Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians in 01950

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Jolene O'Brien
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Newburyport, MA 01950
I am a No Diet Dietitian dedicated to empowering my clients with evidence-based nutrition education. With 12 years of experience as a middle school teacher, raising a family, and helping hundreds of aspiring Registered Dietitians prepare for their board exams, I’ve brought my passion for education into my work as a nutrition counselor by making complex concepts clear, practical, and sustainable.
I am a No Diet Dietitian dedicated to empowering my clients with evidence-based nutrition education. With 12 years of experience as a middle school teacher, raising a family, and helping hundreds of aspiring Registered Dietitians prepare for their board exams, I’ve brought my passion for education into my work as a nutrition counselor by making complex concepts clear, practical, and sustainable.
(774) 332-5723 View (774) 332-5723
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Sue St. Martin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Serves Area
I center client-care on compassionate, inclusive, nutrition counseling and therapy for teens and adults.
I couple my passion for improving your relationship with food with keen clinical skills to collaboratively address your unique nutritional needs. Food is not just fuel for function...it is also about...connection, creativity, and community; celebration, self-expression, self-love; passion, experimentation and play.
I center client-care on compassionate, inclusive, nutrition counseling and therapy for teens and adults.
I couple my passion for improving your relationship with food with keen clinical skills to collaboratively address your unique nutritional needs. Food is not just fuel for function...it is also about...connection, creativity, and community; celebration, self-expression, self-love; passion, experimentation and play.
(603) 642-6652 View (603) 642-6652
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Christine Huntley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
Serves Area
I am passionate about nutrition and believe that food should be enjoyed! I am excited about the opportunity to help you achieve your personal health goals using a holistic approach that not only looks at nutrition, but strengthens all the pillars of health, including sleep, movement, and stress. As a busy mom of young children, I understand the challenges of staying on a healthy path. Personal experience with a hectic lifestyle, stress, and insomnia opened my eyes to the importance of uncovering root causes in order to begin the process of re-balancing life.
I am passionate about nutrition and believe that food should be enjoyed! I am excited about the opportunity to help you achieve your personal health goals using a holistic approach that not only looks at nutrition, but strengthens all the pillars of health, including sleep, movement, and stress. As a busy mom of young children, I understand the challenges of staying on a healthy path. Personal experience with a hectic lifestyle, stress, and insomnia opened my eyes to the importance of uncovering root causes in order to begin the process of re-balancing life.
(351) 277-3403 View (351) 277-3403
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Silva Barrasso
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
Serves Area
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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Fuel2Live Nutrition, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CSSD, LD
Serves Area
Nutrition counseling helps provide guidance and accountability to optimize dietary intake for your health goals.
Fuel2Live Nutrition, LLC’s mission is to educate athletes on how to properly fuel their bodies for enhanced sports performance, increased strength and lean muscle mass, and everyday life. With a primary focus on CrossFit and strength training, Fuel2Live helps take the guesswork out of healthy eating to fuel your life and your fitness goals. You will learn how to eat all your favorite foods, boost metabolism, ditch dieting for good, and find the optimal way to fuel YOUR body and YOUR life, no matter what season you are in. Nutrition specialties include Sports Nutrition and Performance, Weight Management, Women's Health and Wellness.
Nutrition counseling helps provide guidance and accountability to optimize dietary intake for your health goals.
Fuel2Live Nutrition, LLC’s mission is to educate athletes on how to properly fuel their bodies for enhanced sports performance, increased strength and lean muscle mass, and everyday life. With a primary focus on CrossFit and strength training, Fuel2Live helps take the guesswork out of healthy eating to fuel your life and your fitness goals. You will learn how to eat all your favorite foods, boost metabolism, ditch dieting for good, and find the optimal way to fuel YOUR body and YOUR life, no matter what season you are in. Nutrition specialties include Sports Nutrition and Performance, Weight Management, Women's Health and Wellness.
(617) 841-2899 View (617) 841-2899
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NourishRX Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CEDS-C
Online Only
This personalized plan may include 1:1 nutrition counseling, family coaching, meal and mood log monitoring, meal planning, and micronutrient testing.
Are you struggling with anxiety around meals, guilt after eating, or physical issues like digestive problems or hormonal imbalances? Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of dieting, restriction, or binging with no end in sight? Maybe you’re watching your child struggle with body image or refusing to eat, leaving you feeling worried and helpless. We understand that healing from an eating disorder isn’t just about food—it’s about rebuilding trust with your body and mind. Our personalized, non-judgmental approach helps you develop healthy habits. Our dietitians are here to guide you in reclaiming your health and finding long-term balance.
