Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Barrie, ON
With concerns about their current diet, lifestyle choices, or specific medical conditions, they are driven to provide the best start for their future child.
I rely on evidence-based strategies, working alongside your family doctor/fertility specialist. Nutrition-related blood work helps us ensure your levels are optimal for conception and healthy pregnancy. In our first session, we'll assess your needs and goals. Together, we'll create a personalized plan through nourishing foods and supplements if needed.
With concerns about their current diet, lifestyle choices, or specific medical conditions, they are driven to provide the best start for their future child.
I rely on evidence-based strategies, working alongside your family doctor/fertility specialist. Nutrition-related blood work helps us ensure your levels are optimal for conception and healthy pregnancy. In our first session, we'll assess your needs and goals. Together, we'll create a personalized plan through nourishing foods and supplements if needed.
Are you ready to try a different approach with managing your health? As an Intuitive Eating Dietitian, I don't focus on portion sizes, calories, or rigid food rules. You can support your health while enjoying the foods you love! I didn’t always have a good relationship with my food and body, and I find so much value in working with my clients to let go of diet culture and make peace with their food and bodies. We'll work together to build sustainable changes that support your health goals. My aim is to help you find a comfortable balance between your health, joyful movement, and the simple pleasure of food.
Are you ready to try a different approach with managing your health? As an Intuitive Eating Dietitian, I don't focus on portion sizes, calories, or rigid food rules. You can support your health while enjoying the foods you love! I didn’t always have a good relationship with my food and body, and I find so much value in working with my clients to let go of diet culture and make peace with their food and bodies. We'll work together to build sustainable changes that support your health goals. My aim is to help you find a comfortable balance between your health, joyful movement, and the simple pleasure of food.
Hi, I’m Michaela! I understand how overwhelming it can feel to manage the stress that often surrounds food choices, and I’m here to help you build a healthier, more balanced relationship with eating. Whether you’re struggling with digestive issues like IBS, managing disordered eating, or navigating weight concerns, my goal is to provide personalized, practical strategies that empower you to feel in control of your well-being.
Hi, I’m Michaela! I understand how overwhelming it can feel to manage the stress that often surrounds food choices, and I’m here to help you build a healthier, more balanced relationship with eating. Whether you’re struggling with digestive issues like IBS, managing disordered eating, or navigating weight concerns, my goal is to provide personalized, practical strategies that empower you to feel in control of your well-being.
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My personal medical experiences have provided me with an even better understanding of ways I can help clients and meet them where they are at.
In private coaching we work together to create a customized strategy to help you gain more energy so you can spend more time doing the things you love and feeling like the best possible you! We will break long term goals into smaller goals so that you not only achieve your goals, but maintain these changes and results over the long term.
My personal medical experiences have provided me with an even better understanding of ways I can help clients and meet them where they are at.
In private coaching we work together to create a customized strategy to help you gain more energy so you can spend more time doing the things you love and feeling like the best possible you! We will break long term goals into smaller goals so that you not only achieve your goals, but maintain these changes and results over the long term.
As a Registered Dietitian I help my clients achieve a healthier lifestyle. My ideal client wants increased energy, weight loss without deprivation, less medication, improved blood cholesterol, balanced blood sugars, reduced stress levels, increased physical activity and feelings of well-being. She may have been on numerous diets and struggling with work/life balance. She has discovered that restrictive diets simply don't work. She is ready to embark on a healthy lifestyle approach. Best results with a 3 mo, 6 mo and 12 month health coaching plan.
As a Registered Dietitian I help my clients achieve a healthier lifestyle. My ideal client wants increased energy, weight loss without deprivation, less medication, improved blood cholesterol, balanced blood sugars, reduced stress levels, increased physical activity and feelings of well-being. She may have been on numerous diets and struggling with work/life balance. She has discovered that restrictive diets simply don't work. She is ready to embark on a healthy lifestyle approach. Best results with a 3 mo, 6 mo and 12 month health coaching plan.
Elke Sengmueller
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, RN, BASc, BScN
Newmarket, ON L3Y
Waitlist for new clients
ALERT: Wait list CLOSED until August. N.B.: I do NOT offer weight loss counselling. I have worked over 25 years caring for Surgery, ICU, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics (newborn to teens), Eating Disorders (all ages), and Mental Health/Addictions/Trauma clients. I use my extensive clinical experience and current evidence-based research, combined with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, to help motivated clients improve their physical and emotional health, while mending their relationship with food. I am also a Registered Nurse, which enhances my ability to provide comprehensive care.
