Nutritionists and Dietitians in 76248

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Resilience Health & Athletics
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, CPT
Serves Area
My ideal nutrition client is a motivated athlete or high-performing individual who is already training hard but isn’t getting the results they know they’re capable of. They may be hitting plateaus, struggling with recovery, or not seeing the strength, speed, or body composition changes they want. They know nutrition is the missing piece, but they don’t know how to optimize it for their specific goals. They need a structured, science-based nutrition plan that supports performance, improves recovery, and enhances consistency without disrupting their training or lifestyle. They want guidance, measurable progress, and accountability.
My ideal nutrition client is a motivated athlete or high-performing individual who is already training hard but isn’t getting the results they know they’re capable of. They may be hitting plateaus, struggling with recovery, or not seeing the strength, speed, or body composition changes they want. They know nutrition is the missing piece, but they don’t know how to optimize it for their specific goals. They need a structured, science-based nutrition plan that supports performance, improves recovery, and enhances consistency without disrupting their training or lifestyle. They want guidance, measurable progress, and accountability.
(682) 243-7472 View (682) 243-7472
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Ann M Swanson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CLT, FMNS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Southlake, Texas who has a passion for helping you learn how to eat a healthy diet without eliminating all the foods you love. I am here to help make your life better!
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Southlake, Texas who has a passion for helping you learn how to eat a healthy diet without eliminating all the foods you love. I am here to help make your life better!
(214) 516-7857 View (214) 516-7857
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Kat Scheurer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CPT
Serves Area
I truly enjoy working with teens, adults and their families in helping them to achieve their nutrition and exercise goals using a non-diet approach while also working to improve body image. I specialize in eating disorders, disordered eating and sports nutrition.
I truly enjoy working with teens, adults and their families in helping them to achieve their nutrition and exercise goals using a non-diet approach while also working to improve body image. I specialize in eating disorders, disordered eating and sports nutrition.
(469) 904-0242 View (469) 904-0242