This personalized plan may include 1:1 nutrition counseling, family coaching, meal and mood log monitoring, meal planning, and micronutrient testing.
Are you struggling with anxiety around meals, guilt after eating, or physical issues like digestive problems or hormonal imbalances? Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of dieting, restriction, or binging with no end in sight? Maybe you’re watching your child struggle with body image or refusing to eat, leaving you feeling worried and helpless. We understand that healing from an eating disorder isn’t just about food—it’s about rebuilding trust with your body and mind. Our personalized, non-judgmental approach helps you develop healthy habits. Our dietitians are here to guide you in reclaiming your health and finding long-term balance.
(978) 451-7224 View (978) 451-7224

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

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Navigate Nutrition with Jaimie Winkler, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CEDS-C
Salem, MA 01970
You are the expert on you, but don't know where to start. The expanse of the internet often provides confusing, unprofessional, and potentially harmful information about nutrition, weight, and health. I am not focused on "perfect" nutrition. Does it even exist? Let's look at the health and weight messages that influence you and find out what's relevant to YOU. Person versus population. We will have an honest conversation about what you need to focus on and how to make it happen. People expect a dietitian to judge them - but most people leave my office with hope, feeling like they are supported in making incremental change.
You are the expert on you, but don't know where to start. The expanse of the internet often provides confusing, unprofessional, and potentially harmful information about nutrition, weight, and health. I am not focused on "perfect" nutrition. Does it even exist? Let's look at the health and weight messages that influence you and find out what's relevant to YOU. Person versus population. We will have an honest conversation about what you need to focus on and how to make it happen. People expect a dietitian to judge them - but most people leave my office with hope, feeling like they are supported in making incremental change.
(617) 917-3217 View (617) 917-3217
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Linda S Nikolakopoulos
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES
1 Endorsed
Danvers, MA 01923
Hello, my name is Linda and I have been a Registered Dietitian for the past 25+ years. I have developed an expertise in healthy weight loss and weight management, as well as a certification in nutrition for diabetes management. If you'd like to be rid of dieting once and for all and learn to live a healthy lifestyle with balanced eating, give me a call! I use a non-diet approach and promote mindful and fulfilling eating which is customized and tailor-made for each specific client. I look forward to working with you towards your nutrition goals!
Hello, my name is Linda and I have been a Registered Dietitian for the past 25+ years. I have developed an expertise in healthy weight loss and weight management, as well as a certification in nutrition for diabetes management. If you'd like to be rid of dieting once and for all and learn to live a healthy lifestyle with balanced eating, give me a call! I use a non-diet approach and promote mindful and fulfilling eating which is customized and tailor-made for each specific client. I look forward to working with you towards your nutrition goals!
(978) 767-2390 View (978) 767-2390
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Stuti Purohit
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Serves Area
I am a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience in clinical nutrition. I provide evidence based and practical nutrition therapy to clients with Diabetes, Heart problems, GI conditions – IBS, Chron’s disease, Ulcerative colitis , gastroparesis and pre and post partum pregnancy. Being of Indian origin I have special expertise in tailoring nutrition interventions for the typical South Asian diet. I also specialize in interventions to suit vegan and vegetarian diets. My goal is to help my clients achieve their goals without compromising on the pleasures of food.
I am a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience in clinical nutrition. I provide evidence based and practical nutrition therapy to clients with Diabetes, Heart problems, GI conditions – IBS, Chron’s disease, Ulcerative colitis , gastroparesis and pre and post partum pregnancy. Being of Indian origin I have special expertise in tailoring nutrition interventions for the typical South Asian diet. I also specialize in interventions to suit vegan and vegetarian diets. My goal is to help my clients achieve their goals without compromising on the pleasures of food.
(781) 437-7745 View (781) 437-7745
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Lauren Smith Nutrition Coaching LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Serves Area
My name is Lauren and I am the founder of Lauren’s Balanced Bites, a virtual nutrition counseling practice that works with ages 14 and up!
We offer 1:1 virtual nutrition counseling sessions, with the ability to add on support in between sessions. This includes zoom calls, access to an app where you can message us in between sessions, log your food, and receive custom materials to support your nutrition goals.
My name is Lauren and I am the founder of Lauren’s Balanced Bites, a virtual nutrition counseling practice that works with ages 14 and up!
We offer 1:1 virtual nutrition counseling sessions, with the ability to add on support in between sessions. This includes zoom calls, access to an app where you can message us in between sessions, log your food, and receive custom materials to support your nutrition goals.
