Nutritionists and Dietitians in 90002

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Aditi Shah
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN
Serves Area
Welcome to Nourish By Aditi. I am Aditi and I am thrilled to be a part of your health journey! I focus on integrative nutrition to get to the root cause of illness and disease. I will provide you with the tools needed to restore, rebuild and rejuvenate your health and achieve ultimate wellness. I am truly passionate about helping people and I would love the opportunity to get to know you. My promise is to empower you to successfully achieve your health goals through non-diet, integrative nutrition consulting and lifestyle practices to feel improvement in health, fitness, and mental strength.
Welcome to Nourish By Aditi. I am Aditi and I am thrilled to be a part of your health journey! I focus on integrative nutrition to get to the root cause of illness and disease. I will provide you with the tools needed to restore, rebuild and rejuvenate your health and achieve ultimate wellness. I am truly passionate about helping people and I would love the opportunity to get to know you. My promise is to empower you to successfully achieve your health goals through non-diet, integrative nutrition consulting and lifestyle practices to feel improvement in health, fitness, and mental strength.
(657) 214-4629 View (657) 214-4629
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Abraham Ruiz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I support individuals healing from eating disorders, chronic dieting, and disordered relationships with food and movement. My approach is compassionate, curious, and collaborative, meeting you where you are and helping you find freedom with food. As a former professional dancer, I understand how performance pressures shape body image. I now help athletes, dancers, performers (and others!) fuel intentionally, rebuild trust, and find balance without rigidity.
I support individuals healing from eating disorders, chronic dieting, and disordered relationships with food and movement. My approach is compassionate, curious, and collaborative, meeting you where you are and helping you find freedom with food. As a former professional dancer, I understand how performance pressures shape body image. I now help athletes, dancers, performers (and others!) fuel intentionally, rebuild trust, and find balance without rigidity.
(206) 752-3627 View (206) 752-3627

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Kelly Blasco
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I'm Kelly, a registered dietitian who specializes in chronic dieting, disordered eating, eating disorders, body image, mental health and addiction. If you've found yourself in a cycle of chronic dieting, calorie counting, over exercise or avoidance of social gatherings involving food, I can help. What we eat is so much more than what we have access to or time for- it speaks to early food culture in our home, our mental health, what we've been made to believe via social media etc. A healthy relationship with food and body is possible for everyone.
I'm Kelly, a registered dietitian who specializes in chronic dieting, disordered eating, eating disorders, body image, mental health and addiction. If you've found yourself in a cycle of chronic dieting, calorie counting, over exercise or avoidance of social gatherings involving food, I can help. What we eat is so much more than what we have access to or time for- it speaks to early food culture in our home, our mental health, what we've been made to believe via social media etc. A healthy relationship with food and body is possible for everyone.
(949) 694-1327 View (949) 694-1327
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Andrea Kent
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, CNSC
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I specialize in the following: Intuitive Eating, Eating Disorder Recovery, Gastrointestinal and Digestive Challenges- SIBO, IBS, etc; Body Image Support, Pre/Post-Natal Nutrition and general chronic conditions.
I specialize in the following: Intuitive Eating, Eating Disorder Recovery, Gastrointestinal and Digestive Challenges- SIBO, IBS, etc; Body Image Support, Pre/Post-Natal Nutrition and general chronic conditions.
(858) 544-0970 View (858) 544-0970
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Shima Fazelimanesh
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CPT
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
I am a Clinical Registered Dietitian and specialize in renal disease, diabetes, GI including enteral (Tube Feedings) & parenteral nutrition. In addition to my private practice, I am currently working as an acute care clinical dietitian at Olive-View UCLA Medical Center, & as an Organ Transplant Dietitian at Keck Medical Center of USC & an outpatient Dialysis Cedars Sinai Medical Center; additionally, have led outpatient diabetes education and weight loss and bariatric education classes at Olive View UCLA Medical Center. My goal is to help & teach my patients how to make nutritionally sound food choices to speed the recovery process.
I am a Clinical Registered Dietitian and specialize in renal disease, diabetes, GI including enteral (Tube Feedings) & parenteral nutrition. In addition to my private practice, I am currently working as an acute care clinical dietitian at Olive-View UCLA Medical Center, & as an Organ Transplant Dietitian at Keck Medical Center of USC & an outpatient Dialysis Cedars Sinai Medical Center; additionally, have led outpatient diabetes education and weight loss and bariatric education classes at Olive View UCLA Medical Center. My goal is to help & teach my patients how to make nutritionally sound food choices to speed the recovery process.
