Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians in 01035

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Marit Harney
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, IFNCP
Hadley, MA 01035
Marit Harney is a Registered Dietitian, practicing functional nutrition. Her private practice is at AEGIS Physical Therapy in Hadley, MA. She has been in the fitness and nutrition space for 17 years and has worked with a wide variety of patients. She specializes in digestive wellness (IBS, Celiac Disease, IBD, food allergies and sensitivities, GERD etc), though she also commonly helps with the following health concerns: Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Hypercholesterolemia, Autoimmune Diseases, Prenatal nutrition, and skin issues (acne, psoriasis, eczema, etc).
Marit Harney is a Registered Dietitian, practicing functional nutrition. Her private practice is at AEGIS Physical Therapy in Hadley, MA. She has been in the fitness and nutrition space for 17 years and has worked with a wide variety of patients. She specializes in digestive wellness (IBS, Celiac Disease, IBD, food allergies and sensitivities, GERD etc), though she also commonly helps with the following health concerns: Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension, Hypercholesterolemia, Autoimmune Diseases, Prenatal nutrition, and skin issues (acne, psoriasis, eczema, etc).
(413) 320-4550 View (413) 320-4550

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

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Wellpoint Health Solutions
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MSHS, RD, LDN, CDN
Wilbraham, MA 01095
We are offering In-Office and Telehealth visits for all your Nutrition Counseling needs.
We are a group of Dietitians and Nurse Practitioners here to help you manage and treat a whole host of conditions with lifestyle education including obesity, diabetes, IBS, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, reflux, food allergies and many more. We offer Integrative Nutrition and Wellness one-on-one support, group classes, personal training and supplements to help you reach your health goals. We have a solution that will work for everyone!
We are offering In-Office and Telehealth visits for all your Nutrition Counseling needs.
We are a group of Dietitians and Nurse Practitioners here to help you manage and treat a whole host of conditions with lifestyle education including obesity, diabetes, IBS, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, reflux, food allergies and many more. We offer Integrative Nutrition and Wellness one-on-one support, group classes, personal training and supplements to help you reach your health goals. We have a solution that will work for everyone!
(413) 225-8962 View (413) 225-8962
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Happy Valley Nutrition, PC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Amherst, MA 01002
Do you ever eat beyond the point of fullness or feel guilty for what you ate? Do you find yourself eating for reasons other than hunger? Have you tried a diet (or a lifetime of diets) and "failed," only to put the weight back on...and then some? Are you frustrated by your relationship to food and your body? Do you know what to do but have a hard time following through? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are not alone and you are in the right place! Happy Valley Nutrition is the Pioneer Valley's ONLY group practice of weight-inclusive, fat-positive, HAES-aligned RDs.
Do you ever eat beyond the point of fullness or feel guilty for what you ate? Do you find yourself eating for reasons other than hunger? Have you tried a diet (or a lifetime of diets) and "failed," only to put the weight back on...and then some? Are you frustrated by your relationship to food and your body? Do you know what to do but have a hard time following through? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are not alone and you are in the right place! Happy Valley Nutrition is the Pioneer Valley's ONLY group practice of weight-inclusive, fat-positive, HAES-aligned RDs.
(413) 461-2260 View (413) 461-2260
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Amber Cross
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, MBA
Westfield, MA 01085
Do you feel like you've tried every diet and exercise program out there, only to end up more confused and frustrated than when you started? Are you tired of losing and regaining the same weight over and over? Trying to reach performance goals in the gym but exhausted? Or maybe you are dealing with chronic health conditions, such as EoE or IBS and don't know how to eat. You deserve support from someone who gets it! Someone who won't judge your past attempts, has been there before, and can help you build lasting habits that fit your real life, your health conditions, and your goals.
Do you feel like you've tried every diet and exercise program out there, only to end up more confused and frustrated than when you started? Are you tired of losing and regaining the same weight over and over? Trying to reach performance goals in the gym but exhausted? Or maybe you are dealing with chronic health conditions, such as EoE or IBS and don't know how to eat. You deserve support from someone who gets it! Someone who won't judge your past attempts, has been there before, and can help you build lasting habits that fit your real life, your health conditions, and your goals.