ALERT: Wait list CLOSED until August. N.B.: I do NOT offer weight loss counselling. I have worked over 25 years caring for Surgery, ICU, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics (newborn to teens), Eating Disorders (all ages), and Mental Health/Addictions/Trauma clients. I use my extensive clinical experience and current evidence-based research, combined with a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, to help motivated clients improve their physical and emotional health, while mending their relationship with food. I am also a Registered Nurse, which enhances my ability to provide comprehensive care.
If you are feeling unwell due to digestive symptoms, inflammation, fatigue, migraines, discomfort with your body and weight or mental health issues and feel that your problems may be related to food, contact me to explore how I can help you. I counsel on a wide variety of health issues from food sensitivities and eating disorders to weight management and heart health, among others. I work with people of all ages and have extensive experience in assessing and supporting complex patients with multiple conditions.
If you are feeling unwell due to digestive symptoms, inflammation, fatigue, migraines, discomfort with your body and weight or mental health issues and feel that your problems may be related to food, contact me to explore how I can help you. I counsel on a wide variety of health issues from food sensitivities and eating disorders to weight management and heart health, among others. I work with people of all ages and have extensive experience in assessing and supporting complex patients with multiple conditions.
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If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or restricted by food rules, I can help you improve your relationship with food. Many people I work with say, “I know what to do around food but just can’t do it". Whether navigating disordered eating or emotional eating, or managing a health condition such as PCOS or diabetes, this is a safe place to explore your challenges and know you are not alone.
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or restricted by food rules, I can help you improve your relationship with food. Many people I work with say, “I know what to do around food but just can’t do it". Whether navigating disordered eating or emotional eating, or managing a health condition such as PCOS or diabetes, this is a safe place to explore your challenges and know you are not alone.
I'm a plant-based dietitian and nutritionist specializing in vegan and vegetarian diets, with over a decade of personal experience following a plant-based and gluten-free lifestyle. I offer personalized Zoom consultations, including a complimentary 20-minute introductory session. My services encompass counseling, custom meal planning, and addressing various aspects such as weight management, balanced eating, and meal preparation. Additionally, I specialize in areas like sports nutrition, digestive health, and supporting different life stages such as pregnancy and menopause. Visit our website for more!
I'm a plant-based dietitian and nutritionist specializing in vegan and vegetarian diets, with over a decade of personal experience following a plant-based and gluten-free lifestyle. I offer personalized Zoom consultations, including a complimentary 20-minute introductory session. My services encompass counseling, custom meal planning, and addressing various aspects such as weight management, balanced eating, and meal preparation. Additionally, I specialize in areas like sports nutrition, digestive health, and supporting different life stages such as pregnancy and menopause. Visit our website for more!
Accepting NEW patients-immediate openings! Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and constantly thinking about food? Do you want to ditch dieting for good and gain food freedom? Are you confused about what to eat? Do you want to break the cycle of overeating? We can work together to achieve your best weight and health using science based treatment and tools. I provide nutrition counselling in obesity management, diabetes management, digestive health, and chronic disease prevention and management. I have years of experience with helping individuals with making sustainable lifestyle changes.
Accepting NEW patients-immediate openings! Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and constantly thinking about food? Do you want to ditch dieting for good and gain food freedom? Are you confused about what to eat? Do you want to break the cycle of overeating? We can work together to achieve your best weight and health using science based treatment and tools. I provide nutrition counselling in obesity management, diabetes management, digestive health, and chronic disease prevention and management. I have years of experience with helping individuals with making sustainable lifestyle changes.
How are you really feeling? Struggling with an eating disorder and not sure how to change? Overwhelmed by all the “should/shouldn’t” foods you constantly hear about including/avoiding? Feeling over the diets, and wanting to nourish while letting go of the stress you feel around eating and food? Lost in cravings that you can’t seem to explain? Want to make peace with the skin you’re in? Ready for life-long change, but don’t know where or how to start? You deserve a life where food can be deeply enjoyed (no guilt, no shame!), and you can feel more at ease in your body.
How are you really feeling? Struggling with an eating disorder and not sure how to change? Overwhelmed by all the “should/shouldn’t” foods you constantly hear about including/avoiding? Feeling over the diets, and wanting to nourish while letting go of the stress you feel around eating and food? Lost in cravings that you can’t seem to explain? Want to make peace with the skin you’re in? Ready for life-long change, but don’t know where or how to start? You deserve a life where food can be deeply enjoyed (no guilt, no shame!), and you can feel more at ease in your body.
Accepting NEW patients-immediate openings! Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and constantly thinking about food? Do you want to ditch dieting for good and gain food freedom? Are you confused about what to eat? Do you want to break the cycle of overeating? We can work together to achieve your best weight and health using science based treatment and tools. I provide nutrition counselling in obesity management, diabetes management, digestive health, and chronic disease prevention and management. I have years of experience with helping individuals with making sustainable lifestyle changes.