(484) 209-0787 View (484) 209-0787
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Dear Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
At Dear Nutrition we specialize in digestive health and eating disorders and have a particular interest in how the two intersect. For clients struggling with digestive issues, we help make changes to overcome pain and discomfort from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating, GERD/reflux, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, ulcerative colitis, gastroparesis, and other GI-related conditions.
At Dear Nutrition we specialize in digestive health and eating disorders and have a particular interest in how the two intersect. For clients struggling with digestive issues, we help make changes to overcome pain and discomfort from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating, GERD/reflux, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, ulcerative colitis, gastroparesis, and other GI-related conditions.
(617) 544-2647 View (617) 544-2647
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Samantha McCarthy
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Haverhill, MA 01835
If you’re here, you probably want to feel better, have more energy, and finally build habits that stick—but life keeps getting in the way. Maybe you know what to do but can’t stay consistent, your schedule makes healthy eating feel impossible, or you’re overwhelmed by mixed messages and past diets that never worked. As a registered dietitian, I help you cut through the noise, simplify nutrition, and create realistic, sustainable habits that fit your life—so you can feel confident and in control again.
If you’re here, you probably want to feel better, have more energy, and finally build habits that stick—but life keeps getting in the way. Maybe you know what to do but can’t stay consistent, your schedule makes healthy eating feel impossible, or you’re overwhelmed by mixed messages and past diets that never worked. As a registered dietitian, I help you cut through the noise, simplify nutrition, and create realistic, sustainable habits that fit your life—so you can feel confident and in control again.
(351) 666-8351 x121 View (351) 666-8351 x121
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Eric Reardon
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNC
Serves Area
Get help with weight concerns, fatigue, digestive issues, hormone imbalances and more. Functional nutrition and fitness training all under one roof at our new location in Acton, Ma. Distance consults also provided for those not in the local area.
Get help with weight concerns, fatigue, digestive issues, hormone imbalances and more. Functional nutrition and fitness training all under one roof at our new location in Acton, Ma. Distance consults also provided for those not in the local area.
(978) 212-9914 View (978) 212-9914
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Danielle S Lavallee
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CLC
Woburn, MA 01801
What brought you here today? Did you or a family member receive a new diagnosis? The words hypertension, diabetes, failure to thrive, “overweight,” can be alarming. Maybe the last diet failed you and you’re looking for some permanent peace with food? Perhaps you are bombarded with information about eating and have no idea what to believe or how to make sense of it all. Every food decision is a stressor and, well, is that what they mean by “wellness”? We don’t think so. Our team of experienced dietitians work to provide peace around food. Making eating easy, because life is complicated enough.
What brought you here today? Did you or a family member receive a new diagnosis? The words hypertension, diabetes, failure to thrive, “overweight,” can be alarming. Maybe the last diet failed you and you’re looking for some permanent peace with food? Perhaps you are bombarded with information about eating and have no idea what to believe or how to make sense of it all. Every food decision is a stressor and, well, is that what they mean by “wellness”? We don’t think so. Our team of experienced dietitians work to provide peace around food. Making eating easy, because life is complicated enough.
(617) 315-2892 View (617) 315-2892
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Jenna Volpe
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CLT
Woburn, MA 01801
Are you DONE with feeling tired and inflamed? Do you eat relatively healthy but something is not working for you, and you can't figure it out? Using a holistic and functional nutrition approach, I help people to reverse and heal their gut issues naturally (using food and herbal medicine) so you may enjoy a more vibrant, empowered life!
Are you DONE with feeling tired and inflamed? Do you eat relatively healthy but something is not working for you, and you can't figure it out? Using a holistic and functional nutrition approach, I help people to reverse and heal their gut issues naturally (using food and herbal medicine) so you may enjoy a more vibrant, empowered life!
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Gwen G Johnson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Serves Area
During one-on-one nutrition counseling sessions with Gwen, individually-tailored, balanced, and sustainable nutrition plans will be developed together.
Gwen is a Registered Dietitian with over 25 years of experience in the field of Nutrition and the owner of Sage Nutrition Solutions, LLC. She is a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Gwen is an advocate of balanced nutrition and has an all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle philosophy. Using a science-based, individualized approach, Gwen's nutritional counseling, support, and guidance will help you manage your overall health, prevent and treat new or chronic conditions, optimize exercise performance, and build a healthy relationship with food and body.
During one-on-one nutrition counseling sessions with Gwen, individually-tailored, balanced, and sustainable nutrition plans will be developed together.
