Weight Loss/Weight Management Nutritionists and Dietitians in Santa Cruz County, CA
For 19 years , I have seen clients with a variety of issues- allergies, auto-immune, diabetes, blood sugar imbalances, arthritis, viruses, parasites, candidiasis, Lyme disease, endocrine imbalances, weight management, digestive problems, obsessive compulsive disorder, cardiovascular, hormone replacement, ADHD , anti-aging, mind-body connection work and cancer.
Our office provides extensive evaluation of questionnaires, diet analysis, urine and blood analysis from state of the art labs, in-office and home testing, Kinesiology and Sclerology. This evaluation generates a detailed protocol which is discussed in a lengthy consultation with you.
We also offer several modalities which may help with issues you would like to address. These include Biofeedback, Rife, Galvanic Spa and infra red laser technologies, as well as aromatherapy, infra red sauna, cellular detox foot bath, and alkalizing therapies.
For 19 years , I have seen clients with a variety of issues- allergies, auto-immune, diabetes, blood sugar imbalances, arthritis, viruses, parasites, candidiasis, Lyme disease, endocrine imbalances, weight management, digestive problems, obsessive compulsive disorder, cardiovascular, hormone replacement, ADHD , anti-aging, mind-body connection work and cancer.
Our office provides extensive evaluation of questionnaires, diet analysis, urine and blood analysis from state of the art labs, in-office and home testing, Kinesiology and Sclerology. This evaluation generates a detailed protocol which is discussed in a lengthy consultation with you.
We also offer several modalities which may help with issues you would like to address. These include Biofeedback, Rife, Galvanic Spa and infra red laser technologies, as well as aromatherapy, infra red sauna, cellular detox foot bath, and alkalizing therapies.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
My clients tell me that I am the 'how to" voice of experience they have been looking for to encourage, support and hold them accountable as they make lifestyle changes reconnecting with their food and themselves. They call me their "personal food coach in my pocket, right there when I need her." Clients report benefits of reduced inflammation, better sleep, skin rashes disappearing, better mood, discontinued use of medication , fat loss while holding onto muscle, and confidence to chose foods that nourish their bodies and help them feel great!
My clients tell me that I am the 'how to" voice of experience they have been looking for to encourage, support and hold them accountable as they make lifestyle changes reconnecting with their food and themselves. They call me their "personal food coach in my pocket, right there when I need her." Clients report benefits of reduced inflammation, better sleep, skin rashes disappearing, better mood, discontinued use of medication , fat loss while holding onto muscle, and confidence to chose foods that nourish their bodies and help them feel great!
Carly grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, and she has been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for the last 11 years. Her interest in nutrition originally stemmed from the experience of being a patient herself, which gave her the drive and motivation to fight for her patients and help others through their own health and nutrition struggles. Carly has worked in acute care hospitals and in outpatient private practice, she has written for professional nutrition blogs, and she has taught numerous university nutrition courses, but her passion lies in providing one-on-one nutrition counseling.
Carly grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, and she has been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for the last 11 years. Her interest in nutrition originally stemmed from the experience of being a patient herself, which gave her the drive and motivation to fight for her patients and help others through their own health and nutrition struggles. Carly has worked in acute care hospitals and in outpatient private practice, she has written for professional nutrition blogs, and she has taught numerous university nutrition courses, but her passion lies in providing one-on-one nutrition counseling.
I have specialized in Eating Disorders for 30 years. I am passionate about helping people get rid of the guilt and shame that has people stuck in unhealthy patterns, and replacing those voices with a balanced and stress free relationship with both food and body issues. It is possible to completely heal ones relationship with food! We can do it, together. You deserve your life back!
I have specialized in Eating Disorders for 30 years. I am passionate about helping people get rid of the guilt and shame that has people stuck in unhealthy patterns, and replacing those voices with a balanced and stress free relationship with both food and body issues. It is possible to completely heal ones relationship with food! We can do it, together. You deserve your life back!
I specialize in Irritable Bowel Syndrome and complex gut issues that haven't responded to standard approaches. I work with people who are still struggling after trying low-FODMAP or elimination diets and who want to understand why their body isn't responding to move beyond restrictive diets and feel better.
As a Registered Dietitian with a Master's in Nutrition & Functional Medicine, I look beyond food choices to assess digestion, nutrient status, and the microbiome. This is how we find the root cause and build a plan for healing.