(413) 225-4533 View (413) 225-4533
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Jennifer Carlson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CYT
Serves Area
Jennifer has a master of science degree in food and nutrition, is a Registered Dietitian and a yoga teacher. She provides both in person as well as virtual services. For over 15 years, she has provided nutrition related services to thousands of people in a variety of settings including hospitals, psychiatric facilities, community health centers, schools, cafes, bakeries, restaurants and more. For the past decade, she has provided medical nutrition therapy to clients as a licensed dietitian. In 2021 she opened her private practice, Peace and Power LLC. Learn more at www.peaceful-nutrition.com!
Jennifer has a master of science degree in food and nutrition, is a Registered Dietitian and a yoga teacher. She provides both in person as well as virtual services. For over 15 years, she has provided nutrition related services to thousands of people in a variety of settings including hospitals, psychiatric facilities, community health centers, schools, cafes, bakeries, restaurants and more. For the past decade, she has provided medical nutrition therapy to clients as a licensed dietitian. In 2021 she opened her private practice, Peace and Power LLC. Learn more at www.peaceful-nutrition.com!
(774) 484-1477 View (774) 484-1477
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Jacqui Campbell
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN, LDN
Serves Area
My goal with all my clients is to help them form and foster a healthy relationship with food. I do not do diets or quick weight loss. I help people eat to nourish their bodies and minds, overcome fear foods and food rules and eat with freedom. I work with clients of all ages and health concerns. I have several years experience working with eating disorders.
My goal with all my clients is to help them form and foster a healthy relationship with food. I do not do diets or quick weight loss. I help people eat to nourish their bodies and minds, overcome fear foods and food rules and eat with freedom. I work with clients of all ages and health concerns. I have several years experience working with eating disorders.
(860) 200-3742 View (860) 200-3742
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer a unique, integrated approach where therapy and nutrition counseling happen in tandem.
I work with individuals who are accustomed to high performance but find themselves privately exhausted by a complicated relationship with food and their bodies. If you look capable and successful on the outside while struggling with perfectionism, burnout, or a cycle of restricting and overeating, I understand the weight of that silence. In my work, I provide my clients with a coordinated and compassionate path to recovery. As well as, incorporating strategies for mental health and physical nourishment, helping you move beyond rigid rules to find lasting, evidence-based peace.
I offer a unique, integrated approach where therapy and nutrition counseling happen in tandem.
I work with individuals who are accustomed to high performance but find themselves privately exhausted by a complicated relationship with food and their bodies. If you look capable and successful on the outside while struggling with perfectionism, burnout, or a cycle of restricting and overeating, I understand the weight of that silence. In my work, I provide my clients with a coordinated and compassionate path to recovery. As well as, incorporating strategies for mental health and physical nourishment, helping you move beyond rigid rules to find lasting, evidence-based peace.
(857) 688-5927 View (857) 688-5927
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Starting nutrition counseling can feel vulnerable, especially when food or body image has felt overwhelming.
I help clients navigate eating disorder recovery, disordered eating, body image concerns, and the stress of building a healthier relationship with food. My style is warm, collaborative, and realistic—not about perfection, judgment, or rigid rules. In our first session, I want to understand what you are hoping for, where you have been, and what feels hardest right now. Whether you are actively struggling, stepping down from higher care, worried about relapse, or trying to maintain balanced eating, we move at a pace that feels supportive, clinically appropriate, and sustainable.
Starting nutrition counseling can feel vulnerable, especially when food or body image has felt overwhelming.
I help clients navigate eating disorder recovery, disordered eating, body image concerns, and the stress of building a healthier relationship with food. My style is warm, collaborative, and realistic—not about perfection, judgment, or rigid rules. In our first session, I want to understand what you are hoping for, where you have been, and what feels hardest right now. Whether you are actively struggling, stepping down from higher care, worried about relapse, or trying to maintain balanced eating, we move at a pace that feels supportive, clinically appropriate, and sustainable.
(508) 374-9602 View (508) 374-9602
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Sheila Bray Moriarty
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Online Only
I’m a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorders and helping people rebuild a more steady, trusting relationship with food. If you’re feeling stuck in cycles of restriction, bingeing, or constant thoughts about food and your body, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay this way. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space to help you eat more consistently, feel more grounded around food, and move toward a place of greater ease and flexibility. My approach is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in both clinical experience and real-life practicality.
