Autism Nutritionists and Dietitians in Oakville, ON
Christine can help you with a wide variety of concerns including: starting solids, food allergies or intolerances, picky eating, iron deficiency, constipation, GERD, growth, family meal planning, ADHD, autism and mental health concerns.
Christine Duguay is a registered dietitian and child nutrition expert. She has over 10 years of experience helping preterm infants, babies, toddlers, children, and teenagers achieve their nutrition goals. As a mom of two energetic boys, Christine understands that feeding your child can sometimes be challenging and is here to help with realistic, evidence-based, and personal nutritional advice centered around the needs of your child and family.
Christine can help you with a wide variety of concerns including: starting solids, food allergies or intolerances, picky eating, iron deficiency, constipation, GERD, growth, family meal planning, ADHD, autism and mental health concerns.
Christine Duguay is a registered dietitian and child nutrition expert. She has over 10 years of experience helping preterm infants, babies, toddlers, children, and teenagers achieve their nutrition goals. As a mom of two energetic boys, Christine understands that feeding your child can sometimes be challenging and is here to help with realistic, evidence-based, and personal nutritional advice centered around the needs of your child and family.
Do you feel hopeless when it comes to figuring out how to tame your child’s tummy troubles? Confused about what foods to offer? Finding conflicting information everywhere? Feel lost, overwhelmed and don’t know where to start? You do not have to navigate this journey alone - we are here to help!
Do you feel hopeless when it comes to figuring out how to tame your child’s tummy troubles? Confused about what foods to offer? Finding conflicting information everywhere? Feel lost, overwhelmed and don’t know where to start? You do not have to navigate this journey alone - we are here to help!
I'm Danielle, Registered Holistic Nutritionist who believes that our bodies speak to us in symptoms and that these symptoms never happen at random. After years of hormone and gut issues myself, I'm on a mission to guide women who feel stuck with their health to find and address the root causes of their health issues so that they can feel confident in the their skin. I specialize in hormonal and digestive issues such as hypothyroidism, exhaustion and burnout, weight loss resistance, infertility, diabetes, bloating, food sensitivities, constipation, acne and painful periods.
I'm Danielle, Registered Holistic Nutritionist who believes that our bodies speak to us in symptoms and that these symptoms never happen at random. After years of hormone and gut issues myself, I'm on a mission to guide women who feel stuck with their health to find and address the root causes of their health issues so that they can feel confident in the their skin. I specialize in hormonal and digestive issues such as hypothyroidism, exhaustion and burnout, weight loss resistance, infertility, diabetes, bloating, food sensitivities, constipation, acne and painful periods.
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My populations of expertise include neurodivergent kids, teens, and adults ( Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual/developmental disabilities), and physically disabled folks (such as Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy).
We can work on the following areas together: Meal prep and planning skills that work with executive dysfunction and/or food aversions, stress or binge-eating, digestive health (constipation, IBS), eating with low appetite, picky eating and diet expansion, malnutrition, and mindful eating skills (learning to listen to internal hunger/fullness cues and more).
My populations of expertise include neurodivergent kids, teens, and adults ( Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual/developmental disabilities), and physically disabled folks (such as Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy).
We can work on the following areas together: Meal prep and planning skills that work with executive dysfunction and/or food aversions, stress or binge-eating, digestive health (constipation, IBS), eating with low appetite, picky eating and diet expansion, malnutrition, and mindful eating skills (learning to listen to internal hunger/fullness cues and more).
The populations I focus on include ADHD, autism, and pediatrics.
I can work with you to provide strategies for executive function, meal prep and planning, disordered eating (including binge eating), intuitive/mindful eating, digestive health, and more. I can also work with parents to provide strategies for baby-led weaning, picky eaters, managing food allergies, and ensuring optimal growth and development.
The populations I focus on include ADHD, autism, and pediatrics.
I can work with you to provide strategies for executive function, meal prep and planning, disordered eating (including binge eating), intuitive/mindful eating, digestive health, and more. I can also work with parents to provide strategies for baby-led weaning, picky eaters, managing food allergies, and ensuring optimal growth and development.
My primary focus lies in providing weight inclusive nutrition support to neurodivergent individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression.