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

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Maria-Paula Carrillo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, BS, MS, RDN, LD
Serves Area
Maria-Paula's interest in nutrition started during her high-school years when she visited a Registered Dietitian in her native country of Ecuador. At that time, she realized her passion - helping others achieve their goals through healthy eating. Maria-Paula decided to embark on a journey and enrolled at Texas Woman's University to pursue her goals. As a Dietitian, Maria-Paula has been working with families from the start. She has provided services at Head Start, WiC, the NICU at Parkland Hospital and Children's Health.
Maria-Paula's interest in nutrition started during her high-school years when she visited a Registered Dietitian in her native country of Ecuador. At that time, she realized her passion - helping others achieve their goals through healthy eating. Maria-Paula decided to embark on a journey and enrolled at Texas Woman's University to pursue her goals. As a Dietitian, Maria-Paula has been working with families from the start. She has provided services at Head Start, WiC, the NICU at Parkland Hospital and Children's Health.
(469) 256-6307 View (469) 256-6307
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Up4nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Uzma Khan is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who provides a unique blend of Nutritional knowledge with motivational and supportive counseling. When you work with us, I will give you very simple specific plan step by step that you can match up with your current lifestyle. My plan is uniquely personalized for just you and you in mind. My approach involves super foods for you to cleanse, boost metabolism, lift your energy levels, and biggest side effect is weight loss, your blood work is healthy.
Uzma Khan is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who provides a unique blend of Nutritional knowledge with motivational and supportive counseling. When you work with us, I will give you very simple specific plan step by step that you can match up with your current lifestyle. My plan is uniquely personalized for just you and you in mind. My approach involves super foods for you to cleanse, boost metabolism, lift your energy levels, and biggest side effect is weight loss, your blood work is healthy.
(214) 974-4426 View (214) 974-4426
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Whitness Nutrition - Whitney Stuart
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDECS
Dallas, TX 75229
You're ready for sustainable health — less medication, better blood sugar, improved gut health, and a body that works with you. I get it. Eating well in today's world is hard. Changing habits? Even harder. But you don't have to figure it out alone. Maybe you're overwhelmed by conflicting diet advice. Maybe past attempts left you frustrated, spinning your wheels, and more confused than when you started. Maybe your doctor told you to "just lose weight"— and handed you zero tools to actually do it. Maybe you feel out of control around food, ruled by sugar cravings, or gaining weight with no clear explanation.
You're ready for sustainable health — less medication, better blood sugar, improved gut health, and a body that works with you. I get it. Eating well in today's world is hard. Changing habits? Even harder. But you don't have to figure it out alone. Maybe you're overwhelmed by conflicting diet advice. Maybe past attempts left you frustrated, spinning your wheels, and more confused than when you started. Maybe your doctor told you to "just lose weight"— and handed you zero tools to actually do it. Maybe you feel out of control around food, ruled by sugar cravings, or gaining weight with no clear explanation.
(972) 884-5913 View (972) 884-5913
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Shelby Bradford
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MCN, RD, LD
Dallas, TX 75231
Hello! I am a clinical dietitian with an interest in disordered eating behaviors. When I was in high school I saw a lot of my peers struggling with body image, self esteem, and disordered eating. This led me to major in both nutrition and psychology in my undergraduate studies. In my dietary counseling sessions, I provide evidence-based information based on years of experience as a clinical dietitian within a Health At Every Size (HAES) framework. That means I'm focused on your health first, not just your weight. When you decide to work with me you will gain the tools necessary to make healthful decisions with confidence.
Hello! I am a clinical dietitian with an interest in disordered eating behaviors. When I was in high school I saw a lot of my peers struggling with body image, self esteem, and disordered eating. This led me to major in both nutrition and psychology in my undergraduate studies. In my dietary counseling sessions, I provide evidence-based information based on years of experience as a clinical dietitian within a Health At Every Size (HAES) framework. That means I'm focused on your health first, not just your weight. When you decide to work with me you will gain the tools necessary to make healthful decisions with confidence.
(469) 425-3474 View (469) 425-3474
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Tess M Patterson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, RYT-200
Southlake, TX 76092
