Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians in Collingwood, ON
I am passionate about helping individuals make peace with food and reduce the stress around food. I believe in supporting the mental aspect of nourishment, as well as building sustainable habits to support wellness. No quick-fixes, but building a set of life-long skills to enhance your confidence with making food decisions that best support your needs. I practice using Intuitive Eating and HAES frameworks, and believe that every body shape and size is worthy. In my sessions, I incorporate body image work and tools to improve your relationship with food.
I am passionate about helping individuals make peace with food and reduce the stress around food. I believe in supporting the mental aspect of nourishment, as well as building sustainable habits to support wellness. No quick-fixes, but building a set of life-long skills to enhance your confidence with making food decisions that best support your needs. I practice using Intuitive Eating and HAES frameworks, and believe that every body shape and size is worthy. In my sessions, I incorporate body image work and tools to improve your relationship with food.
Are you ready to unlock the transformative power of food for your health and well-being? I’m here to support your nutrition journey with personalized virtual consultations tailored to your lifestyle and goals. I specialize in nutrition for managing IBS, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular conditions. Additionally, I offer guidance in reproductive health and fertility nutrition. Whether you're seeking to address specific health concerns or simply aiming to embrace a healthier lifestyle, I’m here to help you boost your energy, health, and overall well-being.
Are you ready to unlock the transformative power of food for your health and well-being? I’m here to support your nutrition journey with personalized virtual consultations tailored to your lifestyle and goals. I specialize in nutrition for managing IBS, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular conditions. Additionally, I offer guidance in reproductive health and fertility nutrition. Whether you're seeking to address specific health concerns or simply aiming to embrace a healthier lifestyle, I’m here to help you boost your energy, health, and overall well-being.
Do you feel like you’re drowning in a sea of diet culture or at war with your body? Have you lost count of all your external food rules? If you’ve been thinking about getting off the diet rollercoaster but aren't sure how to go about it, I’m so glad you’re here. I would be honored and grateful to guide you back to your intuitive roots, to deeply nourish your body, mind, and soul. If you want to start listening to your internal cues and break free from the deprivation and guilt cycle, let's work together towards making you feel empowered and liberated from the constant stress and anxiety associated with dieting.
Do you feel like you’re drowning in a sea of diet culture or at war with your body? Have you lost count of all your external food rules? If you’ve been thinking about getting off the diet rollercoaster but aren't sure how to go about it, I’m so glad you’re here. I would be honored and grateful to guide you back to your intuitive roots, to deeply nourish your body, mind, and soul. If you want to start listening to your internal cues and break free from the deprivation and guilt cycle, let's work together towards making you feel empowered and liberated from the constant stress and anxiety associated with dieting.
I am accepting NEW patients for phone & video sessions for people of all ages 0+. I have 20+ years of experience providing evidence-based food & nutrition advice as well as compassionate care to infants, kids, teens, adults & seniors. I will work with you to create the best possible plan to meet your food & nutrition goals. Healthy eating is not just what you eat, but also why & how you eat. I can also work with you on ensuring you develop & maintain a heathy relationship with food, while integrating intuitive eating principles & mindful eating strategies. Let’s work together to make positive & lasting changes to your health.
I am accepting NEW patients for phone & video sessions for people of all ages 0+. I have 20+ years of experience providing evidence-based food & nutrition advice as well as compassionate care to infants, kids, teens, adults & seniors. I will work with you to create the best possible plan to meet your food & nutrition goals. Healthy eating is not just what you eat, but also why & how you eat. I can also work with you on ensuring you develop & maintain a heathy relationship with food, while integrating intuitive eating principles & mindful eating strategies. Let’s work together to make positive & lasting changes to your health.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
New patients welcome! I am a RD with over 20 years of experience providing expert nutrition care across all stages of life. have expertise spanning infant and pediatric nutrition, oncology, prenatal/post-natal nutrition, disordered eating, cardiac health, diabetes, weight management, weight concerns, cancer, GI conditions, allergies, anti-inflammatory nutrition & tube feedings. I have worked extensively in acute care hospital settings, as well as in outpatient clinics and private practice. I offer practical guidance that builds confidence, supports symptoms, and strengthens a positive relationship with food.
