Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians in 37027

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Murray Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Brentwood, TN 37027
Emily Murray, RD, LDN is extremely passionate about empowering her clients to break free from rigid rules and beliefs around food, helping them find true peace and lasting freedom. Ask yourself: Do your thoughts about food, exercise, and your body feel intrusive and overwhelming? Is your relationship with food negatively impacting your physical, mental, or emotional health? Do you have the desire to change your relationship with food and your body, but have no idea where to start? Good news: It doesn't have to be this way.
Emily Murray, RD, LDN is extremely passionate about empowering her clients to break free from rigid rules and beliefs around food, helping them find true peace and lasting freedom. Ask yourself: Do your thoughts about food, exercise, and your body feel intrusive and overwhelming? Is your relationship with food negatively impacting your physical, mental, or emotional health? Do you have the desire to change your relationship with food and your body, but have no idea where to start? Good news: It doesn't have to be this way.
(615) 551-4732 View (615) 551-4732
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Cari J Riker
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDCES
Brentwood, TN 37027
Cari helps those feeling overwhelmed by nutrition and stuck with their health goals. She offers personalized nutrition counseling for weight loss, digestive health, blood sugar management, and GLP-1 support, with a focus on sustainable, realistic habits.
Cari helps those feeling overwhelmed by nutrition and stuck with their health goals. She offers personalized nutrition counseling for weight loss, digestive health, blood sugar management, and GLP-1 support, with a focus on sustainable, realistic habits.
(615) 258-6166 View (615) 258-6166
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Caroline Shermer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CEDS
Serves Area
The more we can uncouple our worth from the food we eat or the body we are in, the more we can authentically and beautifully live our lives - something that feels so far off when you're in the midst of an eating disorder. I specialize in the treatment of anorexia, orthorexia, and bulimia with co-occuring anxiety, trauma, OCD, perfectionism and compulsive exercise. I provide nutrition counseling that empowers you to experience all that you are meant to be & meant to eat apart from your disordered eating.
The more we can uncouple our worth from the food we eat or the body we are in, the more we can authentically and beautifully live our lives - something that feels so far off when you're in the midst of an eating disorder. I specialize in the treatment of anorexia, orthorexia, and bulimia with co-occuring anxiety, trauma, OCD, perfectionism and compulsive exercise. I provide nutrition counseling that empowers you to experience all that you are meant to be & meant to eat apart from your disordered eating.
(629) 247-3799 View (629) 247-3799
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Marisa Woodall Smith
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MDA, RD, CDCES
Online Only
Hi, I’m Marisa! I help people manage health conditions and feel more confident with food through a sustainable, personalized approach. Most clients are may $0 out of pocket for sessions.
Hi, I’m Marisa! I help people manage health conditions and feel more confident with food through a sustainable, personalized approach. Most clients are may $0 out of pocket for sessions.
(629) 263-5075 View (629) 263-5075

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

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Kristin Paver
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her client’s specific lifestyle, health conditions and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients to listen to their body’s cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her client’s specific lifestyle, health conditions and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients to listen to their body’s cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
(205) 880-1640 View (205) 880-1640
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Olivia Jackson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health.
Specialties include: eating disorders (from adolescence into adulthood), disordered eating, intuitive eating, mindful eating, general healthy eating, weight-neutral care, patient-centered approaches, evidence-based practice, and gender-affirming nutrition.
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health.
Specialties include: eating disorders (from adolescence into adulthood), disordered eating, intuitive eating, mindful eating, general healthy eating, weight-neutral care, patient-centered approaches, evidence-based practice, and gender-affirming nutrition.
(708) 332-8474 View (708) 332-8474
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Melissa Giovanni
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, CEDS-C
Nashville, TN 37213
We take a non-diet, health at every size, balanced approach to nutrition and wellness.
We provide nutrition therapy for adults, adolescents, and children for eating disorders, disordered eating caused by addiction, chronic dieting and psychological conditions, weight and body image concerns, and nutrition related health conditions.
We take a non-diet, health at every size, balanced approach to nutrition and wellness.
We provide nutrition therapy for adults, adolescents, and children for eating disorders, disordered eating caused by addiction, chronic dieting and psychological conditions, weight and body image concerns, and nutrition related health conditions.
(615) 965-4132 View (615) 965-4132
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Mindy Stewart
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CSP, CLC
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215
Mindy’s ideal client is someone who wants to work as a team to make real, lasting changes. They’re ready to let go of diet-culture rules and focus on a balanced relationship with their health, food, and body. They’re open to behavior changes through joyful movement, intuitive eating, and sustainable habits rather than quick fixes.
