Our Team

Dr. Lorene Amet

D.Phil. M.Ed (Autism), Grad. Dip FN (ION), mCNHC, mBANT

Founder, Functional Nutritionist, PhD in Biological Sciences, Autism Trainer, Masters in Education (Autism), Expert Witness

Hello I’m Lorene, the founder of The Lauriston Centre, and I have dedicated over two decades to the field of autism, working in public, academic, and third-sector organisations. My journey is driven by a profound commitment to providing a comprehensive and integrative approach to healthcare for neurodivergent children and their families.

I have expertise in functional nutrition, autism diagnosis, education, training, and research. I have worked nationally and internationally, engaging with professionals, individuals with autism, and their families from diverse cultural backgrounds. This broad exposure has enriched my understanding and ability to tailor support to each unique situation.

I collaborate with many professionals, including medical doctors, nutritionists, psychologists, and behaviour analysts, and have met with over 2000 families globally. My work involves comprehensive evaluations that cover developmental history, family history, behaviour analysis, autism ratings, and detailed biomedical and physiological profiles. 

My academic background includes a PhD in Biological Sciences from Oxford University and post-doctoral research at Princeton University and Edinburgh University. I also hold a Master's in Special Education (Autism) from Birmingham University and an Autism Trainer Award accredited by Scottish Autism. I have also been trained as a Functional Nutritionist by ION (Institute for Optimum Nutrition). This extensive training has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to implement effective, evidence-based interventions. I am regulated by the British Association of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicines (BANT) and Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC). I am a member of the British Society for Ecological Medicine (BSEM), The Royal Society of Medicine (RSM), the Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society (MCCS) and The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM).