Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians in Ventura, CA
Medical diagnoses are freightenting. Often, I have found my clients receive little education on ways to manage clinical conditions, such as chronic kidney disease and diabetes. With limited guidance, their condition progresses and can result in profound impacts on physical and mental health, and quality of life.
Medical diagnoses are freightenting. Often, I have found my clients receive little education on ways to manage clinical conditions, such as chronic kidney disease and diabetes. With limited guidance, their condition progresses and can result in profound impacts on physical and mental health, and quality of life.
I provide personal and individual nutrition education and counseling on a variety of health and nutrition issues.
My approach is simple, yet effective. I work with the individual to assist in empowering them to make healthier
eating habits and lifestyle changes.
It definitely is not easy to take charge of your health on your own, but can be done when you have the right skills, information, and motivation. My goal in working with people is for them to eat healthier, feel better and to embrace eating as an enjoyable experience.
I provide personal and individual nutrition education and counseling on a variety of health and nutrition issues.
My approach is simple, yet effective. I work with the individual to assist in empowering them to make healthier
eating habits and lifestyle changes.
It definitely is not easy to take charge of your health on your own, but can be done when you have the right skills, information, and motivation. My goal in working with people is for them to eat healthier, feel better and to embrace eating as an enjoyable experience.
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Amanda takes an integrative whole person approach to nutrition therapy, exploring diet, sleep and exercise habits. Whether you seek to optimize your nutrition, prevent chronic disease, or require medical nutrition therapy (MNT), Amanda works with you to identify root causes and explore areas for change. Amanda's philosophy is that diet is a way of life, our eating pattern is uniquely our own, and that health comes in all shapes and sizes. The care, education, and recommendations she provides is individualized, and long term success is achieved through realistic and incremental lifestyle modifications.
Amanda takes an integrative whole person approach to nutrition therapy, exploring diet, sleep and exercise habits. Whether you seek to optimize your nutrition, prevent chronic disease, or require medical nutrition therapy (MNT), Amanda works with you to identify root causes and explore areas for change. Amanda's philosophy is that diet is a way of life, our eating pattern is uniquely our own, and that health comes in all shapes and sizes. The care, education, and recommendations she provides is individualized, and long term success is achieved through realistic and incremental lifestyle modifications.
As a functional nutrition and health coach, I know that you are unique and one solution (or pill!) does not fit all. After childhood allergies/asthma, frequent infections and fatigue, I was diagnosed with reproductive cancer and an autoimmune disease. I've been through it all, so I understand how frustrated you feel when your body stops working. Together, we'll build a strong foundation for you from the ground up with food, lifestyle and mindset enhancements. My programs improve sleep, energy, mental focus, and build better lifelong habits so you can accomplish more every day.
As a functional nutrition and health coach, I know that you are unique and one solution (or pill!) does not fit all. After childhood allergies/asthma, frequent infections and fatigue, I was diagnosed with reproductive cancer and an autoimmune disease. I've been through it all, so I understand how frustrated you feel when your body stops working. Together, we'll build a strong foundation for you from the ground up with food, lifestyle and mindset enhancements. My programs improve sleep, energy, mental focus, and build better lifelong habits so you can accomplish more every day.
My work is grounded in non-diet, Intuitive and mindful eating principles, and is weight inclusive.
Silvina has advanced training and experience in: Child, Adolescent and Adult Weight Concerns; Intuitive & Mindful Eating; Integrative and Functional Nutrition. Education: B.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics, California Polytechnic, San Luis Obispo, 1988; Master's in Public Health, UCLA, 1990. Nutrition/Dietetic Internship, West LA VA Medical Center, 1989-1990.
My work is grounded in non-diet, Intuitive and mindful eating principles, and is weight inclusive.
Silvina has advanced training and experience in: Child, Adolescent and Adult Weight Concerns; Intuitive & Mindful Eating; Integrative and Functional Nutrition. Education: B.S. in Nutrition & Dietetics, California Polytechnic, San Luis Obispo, 1988; Master's in Public Health, UCLA, 1990. Nutrition/Dietetic Internship, West LA VA Medical Center, 1989-1990.
