Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in San Juan Capistrano, CA

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June Nutrition Therapy
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MHA, RD-N
Online Only
Many come to June Nutrition Therapy seeking guidance through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, blood sugar concerns, eating disorder recovery, body image struggles, or chronic stress around food and wellness.
At June Nutrition Therapy, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care that helps clients feel more grounded, nourished, and confident. Through individualized nutrition counseling, emotional support, practical strategies, and realistic goal-setting, we help clients build sustainable habits that support both physical and mental well-being long term.
Many come to June Nutrition Therapy seeking guidance through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, blood sugar concerns, eating disorder recovery, body image struggles, or chronic stress around food and wellness.
At June Nutrition Therapy, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care that helps clients feel more grounded, nourished, and confident. Through individualized nutrition counseling, emotional support, practical strategies, and realistic goal-setting, we help clients build sustainable habits that support both physical and mental well-being long term.
(562) 262-8714 View (562) 262-8714

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Valentina Steverlynck
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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.
I offer individualized, evidence-based nutrition counseling for children, teens, and adults. Specialties include intuitive eating, eating disorder recovery, pediatric nutrition, picky eating, feeding disorders, ARFID, vegan nutrition, body image, and diabetes management. Compassionate, personalized care for lasting change.
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.
I offer individualized, evidence-based nutrition counseling for children, teens, and adults. Specialties include intuitive eating, eating disorder recovery, pediatric nutrition, picky eating, feeding disorders, ARFID, vegan nutrition, body image, and diabetes management. Compassionate, personalized care for lasting change.
(949) 676-1582 View (949) 676-1582
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Dawn Narvaez
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
I specialize in a whole system approach for the mind and body wellness to meet individual goals, including; overcoming negative body image, conquer disordered eating, eliminating binge eating, overcoming food choice obsessions, stemming late-night cravings, approaching picky eaters, enhancing performance for athletes, managing autoimmune disorders, preventing and managing diabetes and pre-diabetes, weight loss or weight gain, treat and prevent constipation and other GI complaints. Learn how to find a balance between enthusiasm and success. Learn the tools to turn from emotional to intentional eating.
I specialize in a whole system approach for the mind and body wellness to meet individual goals, including; overcoming negative body image, conquer disordered eating, eliminating binge eating, overcoming food choice obsessions, stemming late-night cravings, approaching picky eaters, enhancing performance for athletes, managing autoimmune disorders, preventing and managing diabetes and pre-diabetes, weight loss or weight gain, treat and prevent constipation and other GI complaints. Learn how to find a balance between enthusiasm and success. Learn the tools to turn from emotional to intentional eating.
(949) 303-7925 View (949) 303-7925
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Janice Dada
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, CDCES, CEDS
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I'm passionate about simplifying and destigmatizing the nutrition- and weight-based discourse around health and medical conditions
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'm passionate about simplifying and destigmatizing the nutrition- and weight-based discourse around health and medical conditions
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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Nutrition by Gwen Consulting
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, CLT
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
I specialize in LEAP [Lifestyle, Eating & Performance] Therapy, Food sensitivity and toxic immune food reactions.
If you are experiencing food sensitivities related to migraines, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn's or any digestive abnormalities then you have landed on the right website. Get tested to identify foods that are triggering inflammation. Others report significant improvement when following the LEAP/MRT Anti-inflammatory food plan. Also specializing in weight loss, diabetes management, alternative & functional nutrition with a Food as Medicine approach.
I specialize in LEAP [Lifestyle, Eating & Performance] Therapy, Food sensitivity and toxic immune food reactions.
If you are experiencing food sensitivities related to migraines, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Crohn's or any digestive abnormalities then you have landed on the right website. Get tested to identify foods that are triggering inflammation. Others report significant improvement when following the LEAP/MRT Anti-inflammatory food plan. Also specializing in weight loss, diabetes management, alternative & functional nutrition with a Food as Medicine approach.
(714) 643-8757 View (714) 643-8757
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Aditi Shah
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN
Fullerton, CA 92833
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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Michelle Missy Porteous
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDE, CLT
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92505
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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Yi Min Teo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CNSC
Online Only
With my clinical experience in treating patients with digestive disorders and nutrition support, I am here to provide evidence-based, culturally sensitive nutrition therapy that is personalized to you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, scared of eating foods due to your digestive disorder diagnosis (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, IBS, gastroparesis, new ileostomy/colostomy, etc)? Has this led to a restrictive diet, fatigue, stress and weight loss? I am here to help clients like you to troubleshoot and navigate your digestive issues, empower you through personalized step-by-step strategies to help reduce fear and anxiety around eating, decrease inflammation, and get your peace, energy and confidence back.