As a lifelong athlete and dietitian, I understand the demands of training, competition, and recovery very well. I help athletes at every level fuel smarter, recover faster, and perform at their best. I also help with disordered eating in both athletes and non-athletes. My approach blends evidence-based sports nutrition with a compassionate, non-restrictive framework so you can build strength, endurance, and energy without fad diets or extremes. Whether you’re chasing a PR, healing your relationship with food, or balancing training with work and life, I create personalized plans that support both performance and long-term wellbeing.
As a lifelong athlete and dietitian, I understand the demands of training, competition, and recovery very well. I help athletes at every level fuel smarter, recover faster, and perform at their best. I also help with disordered eating in both athletes and non-athletes. My approach blends evidence-based sports nutrition with a compassionate, non-restrictive framework so you can build strength, endurance, and energy without fad diets or extremes. Whether you’re chasing a PR, healing your relationship with food, or balancing training with work and life, I create personalized plans that support both performance and long-term wellbeing.
(817) 415-2155 View (817) 415-2155
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Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CEDS-C
Dallas, TX 75206
Now accepting new clients! Nutrition DiscoveRD specializes in eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, managing PCOS, and improving relationships with food and body image after chronic dieting. Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise, RDN, LD, CEDS-C, provides personalized, non-diet, weight-neutral care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for eating concerns, navigating disordered eating patterns, or looking to optimize athletic performance, our approach emphasizes nutrition education, challenging diet culture, and fostering a positive, sustainable relationship with food and your body.
Now accepting new clients! Nutrition DiscoveRD specializes in eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, managing PCOS, and improving relationships with food and body image after chronic dieting. Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise, RDN, LD, CEDS-C, provides personalized, non-diet, weight-neutral care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for eating concerns, navigating disordered eating patterns, or looking to optimize athletic performance, our approach emphasizes nutrition education, challenging diet culture, and fostering a positive, sustainable relationship with food and your body.
(972) 808-5209 View (972) 808-5209
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Caitlyn Fergerson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MEd, LDN
Serves Area
Would you like help working on your relationship with food and your relationship with your body? There are so many confusing nutrition messages out there and no single plan works for every person. If you're looking for a dietitian with varied experience and a nonjudgemental approach, I would love to talk with you. With a whole-person approach, I meet people where they're at and help them set reasonable, attainable wellness goals. I use a non-diet, trauma-informed approach with HAES (Health at Every Size) alignment and Intuitive Eating at the forefront.
Would you like help working on your relationship with food and your relationship with your body? There are so many confusing nutrition messages out there and no single plan works for every person. If you're looking for a dietitian with varied experience and a nonjudgemental approach, I would love to talk with you. With a whole-person approach, I meet people where they're at and help them set reasonable, attainable wellness goals. I use a non-diet, trauma-informed approach with HAES (Health at Every Size) alignment and Intuitive Eating at the forefront.
(520) 595-4179 View (520) 595-4179
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Helen Mary Katool
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
Serves Area
At New Narratives Counseling, I take a compassionate, non-diet approach rooted in Intuitive Eating, All Foods Fit, and Health at Every Size. Health isn’t about a number—it’s about feeling good in your body and having a balanced, stress-free relationship with food. If you feel stuck in cycles of restriction, guilt, or confusion around eating, you’re not alone. I provide a supportive space to help you heal your relationship with food, break free from dieting, and build sustainable, nourishing habits. Together, we’ll find an approach to eating that feels good both physically and emotionally.
At New Narratives Counseling, I take a compassionate, non-diet approach rooted in Intuitive Eating, All Foods Fit, and Health at Every Size. Health isn’t about a number—it’s about feeling good in your body and having a balanced, stress-free relationship with food. If you feel stuck in cycles of restriction, guilt, or confusion around eating, you’re not alone. I provide a supportive space to help you heal your relationship with food, break free from dieting, and build sustainable, nourishing habits. Together, we’ll find an approach to eating that feels good both physically and emotionally.
(972) 474-3509 View (972) 474-3509
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Smart Nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CNSC
Frisco, TX 75034
I help individuals manage diabetes, improve digestion, and reach a healthy weight through personalized, practical, and compassionate nutrition care. Many people I work with are motivated to improve their health but feel unsure where to start. They’ve tried eating better, counting carbs, or following online plans, yet still struggle with blood sugar, digestive discomfort, or weight that won’t budge. My approach focuses on simplifying nutrition, providing realistic strategies that fit your lifestyle, and creating habits that bring more energy, balance, and confidence back to daily life.
