Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians in El Paso County, CO
Do you want to heal your gut without restrictive diets?
I provide virtual (video or phone) trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, holistic nutrition care to people who are dealing with mental illness, gut health issues, and emotional issues. I am trained in integrative and functional nutrition and disordered eating, and specialize in the area of mental health.
Do you want to heal your gut without restrictive diets?
I provide virtual (video or phone) trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, holistic nutrition care to people who are dealing with mental illness, gut health issues, and emotional issues. I am trained in integrative and functional nutrition and disordered eating, and specialize in the area of mental health.
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes.
Specialties include working with adults with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Crohn's, Diabetes, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition. Other areas of expertise include but is not limited to general healthy eating, GERD, and Heart Conditions.
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes.
Specialties include working with adults with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Crohn's, Diabetes, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition. Other areas of expertise include but is not limited to general healthy eating, GERD, and Heart Conditions.
As a Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian specializing in mental health and mood disorders, gut health, food sensitivities, hormone regulation, mindful and intuitive eating, and behavior change, it is my job to dig deep to find the root causes of your chronic symptoms. It's time to feel like the best version of yourself. I can't wait to work with you!
As a Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian specializing in mental health and mood disorders, gut health, food sensitivities, hormone regulation, mindful and intuitive eating, and behavior change, it is my job to dig deep to find the root causes of your chronic symptoms. It's time to feel like the best version of yourself. I can't wait to work with you!
When reviewing a blood test, I look at the 4 main energy systems including the Endocrine, Immune, Neurological and Digestive systems.
As a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist focused on holistic care, I help patients achieve lasting results by addressing the root causes of their health concerns. Through a comprehensive 80-marker blood test—which I co-developed with Quest Diagnostics—I identify key issues such as nutrient deficiencies, toxic exposures, hormonal imbalances, and immune and neurological deficits. This personalized approach allows us to tackle stress, lifestyle factors, and overall wellness from the inside out. I provide real solutions to real health problems for those seeking a natural, sustainable approach to health.
When reviewing a blood test, I look at the 4 main energy systems including the Endocrine, Immune, Neurological and Digestive systems.
As a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist focused on holistic care, I help patients achieve lasting results by addressing the root causes of their health concerns. Through a comprehensive 80-marker blood test—which I co-developed with Quest Diagnostics—I identify key issues such as nutrient deficiencies, toxic exposures, hormonal imbalances, and immune and neurological deficits. This personalized approach allows us to tackle stress, lifestyle factors, and overall wellness from the inside out. I provide real solutions to real health problems for those seeking a natural, sustainable approach to health.
Specializing in working with adolescents and adults who need help treating their eating disorders, disordered eating, chronic dieting, and/or body-image concerns.
Specializing in working with adolescents and adults who need help treating their eating disorders, disordered eating, chronic dieting, and/or body-image concerns.
" Most of my clients start off feeling stuck with managing weight, gut health, hormone health, blood sugar, metabolism, or healing a damaged relationship with food and your body.
As a culture, we have held up doctors as the specialists in all things wellness, but the reality is they are specialists in medicine. If you bring a problem to your doctor, expect them to offer a medicine as a solution. If you want a lifestyle solution to your problem, take it to a dietitian or exercise professional.
" Most of my clients start off feeling stuck with managing weight, gut health, hormone health, blood sugar, metabolism, or healing a damaged relationship with food and your body.
As a culture, we have held up doctors as the specialists in all things wellness, but the reality is they are specialists in medicine. If you bring a problem to your doctor, expect them to offer a medicine as a solution. If you want a lifestyle solution to your problem, take it to a dietitian or exercise professional.
I specialize in women's health and fertility nutrition, helping women optimize mood, energy, sleep, hormonal balance, and overall vitality—whether you're preparing for conception, nurturing yourself through pregnancy and postpartum, supporting breastfeeding, or managing blood sugar for a healthier pregnancy (including gestational diabetes). My approach centers on nutrient-dense, real-food strategies that nourish your body deeply, build resilience for you and your baby, and create sustainable well-being without restriction or fear.
I specialize in women's health and fertility nutrition, helping women optimize mood, energy, sleep, hormonal balance, and overall vitality—whether you're preparing for conception, nurturing yourself through pregnancy and postpartum, supporting breastfeeding, or managing blood sugar for a healthier pregnancy (including gestational diabetes). My approach centers on nutrient-dense, real-food strategies that nourish your body deeply, build resilience for you and your baby, and create sustainable well-being without restriction or fear.
Are you struggling with anxiety around meals, guilt after eating, or physical issues like digestive problems or hormonal imbalances?
The dietitians you will meet at NourishRX are passionate about eating disorders, continued eating disorder recovery, disordered eating patterns, diet-culture trauma, ARFID, picky eating, binge and emotional eating. We strive to help clients work on improving their relationship with food and their bodies using a customized, therapeutic, non-diet approach.
Are you struggling with anxiety around meals, guilt after eating, or physical issues like digestive problems or hormonal imbalances?