With my clinical experience in treating patients with digestive disorders and nutrition support, I am here to provide evidence-based, culturally sensitive nutrition therapy that is personalized to you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, scared of eating foods due to your digestive disorder diagnosis (Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis, IBS, gastroparesis, new ileostomy/colostomy, etc)? Has this led to a restrictive diet, fatigue, stress and weight loss? I am here to help clients like you to troubleshoot and navigate your digestive issues, empower you through personalized step-by-step strategies to help reduce fear and anxiety around eating, decrease inflammation, and get your peace, energy and confidence back.
(323) 207-0403 View (323) 207-0403
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Joanna Richardson-Jones
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MBA, RPS
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
The key to successful therapy is to customize the modality to client's needs.
Do you feel like you can't control your eating food- related behaviors ? Do you see yourself as "fat" when others see you as too thin? Would you say that food and thoughts about food dominate your life? You don't have to be alone in your struggle. My specialized and experienced empathetic approach focuses on you and your personal experience . The science of nutrition is important but struggling clients need support with their emotions around food and eating. Plan of care and recovery is developed carefully with your involvement.
The key to successful therapy is to customize the modality to client's needs.
Do you feel like you can't control your eating food- related behaviors ? Do you see yourself as "fat" when others see you as too thin? Would you say that food and thoughts about food dominate your life? You don't have to be alone in your struggle. My specialized and experienced empathetic approach focuses on you and your personal experience . The science of nutrition is important but struggling clients need support with their emotions around food and eating. Plan of care and recovery is developed carefully with your involvement.
(949) 565-2818 View (949) 565-2818
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Temecula Dietitians
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
Serves Area
We are highly experienced dietitians that focus on our clients individual needs in a way that feels realistic and attainable. We treat all conditions including eating disorders, diabetes, heart disease, women's health issues, gastrointestinal disorders, sports nutrition, allergies, family nutrition, intuitive eating and more. We are currently accepting new 1:1 clients via in office and telehealth. We are in-network with IEHP, TriWest, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of CA, United Healthcare, Medicare, and Health Net. With our clients we focus on attainable health behaviors for sustainable health and wellness.
We are highly experienced dietitians that focus on our clients individual needs in a way that feels realistic and attainable. We treat all conditions including eating disorders, diabetes, heart disease, women's health issues, gastrointestinal disorders, sports nutrition, allergies, family nutrition, intuitive eating and more. We are currently accepting new 1:1 clients via in office and telehealth. We are in-network with IEHP, TriWest, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of CA, United Healthcare, Medicare, and Health Net. With our clients we focus on attainable health behaviors for sustainable health and wellness.
(442) 444-2023 View (442) 444-2023
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Kira Khachadoorian
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CPT
Online Only
Lasting results come from nourishing the body from the inside, out. My mission is to help your body, mind and soul-self feel nourished, nurtured, and thrive. I provide a holistic, whole-body approach to nutrition and fitness. I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer that listens, understands, and empowers you to heal ailments and achieve your goals. My private-practice, NuWell, offers virtual nutrition and fitness consulting via a confidential, HIPPA compliant platform to give you freedom while rebuilding your relationship with food as medicine. See results and achieve your goals, from the comfort of your home.
Lasting results come from nourishing the body from the inside, out. My mission is to help your body, mind and soul-self feel nourished, nurtured, and thrive. I provide a holistic, whole-body approach to nutrition and fitness. I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer that listens, understands, and empowers you to heal ailments and achieve your goals. My private-practice, NuWell, offers virtual nutrition and fitness consulting via a confidential, HIPPA compliant platform to give you freedom while rebuilding your relationship with food as medicine. See results and achieve your goals, from the comfort of your home.
(949) 541-8570 View (949) 541-8570
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Austin Bou
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDCES, CPT
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
I help people add years to their life through sustainable weight loss and improved blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, kidney, and liver health.
I help people add years to their life through sustainable weight loss and improved blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, kidney, and liver health.
