Nutritionists and Dietitians in 80214

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Emma O'Connor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CEDS, RYT-200
Online Only
Hi there, I’m Emma, and I’m so happy you’re here. As a registered dietitian with half a decade of experience across all levels of eating disorder treatment and care, I am committed to helping you build a better relationship with your body and with food via virtual nutritional counseling and support. No matter how far away it may seem, you can find food freedom and release yourself from shame and anxiety around food. Food is only one aspect of life, and it doesn’t deserve to take up all your precious energy.
Hi there, I’m Emma, and I’m so happy you’re here. As a registered dietitian with half a decade of experience across all levels of eating disorder treatment and care, I am committed to helping you build a better relationship with your body and with food via virtual nutritional counseling and support. No matter how far away it may seem, you can find food freedom and release yourself from shame and anxiety around food. Food is only one aspect of life, and it doesn’t deserve to take up all your precious energy.
(720) 807-6897 View (720) 807-6897

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Cassie Petro
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CN, CNS
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80231
Our lives revolve around and depend on food, which is why nurturing your relationship to food is crucial to your health and something I strive to help strengthen. My approach to nutrition therapy is collaborative and personalized to optimize function within the whole body. Evidence-based nutrition science, health coaching, and trauma-informed care guide my practice to meet the needs of each individual I work with. I recognize the various challenges that can impact proper nutrition and aim to reduce internal and external limitations through nutrition education, empowerment, and behavior change.
Our lives revolve around and depend on food, which is why nurturing your relationship to food is crucial to your health and something I strive to help strengthen. My approach to nutrition therapy is collaborative and personalized to optimize function within the whole body. Evidence-based nutrition science, health coaching, and trauma-informed care guide my practice to meet the needs of each individual I work with. I recognize the various challenges that can impact proper nutrition and aim to reduce internal and external limitations through nutrition education, empowerment, and behavior change.
(720) 580-4263 View (720) 580-4263
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Debbie Lunnon
Nutritionist/Dietitian, CN
Broomfield, CO 80023
I am passionate about helping women develop a healthy relationship with food and feel good in their bodies. I will guide you in becoming aware of how your eating habits, lifestyle choices, stress levels, and thoughts may be contributing to your health, weight, and well-being. Together, we'll negotiate small changes, a little at a time that can powerfully transform your life. My training as a Psychology of Eating Coach and a Certified Nutritionist and Fitness Coach enables me to help my clients discover whatever is standing in the way of them reaching, and easily maintaining their health and weight loss goals.
I am passionate about helping women develop a healthy relationship with food and feel good in their bodies. I will guide you in becoming aware of how your eating habits, lifestyle choices, stress levels, and thoughts may be contributing to your health, weight, and well-being. Together, we'll negotiate small changes, a little at a time that can powerfully transform your life. My training as a Psychology of Eating Coach and a Certified Nutritionist and Fitness Coach enables me to help my clients discover whatever is standing in the way of them reaching, and easily maintaining their health and weight loss goals.
(303) 872-4319 View (303) 872-4319
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Liesel Maddox
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Serves Area
Liesel Maddox is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist passionate about helping people find lasting freedom with food and their bodies. Liesel is specialized in the nutritional treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and chronic dieting. Liesel uses a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to nutrition and incorporates Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating principles into nutrition counseling. She helps clients break free from diet culture and ditch food rules to heal their relationships with food, exercise, and their bodies. Liesel is happy to incorporate a Christian faith-based approach to treatment when desired.
Liesel Maddox is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist passionate about helping people find lasting freedom with food and their bodies. Liesel is specialized in the nutritional treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and chronic dieting. Liesel uses a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to nutrition and incorporates Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating principles into nutrition counseling. She helps clients break free from diet culture and ditch food rules to heal their relationships with food, exercise, and their bodies. Liesel is happy to incorporate a Christian faith-based approach to treatment when desired.
(719) 356-1855 View (719) 356-1855
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Marisa Faye Wellness - Hormone & Gut Specialists
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, FNTP, BCHN
Online Only
Our clients are women just like you suffering with fatigue, moodiness, hormonal acne, bloating, and you probably suspect you've got a problem with your thyroid or cortisol or stress levels or hormones - but the same old diet and exercise aren't solving it. What's often worse, is that you've probably asked your doctor what tests you should run, or if there's anything you can do and they haven't had much to say or offer you aside from a prescription that doesn't really solve the problem.