Brenda Ruckstuhl is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) helping individuals improve their health by providing sound nutrition information and a listening ear. Individualized nutrition and lifestyle counseling for realistic change. Private practice located in Westlake Village.
Brenda Ruckstuhl is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) helping individuals improve their health by providing sound nutrition information and a listening ear. Individualized nutrition and lifestyle counseling for realistic change. Private practice located in Westlake Village.
Your relationship with food is more than what’s on your plate—it’s how you think, how you feel, how you exist in your body. Nicole helps you strip away the power from diet culture and build something better: a way of eating that feels natural, intentional, and personal.
Your relationship with food is more than what’s on your plate—it’s how you think, how you feel, how you exist in your body. Nicole helps you strip away the power from diet culture and build something better: a way of eating that feels natural, intentional, and personal.
If you are looking to reshape your relationship with food, mind, and body, look no further. We live in a world obsessed with food, fitness, and figure, which has only led to even more stress in our lives! Allow us to guide you on a journey in rediscovering your joy for eating and movement. Our dietitians specialize in working with clients with eating disorders, addiction, and mental health disorders, but our approach is also uniquely suited for those who are fed up with frequent dieting, disappointed by their bodies, and looking for a new way to find life fulfilling again.
If you are looking to reshape your relationship with food, mind, and body, look no further. We live in a world obsessed with food, fitness, and figure, which has only led to even more stress in our lives! Allow us to guide you on a journey in rediscovering your joy for eating and movement. Our dietitians specialize in working with clients with eating disorders, addiction, and mental health disorders, but our approach is also uniquely suited for those who are fed up with frequent dieting, disappointed by their bodies, and looking for a new way to find life fulfilling again.
Lauren Weiss Ph.D.- La Jolla Nutritional Health
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, MEd, CNS-S, CKNS, MHP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer online Ketogenic Diet consultations and coaching for weight loss, metabolic health, menopause, GLP-1 transition, mental health, cancer, and more. My personalized programs are comprised of education, behavior modification, and daily on-going support and encouragement. The Ketogenic Lifestyle is the best and most effective approach for optimizing metabolic health which is critical for disease prevention, overall health, and weight loss.
I offer online Ketogenic Diet consultations and coaching for weight loss, metabolic health, menopause, GLP-1 transition, mental health, cancer, and more. My personalized programs are comprised of education, behavior modification, and daily on-going support and encouragement. The Ketogenic Lifestyle is the best and most effective approach for optimizing metabolic health which is critical for disease prevention, overall health, and weight loss.
My approach is centered on finding balance and nourishing the body in a way that is sustainable, rather than promoting restriction. I consider the emotional, cultural, and spiritual importance of food in people's lives when offering guidance. Good health looks different for everyone, so rather than striving for an unattainable standard, let's work together to challenge distorted beliefs about food and establish healthy habits that support overall well-being.
My approach is centered on finding balance and nourishing the body in a way that is sustainable, rather than promoting restriction. I consider the emotional, cultural, and spiritual importance of food in people's lives when offering guidance. Good health looks different for everyone, so rather than striving for an unattainable standard, let's work together to challenge distorted beliefs about food and establish healthy habits that support overall well-being.
Offices in Thousand Oaks and Woodland Hills,20 years of experience specializing in eating disorders and weight issues. I help people make peace with food by trusting their body and honoring their health. I provide a nonjudgmental and supportive environment where clients can share openly. Each client is unique and a customized approach is developed to meet their needs including supermarket and restaurant outings. I use a treatment approach teaming with physicians and therapists to coordinate a unified plan of care on either an impatient or outpatient basis.
Offices in Thousand Oaks and Woodland Hills,20 years of experience specializing in eating disorders and weight issues. I help people make peace with food by trusting their body and honoring their health. I provide a nonjudgmental and supportive environment where clients can share openly. Each client is unique and a customized approach is developed to meet their needs including supermarket and restaurant outings. I use a treatment approach teaming with physicians and therapists to coordinate a unified plan of care on either an impatient or outpatient basis.