New patients welcome! I am a RD with over 20 years of experience providing expert nutrition care across all stages of life. have expertise spanning infant and pediatric nutrition, oncology, prenatal/post-natal nutrition, disordered eating, cardiac health, diabetes, weight management, weight concerns, cancer, GI conditions, allergies, anti-inflammatory nutrition & tube feedings. I have worked extensively in acute care hospital settings, as well as in outpatient clinics and private practice. I offer practical guidance that builds confidence, supports symptoms, and strengthens a positive relationship with food.
New clients welcome, book a chat today! Have you had a recent diagnosis of prediabetes/diabetes that has you feeling overwhelmed? Have you been told you have high blood pressure or cholesterol? Whether you're currently managing a condition, or simply trying to eat better with your family, I can help with your goals! As a Certified Diabetes Educator, I work with clients virtually across Ontario to find ways to make gradual, "DO-ABLE" changes to lower AIC and improve their health. I take a non-judgmental approach to nutrition, and use an "all-foods-fit" philosophy. I promote balance, not restriction, when it comes to healthy eating!
New clients welcome, book a chat today! Have you had a recent diagnosis of prediabetes/diabetes that has you feeling overwhelmed? Have you been told you have high blood pressure or cholesterol? Whether you're currently managing a condition, or simply trying to eat better with your family, I can help with your goals! As a Certified Diabetes Educator, I work with clients virtually across Ontario to find ways to make gradual, "DO-ABLE" changes to lower AIC and improve their health. I take a non-judgmental approach to nutrition, and use an "all-foods-fit" philosophy. I promote balance, not restriction, when it comes to healthy eating!
Are you a busy working woman who struggles to prioritize yourself? Do you want to improve your energy, optimize your health, and show up better for life? Life is already overwhelming as is, so you're tired of restrictions, information overload, and uncertainty.
I work with busy working women who want clear, practical nutrition guidance to optimize their hormonal health, energy, and long-term well-being, without the overwhelm of diet culture.
Let's work together to make sustainable changes that'll improve your life!
Are you a busy working woman who struggles to prioritize yourself? Do you want to improve your energy, optimize your health, and show up better for life? Life is already overwhelming as is, so you're tired of restrictions, information overload, and uncertainty.
I work with busy working women who want clear, practical nutrition guidance to optimize their hormonal health, energy, and long-term well-being, without the overwhelm of diet culture.
Let's work together to make sustainable changes that'll improve your life!
Hi, I'm Sarah! I'm an experienced trauma-informed clinical nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. Do you second-guess every food decision, constantly thinking about what you should eat versus what you want to eat? Struggle with food noise and your body from the moment you wake up until the time you go to sleep? Feel exhausted by all-or-nothing thinking? I can help. I specialize in supporting people living with disordered eating/eating disorders, chronic dieting cycles, negative body image, and co-occurring conditions (e.g. trauma, OCD, ADHD, PCOS, endometriosis).
Hi, I'm Sarah! I'm an experienced trauma-informed clinical nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. Do you second-guess every food decision, constantly thinking about what you should eat versus what you want to eat? Struggle with food noise and your body from the moment you wake up until the time you go to sleep? Feel exhausted by all-or-nothing thinking? I can help. I specialize in supporting people living with disordered eating/eating disorders, chronic dieting cycles, negative body image, and co-occurring conditions (e.g. trauma, OCD, ADHD, PCOS, endometriosis).
Lina Rahouma is a registered dietitian who graduated with a B.A.Sc from Ryerson University in Nutrition and Food. She did her dietetic practicum at Sick Kids Hospital. She takes a weight inclusive lifestyle modification and behaviour change approach to her practice, where she works with her clients to devise actionable goals to achieve their bigger health goals. I focus on empowering clients with strategies and tools that would permit them to succeed long term. She speaks English, Arabic and French to support her clients from different cultural backgrounds.