Mindy’s ideal client is someone who wants to work as a team to make real, lasting changes. They’re ready to let go of diet-culture rules and focus on a balanced relationship with their health, food, and body. They’re open to behavior changes through joyful movement, intuitive eating, and sustainable habits rather than quick fixes.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Julia Gibson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Julia is a dedicated Registered Dietitian with a commitment to helping individuals overcome eating disorders and cultivate a healthy relationship with food. Julia strives to bring a compassionate and non-judgmental demeanor to foster a safe space where individuals feel heard and understood, making her a ready and capable resource in the challenging but transformative process of overcoming nutrition challenges. Julia offers a wealth of knowledge that comes from years of working in the inpatient setting.
Julia is a dedicated Registered Dietitian with a commitment to helping individuals overcome eating disorders and cultivate a healthy relationship with food. Julia strives to bring a compassionate and non-judgmental demeanor to foster a safe space where individuals feel heard and understood, making her a ready and capable resource in the challenging but transformative process of overcoming nutrition challenges. Julia offers a wealth of knowledge that comes from years of working in the inpatient setting.
(312) 494-0401 View (312) 494-0401
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Julia Ambrozy
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Her sessions are supportive, non-diet, and evidence-based, with a focus on consistency, self-trust, and personalized strategies.
Julia specializes in Intuitive Eating, weight-inclusive care, and practical, sustainable wellness strategies. She supports clients using GLP-1 medications, helping them pair treatment with real-life habits. Sessions are collaborative and personalized, focused on lasting change without rigid rules, guilt, or dieting.
Her sessions are supportive, non-diet, and evidence-based, with a focus on consistency, self-trust, and personalized strategies.
Julia specializes in Intuitive Eating, weight-inclusive care, and practical, sustainable wellness strategies. She supports clients using GLP-1 medications, helping them pair treatment with real-life habits. Sessions are collaborative and personalized, focused on lasting change without rigid rules, guilt, or dieting.
(904) 650-5357 View (904) 650-5357
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Julia Damman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Julia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft specializing in working with clients with PCOS, Pre/Postpartum Nutrition, Infertility, GI Disorders, and other areas. Julia believes nutrition has the power to both heal and prevent illnesses. For this reason she has made it her mission to help others utilize nutrition to fuel themselves and live their best lives. Julia promotes individualized nutrition and prides herself on working one-on-one with clients to discover their individual needs.
Julia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft specializing in working with clients with PCOS, Pre/Postpartum Nutrition, Infertility, GI Disorders, and other areas. Julia believes nutrition has the power to both heal and prevent illnesses. For this reason she has made it her mission to help others utilize nutrition to fuel themselves and live their best lives. Julia promotes individualized nutrition and prides herself on working one-on-one with clients to discover their individual needs.
(904) 601-1243 View (904) 601-1243
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Kristin Woodbury
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
(332) 249-8428 View (332) 249-8428
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Morgan Beemiller
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Morgan provides HAES-aligned care and emphasizes a non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling/interventions.
Morgan has significant experience working with individuals of all ages who suffer from many different diseases/comorbidities,pediatric/adolescent eating disorders and disordered eating patterns. GI conditions, kidney disease, heart disease, cystic fibrosis, down syndrome). She specializes in the HAES approach, intuitive eating, and weight management.
Morgan provides HAES-aligned care and emphasizes a non-diet approach for her nutrition counseling/interventions.
Morgan has significant experience working with individuals of all ages who suffer from many different diseases/comorbidities,pediatric/adolescent eating disorders and disordered eating patterns. GI conditions, kidney disease, heart disease, cystic fibrosis, down syndrome). She specializes in the HAES approach, intuitive eating, and weight management.
(470) 465-9204 View (470) 465-9204
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Kimberlie Rumsey
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Serves Area
Kim is a seasoned Registered Dietitian who believes nutrition is a key ingredient in wellbeing. She has expertise in empowering individuals to achieve their goals. Together, you and she will develop successful, realistic and sustainable nutrition plans.
Kim is a seasoned Registered Dietitian who believes nutrition is a key ingredient in wellbeing. She has expertise in empowering individuals to achieve their goals. Together, you and she will develop successful, realistic and sustainable nutrition plans.
(256) 643-2902 View (256) 643-2902
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Emily Haddock
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Nashville, TN 37206
Are you struggling with IBS related symptoms: unpredictable digestion, chronic bloating, or uncomfortable abdominal symptoms? Constantly stressed over which foods will make you feel good or which will trigger your symptoms you are left feeling depleted mentally and physically. OR are you someone who has been on and off the diet train, resulting in a poor relationship with food, self-criticism, and feeling controlled by the number on the scale, inconsistent energy levels? You feel like you have tried everything to no avail and you want to know the right foods for you. It can be so frustrating to be in this place.
Are you struggling with IBS related symptoms: unpredictable digestion, chronic bloating, or uncomfortable abdominal symptoms? Constantly stressed over which foods will make you feel good or which will trigger your symptoms you are left feeling depleted mentally and physically. OR are you someone who has been on and off the diet train, resulting in a poor relationship with food, self-criticism, and feeling controlled by the number on the scale, inconsistent energy levels? You feel like you have tried everything to no avail and you want to know the right foods for you. It can be so frustrating to be in this place.