I’m a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorders and helping people rebuild a more steady, trusting relationship with food. If you’re feeling stuck in cycles of restriction, bingeing, or constant thoughts about food and your body, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to stay this way. I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space to help you eat more consistently, feel more grounded around food, and move toward a place of greater ease and flexibility. My approach is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in both clinical experience and real-life practicality.
(229) 633-4504 View (229) 633-4504
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Karen Kiver Patalano
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MBA, RD, LDN, CDE
Online Only
Areas of specialty include weight management, avoiding or lowering medications for diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol as well as food sensitivities and sports nutrition. I focus on individual's specific nutritional needs from healthy cooking ideas to supporting extreme fitness endeavors. You will receive recommendations for diet and lifestyle changes to meet your personalized needs and goals. Clients keep a detailed food intake and exercise record using a free online log. By supporting gradual changes over time, the priority is to instill a greater balance in clients thereby creating a more permanent transformation to achieve weight, medical and lifestyle goals.
Areas of specialty include weight management, avoiding or lowering medications for diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol as well as food sensitivities and sports nutrition. I focus on individual's specific nutritional needs from healthy cooking ideas to supporting extreme fitness endeavors. You will receive recommendations for diet and lifestyle changes to meet your personalized needs and goals. Clients keep a detailed food intake and exercise record using a free online log. By supporting gradual changes over time, the priority is to instill a greater balance in clients thereby creating a more permanent transformation to achieve weight, medical and lifestyle goals.
(508) 841-3561 View (508) 841-3561
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Cara Schrager
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN, CDCES
Online Only
I have over a decade of experience in nutrition counseling with a special focus in working with people with diabetes and weight management.
I specialize in diabetes and weight management. I offer personalized, 1:1 nutrition counseling sessions. As a diabetes educator, I have over a decade of experience with PreDM, T1D, T2D, and Gestational Diabetes. I have experience working with individuals on GLP-1 medications for weight management and/or diabetes control.
I have over a decade of experience in nutrition counseling with a special focus in working with people with diabetes and weight management.
I specialize in diabetes and weight management. I offer personalized, 1:1 nutrition counseling sessions. As a diabetes educator, I have over a decade of experience with PreDM, T1D, T2D, and Gestational Diabetes. I have experience working with individuals on GLP-1 medications for weight management and/or diabetes control.
(508) 501-7872 View (508) 501-7872

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Naturally Natalie RDN
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, RYT
Boston, MA 02116
With experience working in clinical dietetics, nutrition education, and eating disorder treatment, I've seen just how important a good nutritional foundation is for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I see clients via Telehealth in my virtual practice to help with various concerns such as eating disorders and disordered eating, stress management, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, intuitive eating, health concerns (stress, elevated cholesterol, hypertension, blood sugar management, etc.), or just a desire to improve overall health and well-being.
With experience working in clinical dietetics, nutrition education, and eating disorder treatment, I've seen just how important a good nutritional foundation is for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I see clients via Telehealth in my virtual practice to help with various concerns such as eating disorders and disordered eating, stress management, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, intuitive eating, health concerns (stress, elevated cholesterol, hypertension, blood sugar management, etc.), or just a desire to improve overall health and well-being.
(401) 210-0678 View (401) 210-0678
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Hannah Pfohl
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC
Boston, MA 02201
I provide in-person and virtual nutrition counseling.
Hi, I'm Hannah! An anti-diet, HAES-aligned, Registered Dietitian and body image specialist dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with food and cultivate body confidence. I empower clients to find love and compassion for themselves as well as freedom from chronic dieting and disordered eating. My work guides clients to rewire thinking about food and eating to ditch dieting for good and finally feel freedom and peace around food. I uses somatic meditations to teach individuals to interpret and respond to the hidden messages lying within the physical body.
I provide in-person and virtual nutrition counseling.
Hi, I'm Hannah! An anti-diet, HAES-aligned, Registered Dietitian and body image specialist dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with food and cultivate body confidence. I empower clients to find love and compassion for themselves as well as freedom from chronic dieting and disordered eating. My work guides clients to rewire thinking about food and eating to ditch dieting for good and finally feel freedom and peace around food. I uses somatic meditations to teach individuals to interpret and respond to the hidden messages lying within the physical body.