Lina Rahouma is a registered dietitian who graduated with a B.A.Sc from Ryerson University in Nutrition and Food. She did her dietetic practicum at Sick Kids Hospital. She takes a weight inclusive lifestyle modification and behaviour change approach to her practice, where she works with her clients to devise actionable goals to achieve their bigger health goals. I focus on empowering clients with strategies and tools that would permit them to succeed long term. She speaks English, Arabic and French to support her clients from different cultural backgrounds.
Want to improve your health without dieting or compromising happiness? I am an experienced dietitian who can help you make changes that you enjoy and that can help to reduce risk or delay progression of chronic disease (diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver, dementia, and cancer), improve energy levels and mood, and can change body composition (if desired).
Want to improve your health without dieting or compromising happiness? I am an experienced dietitian who can help you make changes that you enjoy and that can help to reduce risk or delay progression of chronic disease (diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver, dementia, and cancer), improve energy levels and mood, and can change body composition (if desired).
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.
Do you struggle with emotional eating, overeating, binge eating, and poor body image? Feel like you don't know when you're hungry, or when you're comfortably full? Unsure what your version of normal, balanced eating looks like without the all or nothing? I'm here to help you take back your power and mental energy from food, reconnect with your body’s cues, and develop a more neutral and confident body image. Ready to break up with dieting, food rules, and body shame? Book a free consult and let's chat about how you can start healing your relationship with food and your body.
Do you struggle with emotional eating, overeating, binge eating, and poor body image? Feel like you don't know when you're hungry, or when you're comfortably full? Unsure what your version of normal, balanced eating looks like without the all or nothing? I'm here to help you take back your power and mental energy from food, reconnect with your body’s cues, and develop a more neutral and confident body image. Ready to break up with dieting, food rules, and body shame? Book a free consult and let's chat about how you can start healing your relationship with food and your body.
NEW patients welcome! Do you need help managing your chronic health diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease or obesity? Is your goal to lower your high blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol or weight? Do you want to improve your overall relationship with food, recover from an eating disorder, boost your energy levels or feel more confident in your body? Are you overwhelmed or unsure how to introduce solids or allergens to your baby? You have come to the right place-we can help you reach your goals! We provide personalized nutrition care + meal plans tailored to your unique lifestyle & food preferences.
NEW patients welcome! Do you need help managing your chronic health diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease or obesity? Is your goal to lower your high blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol or weight? Do you want to improve your overall relationship with food, recover from an eating disorder, boost your energy levels or feel more confident in your body? Are you overwhelmed or unsure how to introduce solids or allergens to your baby? You have come to the right place-we can help you reach your goals! We provide personalized nutrition care + meal plans tailored to your unique lifestyle & food preferences.
Accepting NEW patients for phone & video sessions-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 for phone & video sessions-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.
Are you looking to improve your diet to support trying to conceive and a healthy pregnancy? It can be hard to know what's the "best diet" to follow during these important life stages— and the reality is that the best diet can look different for each individual person's needs! At PUSH Mama Care, I provide nutrition counselling focused in preconception and pregnancy, infant feeding, managing of gastrointestinal conditions, and weight changes. I help you work towards meeting your individual nutrition needs with tailored advice and resources.
Are you looking to improve your diet to support trying to conceive and a healthy pregnancy? It can be hard to know what's the "best diet" to follow during these important life stages— and the reality is that the best diet can look different for each individual person's needs! At PUSH Mama Care, I provide nutrition counselling focused in preconception and pregnancy, infant feeding, managing of gastrointestinal conditions, and weight changes. I help you work towards meeting your individual nutrition needs with tailored advice and resources.
As a registered dietitian I pride myself in supporting individuals and families on creating sustainable, culturally appropriate and personalized care. I take a holisitic approach by analyzing your diet, lifestyle, blood work, family needs and health concerns and support you in creating sustainable changes that support your goals and health concerns. I love to support women and men as they are looking to grow their family, support them during pregnancy, postpartum and then support their children in topics such as picky eating, introduction to solids or allergens!
