Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians in 19107
Hey, I’m Kate!
Eating shouldn’t feel this hard—but if it does, you’re not alone. I’m a registered dietitian specializing in ARFID, emetophobia (fear of vomiting), OCD-related food fears, and neurodivergent eating challenges. Whether you’re avoiding food due to fear of choking or gagging, struggling with sensory aversions, or simply lacking interest in eating, I help make food feel safer and less stressful. I work with kids (ages 0+), adults, and families to build confidence around eating—without pressure or judgment.
Hey, I’m Kate!
Eating shouldn’t feel this hard—but if it does, you’re not alone. I’m a registered dietitian specializing in ARFID, emetophobia (fear of vomiting), OCD-related food fears, and neurodivergent eating challenges. Whether you’re avoiding food due to fear of choking or gagging, struggling with sensory aversions, or simply lacking interest in eating, I help make food feel safer and less stressful. I work with kids (ages 0+), adults, and families to build confidence around eating—without pressure or judgment.
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.
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.
Hi, I'm Georgia!
I’m a Registered Dietitian who works with individuals navigating eating disorders, disordered eating, and complicated relationships with food and body.
My approach is rooted in the belief that food can be a powerful tool for connection and healing rather than a source of guilt and shame. I use a weight-inclusive, anti-diet approach rooted in Intuitive Eating and Health At Every Size, with the goal of helping people move toward more freedom, trust, and connection with their food and body.
I specialize in treating Eating Disorders!
Hi, I'm Georgia!
I’m a Registered Dietitian who works with individuals navigating eating disorders, disordered eating, and complicated relationships with food and body.
My approach is rooted in the belief that food can be a powerful tool for connection and healing rather than a source of guilt and shame. I use a weight-inclusive, anti-diet approach rooted in Intuitive Eating and Health At Every Size, with the goal of helping people move toward more freedom, trust, and connection with their food and body.
I specialize in treating Eating Disorders!
Do you wish it was easier to fit in healthy eating and exercise - But the demands of your family and life make it hard to be consistent? Let's work together to improve your health, energy and mood. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with a health condition and want to control it with diet, or if you are facing a a big life change (like a new baby or job) and need to find your new normal, I can help tailor a plan that specifically meets your needs - and fits in to your life! (oh and hey, you should take a moment to reflect and feel proud that you landed here. You've already taken a great step toward being your healthiest you)
Do you wish it was easier to fit in healthy eating and exercise - But the demands of your family and life make it hard to be consistent? Let's work together to improve your health, energy and mood. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with a health condition and want to control it with diet, or if you are facing a a big life change (like a new baby or job) and need to find your new normal, I can help tailor a plan that specifically meets your needs - and fits in to your life! (oh and hey, you should take a moment to reflect and feel proud that you landed here. You've already taken a great step toward being your healthiest you)
Adolescent Eating Disorder & Disordered Eating Treatment: Hi, I’m Julia Fickenscher, a Registered Dietitian specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating in teens. I support adolescents navigating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, OSFED, and ARFID. If your child is avoiding meals or becoming fixated on their body, you’re not alone—and they can get better. My approach is compassionate, developmentally informed, and rooted in medical nutrition therapy, intuitive eating, and Health at Every Size. I work closely with families and care teams to create a safe, supportive path to healing.
Adolescent Eating Disorder & Disordered Eating Treatment: Hi, I’m Julia Fickenscher, a Registered Dietitian specializing in eating disorders and disordered eating in teens. I support adolescents navigating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, OSFED, and ARFID. If your child is avoiding meals or becoming fixated on their body, you’re not alone—and they can get better. My approach is compassionate, developmentally informed, and rooted in medical nutrition therapy, intuitive eating, and Health at Every Size. I work closely with families and care teams to create a safe, supportive path to healing.
Navigating health and nutrition can feel overwhelming—especially with all the conflicting advice out there. I work with clients recovering from eating disorders, managing disordered eating, or struggling to eat consistently due to ADHD or executive function challenges. My clients want to feel more at ease with food and their bodies, without turning to restrictive diets or shame. Together, we’ll create a supportive, personalized plan to help you feel confident, nourished, and empowered in your daily life.
Navigating health and nutrition can feel overwhelming—especially with all the conflicting advice out there. I work with clients recovering from eating disorders, managing disordered eating, or struggling to eat consistently due to ADHD or executive function challenges. My clients want to feel more at ease with food and their bodies, without turning to restrictive diets or shame. Together, we’ll create a supportive, personalized plan to help you feel confident, nourished, and empowered in your daily life.
I provide eating disorder nutrition therapy using a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach.
I specialize helping individuals navigating eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, OSFED), as well as those experiencing GI concerns, body image, identity exploration, or major life transitions. Many of my clients feel out of control around food, stuck in restrictive or binge cycles, or disconnected from their bodies. I take a compassionate, weight-inclusive, and trauma-informed approach, helping clients understand the root of their struggles, rebuild trust with their bodies, and move toward a more peaceful, sustainable relationship with food and themselves.