Accepting NEW patients-immediate openings! Are you tired of yo-yo dieting and constantly thinking about food? Do you want to ditch dieting for good and gain food freedom? Are you confused about what to eat? Do you want to break the cycle of overeating? We can work together to achieve your best weight and health using science based treatment and tools. I provide nutrition counselling in obesity management, diabetes management, digestive health, and chronic disease prevention and management. I have years of experience with helping individuals with making sustainable lifestyle changes.
I am a dietitian that is passionate about pediatric nutrition! I have experience working with children that struggle with picky eating habits, sensory feeding issues (e.g. gagging, food phobias), special needs, as well as oral motor skill limitations. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have a special area of interest in children with autism, ADHD, and weight management concerns. I take a non-diet approach that focuses on nourishing the body and building a lifelong, healthy relationship with food.
I am a dietitian that is passionate about pediatric nutrition! I have experience working with children that struggle with picky eating habits, sensory feeding issues (e.g. gagging, food phobias), special needs, as well as oral motor skill limitations. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have a special area of interest in children with autism, ADHD, and weight management concerns. I take a non-diet approach that focuses on nourishing the body and building a lifelong, healthy relationship with food.
Drawing on my extensive background in evidence-based nutrition, I combine traditional nutritional therapy with techniques like motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioural strategies.
Hi, I'm Jana! I offer an integrated and holistic approach to nutrition, focusing on long-lasting results. I believe in the profound influence nutrition has on mental, emotional, and physical health, and I help clients uncover the root causes of their nutritional challenges by offering tailored strategies that align with their personal goals. I create personalized, evidence-based strategies that address both the physical and emotional aspects of eating, helping clients build sustainable, healthy relationships with food that last a lifetime.
Drawing on my extensive background in evidence-based nutrition, I combine traditional nutritional therapy with techniques like motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioural strategies.
Hi, I'm Jana! I offer an integrated and holistic approach to nutrition, focusing on long-lasting results. I believe in the profound influence nutrition has on mental, emotional, and physical health, and I help clients uncover the root causes of their nutritional challenges by offering tailored strategies that align with their personal goals. I create personalized, evidence-based strategies that address both the physical and emotional aspects of eating, helping clients build sustainable, healthy relationships with food that last a lifetime.
Hi, I’m Bradie! I’m a registered dietitian with 7+ years of experience in women’s health, supporting people through PCOS, hormone concerns, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, gut health, and emotional eating. If you’re feeling stuck in patterns with food, hormones, or digestion that are hard to untangle on your own, you’re in the right place! I prioritize helping you better understand your body so that you can feel confident in how you nourish yourself.
Hi, I’m Bradie! I’m a registered dietitian with 7+ years of experience in women’s health, supporting people through PCOS, hormone concerns, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, gut health, and emotional eating. If you’re feeling stuck in patterns with food, hormones, or digestion that are hard to untangle on your own, you’re in the right place! I prioritize helping you better understand your body so that you can feel confident in how you nourish yourself.
I am a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator who specializes in chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the owner of Kidney Nutrition. My team and I at Kidney Nutrition help those with CKD overcome the confusing world of nutrition so they can improve their kidney function.
I am a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator who specializes in chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the owner of Kidney Nutrition. My team and I at Kidney Nutrition help those with CKD overcome the confusing world of nutrition so they can improve their kidney function.
Nutrition advice can be overwhelming—how do you know what’s truly evidence-based? If you’re ready to take charge of your health but need guidance, that’s where we come in. We’re two Registered Dietitians and Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellors who take a collaborative, judgment-free, non-diet approach. We help clients ditch extreme dieting, make peace with food, and build confidence in their choices. Working with us means having compassionate, supportive professionals on your healthcare team to give you honest, science-based guidance and the truth behind your plate.
Nutrition advice can be overwhelming—how do you know what’s truly evidence-based? If you’re ready to take charge of your health but need guidance, that’s where we come in. We’re two Registered Dietitians and Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellors who take a collaborative, judgment-free, non-diet approach. We help clients ditch extreme dieting, make peace with food, and build confidence in their choices. Working with us means having compassionate, supportive professionals on your healthcare team to give you honest, science-based guidance and the truth behind your plate.
Hi, I’m Beth! A virtual Registered Dietitian specializing in PCOS, menopause, gut health, and relationship with food. I work with women who are tired of diets that never stick, navigating emotional eating, ADHD, or just feeling out of control around food. You don’t need another diet plan, you need strategies that actually work with your brain and your lifestyle.
