire?
Yes. I work with clients online across Scotland and the UK online.
4 / Is this suitable if I’ve tried lots of diets already?
Yes — many people come to me feeling fed up with trying different approaches that haven’t addressed the root causes.