I help individuals manage diabetes, improve digestion, and reach a healthy weight through personalized, practical, and compassionate nutrition care. Many people I work with are motivated to improve their health but feel unsure where to start. They’ve tried eating better, counting carbs, or following online plans, yet still struggle with blood sugar, digestive discomfort, or weight that won’t budge. My approach focuses on simplifying nutrition, providing realistic strategies that fit your lifestyle, and creating habits that bring more energy, balance, and confidence back to daily life.
(469) 727-3523 View (469) 727-3523
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Kristen Fustos
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CSP, LD
Serves Area
Hello! I'm Kristen Fustos, a pediatric registered dietitian specializing in GI nutrition and gut health. I help little ones navigate challenges like reflux, food sensitivities/allergies, FPIES, constipation, eczema and complex GI conditions by offering personalized strategies and tools rooted in a holistic approach. My mission is to support parents and families with evidence-based guidance, empowering them to optimize their children's health so they can thrive from the inside out!
Hello! I'm Kristen Fustos, a pediatric registered dietitian specializing in GI nutrition and gut health. I help little ones navigate challenges like reflux, food sensitivities/allergies, FPIES, constipation, eczema and complex GI conditions by offering personalized strategies and tools rooted in a holistic approach. My mission is to support parents and families with evidence-based guidance, empowering them to optimize their children's health so they can thrive from the inside out!
(956) 758-8240 View (956) 758-8240
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Garland Niblett
Nutritionist/Dietitian, NBHWC
Flower Mound, TX 75022
I am a licensed Nutritionist at Sunrise Wellness & Counseling, dedicated to creating personalized nutrition plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Certified by both the Primal Health Institute and the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, I specialize in the effective management of Type 2 Diabetes, obesity, and achieving sustainable weight loss. My personal journey, which includes overcoming PTSD, navigating medication challenges, and battling morbid obesity. This experience deeply enriches my ability to provide empathetic, knowledgeable, and compassionate support to my clients on their health and wellness journeys.
I am a licensed Nutritionist at Sunrise Wellness & Counseling, dedicated to creating personalized nutrition plans tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Certified by both the Primal Health Institute and the Institute for the Psychology of Eating, I specialize in the effective management of Type 2 Diabetes, obesity, and achieving sustainable weight loss. My personal journey, which includes overcoming PTSD, navigating medication challenges, and battling morbid obesity. This experience deeply enriches my ability to provide empathetic, knowledgeable, and compassionate support to my clients on their health and wellness journeys.
(972) 778-6849 View (972) 778-6849
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Stephanie Bostic
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, RDN, CDN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Stephanie’s practice centers around evidence-based nutrition support for complex physical and mental health conditions provided in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. She combines >10 years of academic experience in nutrition–including a PhD from Cornell + research at Harvard and Tufts–with her personal passion for providing practical support to diverse patient populations. Specialties include mental health, eating disorders / disordered eating, GI and digestive diseases, food preferences and allergies including Celiac, weight neutral care, liver health, POTS, and RED-S, and other chronic health conditions.
Stephanie’s practice centers around evidence-based nutrition support for complex physical and mental health conditions provided in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. She combines >10 years of academic experience in nutrition–including a PhD from Cornell + research at Harvard and Tufts–with her personal passion for providing practical support to diverse patient populations. Specialties include mental health, eating disorders / disordered eating, GI and digestive diseases, food preferences and allergies including Celiac, weight neutral care, liver health, POTS, and RED-S, and other chronic health conditions.
(607) 524-5588 View (607) 524-5588
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Yun Rose Ze
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LDN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Yun Ze (Rose) is a passionate dietitian who focuses on disease prevention and disease management. Rose strives to provide her clients with non-judgmental, wholesome and evidence-based research that will set them up for long-term success.My professional journey into nutrition started when I pursued nursing in Singapore. I found the food choices and variety to be subpar in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and even grocery stores! This set me on a path to learn more about how nutrition impacts one's life and longevity.