I specialize in Irritable Bowel Syndrome and complex gut issues that haven't responded to standard approaches. I work with people who are still struggling after trying low-FODMAP or elimination diets and who want to understand why their body isn't responding to move beyond restrictive diets and feel better.
As a Registered Dietitian with a Master's in Nutrition & Functional Medicine, I look beyond food choices to assess digestion, nutrient status, and the microbiome. This is how we find the root cause and build a plan for healing.
I believe most health issues can be resolved with the right diet and lifestyle changes. I specialize in a root-cause approach, focusing on healing the body from the inside out. Whether you’re dealing with Diabetes, Gut Issues, Hormonal imbalances, Autoimmune conditions, Chronic fatigue, PCOS, Endometriosis or Weight Gain , I’m here to support you on your journey to better health.
I believe most health issues can be resolved with the right diet and lifestyle changes. I specialize in a root-cause approach, focusing on healing the body from the inside out. Whether you’re dealing with Diabetes, Gut Issues, Hormonal imbalances, Autoimmune conditions, Chronic fatigue, PCOS, Endometriosis or Weight Gain , I’m here to support you on your journey to better health.
I support women to release binge and emotional eating through pleasure, self-intimacy and reparenting. The Pleasure Eating Process was born out of my background in nutrition, trauma healing and my own lived experience recovering from binge and emotional eating. I offer 1:1 mentorship, a 6-week group course and Feeling Cards to support my clients on their recovery journey. If my work resonates with you I'd love to hear from you.
I support women to release binge and emotional eating through pleasure, self-intimacy and reparenting. The Pleasure Eating Process was born out of my background in nutrition, trauma healing and my own lived experience recovering from binge and emotional eating. I offer 1:1 mentorship, a 6-week group course and Feeling Cards to support my clients on their recovery journey. If my work resonates with you I'd love to hear from you.
Hi, I'm Kelly. I specialize in the Mediterranean diet, recipe and meal plan development, intuitive eating, and sustainable behavior change. I practice a holistic approach to nutrition and health, helping my clients implement sustainable behavior change to improve their lives and relationship with food. Whether you want to build better eating patterns and habits, optimize nutrition and health, eat more intuitively, or stop dieting for good – I can help. I work with adults to create practical and enjoyable lifelong nutrition and wellness plans. I also provide personalized meal plans and kitchen management services to families.
Hi, I'm Kelly. I specialize in the Mediterranean diet, recipe and meal plan development, intuitive eating, and sustainable behavior change. I practice a holistic approach to nutrition and health, helping my clients implement sustainable behavior change to improve their lives and relationship with food. Whether you want to build better eating patterns and habits, optimize nutrition and health, eat more intuitively, or stop dieting for good – I can help. I work with adults to create practical and enjoyable lifelong nutrition and wellness plans. I also provide personalized meal plans and kitchen management services to families.
I specialize in pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes, diabetes type 2, weight management, PCOS, cholesterol, high blood pressure, gut health, bariatric surgery, pregnancy/lactation and South Asian health.
I empower individuals to overcome health challenges and achieve their goals through personalized, sustainable plans. My approach is rooted in real food and the mind-body connection to support deep healing and lasting wellness. Whether you're navigating diabetes, digestive issues, or other conditions, I offer expert guidance, practical tools, and compassionate coaching to help you take charge of your health. With small, achievable steps, I make the journey simple, sustainable, and transformative—so you can thrive and live a vibrant, fulfilling life.
I specialize in pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes, diabetes type 2, weight management, PCOS, cholesterol, high blood pressure, gut health, bariatric surgery, pregnancy/lactation and South Asian health.
I empower individuals to overcome health challenges and achieve their goals through personalized, sustainable plans. My approach is rooted in real food and the mind-body connection to support deep healing and lasting wellness. Whether you're navigating diabetes, digestive issues, or other conditions, I offer expert guidance, practical tools, and compassionate coaching to help you take charge of your health. With small, achievable steps, I make the journey simple, sustainable, and transformative—so you can thrive and live a vibrant, fulfilling life.
I have extensive experience working with a variety of health conditions, primarily overweight/ obesity, hypercholesterolemia, diabetes type II, fatty liver (MASLD/NAFLD), and hypertension.
I structure highly individualized nutrition plans and deliver guided coaching programs that are driven by concrete metrics, and supported by current evidence. I do not subscribe to any particular dieting ideology. My goal is to facilitate you achieving your goals, and to have you confidently navigating nutrition by the time we are done.