As a registered dietitian I pride myself in supporting individuals and families on creating sustainable, culturally appropriate and personalized care. I take a holisitic approach by analyzing your diet, lifestyle, blood work, family needs and health concerns and support you in creating sustainable changes that support your goals and health concerns. I love to support women and men as they are looking to grow their family, support them during pregnancy, postpartum and then support their children in topics such as picky eating, introduction to solids or allergens!
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.
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.
Hi there! I’m Saima, a registered dietitian, and I’m excited to help you improve your health and well-being. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by nutrition information or struggling with managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, weight management, or digestive issues, you're in the right place. I offer a non-restrictive dietary approach designed to help you gain the knowledge and skills needed to achieve your health goals.
Hi there! I’m Saima, a registered dietitian, and I’m excited to help you improve your health and well-being. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by nutrition information or struggling with managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, weight management, or digestive issues, you're in the right place. I offer a non-restrictive dietary approach designed to help you gain the knowledge and skills needed to achieve your health goals.
As Registered Dietitians in Toronto at TeamNutrition, we are guided by the deep desire to bring you to your health or performance goals. As a team, we support each other in order to offer you an exceptional service, that is personalized to you and adapted to the latest food science. This strength has led us to be chosen as a proud university partner. We were chosen to offer our services in four Universities in Québec. Our dietitians are guided by our mandate: Innovation, progress, care, and professionalism.
As Registered Dietitians in Toronto at TeamNutrition, we are guided by the deep desire to bring you to your health or performance goals. As a team, we support each other in order to offer you an exceptional service, that is personalized to you and adapted to the latest food science. This strength has led us to be chosen as a proud university partner. We were chosen to offer our services in four Universities in Québec. Our dietitians are guided by our mandate: Innovation, progress, care, and professionalism.
Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is the non-diet approach to nutrition?
A non-diet approach to nutrition is a holistic strategy that prioritizes overall health and well-being over strict diets or weight loss plans. Dietitians who practice this approach emphasize intuitive eating, encouraging clients to listen to their internal hunger and fullness cues rather than following rigid dietary rules. This method promotes a healthier relationship with food and fosters self-acceptance, especially for individuals with a history of dieting or disordered eating patterns.
Why should I see a dietitian who takes a non-diet approach?
As more evidence highlights the ineffectiveness and potential harm of many diets, the non-diet approach is gaining popularity and recognition as a sustainable and compassionate nutritional strategy. Non-diet dietitians help clients shift their focus from weight to overall health, supporting behaviors that enhance physical and emotional well-being. Therefore, a non-diet approach to nutrition may be a welcome change for many individuals who are looking to branch out from the heavy emphasis on diets and weights that many professionals in the medical and wellness communities may have. Additionally, because non-diet dietitians take a more holistic approach, they will also often work with clients on their relationship to other lifestyle habits that impact wellbeing, such as encouraging a healthy relationship with exercise.
What can a non-diet approach help with?
A non-diet approach can be highly beneficial for individuals with a history of eating disorders or disordered eating patterns, as well as those who have experienced repeated dieting with little success. This approach helps clients move away from rigid food rules and promotes a healthier relationship with food. By focusing on intuitive eating, clients learn to trust their internal hunger and fullness cues, rather than adhering to external dietary guidelines. This approach can help clients develop an intuitive sense of their nutritional needs, improve body acceptance, and reduce the psychological stress or shame commonly associated with dieting.
What should I look for in a non-diet dietitian?
When searching for a non-diet dietitian, it's important to consider several factors to ensure they are the right fit for you. Start by reviewing the dietitian's profile on HealthProfs.com or their personal website. Look for mentions of intuitive eating, body acceptance, or Health At Every Size (HAES) principles, which are indicative of a non-diet approach. Non-diet dietitians often outline their nutrition philosophy in these profiles. In addition to their approach, consider practical factors such as session costs, accepted insurance plans, and the availability of in-person or telehealth options. When you find a professional who seems like a good fit, reach out to speak with them. During the conversation, pay attention to whether you feel comfortable with them and how they explain their non-diet approach. If you are seeking a dietitian for a specific concern, such as disordered eating or chronic dieting, this can also be a good time to ask about their experience in these areas.