Hi, I’m Beth! A virtual Registered Dietitian specializing in PCOS, menopause, gut health, and relationship with food. I work with women who are tired of diets that never stick, navigating emotional eating, ADHD, or just feeling out of control around food. You don’t need another diet plan, you need strategies that actually work with your brain and your lifestyle.
I take an in-depth review of your medical history and food/cultural preferences, then create a personalized nutrition protocol for you after each session.
Hi! I'm Inderpreet, a bilingual Registered Dietitian with a focus on PCOS, ADHD, hormone health, GLP-1 medication nutrition, weight management, and South Asian diets. I believe that nutrition is more than just "hitting macros". Through my clinical experience, I've seen how closely food, physical and mental health are intertwined. You need someone who will consider both your nutrition and mental health, or else diet changes won't stick! Supporting close friends and family with PCOS and ADHD has deepened my understanding of how challenging it can be to live with these conditions while juggling everyday life.
I take an in-depth review of your medical history and food/cultural preferences, then create a personalized nutrition protocol for you after each session.
Hi! I'm Inderpreet, a bilingual Registered Dietitian with a focus on PCOS, ADHD, hormone health, GLP-1 medication nutrition, weight management, and South Asian diets. I believe that nutrition is more than just "hitting macros". Through my clinical experience, I've seen how closely food, physical and mental health are intertwined. You need someone who will consider both your nutrition and mental health, or else diet changes won't stick! Supporting close friends and family with PCOS and ADHD has deepened my understanding of how challenging it can be to live with these conditions while juggling everyday life.
Are you looking to take control of your health through nutrition and lifestyle changes? Together, we can create a personalized plan with enjoyable foods tailored to your needs. I specialize in managing conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, PCOS, fatty liver, and more, as well as providing support for weight management, prenatal/postnatal nutrition, and senior care. My goal is to address the root causes of your health concerns, helping you experience a higher quality of life through sustainable, realistic changes.
Are you looking to take control of your health through nutrition and lifestyle changes? Together, we can create a personalized plan with enjoyable foods tailored to your needs. I specialize in managing conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, PCOS, fatty liver, and more, as well as providing support for weight management, prenatal/postnatal nutrition, and senior care. My goal is to address the root causes of your health concerns, helping you experience a higher quality of life through sustainable, realistic changes.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the use of personalized dietary changes to prevent or manage chronic conditions. Typically conducted in an outpatient setting by a Registered Dietitian (RD), MNT aims to address specific health issues through tailored nutrition plans. Clients are often referred for MNT by healthcare professionals who identify conditions that could benefit from dietary and lifestyle modifications, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. The goal of MNT is to improve overall health outcomes by making adjustments to the client's diet based on their individual needs and medical conditions.
What conditions is medical nutrition therapy for?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is often used for individuals with diseases caused or worsened by poor diet, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases. However, other conditions can also benefit from nutrition therapy. MNT is typically not intended to replace other treatments, such as medication, but rather to complement them. By improving a person's overall diet and health, MNT aims to prevent the exacerbation of symptoms and complement other treatments.
Is medical nutrition therapy covered by insurance?
Medical nutrition therapy is frequently covered by insurance. However, insurance coverage can vary based on factors like your specific plan details, whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network provider, and whether you have a referral for nutrition services based on a medical diagnosis. While a referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary to obtain coverage for medical nutrition services. In such cases, a referral is typically made for those who have been formally diagnosed with a medical condition requiring nutrition counseling, such as diabetes or hypertension. Coverage also depends on the type of nutrition service. Typically, insurance plans only cover services provided by a licensed Registered Dietitian (RD) and do not cover those offered by nutritionists or nutrition coaches without the RD credential. If nutrition services are not covered by your insurance, some dietitians and nutritionists may offer sliding scale rates or lower-cost services for clients who cannot afford their full fee.
What does medical nutrition therapy involve?
The approach a dietitian will take in a medical nutrition therapy session will depend on a number of factors, including what conditions the client has and what the goals of the client are. An initial session often involves an assessment of the client's overall health and current dietary intake; a dietitian may also speak with a client's medical doctor prior to or following a first session to obtain information on the medical condition(s) the client is seeking nutrition therapy counseling for. The dietitian will then work with the client to create goals of medical nutrition therapy sessions, such as weight loss, eating a more plant-based diet, or reducing sodium intake. Then, in ongoing sessions, the dietitian will work with the client to meet their stated goals. These ongoing sessions often include menu planning and coaching, which involve the dietitian working with the client to develop strategies for a healthier and more balanced diet. Dietitians may suggest recipes, put together grocery shopping lists, and/or recommend tracking one's intake in order to help clients make desired changes.