With a deep understanding of the challenges involved in making dietary and lifestyle changes, I approach my clients with compassion and empathy. We will collaborate on developing realistic and sustainable habits that align with your individual needs and preferences in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.
My primary focus lies in providing weight inclusive nutrition support to neurodivergent individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression.
With a deep understanding of the challenges involved in making dietary and lifestyle changes, I approach my clients with compassion and empathy. We will collaborate on developing realistic and sustainable habits that align with your individual needs and preferences in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.
Outside of her professional experience, she has a nephew with autism.
Areas of expertise for women:
-Optimize nutrition prior to and during pregnancy
-Breastfeeding
-Management of pregnancy malaises
-Postpartum recovery
-Eating disorders and disordered eating
Areas of expertise for children:
-Solids introduction
-Picky eating and paediatric feeding disorder
-Growth faltering
-Preterm baby nutrition
-Allergies
Outside of her professional experience, she has a nephew with autism.
Areas of expertise for women:
-Optimize nutrition prior to and during pregnancy
-Breastfeeding
-Management of pregnancy malaises
-Postpartum recovery
-Eating disorders and disordered eating
Areas of expertise for children:
-Solids introduction
-Picky eating and paediatric feeding disorder
-Growth faltering
-Preterm baby nutrition
-Allergies
If you're a parent struggling with trying to get your child to eat, I can help you get unstuck. Don't give up on what feels like a hopeless situation. You're not alone and you don't need to solve it on your own. I have helped hundreds upon hundreds of parents overcome their child's nutrition issues. Message me to see how I can help you and your family also.
To the busy mom: you're the glue to your family, and your health and wellness is just as important as everyone else's. Don't delay on taking care of yourself, reach out and see how I can help you feel better, stronger and healthier. You deserve it.
If you're a parent struggling with trying to get your child to eat, I can help you get unstuck. Don't give up on what feels like a hopeless situation. You're not alone and you don't need to solve it on your own. I have helped hundreds upon hundreds of parents overcome their child's nutrition issues. Message me to see how I can help you and your family also.
To the busy mom: you're the glue to your family, and your health and wellness is just as important as everyone else's. Don't delay on taking care of yourself, reach out and see how I can help you feel better, stronger and healthier. You deserve it.
Specialty: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Eating, Mental Health, Sports Nutrition, ADHD, & Women’s Health. Fitness enthusiast and lover of all things food, Jana is passionate about helping her clients improve their relationship with food and their body. She is a strong, motivational leader. Jana also offers the balance of a warm, supportive coaching style to nudge her clients from their comfort zone while feeling safe and supported. She is a Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC) and has a masters in Counseling Pyschology fulfilling her goal of being both a Dietitian and Therapist.
Specialty: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Emotional Eating, Mental Health, Sports Nutrition, ADHD, & Women’s Health. Fitness enthusiast and lover of all things food, Jana is passionate about helping her clients improve their relationship with food and their body. She is a strong, motivational leader. Jana also offers the balance of a warm, supportive coaching style to nudge her clients from their comfort zone while feeling safe and supported. She is a Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC) and has a masters in Counseling Pyschology fulfilling her goal of being both a Dietitian and Therapist.
Julia Stanislavskaia
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MScFN, BSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5G
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.
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.
Anxious, depressed, or feeling like your emotions are all over the place? Struggling to fall asleep or finding yourself waking up in the middle of the night? Maybe you are caught in a binge-restrict cycle, resulting in a strained relationship with food, body image, and weight. If so, you are not alone. With the right strategies that account for your unique neurobiology, it’s possible to be in control of your mental health, heal disordered eating, and feel like the best version of yourself. Empowerment starts by working with your mind, not against it.
Anxious, depressed, or feeling like your emotions are all over the place? Struggling to fall asleep or finding yourself waking up in the middle of the night? Maybe you are caught in a binge-restrict cycle, resulting in a strained relationship with food, body image, and weight. If so, you are not alone. With the right strategies that account for your unique neurobiology, it’s possible to be in control of your mental health, heal disordered eating, and feel like the best version of yourself. Empowerment starts by working with your mind, not against it.
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.