(626) 876-2172 View (626) 876-2172
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Dalia S Beydoun
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CNSC
Online Only
I'm a Registered Dietitian with a Master's in Nutrition Science and almost ten years of experience helping people actually feel better in their bodies.
I'm a Registered Dietitian with a Master's in Nutrition Science and almost ten years of experience helping people actually feel better in their bodies.
(949) 608-6637 View (949) 608-6637
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Dana Curley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Serves Area
Start where you are. I believe that good nutrition is attainable through personally tailored, evidence-based, doable, accessible, dietary changes. Building a sense of partnership with clients is the key to our success. I specialize in weight management, diabetes, prediabetes, cardiovascular concerns such as cholesterol and high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, and GI issues including IBS, Crohn’s, lactose and gluten sensitivities.
Start where you are. I believe that good nutrition is attainable through personally tailored, evidence-based, doable, accessible, dietary changes. Building a sense of partnership with clients is the key to our success. I specialize in weight management, diabetes, prediabetes, cardiovascular concerns such as cholesterol and high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, and GI issues including IBS, Crohn’s, lactose and gluten sensitivities.
(760) 973-2237 View (760) 973-2237
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Kristie Tovar Nutrition & Associates
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CEDS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We really get it—it's exhausting to constantly worry about food, your health, or your body. Maybe you're in eating disorder recovery, navigating menopause or PCOS, or managing a chronic illness. You might feel confused by conflicting nutrition advice or overwhelmed by restrictive diets that just don’t work. At Kristie Tovar Nutrition, our team of dietitians provide compassionate, weight-neutral care for eating disorders, women's health, diabetes, GI disorders and heart conditions. We help you cut through the confusion with clear guidance tailored to your specific needs.
We really get it—it's exhausting to constantly worry about food, your health, or your body. Maybe you're in eating disorder recovery, navigating menopause or PCOS, or managing a chronic illness. You might feel confused by conflicting nutrition advice or overwhelmed by restrictive diets that just don’t work. At Kristie Tovar Nutrition, our team of dietitians provide compassionate, weight-neutral care for eating disorders, women's health, diabetes, GI disorders and heart conditions. We help you cut through the confusion with clear guidance tailored to your specific needs.
(747) 999-4012 View (747) 999-4012
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April L. Murray
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CLT
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
We specialize in weight management, eating disorders, digestive issues such as bloating, food sensitivities and other medical conditions such as hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue and PCOS.
Are you struggling with losing weight, uncomfortable bloating or an unhealthy relationship with food? Do you want to work with someone who understands what you're going through... At OC Nutrition Coaching we truly care about the people we work with, that's why we take a one-on-one approach and focus on lifestyle changes.
We specialize in weight management, eating disorders, digestive issues such as bloating, food sensitivities and other medical conditions such as hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue and PCOS.
Are you struggling with losing weight, uncomfortable bloating or an unhealthy relationship with food? Do you want to work with someone who understands what you're going through... At OC Nutrition Coaching we truly care about the people we work with, that's why we take a one-on-one approach and focus on lifestyle changes.
(714) 646-6641 View (714) 646-6641
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Lubna Akbany
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CSR
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Are you a kidney or diabetic patient ? Are you lacking energy and struggling with figuring out the best foods for your kidney-friendly diet? Get more energy, release the frustration with your diet, and keep doing the things you love in your life. I'm a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist & Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition with over 25 years of experience. I specialize in Chronic Kidney Disease Management, diabetes, focused on CKD nutrition, which includes a plant-based/vegetarian diet as requested.
Are you a kidney or diabetic patient ? Are you lacking energy and struggling with figuring out the best foods for your kidney-friendly diet? Get more energy, release the frustration with your diet, and keep doing the things you love in your life. I'm a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist & Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition with over 25 years of experience. I specialize in Chronic Kidney Disease Management, diabetes, focused on CKD nutrition, which includes a plant-based/vegetarian diet as requested.
(909) 345-8083 View (909) 345-8083
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Chelsea Pambianco
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Fullerton, CA 92832
My ideal client is someone who is looking to improve their overall health and well-being with sustainable and realistic changes to their eating patterns. Most of my clients are surprised to discover that the dieting behaviors they have participated in (e.g. restricting calories/macros or avoiding food groups) are actually more harmful to their health than health promoting. I teach my clients how to eat in a way that works best for their individual needs and preferences, remove the guilt associated with eating certain foods, and help them feel confident in their food choices.