(323) 784-6256 View (323) 784-6256
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Mariah Haroon
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS RDN
Los Angeles, CA 90025
My food philosophy has guided me successfully throughout my career as a Registered Dietitian. I believe healthy eating is attainable for everyone, regardless of their income, routine and dietary preference. Moreover, there is not one particular method to achieve a healthy weight. The key is to understand what works for you. Realize ways to sustain your nutrition status and allow for set backs. I am genuinely happy to see my clients discover their own method to keep themselves healthy.
My food philosophy has guided me successfully throughout my career as a Registered Dietitian. I believe healthy eating is attainable for everyone, regardless of their income, routine and dietary preference. Moreover, there is not one particular method to achieve a healthy weight. The key is to understand what works for you. Realize ways to sustain your nutrition status and allow for set backs. I am genuinely happy to see my clients discover their own method to keep themselves healthy.
(424) 207-1967 View (424) 207-1967
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Janice Dada
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, CDCES, CEDS
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I specialize in helping individuals and families optimize their health, well-being, and eating behaviors. I offer personalized nutrition counseling using a non-diet, weight-inclusive framework, which means I don’t focus on body size or prescribe eating rules to follow. Instead, I use a client-centered model of care and serve as a guide on the journey to better health and wellness. My approach incorporates evidence-based nutrition principles along with an understanding of human behavior and psychology. This process looks different for everyone; there is no “one size fits all.”
I specialize in helping individuals and families optimize their health, well-being, and eating behaviors. I offer personalized nutrition counseling using a non-diet, weight-inclusive framework, which means I don’t focus on body size or prescribe eating rules to follow. Instead, I use a client-centered model of care and serve as a guide on the journey to better health and wellness. My approach incorporates evidence-based nutrition principles along with an understanding of human behavior and psychology. This process looks different for everyone; there is no “one size fits all.”
(949) 342-4605 View (949) 342-4605
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LeeAnn Weintraub
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD
Culver City, CA 90232
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) in private practice for over 15 years. I work with individuals, families and organizations to problem-solve nutrition concerns and improve health outcomes. I offer a nonjudgmental, straightforward and evidence-based approach. I listen to you and gather all necessary information to provide a nutrition plan and recommendations that work for you. It is my pleasure to be your nutrition guide!
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) in private practice for over 15 years. I work with individuals, families and organizations to problem-solve nutrition concerns and improve health outcomes. I offer a nonjudgmental, straightforward and evidence-based approach. I listen to you and gather all necessary information to provide a nutrition plan and recommendations that work for you. It is my pleasure to be your nutrition guide!
(310) 341-0738 View (310) 341-0738
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Ariel Jay Flicker
Nutritionist/Dietitian, CPT, Pn1, BS
Serves Area
My ideal client is someone who feels like they want a change in their lifestyle, but they are missing the important pieces of knowledge needed to execute a plan. As a Certified Personal Trainer, Weight Management Specialist, and Certified Nutrition Coach - I have the experience and credentials to build you a full wellness plan to become the healthy and balanced individual you have dreamed of becoming! I myself used to struggle with weight and truly know what this experience is like. I am here to be your cheerleader and coach, your accountability buddy, whatever YOU need to succeed!
My ideal client is someone who feels like they want a change in their lifestyle, but they are missing the important pieces of knowledge needed to execute a plan. As a Certified Personal Trainer, Weight Management Specialist, and Certified Nutrition Coach - I have the experience and credentials to build you a full wellness plan to become the healthy and balanced individual you have dreamed of becoming! I myself used to struggle with weight and truly know what this experience is like. I am here to be your cheerleader and coach, your accountability buddy, whatever YOU need to succeed!
(458) 236-5886 View (458) 236-5886
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Shari Havourd
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LDN
Serves Area
**Accepting In-Person & Telehealth Clients** My style is to work collaboratively and with compassion when helping my clients cope with their medical and mental health diagnoses, overcome dieting distress and improve their quality of life through nutrition and lifestyle changes. I offer evidence-based medical nutrition therapy, intuitive eating skills, mindfulness practices, and use functional labs and selective supplements when needed. I am passionate about addressing the gut-brain axis and conditions like ADHD, anxiety, autoimmune, depression, disordered eating, eating disorders, GERD, insomnia, IBS, IBD, and SIBO.
**Accepting In-Person & Telehealth Clients** My style is to work collaboratively and with compassion when helping my clients cope with their medical and mental health diagnoses, overcome dieting distress and improve their quality of life through nutrition and lifestyle changes. I offer evidence-based medical nutrition therapy, intuitive eating skills, mindfulness practices, and use functional labs and selective supplements when needed. I am passionate about addressing the gut-brain axis and conditions like ADHD, anxiety, autoimmune, depression, disordered eating, eating disorders, GERD, insomnia, IBS, IBD, and SIBO.