I provide eating disorder nutrition therapy using a HAES-aligned, non-diet approach.
I specialize helping individuals navigating eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, OSFED), as well as those experiencing GI concerns, body image, identity exploration, or major life transitions. Many of my clients feel out of control around food, stuck in restrictive or binge cycles, or disconnected from their bodies. I take a compassionate, weight-inclusive, and trauma-informed approach, helping clients understand the root of their struggles, rebuild trust with their bodies, and move toward a more peaceful, sustainable relationship with food and themselves.
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If you’ve been to doctor after doctor without real answers, you’re not alone—and I’m here to change that! I specialize in complex health challenges and help clients recover from issues like autoimmune disease, severe digestive symptoms, hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight that just won’t budge. I also work with SIBO, histamine intolerance, oxalates, salicylates, lectins, PMS, thyroid issues, joint pain, eating disorders, mold toxicity, anxiety/ depression and arthritis.
As a functional nutritionist, I go beyond symptom management—I uncover and address the root cause so true healing can begin.
If you’ve been to doctor after doctor without real answers, you’re not alone—and I’m here to change that! I specialize in complex health challenges and help clients recover from issues like autoimmune disease, severe digestive symptoms, hormone imbalances, chronic fatigue, brain fog, and stubborn weight that just won’t budge. I also work with SIBO, histamine intolerance, oxalates, salicylates, lectins, PMS, thyroid issues, joint pain, eating disorders, mold toxicity, anxiety/ depression and arthritis.
As a functional nutritionist, I go beyond symptom management—I uncover and address the root cause so true healing can begin.
Rachel is a non-diet dietitian who believes in intuitive eating and is a HAES health at every size provider.
Rachel became a registered dietitian to help others on their own path to discovering freedom with food, exercise, and nutrition.
Rachel is a non-diet dietitian who believes in intuitive eating and is a HAES health at every size provider.
Rachel became a registered dietitian to help others on their own path to discovering freedom with food, exercise, and nutrition.
Feel out of control around food? Tired of dieting, hate your body, want to lose weight or have medical concerns? Maybe a doctor told you that you need to lose weight or maybe you have just never been happy with your size. If you are frustrated that diets either don't work for you or cause you to cycle between restriction and overeating or you are uncomfortable in your body, I would love to set up a time to chat to see if we would be a good fit! I help clients like you feel good in their skin and improve their relationship with food! Contacting me is the first step in your journey to wellbeing.
Feel out of control around food? Tired of dieting, hate your body, want to lose weight or have medical concerns? Maybe a doctor told you that you need to lose weight or maybe you have just never been happy with your size. If you are frustrated that diets either don't work for you or cause you to cycle between restriction and overeating or you are uncomfortable in your body, I would love to set up a time to chat to see if we would be a good fit! I help clients like you feel good in their skin and improve their relationship with food! Contacting me is the first step in your journey to wellbeing.
Anne is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to help them make healthy and sustainable diet changes that support their lifestyle and hormonal health. She understands food’s crucial role in balancing hormones and believes in the power of evidence-based research to guide her practice. Anne is particularly interested in the gut-brain connection and how it influences overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of consuming whole foods that nourish the body and believes that access to nutritious food should be available to all.
Anne is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to help them make healthy and sustainable diet changes that support their lifestyle and hormonal health. She understands food’s crucial role in balancing hormones and believes in the power of evidence-based research to guide her practice. Anne is particularly interested in the gut-brain connection and how it influences overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of consuming whole foods that nourish the body and believes that access to nutritious food should be available to all.
Have you recently been diagnosed with an eating disorder, or has someone in your life shared their concerns about your eating habits or behaviors? Or do you just simply feel like you can't figure out how to feed your body? Are you frustrated because you always feel guilty no matter what you eat, and are constantly feeling hungry and thinking about food? Eating disorders are on the rise, as are the number of people that struggling with disordered eating that may not meet the criteria for a full-blown eating disorder.
Have you recently been diagnosed with an eating disorder, or has someone in your life shared their concerns about your eating habits or behaviors? Or do you just simply feel like you can't figure out how to feed your body? Are you frustrated because you always feel guilty no matter what you eat, and are constantly feeling hungry and thinking about food? Eating disorders are on the rise, as are the number of people that struggling with disordered eating that may not meet the criteria for a full-blown eating disorder.
Our approach of trauma informed nutrition counseling and coaching teaches non-diet eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust and feel safe inside the body and manage chronic issues such as burned and stressed out, PCOS and gut health.
We offer trauma-informed nutrition counseling to heal chronic dieting, disordered eating and non-obsessive strategies to manage pain, stress and illness. This may include meal ideas, education on dismantling fat prejudice, lifestyle shifts to slow down to get needs met, body image counseling and sustainable movement and self care. www.tracybrownrd.com
Our approach of trauma informed nutrition counseling and coaching teaches non-diet eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust and feel safe inside the body and manage chronic issues such as burned and stressed out, PCOS and gut health.