Gwen is a Registered Dietitian with over 25 years of experience in the field of Nutrition and the owner of Sage Nutrition Solutions, LLC. She is a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Gwen is an advocate of balanced nutrition and has an all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle philosophy. Using a science-based, individualized approach, Gwen's nutritional counseling, support, and guidance will help you manage your overall health, prevent and treat new or chronic conditions, optimize exercise performance, and build a healthy relationship with food and body.
(978) 581-1903 View (978) 581-1903
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Amanda Ruth Stegmann
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, LDN, LSW
Marblehead, MA 01945
As a Dietitian and Licensed social worker, I'm well versed in mental health and its impact on nutrition and relationship with food. I like to collaborate with my clients to make SMART goals with their participation to provide support to manage disordered eating thoughts and behaviors, conquer fears, and implement intuitive eating techniques to enjoy food freedom while improving your healt. I enjoy helping clients make food choices that meet their lifestyle (and also taste good). For others who like the structure of a meal plan, I can provide custom meal plans with grocery lists, recipes, and an app for logging with private messaging
As a Dietitian and Licensed social worker, I'm well versed in mental health and its impact on nutrition and relationship with food. I like to collaborate with my clients to make SMART goals with their participation to provide support to manage disordered eating thoughts and behaviors, conquer fears, and implement intuitive eating techniques to enjoy food freedom while improving your healt. I enjoy helping clients make food choices that meet their lifestyle (and also taste good). For others who like the structure of a meal plan, I can provide custom meal plans with grocery lists, recipes, and an app for logging with private messaging
(617) 712-0411 View (617) 712-0411
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Erin Kuta
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LDN
Beverly, MA 01915
Waitlist for new clients
I offer in-person and virtual nutrition counseling and meal coaching to adults ages 17+.
I'm here to walk alongside you as you build nourishing habits that feel sustainable for your life—whether you're healing from a challenging relationship with food or navigating health concerns without the weight obsession cycle. Here's what I've learned through my own journey and years of practice: nutrition behavior change isn't just about what's on your plate. It's about zooming out to notice the bigger patterns that influence your eating, getting practical about the day-to-day realities (meal planning, cooking, the mental load of it all), and tuning into your internal world—thoughts, emotions, and what your body is telling you.
I offer in-person and virtual nutrition counseling and meal coaching to adults ages 17+.
I'm here to walk alongside you as you build nourishing habits that feel sustainable for your life—whether you're healing from a challenging relationship with food or navigating health concerns without the weight obsession cycle. Here's what I've learned through my own journey and years of practice: nutrition behavior change isn't just about what's on your plate. It's about zooming out to notice the bigger patterns that influence your eating, getting practical about the day-to-day realities (meal planning, cooking, the mental load of it all), and tuning into your internal world—thoughts, emotions, and what your body is telling you.
(781) 343-8981 View (781) 343-8981
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Kristen Waldecker
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CEDS
Online Only
Our society is deeply embedded in “diet culture” making it hard for us to navigate nourishing our bodies. Everybody's eating experience is different whether you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or a negative relationship with food. At Kind Nutrition Mind we will work to heal your broken relationship with food and build a foundation of evidenced based nutrition knowledge and practices based on your individual needs. Kristen practices with an evidenced based approach incorporating Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating (IE).
Our society is deeply embedded in “diet culture” making it hard for us to navigate nourishing our bodies. Everybody's eating experience is different whether you struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or a negative relationship with food. At Kind Nutrition Mind we will work to heal your broken relationship with food and build a foundation of evidenced based nutrition knowledge and practices based on your individual needs. Kristen practices with an evidenced based approach incorporating Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating (IE).
(978) 228-2720 View (978) 228-2720
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I help individuals break free from these patterns and rebuild a healthier, more compassionate relationship with food and their bodies through personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling.
As the founder and lead clinician of Actualize Counseling & Nutrition, I specialize in helping clients navigate emotional eating, eating disorders, and the frustrating cycle of restricting and overeating. Rather than focusing on extremes or quick fixes, my work centers on building consistency, balance, and long-term sustainability.
I help individuals break free from these patterns and rebuild a healthier, more compassionate relationship with food and their bodies through personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling.
As the founder and lead clinician of Actualize Counseling & Nutrition, I specialize in helping clients navigate emotional eating, eating disorders, and the frustrating cycle of restricting and overeating. Rather than focusing on extremes or quick fixes, my work centers on building consistency, balance, and long-term sustainability.
(857) 688-5927 View (857) 688-5927
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.