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.
I follow a non-diet approach to nutrition.
After completing a Bachelors in nutrition and dietetics at Purdue University, I moved to Wisconsin to pursue my dietetic internship at Mount Mary University. I have prior work experience in inpatient and outpatient eating disorder settings.
I follow a non-diet approach to nutrition.
After completing a Bachelors in nutrition and dietetics at Purdue University, I moved to Wisconsin to pursue my dietetic internship at Mount Mary University. I have prior work experience in inpatient and outpatient eating disorder settings.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Hey there! Struggling with digestion, weight, or your relationship with food and feeling like nothing truly helps? Maybe doctors have tried, but you’re still feeling stuck, left to figure it out alone. I get it—I’ve been in your shoes, battling all of the above and feeling held back from living fully. But there’s hope! Through a holistic approach, I rebalanced my body, regained confidence, and found lasting relief. Now, I’m here to help you do the same. Let’s get you feeling your best!
Hey there! Struggling with digestion, weight, or your relationship with food and feeling like nothing truly helps? Maybe doctors have tried, but you’re still feeling stuck, left to figure it out alone. I get it—I’ve been in your shoes, battling all of the above and feeling held back from living fully. But there’s hope! Through a holistic approach, I rebalanced my body, regained confidence, and found lasting relief. Now, I’m here to help you do the same. Let’s get you feeling your best!
Do you struggle with digestive issues like IBS, GERD, bloating, irregularity, gas? Does food and/or weight feel like a constant battle? Do you feel like if you were thin, or free from digestive issues, life would be easy? The answer is "YES" for most people. You don't need to struggle. I will teach you how to eat so you feel and look your best! My approach is practical. I will help you establish a healthy relationship with food, heal your gut, and reach your health & weight goals permanently. I've been voted top dietitian in Los Angeles 5+ years and have a second location in Palm Beach, Florida.
Do you struggle with digestive issues like IBS, GERD, bloating, irregularity, gas? Does food and/or weight feel like a constant battle? Do you feel like if you were thin, or free from digestive issues, life would be easy? The answer is "YES" for most people. You don't need to struggle. I will teach you how to eat so you feel and look your best! My approach is practical. I will help you establish a healthy relationship with food, heal your gut, and reach your health & weight goals permanently. I've been voted top dietitian in Los Angeles 5+ years and have a second location in Palm Beach, Florida.
Food is joy and has transformative powers. Eating right and enjoying each bite is the key to maintaining health and joy associated with meals! It is doable even if you have medical conditions like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, heart diseases, or cancer. I believe that you should never fear any food! I am here to support your health and wellness needs with an individualized and holistic approach by keeping your health, wellness and medical nutrition therapy needs in mind, while assuring that your ethnic food preferences remain intact. Ready to take the first step. Call or email now!
Food is joy and has transformative powers. Eating right and enjoying each bite is the key to maintaining health and joy associated with meals! It is doable even if you have medical conditions like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, heart diseases, or cancer. I believe that you should never fear any food! I am here to support your health and wellness needs with an individualized and holistic approach by keeping your health, wellness and medical nutrition therapy needs in mind, while assuring that your ethnic food preferences remain intact. Ready to take the first step. Call or email now!
I am a Registered Dietitian specialized in Eating Disorders as well as dancers/athletes, food allergies and gastrointestinal disorders and diseases. I also have significant experience working with substance abuse and other mental health disorders. Navigating decisions around how to fuel your body can be hard, confusing and scary. I'm here to help make that process a little easier. I work with each person to figure out their individual needs and what works best for them. I am an "all foods fit," and body acceptance based dietitian. My focus is on mindful and intuitive eating rather than restrictive dieting.
