Sophie Nielsen

MSc - BANT Registered Nutritional Therapist

I’m Sophie, a registered Nutritional Therapist specialising in mental health and the gut–brain connection. I work primarily with women who feel out of balance — physically, emotionally, or cognitively — helping them uncover the root causes of persistent symptoms through evidence-based nutrition. I also support mums of children with ADHD or suspected neurodiversity through my programme, NeuroNourished Kids, a gut-health and nutrition framework designed to nourish and support a child’s developing brain.

I originally studied Psychology and Physiology at university, but after several years in finance — with long hours, constant travel, and poor sleep — I found myself exhausted and disconnected from my own wellbeing. Moving abroad gave me the space and courage to take the leap back into science and health, leading me to retrain with an MSc in Personalised Nutrition

Along the way, I faced my own health challenges — including obstetric cholestasis and the subsequent removal of my gallbladder, as well as navigating eczema and food sensitivities with my youngest daughter — which deepened my understanding of gut health, hormones, and women’s physiology. My passion for the gut–brain axis also led me to publish a systematic review on the link between the gut microbiome and Parkinson’s Disease in Brain Health (September 2021).

Now, based in the UK with my family, I work with clients who want to feel more energised, balanced, and free of digestive discomfort. I specialise in chronic gut conditions such as IBS, SIBO, and reflux, as well as supporting mental health challenges including anxiety, low mood and depression. My approach focuses on uncovering the “why” behind digestive, hormonal, and cognitive symptoms, offering practical, achievable nutrition and lifestyle strategies to restore balance from the inside out.

"Sophie is an amazing nutritionist and a wonderful person. She is very knowledgeable and very focused on her work. She has a lovely and kind nature and I very much enjoyed my sessions with her. She helped me to look at food in a healthier way and I have been able to follow her guidance even months after we completed the initial sessions. After finishing the protocol, I continued to feel well and my cravings for sugary/processed foods have stayed away. Thank you Sophie for all your help."

Adina O, UK

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At Urban Wellness, Sophie specialises in the mind-body connections that matter most—using functional medicine approaches to address how your hormones, gut health, and nervous system work together to influence mood, resilience, and thriving.

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A Clarity Call is a 30-minute introductory consultation designed to explore your main health concerns, explain how we work, and decide whether our services are a good fit for your needs. It does not include personalised nutrition or treatment advice, and does not replace medical care or emergency support.
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Recent blogs by Sophie

Is There a Link Between Bile Acids, the Microbiome, and Mental Health?

We often think of bile as simply a digestive fluid, something that helps break down fats after a meal. But emerging research is revealing a much broader role. Bile acids are not just digestive helpers; they are powerful signalling molecules that interact with the gut microbiome, influence inflammation, and may even shape brain function.

How Bile Flow Influences Your Gut Microbiome and Health

When we think about digestion, bile often flies under the radar. But this little digestive fluid plays a massive role in breaking down fats, removing toxins, and even shaping the health of your gut microbiome, espically in perimenopause. Let’s dive into bile acid formation, its flow, and why it matters for your gut.

Woman in perimenopause experiencing digestive discomfort caused by sluggish bile flow

Perimenopause and Bile Sludge: What's the Connection?

Hormonal changes during perimenopause can directly impact bile flow, leading to symptoms like bloating, nausea, and reflux. Nutritionist Sophie Nielsen explains the connection and what you can do to support your digestion.