Our clients are women just like you suffering with fatigue, moodiness, hormonal acne, bloating, and you probably suspect you've got a problem with your thyroid or cortisol or stress levels or hormones - but the same old diet and exercise aren't solving it. What's often worse, is that you've probably asked your doctor what tests you should run, or if there's anything you can do and they haven't had much to say or offer you aside from a prescription that doesn't really solve the problem.
(855) 525-8036 View (855) 525-8036
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Jenna Lenhart
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, IBCLC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian who has spent much of her nutrition career helping those in the pediatric/young adult population. While seeing a variety of nutrition concerns, she specializes in helping patients in eating disorder recovery and seeks to promote a safe space to pursue a new healthy relationship with food. Jenna uses a patient-centered approach to working with clients, prioritizing patient goals for their health journey. With disordered eating, she uses an intuitive eating framework of counseling in addition to family based therapy to promote a safe and effective environment for healing.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian who has spent much of her nutrition career helping those in the pediatric/young adult population. While seeing a variety of nutrition concerns, she specializes in helping patients in eating disorder recovery and seeks to promote a safe space to pursue a new healthy relationship with food. Jenna uses a patient-centered approach to working with clients, prioritizing patient goals for their health journey. With disordered eating, she uses an intuitive eating framework of counseling in addition to family based therapy to promote a safe and effective environment for healing.
(971) 449-1216 View (971) 449-1216
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Katrina Darling Friedman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MD, RD, LDN
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Katrina is a registered dietitian and functional practitioner specializing in women's health, heart health and sports nutrition. Her mission is to guide clients from overwhelm to ease, and empower them with a better understanding of their own needs to help them reconnect with their bodies, optimize their fertility, and transform their lives with targeted nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement therapies. Katrina takes a non-restrictive, food-first, root-cause approach to functional care. Katrina encourages her clients to take charge of their healing journey through her education-focused sessions and communication style.
Katrina is a registered dietitian and functional practitioner specializing in women's health, heart health and sports nutrition. Her mission is to guide clients from overwhelm to ease, and empower them with a better understanding of their own needs to help them reconnect with their bodies, optimize their fertility, and transform their lives with targeted nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement therapies. Katrina takes a non-restrictive, food-first, root-cause approach to functional care. Katrina encourages her clients to take charge of their healing journey through her education-focused sessions and communication style.
(321) 475-6080 View (321) 475-6080
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Jade Tyler
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Online Only
As a dietitian, Jade enjoys helping people identify the negative beliefs, emotions, and/or associations they have surrounding food, their weight, and their body, and then using nutritional interventions to respectfully and effectively guide them towards a healthy and loving relationship with food and their body. With a passion for offering individualized nutritional support, she is committed to helping each of her beloved clients by teaching the principles of Intuitive Eating, challenging thoughts and behaviors associated with chronic dieting, and working with people pre- and post-bariatric surgery.
As a dietitian, Jade enjoys helping people identify the negative beliefs, emotions, and/or associations they have surrounding food, their weight, and their body, and then using nutritional interventions to respectfully and effectively guide them towards a healthy and loving relationship with food and their body. With a passion for offering individualized nutritional support, she is committed to helping each of her beloved clients by teaching the principles of Intuitive Eating, challenging thoughts and behaviors associated with chronic dieting, and working with people pre- and post-bariatric surgery.
(480) 426-8613 View (480) 426-8613
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Danielle Zold
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CLC, CGN
Online Only
Your child is getting pickier by the day, and meals are starting to feel like a constant battle. You’ve tried all the usual tips, but nothing seems to stick. Whether it’s ARFID, Autism, slow weight gain, or gut issues like constipation, you’re looking for real answers. You want your child to eat more variety, feel better, and grow strong. Most of all, you want support from someone who understands what you’re going through and can offer strategies that actually make a difference without adding more stress to your plate.
Your child is getting pickier by the day, and meals are starting to feel like a constant battle. You’ve tried all the usual tips, but nothing seems to stick. Whether it’s ARFID, Autism, slow weight gain, or gut issues like constipation, you’re looking for real answers. You want your child to eat more variety, feel better, and grow strong. Most of all, you want support from someone who understands what you’re going through and can offer strategies that actually make a difference without adding more stress to your plate.
(720) 702-1320 View (720) 702-1320
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Jenny Antony
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CSPCC, LD
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Jenny is a registered dietitian who has helped people manage their nutrition and weight through some of the most critical times of their lives. She has worked with conditions including weight loss, pregnancy, postpartum, poor weight gain, feeding difficulties, gastrointestinal disease, congenital heart disease, transplant, and inborn errors of metabolism. She loves working with children and adults alike and believes there is something to learn from every client she meets. Jenny strives to be a good listener and understand her clients' goals and struggles.