(215) 608-1402 View (215) 608-1402
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Sanford Nutrition Consulting
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Holliston, MA 01746
Hello! I’m a registered, licensed dietitian with more than 30 years of experience helping people create healthy eating habits in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. My approach is practical and personalized, and my recommendations emphasize sustainable changes that fit your lifestyle. My areas of specialty include IBS management (and the low FODMAP diet), weight management, heart health, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes. I offer both in person and virtual appointments and accept all major insurance plans. Please contact me by phone or visit my website to schedule an appointment or learn more about my services.
Hello! I’m a registered, licensed dietitian with more than 30 years of experience helping people create healthy eating habits in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. My approach is practical and personalized, and my recommendations emphasize sustainable changes that fit your lifestyle. My areas of specialty include IBS management (and the low FODMAP diet), weight management, heart health, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes. I offer both in person and virtual appointments and accept all major insurance plans. Please contact me by phone or visit my website to schedule an appointment or learn more about my services.
(508) 306-8825 View (508) 306-8825
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Cristine Seitz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS , RD, LDN
Brookline, MA 02445
Cristine Seitz is a Registered Dietitian committed to providing supportive and individualized nutrition counseling focused on what feels best for your body and life.
We will work together to sustainably create change to meet your goals, working in a non-judgmental way to foster a positive relationship with food and your body.
Cristine Seitz is a Registered Dietitian committed to providing supportive and individualized nutrition counseling focused on what feels best for your body and life.
We will work together to sustainably create change to meet your goals, working in a non-judgmental way to foster a positive relationship with food and your body.
(508) 500-1229 View (508) 500-1229
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Silva Barrasso
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
Beverly, MA 01915
The nutrition counseling I offer, and that I find most effective for lasting results, is based on an inside-out transformation centered on your innermost motivation system.
*Read reviews on my website's home page* Health expression is unique to the individual and requires a personalized approach, a thorough understanding of the whole lifestyle, and respect for the personal journey. I use integrative nutrition and mind-body medicine for a holistic approach to help improve chronic disease symptoms and help you reach optimal health. The earlier you begin your work towards improving your diet, increasing your physical activity, as well as reducing your mental and emotional stress, the stronger the chance of preventing a wide range of chronic illnesses with physical and mental symptoms.
The nutrition counseling I offer, and that I find most effective for lasting results, is based on an inside-out transformation centered on your innermost motivation system.
*Read reviews on my website's home page* Health expression is unique to the individual and requires a personalized approach, a thorough understanding of the whole lifestyle, and respect for the personal journey. I use integrative nutrition and mind-body medicine for a holistic approach to help improve chronic disease symptoms and help you reach optimal health. The earlier you begin your work towards improving your diet, increasing your physical activity, as well as reducing your mental and emotional stress, the stronger the chance of preventing a wide range of chronic illnesses with physical and mental symptoms.
(978) 288-0281 View (978) 288-0281
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Kristine Berube
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, RYT-500
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your relationship with food, exercise, or body image? I’m here to support you in finding a healthier, more balanced way to approach these aspects of your life. You deserve to feel at peace with your body and to trust yourself. Together, we can work on building a positive relationship with food and movement, helping you embrace a more nourishing and respectful mindset. Let’s take steps toward a more fulfilling and joyful experience with your body and well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your relationship with food, exercise, or body image? I’m here to support you in finding a healthier, more balanced way to approach these aspects of your life. You deserve to feel at peace with your body and to trust yourself. Together, we can work on building a positive relationship with food and movement, helping you embrace a more nourishing and respectful mindset. Let’s take steps toward a more fulfilling and joyful experience with your body and well-being.
(339) 217-8340 View (339) 217-8340
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Hannah Auldridge
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CEDS
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02124
Hannah works with individuals aged 15 and up and has a special interest in supporting athletes and former athletes—people who often experience unique challenges related to performance, food, and body image. She brings experience from higher levels of care and has supported clients with a wide range of eating disorder diagnoses, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder (BED), ARFID, and OSFED.
