You've been bloated, gassy, and irregular for literally years....and all you've been told is to "eat more fibre".
You've been bloated, gassy, and irregular for literally years....and all you've been told is to "eat more fibre".
(Not helpful, I know–and I'm here to fix that)
Here's the thing about being told you have IBS: it's usually genuinely, spectacularly unhelpful.
You waited weeks for diagnostic appointments. You described every symptom in detail. And what did you get? An eat more fibre, drink more water, maybe a FODMAP printout and a "good luck."
So you started trying things on your own. Eliminating gluten, dairy, eating more fibre. And maybe it helped a little or made things worse (surprise: not all fibre is the same in an IBS gut). Then came the probiotics. The expensive digestive enzymes. The late-night Googling. The appointments that went nowhere.
It's not working not because you haven't tried hard enough. It's because nobody has actually taken the time to look at your gut: what's driving your symptoms and what's triggering your flares. You've been following generic advice for a very specific problem.
that's exactly what we do here
You left the doctor's office with a FODMAP handout and zero idea how to actually use it.
You tried "eating more fibre" and it made everything worse (classic).
You bought a probiotic that did absolutely nothing — or gave you more gas, which, great.
You've seen a gastroenterologist who confirmed it's nothing serious and then... sent you on your way.
You've Googled your symptoms so many times you practically have a gastroenterology degree — and still don't know what to eat for breakfast.
You've attempted some version of an elimination diet alone and couldn't stick to it because it was just too hard to figure out food triggers by yourself.
"I am feeling really healthy, energetic and strong. I am much less bloated and am incredibly happy with my results."
That's why two people with the same IBS diagnosis can have completely different symptoms, and why the same advice doesn't work for everyone.
Your symptoms may be influenced by gut motility, food fermentation, the gut microbiome, nervous system regulation, pelvic floor function, or a combination of these factors. The key isn't treating everything at once- it's identifying what's driving your symptoms and knowing where to start.
That's exactly what we'll do together.
Most people move through this process over several months, but everyone's timeline is different. Some clients only need a few appointments, while others benefit from ongoing support as we work through each stage together.
My goal isn't to keep you as a client forever. It's to help you understand your body well enough that you feel confident managing your symptoms long-term.
IBS recovery isn't one appointment, and it isn't forever.
INSURANCE INFORMATION (Canada, only): I am a member of CAHN-PRO and my services as a Nutritionist may be covered under your extended health plan or healthcare spending account. Please confirm with your provider if you have Nutritionist coverage.
For those who want support as they put their plan into action.
book now
Three 45-minute Follow-up Consultations
Progress reviews and personalized plan adjustments
Ongoing guidance as you move through your personalized framework
Understand what's driving your IBS and leave with a clear plan.
Recommendations for additional testing (when appropriate)
Written action plan
Personalized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations
Review of previous lab work and testing
90-minute comprehensive assessment
book now
90-minute Comprehensive IBS Assessment
Hi, I'm Jessica
If you've spent years being handed the same useless advice, leaving appointments more confused than when you walked in, and wondering why nothing you try ever actually sticks — I get it. Because I've been exactly where you are.
I have IBS too. And for a long time, I did everything right on paper and still felt terrible. What changed things for me wasn't more information- it was finally understanding how my body worked. My specific triggers. My specific patterns. A plan that was actually built for me.
That's what I do for my clients now.
your nutritionist
Graduate of the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, 2014
Member of the Canadian Association of Holistic Nutrition Professionals
Monash University Low FODMAP Diet Certification, 2019
12
book now
Someone in your corner who's actually going to help you figure this out
A way of eating that's sustainable, not a punishment
Understanding your gut well enough that you can troubleshoot it yourself
Going out to eat without it being a whole thing
Knowing — actually knowing — which foods your body can handle and why
Waking up and not already feeling bloated before you've eaten a single thing
"Choosing Jessica to support me in healing my gut was the best decision I ever made!"
Don't take my word for it
"Jessica is very dedicated, passionate, and knowledgeable...[she] has changed my life."
"1,000% would recommend Jessica...she immediately identified my gut problems."
— Sonya
— radmila
— anne-marie
I ask that you've had a medical workup to rule out other conditions — like IBD or celiac — before we work together. If a doctor has looked at you and landed on "it's IBS," you're in the right place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hard no. Low FODMAP from a handout and low FODMAP with actual guidance are two completely different experiences. Most people who've "failed" at it just didn't have the right support to implement it properly. We'll do it right — or we'll decide together whether it's even the best approach for you.
I will send you a link to order a SIBO breath test at the assessment.
Most generalized NDs don't have time to investigate beyond basic bloodwork, and standard dietary advice rarely accounts for the microbiome piece. This program combines functional testing, personalized nutrition, and nervous system work; treating your gut as the whole system it is, not a list of isolated symptoms.
I may recommend a SIBO breath test and a comprehensive stool analysis.
This comes up, and I take it seriously. The entire goal of this program is more food freedom — not more restriction. That said, please mention this in your application so we can make sure we approach your plan with the care it deserves. Your wellbeing comes first, always.
I do, too! And I hate cooking so I'm a pro at no prep or low prep meals.
Most clients notice a meaningful shift in symptoms within the first 3–4 weeks — less bloating, more regular bowel movements, less anxiety around food. The full program is where the deeper, lasting change happens. We're not here to give you a quick fix that falls apart the moment you stop following a list.