I have extensive experience working with a variety of health conditions, primarily overweight/ obesity, hypercholesterolemia, diabetes type II, fatty liver (MASLD/NAFLD), and hypertension.
I structure highly individualized nutrition plans and deliver guided coaching programs that are driven by concrete metrics, and supported by current evidence. I do not subscribe to any particular dieting ideology. My goal is to facilitate you achieving your goals, and to have you confidently navigating nutrition by the time we are done.
I work with adults seeking structured, evidence-based nutrition support for weight management and metabolic health.
As a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Obesity & Weight Management (CSOWM), I bring specialized clinical experience from working in a bariatric surgery and medical weight management setting.
I work with adults seeking structured, evidence-based nutrition support for weight management and metabolic health.
As a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Obesity & Weight Management (CSOWM), I bring specialized clinical experience from working in a bariatric surgery and medical weight management setting.
Erika specializes in women’s health, weight management, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 medications, PCOS, general healthy nutrition, meal planning, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, hypertension, heart conditions, fatty liver disease, and GERD.
Erika is a Registered Dietitian who helps clients build sustainable nutrition habits that support a life they feel good about. She takes a whole-body approach to understand each client’s health, lifestyle, and goals—considering food, sleep, stress, mindset, and daily routines. Erika believes meaningful change happens through collaboration, so she partners with clients to create realistic, empowering plans tailored to their preferences and needs, using a day-by-day approach for long-term success.
Erika specializes in women’s health, weight management, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, GLP-1 medications, PCOS, general healthy nutrition, meal planning, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, hypertension, heart conditions, fatty liver disease, and GERD.
Erika is a Registered Dietitian who helps clients build sustainable nutrition habits that support a life they feel good about. She takes a whole-body approach to understand each client’s health, lifestyle, and goals—considering food, sleep, stress, mindset, and daily routines. Erika believes meaningful change happens through collaboration, so she partners with clients to create realistic, empowering plans tailored to their preferences and needs, using a day-by-day approach for long-term success.
I work with individuals seeking support for brain health, cognitive function, metabolic balance, weight management, diabetes support, energy levels, and disease prevention.
Over the years, I have developed a structured approach to help clients break unhealthy habits such as excessive sugar consumption, late-night eating, frequent snacking, and negative self-talk. My goal is to support sustainable lifestyle changes that encourage healthier food choices, a balanced relationship with food, and improved overall well-being.
I work with individuals seeking support for brain health, cognitive function, metabolic balance, weight management, diabetes support, energy levels, and disease prevention.
Over the years, I have developed a structured approach to help clients break unhealthy habits such as excessive sugar consumption, late-night eating, frequent snacking, and negative self-talk. My goal is to support sustainable lifestyle changes that encourage healthier food choices, a balanced relationship with food, and improved overall well-being.
Are you struggling with symptoms caused by an underlying inflammatory and autoimmune condition? Do you experience pain, fatigue or digestive challenges? Are you finding that your quality of life just isn’t what it used to be? Inflammatory and autoimmune conditions can be extremely challenging, and unfortunately adjusting your diet is usually not part of the “typical” treatment plan.
Are you struggling with symptoms caused by an underlying inflammatory and autoimmune condition? Do you experience pain, fatigue or digestive challenges? Are you finding that your quality of life just isn’t what it used to be? Inflammatory and autoimmune conditions can be extremely challenging, and unfortunately adjusting your diet is usually not part of the “typical” treatment plan.
You are not a cookie, so you will not get a cookie-cutter approach from me! When your body feels inflamed, tired, or you are not feeling like your best self, I’m here to help identify what’s driving your symptoms. Together, we’ll explore the root causes of fatigue, brain fog, and weight resistance through a functional nutrition lens. I use highly personalized strategies which may include functional testing, blood sugar tracking, and targeted diet & lifestyle shifts to support women with metabolic health, gut health challenges, hormonal changes, and autoimmunity to help them feel their best.
You are not a cookie, so you will not get a cookie-cutter approach from me! When your body feels inflamed, tired, or you are not feeling like your best self, I’m here to help identify what’s driving your symptoms. Together, we’ll explore the root causes of fatigue, brain fog, and weight resistance through a functional nutrition lens. I use highly personalized strategies which may include functional testing, blood sugar tracking, and targeted diet & lifestyle shifts to support women with metabolic health, gut health challenges, hormonal changes, and autoimmunity to help them feel their best.