(970) 341-2027 View (970) 341-2027
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Shani Mara Breiter
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Are you a parent looking for a thoughtful solution to help your child or teen lose weight? I help parents of overweight children and teens learn how to support their child emotionally and physically so that losing weight is family focused, mindful and achievable.
Are you a parent looking for a thoughtful solution to help your child or teen lose weight? I help parents of overweight children and teens learn how to support their child emotionally and physically so that losing weight is family focused, mindful and achievable.
(424) 321-7393 View (424) 321-7393
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Alyse Levine
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Our Nutritionbite practice is consistently ranked #1 for Los Angeles nutritionists by sites like Yelp. For more than ten years, our integrated counseling approach has been effecting permanent lifestyle changes in hundreds of clients. Our unique program typically involves teaching individuals how to eat "intuitively"--most of our clients don't feel like they are dieting. We offer nutrition consulting services to individuals of all ages, families and businesses. For a view of what our clients think of us, please read our reviews on Yelp!
Our Nutritionbite practice is consistently ranked #1 for Los Angeles nutritionists by sites like Yelp. For more than ten years, our integrated counseling approach has been effecting permanent lifestyle changes in hundreds of clients. Our unique program typically involves teaching individuals how to eat "intuitively"--most of our clients don't feel like they are dieting. We offer nutrition consulting services to individuals of all ages, families and businesses. For a view of what our clients think of us, please read our reviews on Yelp!
(310) 526-8082 View (310) 526-8082
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Valerie Henderson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
San Pedro, CA 90731
Are you tired of counting calories and monitoring macro intake? Have you tried multiple diets, cleanses and detox programs? Are you tired of trying to lose weight and just keep want to be healthy?At some point, most of us who have tried everything eventually feel drained lost and defeated. We all just want to eat and heal without worry of worsening a health condition or losing control of our weight. I help my clients develop a better relationship with food and their body. They learn how to listen to their body’s needs and eat real food instead of a diet full of manufactured products.
Are you tired of counting calories and monitoring macro intake? Have you tried multiple diets, cleanses and detox programs? Are you tired of trying to lose weight and just keep want to be healthy?At some point, most of us who have tried everything eventually feel drained lost and defeated. We all just want to eat and heal without worry of worsening a health condition or losing control of our weight. I help my clients develop a better relationship with food and their body. They learn how to listen to their body’s needs and eat real food instead of a diet full of manufactured products.
(424) 477-3181 View (424) 477-3181
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Michelle Missy Porteous
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDE, CLT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Have you recently been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol? Or, are you chronically plagued with the pain or discomfort of IBS, Migraines or Fibromyalgia? Has eating, the one thing you always felt you could control, now begun to feel it is controlling you? Missy has helped hundreds of people overcome and reverse health conditions, establish healthy food relationships, get off the dieting roller coaster, and learn how to have an ENJOYABLE lifestyle full of energy.
Have you recently been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol? Or, are you chronically plagued with the pain or discomfort of IBS, Migraines or Fibromyalgia? Has eating, the one thing you always felt you could control, now begun to feel it is controlling you? Missy has helped hundreds of people overcome and reverse health conditions, establish healthy food relationships, get off the dieting roller coaster, and learn how to have an ENJOYABLE lifestyle full of energy.
(951) 379-3204 View (951) 379-3204
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Deirdre Paulson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDCES
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90501
My approach to care is to address the whole person not just the diagnosis. As an experienced nutrition expert, I have worked for the past 15 years helping individuals improve their lives and maintain their health with nutrition therapy, positive mindsets and fitness. I believe strongly that food plays one of the biggest roles in our life with regard to maintaining our health and healing our bodies. Therefore, I believe that the food we consume should be a top priority in our lives.
My approach to care is to address the whole person not just the diagnosis. As an experienced nutrition expert, I have worked for the past 15 years helping individuals improve their lives and maintain their health with nutrition therapy, positive mindsets and fitness. I believe strongly that food plays one of the biggest roles in our life with regard to maintaining our health and healing our bodies. Therefore, I believe that the food we consume should be a top priority in our lives.
(424) 296-4149 View (424) 296-4149
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Malou Aragon Nichols
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Serves Area
Malou /mah-loo/ sees each individual as the expert of their lived experience and believes in their inherent wholeness. They approach nutrition in a holistic, whole-person way and believe cultural foods are part of "a healthy diet." She identifies as a filipino/a/x dietitian because it holds cultural, social significance to them and their care work. They bring humility, lived experience, and compassion to their work, and aspires to help cultivate embodied relationships with food and well-being. She is passionate about supporting folks with complex medical concerns and prioritizes a weight-inclusive or fat-positive approach.