(615) 307-4930 View (615) 307-4930
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Radiant Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, RDN, LDN, CEDRD, CLT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you seeking nutrition strategies for long-term wellness, but feel overwhelmed with where to start? At Radiant Nutrition, our philosophy is to heal the body using a science-based, inquisitive, and simple approach. We look at our client's physical and emotional stressors from a holistic lens and work with you to create a behavior-based plan that is both doable and enjoyable. We work with individuals and families who seek education and support related to eating disorders, disordered eating, body image and weight concerns, polycystic ovarian syndrome, general nutrition, diabetes, digestive issues, and sports nutrition.
Are you seeking nutrition strategies for long-term wellness, but feel overwhelmed with where to start? At Radiant Nutrition, our philosophy is to heal the body using a science-based, inquisitive, and simple approach. We look at our client's physical and emotional stressors from a holistic lens and work with you to create a behavior-based plan that is both doable and enjoyable. We work with individuals and families who seek education and support related to eating disorders, disordered eating, body image and weight concerns, polycystic ovarian syndrome, general nutrition, diabetes, digestive issues, and sports nutrition.
(865) 312-7882 View (865) 312-7882
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Tiffany Pecoraro
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
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If you have an eating disorder and a cooccurring autoimmune disease, MCAS, endometriosis, PCOS, or live with neurodivergence such as ADHD or OCD, you might feel that no one understands how complicated this makes navigating food and your body. I want you to know that I’ve walked that path too. I had an eating disorder throughout most of my teens, and shortly after entering recovery, was diagnosed with a chronic illness. That experience decades ago reshaped how I view healing and recovery, and shapes how I support my clients today.
If you have an eating disorder and a cooccurring autoimmune disease, MCAS, endometriosis, PCOS, or live with neurodivergence such as ADHD or OCD, you might feel that no one understands how complicated this makes navigating food and your body. I want you to know that I’ve walked that path too. I had an eating disorder throughout most of my teens, and shortly after entering recovery, was diagnosed with a chronic illness. That experience decades ago reshaped how I view healing and recovery, and shapes how I support my clients today.
(615) 701-4984 View (615) 701-4984
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Jill Merkel
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CSSD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Registered Dietitian specializing in disordered eating, Intuitive Eating, and sports nutrition. I’ve worked in a variety of settings including collegiate athletics, professional sports, and private practice. I aim to help you find freedom from food rules and restriction and I help active individuals fuel their bodies without obsession. I believe all bodies are good and everyone deserves respect, care, and acceptance. You are the expert of you. I am here to support you and help you figure out what feels best for you, in your body.
I am a Registered Dietitian specializing in disordered eating, Intuitive Eating, and sports nutrition. I’ve worked in a variety of settings including collegiate athletics, professional sports, and private practice. I aim to help you find freedom from food rules and restriction and I help active individuals fuel their bodies without obsession. I believe all bodies are good and everyone deserves respect, care, and acceptance. You are the expert of you. I am here to support you and help you figure out what feels best for you, in your body.
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Christi Lee Bowling
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CSSD
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Hello! My name is Christi Lee and I'm a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the Nashville, TN area. I do home visits, but also offer tele-consults. I am licensed in ALL 50 States plus DC. I am also a provider on the food intolerance test, ALCAT. I am a true believer in, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food"! I take the time to learn about each and every one of my clients and their goals concerning nutrition to truly create a "Personalized Nutrition Prescription". Look forward to working with you!
Hello! My name is Christi Lee and I'm a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in the Nashville, TN area. I do home visits, but also offer tele-consults. I am licensed in ALL 50 States plus DC. I am also a provider on the food intolerance test, ALCAT. I am a true believer in, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food"! I take the time to learn about each and every one of my clients and their goals concerning nutrition to truly create a "Personalized Nutrition Prescription". Look forward to working with you!
(270) 216-5681 View (270) 216-5681
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Hannah Kirby
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CD, LDN, CEDS
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My goal as a dietitian is to help you cultivate a relationship with food, movement, and body image that supports your big dreams-whether that is training to climb mountains, stepping out of a dieting cycle, or feeling more at peace with your body. Much of my experience has been focused on working with adolescents and adults through eating disorder recovery at various levels of care. As an adventure seeker, I am also passionate about offering nutrition counseling to help athletes and weekend warriors crush goals in various activities and sports. I offer virtual nutrition counseling services in Washington, Tennessee, and Connecticut.
My goal as a dietitian is to help you cultivate a relationship with food, movement, and body image that supports your big dreams-whether that is training to climb mountains, stepping out of a dieting cycle, or feeling more at peace with your body. Much of my experience has been focused on working with adolescents and adults through eating disorder recovery at various levels of care. As an adventure seeker, I am also passionate about offering nutrition counseling to help athletes and weekend warriors crush goals in various activities and sports. I offer virtual nutrition counseling services in Washington, Tennessee, and Connecticut.
(865) 737-1541 View (865) 737-1541
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.