We offer trauma-informed nutrition counseling to heal chronic dieting, disordered eating and non-obsessive strategies to manage pain, stress and illness. This may include meal ideas, education on dismantling fat prejudice, lifestyle shifts to slow down to get needs met, body image counseling and sustainable movement and self care. www.tracybrownrd.com
Brittany Payton, RD, LD, is a licensed dietitian with over 19 years of experience helping clients heal chronic conditions using food as medicine. After facing her own health challenges, she adopted a root-cause, whole-body approach. Brittany blends functional nutrition, clinical insight, and compassion to create personalized, practical plans. She truly listens to each client, empowering them to make lasting change—no quick fixes or restrictive diets here.
Brittany Payton, RD, LD, is a licensed dietitian with over 19 years of experience helping clients heal chronic conditions using food as medicine. After facing her own health challenges, she adopted a root-cause, whole-body approach. Brittany blends functional nutrition, clinical insight, and compassion to create personalized, practical plans. She truly listens to each client, empowering them to make lasting change—no quick fixes or restrictive diets here.
I believe the food we eat is the first step in our individual recovery. Whether it is recovering from an eating disorder, emotional eating, diet cycling, or managing physical or mental health concerns, I take a personalized approach to support my clients and make nutrition simple. Health goes beyond eating fruits and vegetables or the latest diet trend. It includes a healthy relationship with food, managing stress, sleep, joyful movement and simple nutrition messages that are supportive of your goals and sustainable life-long.
I believe the food we eat is the first step in our individual recovery. Whether it is recovering from an eating disorder, emotional eating, diet cycling, or managing physical or mental health concerns, I take a personalized approach to support my clients and make nutrition simple. Health goes beyond eating fruits and vegetables or the latest diet trend. It includes a healthy relationship with food, managing stress, sleep, joyful movement and simple nutrition messages that are supportive of your goals and sustainable life-long.
We are a team of weight-inclusive, Health At Every Size aligned Registered Dietitians providing individualized nutrition counseling utilizing an anti-diet, intuitive eating approach. We support our clients by creating a safe space for them to tune into their inner self, strengthen their mind-body connection, find compassion for themselves and improve their overall well-being.
We are a team of weight-inclusive, Health At Every Size aligned Registered Dietitians providing individualized nutrition counseling utilizing an anti-diet, intuitive eating approach. We support our clients by creating a safe space for them to tune into their inner self, strengthen their mind-body connection, find compassion for themselves and improve their overall well-being.
Personalized nutrition tailored to each clients' unique circumstances with a focus on individual preferences, health history, and goals. You will develop a deeper understanding of the food and lifestyle choices that work best for you and make lasting changes that will improve your energy, balance, and health.
Personalized nutrition tailored to each clients' unique circumstances with a focus on individual preferences, health history, and goals. You will develop a deeper understanding of the food and lifestyle choices that work best for you and make lasting changes that will improve your energy, balance, and health.
I can help implement a non-diet, all food fits, Health at Every Size® approach in a non-judgmental, compassionate environment.
I offer nutrition counseling for adults of all sizes and genders struggling with eating disorders and nutrition related health problems. I offer one-on-one behavioral modification sessions focused on clients individual needs. Together we will develop an individualized nutritional plan to overcome your challenges and help meet your goals.
I can help implement a non-diet, all food fits, Health at Every Size® approach in a non-judgmental, compassionate environment.
I offer nutrition counseling for adults of all sizes and genders struggling with eating disorders and nutrition related health problems. I offer one-on-one behavioral modification sessions focused on clients individual needs. Together we will develop an individualized nutritional plan to overcome your challenges and help meet your goals.
Maria is a Registered Dietitian who strongly believes in improving physical, mental, and emotional health through nutrition. Maria enjoys using her clinical background to help others navigate their unique nutritional needs by providing individualized interventions. Maria believes in a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to nutrition care. She will help you achieve your nutrition goals through education, counseling, and therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.
Maria is a Registered Dietitian who strongly believes in improving physical, mental, and emotional health through nutrition. Maria enjoys using her clinical background to help others navigate their unique nutritional needs by providing individualized interventions. Maria believes in a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to nutrition care. She will help you achieve your nutrition goals through education, counseling, and therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.
As a Dietitian who's also a foodie, I'm all about finding the right balance of healthy choices and living life to the fullest. My passion is helping others find their happy and healthy balance while developing a great relationship with them as well. At PrimeLife Nutrition, we have a team of qualified, caring dietitians available to meet. We currently meet virtually and in-person with clients, and hope to work with you!
As a Dietitian who's also a foodie, I'm all about finding the right balance of healthy choices and living life to the fullest. My passion is helping others find their happy and healthy balance while developing a great relationship with them as well. At PrimeLife Nutrition, we have a team of qualified, caring dietitians available to meet. We currently meet virtually and in-person with clients, and hope to work with you!
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 Psychology Today 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.