My ideal client is someone who is looking to improve their overall health and well-being with sustainable and realistic changes to their eating patterns. Most of my clients are surprised to discover that the dieting behaviors they have participated in (e.g. restricting calories/macros or avoiding food groups) are actually more harmful to their health than health promoting. I teach my clients how to eat in a way that works best for their individual needs and preferences, remove the guilt associated with eating certain foods, and help them feel confident in their food choices.
(657) 224-7687 View (657) 224-7687
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Elizabeth Lee
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
Fullerton, CA 92833
Look no further if you’re seeking a health-centered, weight-neutral dietitian! I may be the right fit for your needs if you: ▸ Need help managing blood sugar/cholesterol/blood pressure without being fearful or avoidant of food ▸ Can use a trained professional’s help with navigating through all the nutrition noise ▸ Don’t want to sacrifice enjoyment of food to achieve your health goal ▸ Are ready to break the cycles of diets for an approach that doesn’t leave you feeling ashamed and defeated ▸ Are searching for pre- and post-bariatric surgery support that understands the unique mental and physical transitions involved.
Look no further if you’re seeking a health-centered, weight-neutral dietitian! I may be the right fit for your needs if you: ▸ Need help managing blood sugar/cholesterol/blood pressure without being fearful or avoidant of food ▸ Can use a trained professional’s help with navigating through all the nutrition noise ▸ Don’t want to sacrifice enjoyment of food to achieve your health goal ▸ Are ready to break the cycles of diets for an approach that doesn’t leave you feeling ashamed and defeated ▸ Are searching for pre- and post-bariatric surgery support that understands the unique mental and physical transitions involved.
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Melanie Schuller
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
Online Only
I help women who are frustrated, exhausted, and constantly wondering what foods will set her off. She’s been dismissed or overwhelmed by rigid plans that don’t address the root of her symptoms. She just wants to feel normal again - less bloating, more energy, consistent digestion, and peace around food. She wants a plan that works in real life and a provider who listens. She’s ready to stop guessing, feel confident in her body, and finally enjoy food and life again.
I help women who are frustrated, exhausted, and constantly wondering what foods will set her off. She’s been dismissed or overwhelmed by rigid plans that don’t address the root of her symptoms. She just wants to feel normal again - less bloating, more energy, consistent digestion, and peace around food. She wants a plan that works in real life and a provider who listens. She’s ready to stop guessing, feel confident in her body, and finally enjoy food and life again.
(727) 353-6260 View (727) 353-6260
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the use of personalized dietary changes to prevent or manage chronic conditions. Typically conducted in an outpatient setting by a Registered Dietitian (RD), MNT aims to address specific health issues through tailored nutrition plans. Clients are often referred for MNT by healthcare professionals who identify conditions that could benefit from dietary and lifestyle modifications, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. The goal of MNT is to improve overall health outcomes by making adjustments to the client's diet based on their individual needs and medical conditions.

What conditions is medical nutrition therapy for?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is often used for individuals with diseases caused or worsened by poor diet, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases. However, other conditions can also benefit from nutrition therapy. MNT is typically not intended to replace other treatments, such as medication, but rather to complement them. By improving a person's overall diet and health, MNT aims to prevent the exacerbation of symptoms and complement other treatments.

Is medical nutrition therapy covered by insurance?
Medical nutrition therapy is frequently covered by insurance. 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. While a referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary to obtain coverage for medical nutrition services. 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. 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.

What does medical nutrition therapy involve?
The approach a dietitian will take in a medical nutrition therapy session will depend on a number of factors, including what conditions the client has and what the goals of the client are. An initial session often involves an assessment of the client's overall health and current dietary intake; a dietitian may also speak with a client's medical doctor prior to or following a first session to obtain information on the medical condition(s) the client is seeking nutrition therapy counseling for. The dietitian will then work with the client to create goals of medical nutrition therapy sessions, such as weight loss, eating a more plant-based diet, or reducing sodium intake. Then, in ongoing sessions, the dietitian will work with the client to meet their stated goals. These ongoing sessions often include menu planning and coaching, which involve the dietitian working with the client to develop strategies for a healthier and more balanced diet. Dietitians may suggest recipes, put together grocery shopping lists, and/or recommend tracking one's intake in order to help clients make desired changes.