Jenny is a registered dietitian who has helped people manage their nutrition and weight through some of the most critical times of their lives. She has worked with conditions including weight loss, pregnancy, postpartum, poor weight gain, feeding difficulties, gastrointestinal disease, congenital heart disease, transplant, and inborn errors of metabolism. She loves working with children and adults alike and believes there is something to learn from every client she meets. Jenny strives to be a good listener and understand her clients' goals and struggles.
(904) 595-9730 View (904) 595-9730
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Stephanie Sall Bulter
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RD, CDN
Online Only
I work one-on-one with clients in a supportive, collaborative environment and utilize a totally customized approach that is specifically tailored towards each client’s individual needs. Unlike a fad diet or generic meal plan, my nutrition counseling program works because I get to know my clients on a personal level to really understand their unique challenges so that I can provide realistic, sustainable action plans to help them reach — and maintain — their long-term goals. I aim to empower my clients with the knowledge and tools they need to continue their health journey with confidence and clarity!
I work one-on-one with clients in a supportive, collaborative environment and utilize a totally customized approach that is specifically tailored towards each client’s individual needs. Unlike a fad diet or generic meal plan, my nutrition counseling program works because I get to know my clients on a personal level to really understand their unique challenges so that I can provide realistic, sustainable action plans to help them reach — and maintain — their long-term goals. I aim to empower my clients with the knowledge and tools they need to continue their health journey with confidence and clarity!
(303) 872-7578 View (303) 872-7578
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Vibrant Health Method, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS
Online Only
Sarah Alexandra is a functional nutritionist with a Master's of Science degree in Human Nutrition, Certified Nutrition Specialist and MD Candidate here to help you find the root-cause to improve gut health, hormone + blood sugar balance, sugar cravings, and weight management through functional nutrition and precision lab testing. Lab testing is vital to learn your unique biochemistry and to tailor a custom protocol directly to what your body needs on a cellular level.
Sarah Alexandra is a functional nutritionist with a Master's of Science degree in Human Nutrition, Certified Nutrition Specialist and MD Candidate here to help you find the root-cause to improve gut health, hormone + blood sugar balance, sugar cravings, and weight management through functional nutrition and precision lab testing. Lab testing is vital to learn your unique biochemistry and to tailor a custom protocol directly to what your body needs on a cellular level.
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Brittany C Adelman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LD
Denver, CO 80212
As a Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian specializing in mental health and mood disorders, gut health, food sensitivities, hormone regulation, mindful and intuitive eating, and behavior change, it is my job to dig deep to find the root causes of your chronic symptoms. It's time to feel like the best version of yourself. I can't wait to work with you!
As a Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian specializing in mental health and mood disorders, gut health, food sensitivities, hormone regulation, mindful and intuitive eating, and behavior change, it is my job to dig deep to find the root causes of your chronic symptoms. It's time to feel like the best version of yourself. I can't wait to work with you!
(720) 310-6970 View (720) 310-6970
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Martha Uhl
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Denver, CO 80218
We aren’t born knowing how to navigate our relationship with food or our bodies, we are taught. So many different values and opinions contribute to our unique connection (or lack thereof) to food. That’s where I come in. I am here to help you untangle certain messages to find what works for you and your own life, not what diet culture says is best for you. I decided to become a Registered Dietitian while I was mid-treatment for my eating disorder nearly two decades ago. It took a handful of years to make sure I had a solid footing in my recovery before deciding to go back to school to become an Eating Disorder Dietitian.
We aren’t born knowing how to navigate our relationship with food or our bodies, we are taught. So many different values and opinions contribute to our unique connection (or lack thereof) to food. That’s where I come in. I am here to help you untangle certain messages to find what works for you and your own life, not what diet culture says is best for you. I decided to become a Registered Dietitian while I was mid-treatment for my eating disorder nearly two decades ago. It took a handful of years to make sure I had a solid footing in my recovery before deciding to go back to school to become an Eating Disorder Dietitian.
(720) 868-9668 View (720) 868-9668
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Emily Forzley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CEDS
Denver, CO 80203
Understanding nutrition can feel impossible in a world where information can become skewed by diet culture and trendy food fads. My goal as a dietitian is to provide the space where we can break it all down and learn about nutrition from a neutral lens. I practice from a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to help you work toward finding peace with food and your body. Food can be so much more than just nourishment, and my hope is to help you find food freedom.
Understanding nutrition can feel impossible in a world where information can become skewed by diet culture and trendy food fads. My goal as a dietitian is to provide the space where we can break it all down and learn about nutrition from a neutral lens. I practice from a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to help you work toward finding peace with food and your body. Food can be so much more than just nourishment, and my hope is to help you find food freedom.