Hannah works with individuals aged 15 and up and has a special interest in supporting athletes and former athletes—people who often experience unique challenges related to performance, food, and body image. She brings experience from higher levels of care and has supported clients with a wide range of eating disorder diagnoses, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder (BED), ARFID, and OSFED.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Alysha Gebo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
1 Endorsed
Acushnet, MA 02743
What if the problem isn’t your willpower - but the way diet culture has taught you to disconnect from your body? Maybe you’ve spent years measuring worth in calories, steps, or the number on the scale. You follow the rules, until you can’t - then feel like you’ve failed. The cycle is exhausting: restrict, obsess, lose control, repeat. You’re not broken- you’ve just spent so long trying to control your body that you’ve missed the wisdom it’s been offering all along. You want to eat without guilt, live without fear, and finally feel free in your own skin.
What if the problem isn’t your willpower - but the way diet culture has taught you to disconnect from your body? Maybe you’ve spent years measuring worth in calories, steps, or the number on the scale. You follow the rules, until you can’t - then feel like you’ve failed. The cycle is exhausting: restrict, obsess, lose control, repeat. You’re not broken- you’ve just spent so long trying to control your body that you’ve missed the wisdom it’s been offering all along. You want to eat without guilt, live without fear, and finally feel free in your own skin.
(508) 403-7820 View (508) 403-7820
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Ashley Vazquez
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CEDS-C
1 Endorsed
Medway, MA 02053
Ashley Vazquez is a non-diet certified eating disorder specialist and IAEDP approved consultant working to help individuals with eating disorders, disordered eating, negative body image, and chronic dieting, improve their relationship with food since 2012. Ashley's goal in working with clients is to help them find freedom from food and achieve optimal health. Ashley has experience working with individuals in a variety of care settings (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient) and truly believes the importance of strong team approach.
Ashley Vazquez is a non-diet certified eating disorder specialist and IAEDP approved consultant working to help individuals with eating disorders, disordered eating, negative body image, and chronic dieting, improve their relationship with food since 2012. Ashley's goal in working with clients is to help them find freedom from food and achieve optimal health. Ashley has experience working with individuals in a variety of care settings (inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient) and truly believes the importance of strong team approach.
(774) 854-8675 View (774) 854-8675
Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is nutrition counseling?
Nutrition counseling refers to the services provided by a Registered Dietitian (RD) that focus on diet and nutrition. Individuals often seek nutrition counseling to make diet-related lifestyle changes, especially after being diagnosed with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease. However, nutrition counseling is not limited to these cases, and it can often benefit anyone looking to improve their overall health. Nutrition counselors also often address other aspects of a healthy lifestyle within sessions, such as advising on physical activity, chronic disease management, and mental health. They provide guidance and motivation, often adopting a holistic approach to support clients in achieving their health and wellbeing goals.

Who should see a nutrition counselor?
Many people can benefit from seeing a nutrition counselor; however, individuals with (or at risk of developing) chronic medical conditions or who have specific dietary challenges (for example, IBS, Crohn's disease, etc.) may find a nutrition counselor particularly helpful. Nutrition counselors are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so consulting a dietitian if you have a chronic condition can be greatly beneficial. Nutrition professionals can help clients understand how their diet impacts their symptoms and suggest strategies to improve overall health. Additionally, dietitians can coordinate with other medical professionals, such as primary care physicians or specialty physicians, to help support the client's overall health.

What happens during a nutrition counseling session?
Nutrition counseling is fundamentally focused on a client's individual health goals. The initial session with a nutrition professional typically involves an evaluation, during which the dietitian seeks to understand the client's reasons for seeking nutrition counseling. This session typically includes discussing the client's health history, current eating habits, lifestyle, and specific nutrition counseling goals. In follow-up sessions, the client and dietitian will typically review progress toward these goals, and the dietitian may examine the client's food intake and suggest areas for improvement. They may also educate the client on diet-related topics, such as ensuring adequate consumption of fruits and vegetables or reducing sodium intake. Additionally, nutrition counselors can help clients stay accountable for other lifestyle changes that support overall health, such as regular exercise, smoking cessation, or moderating alcohol consumption.

What should I look for in a nutrition counselor?
Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from managing medical conditions to addressing lifestyle concerns like weight loss or specific dietary requirements. When looking for a nutrition counselor, it is essential to find someone with expertise in the area of nutrition relevant to your needs. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals in your area to determine the best fit. Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, making it important to look for a professional with RD credentials. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you may be interested in seeking out an RD with specialized expertise, such as a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) or a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), as these credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area.