Our Story

Tree of Life International has qualified dietitians with over 20 years industry experience who can help you eat well, feel good and look great!

Our dietitians evaluate what, when, where and how your food intake impacts on your body, health and wellbeing.

At Tree Of Life we take the time to listen, to find out how you are feeling, and what is unique about you and your life. We have a dynamic and energetic approach to you achieving your goals.

Your food, body and life are taken into consideration when preparing a personalised management plan. Our dietitians support you every step of your journey, fine-tuning your eating plan, exploring your eating behaviour and your activity pattern to assist you in achieving your healthy-living goals.

Tree of Life International’s team of health experts are from a wide range of fields including dietitians, exercise physiologists and psychologists can offer you the full whole-of-life dietary solution.

Our People

Desi Carlos

Accredited Practising Dietitian, Nutritionist and founder of Tree of Life International. Bachelor of Applied Science (QUT), Graduate Diploma Nutrition & Dietetics
Director

Desi has a Bachelor of Applied Science and Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics. Her passion is giving practical advice on incorporating healthy eating habits into everyday life. Desi is a mother of three, and businesswoman who understands the pressures that our busy, modern lives can put on our diets and eating habits.

You can hear her regularly sharing her expertise on 97.3Fm as resident dietitian for Robin, Terry & Bob, or read some of her many articles in a host of journals, magazines. You can also hear her lectures on a range of topics from healthy-living and fighting obesity, to issues of diabetes and heart disease.

Desi’s message is simple; “eat well, feel good, look great!” With this philosophy and over 20 year’s industry experience, Desi has helped thousands of people rediscover themselves with increased confidence and self-esteem.

Desi has also recently acquired the title of QLD representative dietitian for The Queensland Coeliac Society lending her experience as an expert dietitian and acting as media spokesperson for the organisation.

Desi’s mission is to share her passion for healthy living and take the Tree of Life International message as many people as possible.

Troy Leggett

B.HlthSci.(Nut & Diet) (QUT)
Dietitian

Troy holds a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from QUT. His passion is to assist clients create the lifestyle changes necessary to achieve better health outcomes, with the overall aim to increase longevity and quality of life.

Troy has developed an interest in assisting clients with chronic health conditions such as excessive weight loss, obesity, diabetes and heart disease. 2

Troy practiced as a remedial therapist at a leading rehabilitation physiotherapy practice prior to commencing a career as a dietitian. He prides himself on the rapport and communication he achieves with all his clients through his “client-centred” approach to therapy.

In addition, Troy has a Level 1 Coaching Certificate, coordinates regular running training sessions and develops running programs for recreational long distance runners and triathletes.

In his spare time Troy enjoys surfing, cycling, running and eating out socially with family and friends.

Matt Tinski AEP

Exercise Physiologist
Bachelors & Masters of Exercise Science
Cert IV in Training and Assessment

Matt Tinski is Tree Of Life’s exclusive Exercise Physiologist. Matt sees clients at the following clinics:

Woolloongabba (Taylor Medical Centre)

Wellers Hill Medical Centre

Mt Gravatt (Palmdale Shopping Centre)

Corinda Medical Centre 

Bywater Medical Centre Oxley

Matt offers professional advice for introducing and / or fine tuning exercise for weight loss and has assisted many clients with various chronic illnesses to improve their quality of life. 

To make an appointment with Matt, please call Tree of Life on: (07) 3891 6199 or call / text Matt direct on: 0430 512 444

"...exercise smarter, not harder"

Sarah MacCubbin

Accredited Practicing Dietition & Nutritionist
Bachelors of Behavioural Science (Psychology)
Masters of Nutrition & Dietetics

Tracey Veivers

BA DipPsych MPsych (Sport & Exercise) MAPS

Tracey Veivers has worked as a psychologist since 1991. She has her own private practice (named Performance Perspectives – click here to visit the web site) where she currently works counselling for a variety of issues from depression to health management, as well as working with athletes and corporate executives to improve performance.

Tracey is a consultant to a major health organisation and is based out of two Brisbane Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centres.  She has presented at international conferences and has published articles for the SportsMed News, The Modern Athlete and Coach, the Triathlon and Multi-Sport and Weight Watchers magazines.

She has also conducted research into variety of subjects such as performing under extreme conditions, attentional and interpersonal style, eating disorders and team cohesion.   

She has also regularly been quoted on television and in national newspapers on topical editorials. 

Furthermore, Tracey has been a regular guest lecturer in sport and exercise psychology and team/group processes at Queensland University of Technology since 2002 and James Cook University.

Maria Augustakis

Practice Manager

Maria Augustakis is a dedicated Tree of Life team member keeping the practice going day to day. Her passion for good food and good health makes her a perfect part of the team. Maria is always helpful and willing to go the extra mile for clients and friends alike.

When you call Tree Of Life International, Maria will be your first point of contact.