Malou /mah-loo/ sees each individual as the expert of their lived experience and believes in their inherent wholeness. They approach nutrition in a holistic, whole-person way and believe cultural foods are part of "a healthy diet." She identifies as a filipino/a/x dietitian because it holds cultural, social significance to them and their care work. They bring humility, lived experience, and compassion to their work, and aspires to help cultivate embodied relationships with food and well-being. She is passionate about supporting folks with complex medical concerns and prioritizes a weight-inclusive or fat-positive approach.
(970) 442-9670 View (970) 442-9670
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Valentina Steverlynck
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Serves Area
I’m a registered dietitian helping adults and children heal their relationship with food through intuitive eating, eating disorder recovery, pediatric nutrition therapy, and vegan nutrition. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and free from diet culture, so you can feel confident, nourished, and empowered in your body. Whether you’re struggling with disordered eating, supporting a child with medical nutrition needs, or navigating plant-based or vegan nutrition safely, I provide practical guidance tailored to your real life. Sessions are collaborative, supportive, and focused on sustainable change, not rules or restriction.
I’m a registered dietitian helping adults and children heal their relationship with food through intuitive eating, eating disorder recovery, pediatric nutrition therapy, and vegan nutrition. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and free from diet culture, so you can feel confident, nourished, and empowered in your body. Whether you’re struggling with disordered eating, supporting a child with medical nutrition needs, or navigating plant-based or vegan nutrition safely, I provide practical guidance tailored to your real life. Sessions are collaborative, supportive, and focused on sustainable change, not rules or restriction.
(949) 676-1582 View (949) 676-1582
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Mea Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, MPH
Los Angeles, CA 90065
Functional nutrition for gut health, mood, energy, and longevity. Author, Navy Vet, and media featured Functional Dietitian specializing in food-as-medicine for mental health, energy, gut issues (IBS), and focus. I help you rebalance your body from the inside out with my proprietary 3-pillar framework (Mind-Body Connection, Medicinal Nutrition, and Detoxification). Customized solutions and root-cause investigation through lab testing offers a high-end solution for those who want results. Fundamentals include anti-inflammatory nutrition, blood sugar balance, deficiencies, and genetics. Let's give your body an oil change and reset.
Functional nutrition for gut health, mood, energy, and longevity. Author, Navy Vet, and media featured Functional Dietitian specializing in food-as-medicine for mental health, energy, gut issues (IBS), and focus. I help you rebalance your body from the inside out with my proprietary 3-pillar framework (Mind-Body Connection, Medicinal Nutrition, and Detoxification). Customized solutions and root-cause investigation through lab testing offers a high-end solution for those who want results. Fundamentals include anti-inflammatory nutrition, blood sugar balance, deficiencies, and genetics. Let's give your body an oil change and reset.
(571) 901-1110 View (571) 901-1110
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Stacey Rombough
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, RD
Tustin, CA 92782
I am a registered dietitian with over 15 years of specialized experience in the treatment of eating disorders, working with both adolescents and adults across all levels of care. My background includes extensive work in outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), partial hospitalization (PHP), and residential treatment settings. I have supported clients with a wide range of diagnoses, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and other forms of disordered eating.
I am a registered dietitian with over 15 years of specialized experience in the treatment of eating disorders, working with both adolescents and adults across all levels of care. My background includes extensive work in outpatient, intensive outpatient (IOP), partial hospitalization (PHP), and residential treatment settings. I have supported clients with a wide range of diagnoses, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and other forms of disordered eating.
(714) 874-8316 View (714) 874-8316
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Addison Hagge
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Addison is a registered dietitian who works to understand your needs by taking a comprehensive and personalized approach to nutrition therapy. She believes in weight-inclusive care, Health at Every Size, and strives to help her clients find balance with nutrition, movement, and their bodies. You can expect Addison to listen to you, support you, and provide you with the tools to find healing and balance. She will work with you to find ways to achieve your goals and understand the challenges you face. She is devoted to providing you with the most effective and up-to-date nutrition care and information possible.
Addison is a registered dietitian who works to understand your needs by taking a comprehensive and personalized approach to nutrition therapy. She believes in weight-inclusive care, Health at Every Size, and strives to help her clients find balance with nutrition, movement, and their bodies. You can expect Addison to listen to you, support you, and provide you with the tools to find healing and balance. She will work with you to find ways to achieve your goals and understand the challenges you face. She is devoted to providing you with the most effective and up-to-date nutrition care and information possible.
(410) 886-7744 View (410) 886-7744
FAQs - About Nutritionists and Dietitians

How can I find a dietitian or nutritionist in 90002?

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.