Worried your child is not getting the nutrition they need for growth? Stressed about mealtime meltdowns? Trying to figure out what foods are causing pain, bloating, loose stools? Is your baby refusing to eat solids? Looking for ways to make eating enjoyable for your child, to build positive food interaction , to have them grow consistently ?
Worried your child is not getting the nutrition they need for growth? Stressed about mealtime meltdowns? Trying to figure out what foods are causing pain, bloating, loose stools? Is your baby refusing to eat solids? Looking for ways to make eating enjoyable for your child, to build positive food interaction , to have them grow consistently ?
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
Empower Nutrition & Wellness Co - Courtney Wilson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MScFN , RD
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi there - Welcome to Empower Nutrition & Wellness Co. I am so excited to share that Empower is accepting clients for 1-on-1 virtual nutrition counselling in Ontario.
A little bit about me: I am a Registered Dietitian in Ontario and 2025 marks my 10th year in practice. I’ve worked in a variety of clinical settings; however, my absolute passion area of practice is working with people who experience challenges in their relationships with food and body. I also specialize in eating disorder and disordered eating support.
Unsure of where to start or if we'd be a good fit? Let's connect via free discovery call.
Hi there - Welcome to Empower Nutrition & Wellness Co. I am so excited to share that Empower is accepting clients for 1-on-1 virtual nutrition counselling in Ontario.
A little bit about me: I am a Registered Dietitian in Ontario and 2025 marks my 10th year in practice. I’ve worked in a variety of clinical settings; however, my absolute passion area of practice is working with people who experience challenges in their relationships with food and body. I also specialize in eating disorder and disordered eating support.
Unsure of where to start or if we'd be a good fit? Let's connect via free discovery call.
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Autism Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is the link between autism and diet?
While there is no evidence to suggest that autism is caused by diet, some individuals with autism face challenges related to food that highlight the importance of considering how diet and autism may be connected. Studies have shown that individuals with autism are more likely to have inadequate food intake compared to the general population. Many people with autism experience feeding issues due to sensory-related challenges. Just as loud sounds or bright lights can trigger sensory overload, the consistency, texture, smell, and strong taste of some foods can similarly cause sensory overload for individuals with autism, potentially leading to food aversion and/or malnutrition. Additionally, studies have indicated that individuals with autism often have different concentrations of bacteria within their gut microbiome, which may influence their response to food; however, much more research is needed to fully understand this connection.
What is autism food aversion?
Autism-related food aversion occurs when individuals with autism strongly dislike specific foods. This aversion is often triggered by sensory experiences such as texture, taste, smell, or how the food is presented. Some individuals with autism may also avoid certain foods due to concerns about choking or difficulty swallowing. The specific foods that individuals with autism avoid can vary widely. For example, crunchy foods like chips or carrots may be avoided due to the intense sensory experience they provide when eaten. On the other hand, soft foods with a gooey texture, such as applesauce or cottage cheese, may also trigger food aversion because of their specific textures.
What diet is best for people with autism?
There is no single best diet for individuals with autism, but experts generally recommend a balanced, plant-based diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat proteins. However, due to potential food aversions, maintaining this balanced diet can be challenging for some. In such cases, experimenting with different foods and cooking methods may become important to ensure adequate nutrition. For example, while raw vegetables may be off-putting to some with autism due to sensory-related aversions, cooking them might make them more appealing and easier to consume. This illustrates that the presentation and preparation of food can often be more crucial than the specific type of food consumed. Ultimately, this tailored approach to individual sensory sensitivities and preferences can be essential to ensure that individuals with autism can still meet their nutritional needs.
Should people with autism see a dietitian?
Individuals with autism may benefit from seeing a dietitian if their challenges around food are impacting their ability to eat a healthy and balanced diet. For instance, if food-related sensory issues are limiting the ability of someone with autism to eat essential vitamins and minerals, a dietitian may be able to suggest strategies to overcome these challenges. It is important to look for a dietitian who has expertise in autism, as not all dietitians may be knowledgeable about working with individuals on the autism spectrum. In addition, it is important to look for a dietitian who is willing to work with other professionals of the individual's care team, such as therapists, who may also be working on topics related to food.