With a background in clinical nutrition in an acute care setting and a passion for foods, nutrition, and health, I am here to support clients on their own nutrition journey with healthy eating/lifestyle, sports nutrition, PCOS and other hormonal imbalances, pre- and post-natal, weight loss, and disease.
I aim to help clients understand the root cause of their symptoms and most importantly how they can use foods and nutrition to help manage their symptoms. Nutrition is not a one size fits all. I take a more holistic, whole person approach to help my clients by reviewing their history, symptoms, labs, or other tests in order to create an individualized nutrition plan. I practice a foods first approach and empower my clients by teaching them useful nutrition information.
With a background in clinical nutrition in an acute care setting and a passion for foods, nutrition, and health, I am here to support clients on their own nutrition journey with healthy eating/lifestyle, sports nutrition, PCOS and other hormonal imbalances, pre- and post-natal, weight loss, and disease.
I aim to help clients understand the root cause of their symptoms and most importantly how they can use foods and nutrition to help manage their symptoms. Nutrition is not a one size fits all. I take a more holistic, whole person approach to help my clients by reviewing their history, symptoms, labs, or other tests in order to create an individualized nutrition plan. I practice a foods first approach and empower my clients by teaching them useful nutrition information.
I work with busy women who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, inflamed, uncomfortable in their bodies, or frustrated that nothing they try seems to last. Many are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, hormones, stress, or years of confusing nutrition advice while constantly putting themselves last. They often come to me feeling stuck, defeated, and disconnected from their bodies — wanting support that finally feels realistic, personalized, sustainable, and free from guilt or extreme rules.
I work with busy women who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, inflamed, uncomfortable in their bodies, or frustrated that nothing they try seems to last. Many are navigating pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, hormones, stress, or years of confusing nutrition advice while constantly putting themselves last. They often come to me feeling stuck, defeated, and disconnected from their bodies — wanting support that finally feels realistic, personalized, sustainable, and free from guilt or extreme rules.
Weight Loss/Weight Management Nutritionists and Dietitians
Why is nutrition important for weight loss?
Dietitians often identify diet and exercise as the two key factors in achieving weight loss goals. To lose weight, individuals must consume fewer calories than they expend, making a supportive diet essential. Foods that are satiating, such as the healthy fats found in nuts or fish like salmon, can help keep individuals full longer and reduce overall intake. In contrast, foods high in sugar and refined carbohydrates are quickly burned by the body and can lead to excessive caloric intake. These examples highlight the importance of overall nutrition choices, beyond just calorie counting, in weight loss. Additionally, a well-balanced diet can help reduce symptoms of conditions associated with obesity or being overweight, such as high blood sugar and hypertension.
What diet is best for weight loss?
There is no single best diet for weight loss; instead, dietitians often advocate for adopting overall lifestyle changes that support sustainable weight loss rather than extreme, short-term diets. Generally, dietary changes that include more plant-based foods and those low in added sugars and saturated fats are recommended. One example of such a diet is the Mediterranean-style diet, which emphasizes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and lean sources of animal protein. Specific dietary patterns may also be tailored to the client's underlying health conditions. For instance, individuals with hypertension or high cholesterol might benefit from the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), which focuses on heart-healthy foods.
What foods should I avoid for weight loss?
When aiming for weight loss, dietitians generally advise against consuming high-calorie and highly-processed foods, such as fried foods, fatty meats, sugar-rich desserts or baked goods, refined carbohydrates like white bread, and candy. Additionally, beverages such as sodas and high-calorie coffee drinks can negatively impact weight loss goals. Instead, nutrition professionals recommend incorporating foods that contribute to satiety and overall health, including fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, and whole grains. Focusing on adding these nutrient-dense foods, instead of taking away certain foods, can support a healthier lifestyle and help individuals both meet their nutritional needs while also achieving their weight loss goals.
How can a dietitian help with weight loss?
Dietitians assist with weight loss by helping clients develop and implement lifestyle changes, including dietary modifications and exercise routines, that support sustained weight management. They will work with clients to create personalized weight loss plans and hold them accountable for meeting their goals. Dietitians may also address the psychological aspects of weight loss, promoting positive self-esteem and self-worth. Many encourage clients to keep a food diary or journal to track their diet and provide ongoing guidance as the client makes the recommended lifestyle changes. Additionally, dietitians may coordinate with other healthcare professionals, such as medical doctors, to address any underlying health conditions, such as diabetes.