Yun Ze (Rose) is a passionate dietitian who focuses on disease prevention and disease management. Rose strives to provide her clients with non-judgmental, wholesome and evidence-based research that will set them up for long-term success.My professional journey into nutrition started when I pursued nursing in Singapore. I found the food choices and variety to be subpar in schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and even grocery stores! This set me on a path to learn more about how nutrition impacts one's life and longevity.
(469) 905-6561 View (469) 905-6561
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Ashlee Hancock
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Ashlee is a registered dietitian with a passion for helping clients build healthier lives through nutrition. She chose dietetics to support individuals in creating sustainable habits while feeling guided and supported throughout their journey. With both personal and professional experience in eating disorder recovery, this population is especially close to her heart. Ashlee is dedicated to helping clients develop a positive relationship with food and their bodies using compassion, evidence-based care, and lived experience.
Ashlee is a registered dietitian with a passion for helping clients build healthier lives through nutrition. She chose dietetics to support individuals in creating sustainable habits while feeling guided and supported throughout their journey. With both personal and professional experience in eating disorder recovery, this population is especially close to her heart. Ashlee is dedicated to helping clients develop a positive relationship with food and their bodies using compassion, evidence-based care, and lived experience.
(515) 375-7850 View (515) 375-7850
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Oh So Easy Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Fort Worth, TX 76134
Helping clients with insulin resistance in the form of diabetes, pre-diabetes, PCOS, and those starting or using GLP1 medications. Helping those who feel uncertain about what dietary changes to make and are in need of further guidance and accountability support. They also desire to see improvements in their weight or lab results, but are unsure how to begin making these changes. They also want to improve their relationship with food, and break disordered eating patterns and yo-yo dieting.
Helping clients with insulin resistance in the form of diabetes, pre-diabetes, PCOS, and those starting or using GLP1 medications. Helping those who feel uncertain about what dietary changes to make and are in need of further guidance and accountability support. They also desire to see improvements in their weight or lab results, but are unsure how to begin making these changes. They also want to improve their relationship with food, and break disordered eating patterns and yo-yo dieting.
(817) 477-6069 View (817) 477-6069
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Katie Delaney
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Serves Area
Fuel Your Rhythm. Feel Your Best. Real-life nutrition guidance that helps you move from knowing to doing—with balance, confidence, and flexibility. Whether you’re navigating a life change, working toward specific goals, or simply want to feel better in your body, I offer personalized support to help you get there. From bariatric care to prenatal nutrition, sports performance to mindful eating—you’ll find a rhythm that fits you. Together, you’ll build realistic goals, boost energy and confidence, reconnect with your body’s cues, and create habits that truly last.
Fuel Your Rhythm. Feel Your Best. Real-life nutrition guidance that helps you move from knowing to doing—with balance, confidence, and flexibility. Whether you’re navigating a life change, working toward specific goals, or simply want to feel better in your body, I offer personalized support to help you get there. From bariatric care to prenatal nutrition, sports performance to mindful eating—you’ll find a rhythm that fits you. Together, you’ll build realistic goals, boost energy and confidence, reconnect with your body’s cues, and create habits that truly last.
(406) 796-3167 View (406) 796-3167
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Tracy Mindiola
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Serves Area
Do you aspire to eat healthily while savoring your favorite foods? Wondering how to transform guilty pleasures into wholesome meals without losing flavor? Maybe you're facing dietary challenges due to discomfort, diminished appetite, or illness and want to ensure your nutritional needs are met. Drawing from my personal journey, I've mastered the art of making every bite count. With extensive label scrutiny, research, and education, I've discovered numerous tips and alternatives to boost nutrition, optimize calories, all without sacrificing taste. I've had the privilege of assisting many individuals in rediscovering the joy of food.
Do you aspire to eat healthily while savoring your favorite foods? Wondering how to transform guilty pleasures into wholesome meals without losing flavor? Maybe you're facing dietary challenges due to discomfort, diminished appetite, or illness and want to ensure your nutritional needs are met. Drawing from my personal journey, I've mastered the art of making every bite count. With extensive label scrutiny, research, and education, I've discovered numerous tips and alternatives to boost nutrition, optimize calories, all without sacrificing taste. I've had the privilege of assisting many individuals in rediscovering the joy of food.
(346) 608-9798 View (346) 608-9798
FAQs - About Nutritionists and Dietitians