I am a Registered Dietitian specialized in Eating Disorders as well as dancers/athletes, food allergies and gastrointestinal disorders and diseases. I also have significant experience working with substance abuse and other mental health disorders. Navigating decisions around how to fuel your body can be hard, confusing and scary. I'm here to help make that process a little easier. I work with each person to figure out their individual needs and what works best for them. I am an "all foods fit," and body acceptance based dietitian. My focus is on mindful and intuitive eating rather than restrictive dieting.
I help individuals struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating heal their relationship with food and reconnect with their bodies so that they can address both the mental and physical symptoms of long term disordered eating.
I help individuals struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating heal their relationship with food and reconnect with their bodies so that they can address both the mental and physical symptoms of long term disordered eating.
I utilize a non-diet approach to nutritional counseling.
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 utilize a non-diet approach to nutritional counseling.
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.
Want to go back to feeling confident in your body, to feeling more energized, and to stop obsessing over food?
You’re smart, driven, and probably the one who always has it together, but when it comes to food, it feels confusing and exhausting. You want to eat without guilt, have energy to do what you love, and stop thinking about food 24/7. You’re over the all-or-nothing mindset and just want a way to feel good in your body without obsessing. You’re looking for real support, not quick fixes. Something that feels like you, flexible, kind, and sustainable.
Want to go back to feeling confident in your body, to feeling more energized, and to stop obsessing over food?
You’re smart, driven, and probably the one who always has it together, but when it comes to food, it feels confusing and exhausting. You want to eat without guilt, have energy to do what you love, and stop thinking about food 24/7. You’re over the all-or-nothing mindset and just want a way to feel good in your body without obsessing. You’re looking for real support, not quick fixes. Something that feels like you, flexible, kind, and sustainable.
Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is the non-diet approach to nutrition?
A non-diet approach to nutrition is a holistic strategy that prioritizes overall health and well-being over strict diets or weight loss plans. Dietitians who practice this approach emphasize intuitive eating, encouraging clients to listen to their internal hunger and fullness cues rather than following rigid dietary rules. This method promotes a healthier relationship with food and fosters self-acceptance, especially for individuals with a history of dieting or disordered eating patterns.
Why should I see a dietitian who takes a non-diet approach?
As more evidence highlights the ineffectiveness and potential harm of many diets, the non-diet approach is gaining popularity and recognition as a sustainable and compassionate nutritional strategy. Non-diet dietitians help clients shift their focus from weight to overall health, supporting behaviors that enhance physical and emotional well-being. Therefore, a non-diet approach to nutrition may be a welcome change for many individuals who are looking to branch out from the heavy emphasis on diets and weights that many professionals in the medical and wellness communities may have. Additionally, because non-diet dietitians take a more holistic approach, they will also often work with clients on their relationship to other lifestyle habits that impact wellbeing, such as encouraging a healthy relationship with exercise.
What can a non-diet approach help with?
A non-diet approach can be highly beneficial for individuals with a history of eating disorders or disordered eating patterns, as well as those who have experienced repeated dieting with little success. This approach helps clients move away from rigid food rules and promotes a healthier relationship with food. By focusing on intuitive eating, clients learn to trust their internal hunger and fullness cues, rather than adhering to external dietary guidelines. This approach can help clients develop an intuitive sense of their nutritional needs, improve body acceptance, and reduce the psychological stress or shame commonly associated with dieting.
What should I look for in a non-diet dietitian?
When searching for a non-diet dietitian, it's important to consider several factors to ensure they are the right fit for you. Start by reviewing the dietitian's profile on Psychology Today or their personal website. Look for mentions of intuitive eating, body acceptance, or Health At Every Size (HAES) principles, which are indicative of a non-diet approach. Non-diet dietitians often outline their nutrition philosophy in these profiles. In addition to their approach, consider practical factors such as session costs, accepted insurance plans, and the availability of in-person or telehealth options. When you find a professional who seems like a good fit, reach out to speak with them. During the conversation, pay attention to whether you feel comfortable with them and how they explain their non-diet approach. If you are seeking a dietitian for a specific concern, such as disordered eating or chronic dieting, this can also be a good time to ask about their experience in these areas.