(720) 989-1198 View (720) 989-1198
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Personalized Nutrition Concierges, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Denver, CO 80216
Whether we work together in person or remotely, you will get 3 months of unlimited one on one support with weekly follow ups, body composition analyses, a personalized nutrition plan, DNA testing and custom menus with recipes and grocery lists! Traditional diets with a one-size-fits-all approach are a thing of the past! With a registered dietitian as your guide, you will learn how to nourish your body based on your unique needs for better long-term health and weight loss results. My clients get amazing results and you can too! Schedule a free phone consultation to learn more! https://ScheduleCallWithKassandra.as.me/
Whether we work together in person or remotely, you will get 3 months of unlimited one on one support with weekly follow ups, body composition analyses, a personalized nutrition plan, DNA testing and custom menus with recipes and grocery lists! Traditional diets with a one-size-fits-all approach are a thing of the past! With a registered dietitian as your guide, you will learn how to nourish your body based on your unique needs for better long-term health and weight loss results. My clients get amazing results and you can too! Schedule a free phone consultation to learn more! https://ScheduleCallWithKassandra.as.me/
(720) 961-4602 View (720) 961-4602
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Colorado Functional Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS
Online Only
Are you a stressed out, overwhelmed mama dealing with anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with lack of motivation, racing thoughts or panic attacks, or even getting out of bed? Do you have a child struggling with ADHD or focus and attention issues at school? Are you looking for a holistic approach that gets to the root cause of symptoms using food as medicine, functional testing, plus targeted supplements and herbs to give you or your child relief?
Are you a stressed out, overwhelmed mama dealing with anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with lack of motivation, racing thoughts or panic attacks, or even getting out of bed? Do you have a child struggling with ADHD or focus and attention issues at school? Are you looking for a holistic approach that gets to the root cause of symptoms using food as medicine, functional testing, plus targeted supplements and herbs to give you or your child relief?
(303) 493-9987 View (303) 493-9987
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Tracy Brown
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD/N
Serves Area
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs.  We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food.  Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise.  Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again.  My approach of somatic nutrition therapy and coaching teaches intuitive eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust our bodies again.
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs.  We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food.  Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise.  Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again.  My approach of somatic nutrition therapy and coaching teaches intuitive eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust our bodies again.
(239) 266-2502 View (239) 266-2502
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Meredith Alvarez
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Lafayette, CO 80026
Do you want to find food freedom, learn to respect your body, and rediscover the joy of eating? I'm here to help. Every person is unique - we all have different bodies, health struggles, goals, history, and daily life routines. I create a highly personalized plan for every single client. I am here to help guide you on the path to discovering how to have a positive relationship with food & navigate your health struggles. I am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor - it isn't about dieting or calorie counting, but instead finding peace with food. I am here to help you finally feel food freedom and give up dieting for good.
Do you want to find food freedom, learn to respect your body, and rediscover the joy of eating? I'm here to help. Every person is unique - we all have different bodies, health struggles, goals, history, and daily life routines. I create a highly personalized plan for every single client. I am here to help guide you on the path to discovering how to have a positive relationship with food & navigate your health struggles. I am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor - it isn't about dieting or calorie counting, but instead finding peace with food. I am here to help you finally feel food freedom and give up dieting for good.
(210) 880-2089 View (210) 880-2089
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Optimal Wellness Solutions
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CCN
Serves Area
As a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist focused on holistic care, I help patients achieve lasting results by addressing the root causes of their health concerns. Through a comprehensive 80-marker blood test—which I co-developed with Quest Diagnostics—I identify key issues such as nutrient deficiencies, toxic exposures, hormonal imbalances, and immune and neurological deficits. This personalized approach allows us to tackle stress, lifestyle factors, and overall wellness from the inside out. I provide real solutions to real health problems for those seeking a natural, sustainable approach to health.
As a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist focused on holistic care, I help patients achieve lasting results by addressing the root causes of their health concerns. Through a comprehensive 80-marker blood test—which I co-developed with Quest Diagnostics—I identify key issues such as nutrient deficiencies, toxic exposures, hormonal imbalances, and immune and neurological deficits. This personalized approach allows us to tackle stress, lifestyle factors, and overall wellness from the inside out. I provide real solutions to real health problems for those seeking a natural, sustainable approach to health.
(719) 259-1336 View (719) 259-1336
FAQs - About Nutritionists and Dietitians

How can I find a dietitian or nutritionist in 80214?

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.