How can I find a dietitian or nutritionist in 76248?

To find dietitians and nutritionists near you, input your city, town, suburb, zip code, or a provider's name in the search bar at the top of the page. From there, you can filter by specialty, treatment technique, and gender to find a dietitian or nutritionist who matches your needs.

When you visit a dietitian or nutritionist's profile, you can get a better idea if they're the right fit for you. Consider things like session cost, accepted insurance plans, and their location or telehealth options. If someone seems like a good match, you can email them or call the number on their profile. When speaking with a professional, pay attention to whether or not you feel comfortable in the conversation and how knowledgeable they are about your specific nutrition concerns. It may also be helpful to ask more about their general approach to nutrition and the training behind their credentials.

What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?

The terms dietitian and nutritionist are often used interchangeably. However, there are actually key credential differences between dietitians and nutritionists that are important to keep in mind when seeking a nutrition professional.

A registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) has earned at least a graduate degree from an accredited program, completed a supervised practice program, passed the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam, and continues their education regularly. The RD and RDN credentials are regulated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest nutrition-related organization in the country. Only professionals who meet their standards can call themselves an RD or RDN and enjoy privileges like billing insurance. Additionally, RDs and RDNs can get board certifications in specialized areas such as gerontological nutrition (CSG), sports dietetics (CSSD), pediatric nutrition (CSP), renal nutrition (CSR), or oncology nutrition (CSO). They also need state licensure, which usually aligns with national requirements.

In contrast, the title "nutritionist" doesn't require any formal education or credentials; anyone can use the title of nutritionist, including those with very limited or no formal training in nutrition. Although there are certification programs that are marketed toward those interested in nutrition counseling, the rigor and academic requirements for such programs varies greatly. These important differences between dietitians and nutritionists are thus very important to consider when choosing the right nutrition professional for your needs. To be listed in the HealthProfs directory, Nutritionists must have a minimum of a Masters Degree in a relevant field.

When should I see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from medical conditions to lifestyle concerns like weight loss or dietary requirements; however, it's always important to find a professional who is a good fit for you. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, your specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals near you to determine whether a dietitian or nutritionist may be a better fit.

Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, especially for those with medical conditions. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you might want to seek 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). These credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area. Additionally, consider the availability of professionals in your area and their openness to telehealth sessions. While the field of dietetics is growing, there may not always be a wide selection of professionals, especially in rural areas. In such cases, focusing on the experience and expertise of the nutrition professional can be more important than their specific credentials.

Do I need a referral to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

A referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice. However, for a nutrition service to be covered by insurance, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary. In such cases, a referral is typically made for those who have been formally diagnosed with a medical condition requiring nutrition counseling, such as diabetes or hypertension. If insurance coverage is critical to a client's ability to see a dietitian, they should contact their insurance provider to determine if a referral is needed for nutritional counseling and to understand any potential co-pays or coverage limits that may apply in their individual circumstance.

How much does it cost to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?

The cost of seeing a dietitian or nutritionist depends on a number of variables, including their location, their specialty, whether they take insurance, and the professional's experience and training. On average, the cost of out-of-pocket sessions with a dietitian or nutritionist within the United States ranges from $50-$150. In some cases, nutrition professionals will require a longer initial evaluation session that will cost more than ongoing follow-up sessions. Dietitians and nutritionists may also offer packages for clients interested in longer-term nutritional support; in such cases, they may charge monthly or other periodic fees for more comprehensive services, such as a combination of nutrition sessions and out-of-session coaching support. If nutrition services are covered by a client's insurance plan and they are eligible for coverage based on any referral requirements, the out-of-pocket cost of seeing a dietitian may be completely covered or significantly reduced.

Are consultations with a dietitian or nutritionist covered by insurance?

If your insurance covers nutrition services, the cost is usually lower than paying out-of-pocket. However, insurance coverage can vary based on factors like your specific plan details, whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network provider, and whether you have a referral for nutrition services based on a medical diagnosis.

Coverage also depends on the type of nutrition service. Typically, insurance plans only cover services provided by a licensed Registered Dietitian (RD) and do not cover those offered by nutritionists or nutrition coaches without the RD credential. If nutrition services are not covered by your insurance, some dietitians and nutritionists may offer sliding scale rates or lower-cost services for clients who cannot afford their full fee. However, these spots are often limited and may not always be available.