The dietitians you will meet at NourishRX are passionate about eating disorders, continued eating disorder recovery, disordered eating patterns, diet-culture trauma, ARFID, picky eating, binge and emotional eating. We strive to help clients work on improving their relationship with food and their bodies using a customized, therapeutic, non-diet approach.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Ready to get rid of bloating, digestive issues, and and chronic fatigue?
I'm Becky, a dietitian with a passion for helping you feel amazing in your body. I offer both in-person and virtual nutrition counseling. I also offer functional lab testing to help you get to the root of your symptoms.
Ready to get rid of bloating, digestive issues, and and chronic fatigue?
I'm Becky, a dietitian with a passion for helping you feel amazing in your body. I offer both in-person and virtual nutrition counseling. I also offer functional lab testing to help you get to the root of your symptoms.
Hello, I'm Francisco A. Padilla, and I'm dedicated to supporting you in reaching your health and wellness objectives through the fundamental roles of nutrition and hydration. With extensive knowledge and experience, I'm equipped to assist you on your path to a healthier lifestyle, regardless of your background or goals. My educational background includes an M.S. in Sports Nutrition and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD), committed to providing personalized, evidence-based advice to meet your specific needs.
Hello, I'm Francisco A. Padilla, and I'm dedicated to supporting you in reaching your health and wellness objectives through the fundamental roles of nutrition and hydration. With extensive knowledge and experience, I'm equipped to assist you on your path to a healthier lifestyle, regardless of your background or goals. My educational background includes an M.S. in Sports Nutrition and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD), committed to providing personalized, evidence-based advice to meet your specific needs.
Through my experience, I have fine-tuned my focus areas towards gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmune conditions, sports nutrition, intuitive eating and disease prevention.
I offer a integrative approach to care, considering the interconnected relationships between food patterns and habits, physical activity and movement, stress management and resilience, sleep quality and restoration as well as other lifestyle factors.
Through my experience, I have fine-tuned my focus areas towards gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmune conditions, sports nutrition, intuitive eating and disease prevention.
I offer a integrative approach to care, considering the interconnected relationships between food patterns and habits, physical activity and movement, stress management and resilience, sleep quality and restoration as well as other lifestyle factors.
You may be navigating cancer treatment or recovery, dealing with digestive symptoms like bloating, pain, or food intolerance, or managing health concerns that are affecting your energy and daily life.
I’ve specialized in oncology nutrition since 2017, helping clients manage symptoms, maintain strength, and feel their best during and after treatment. I also work with digestive issues, weight concerns, and overall wellness, creating personalized, practical plans to improve energy and long-term health.
You may be navigating cancer treatment or recovery, dealing with digestive symptoms like bloating, pain, or food intolerance, or managing health concerns that are affecting your energy and daily life.
I’ve specialized in oncology nutrition since 2017, helping clients manage symptoms, maintain strength, and feel their best during and after treatment. I also work with digestive issues, weight concerns, and overall wellness, creating personalized, practical plans to improve energy and long-term health.
In the throws of an eating disorder? Struggling with a poor relationship with food? Has every diet you have been on failed? We are here to stand along side you to help you make peace with food. Achieving a balance of nutrition, exercise, stress management & self-care can be a challenge. Our team of experienced dietitians have blended their skills in wellness coaching and nutrition therapy in order to help others find this balance and achieve wellness. We only use evidence based practices and standards or care with all clients. Please give us a call or visit our website to see which dietitian would be the best fit for you.
In the throws of an eating disorder? Struggling with a poor relationship with food? Has every diet you have been on failed? We are here to stand along side you to help you make peace with food. Achieving a balance of nutrition, exercise, stress management & self-care can be a challenge. Our team of experienced dietitians have blended their skills in wellness coaching and nutrition therapy in order to help others find this balance and achieve wellness. We only use evidence based practices and standards or care with all clients. Please give us a call or visit our website to see which dietitian would be the best fit for you.
Through advanced testing, such as micronutrient analysis, food allergies and sensitivities, hormone panels, gene variants, and gut microbiome assessments, I help uncover imbalances and provide targeted interventions tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
Are you experiencing frequent migraines, chronic digestive problems, fatigue and joint pain, let a Certified LEAP Therapist experienced in an integrative approach to food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances help you "calm your immune system, heal your GI tract, and improve your long term health. MRT/LEAP can help you!
Through advanced testing, such as micronutrient analysis, food allergies and sensitivities, hormone panels, gene variants, and gut microbiome assessments, I help uncover imbalances and provide targeted interventions tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
Are you experiencing frequent migraines, chronic digestive problems, fatigue and joint pain, let a Certified LEAP Therapist experienced in an integrative approach to food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances help you "calm your immune system, heal your GI tract, and improve your long term health. MRT/LEAP can help you!
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is transgender, queer, neurodivergent, and in long term recovery from my own eating disorders. I believe every client is truly unique and sees the world through their own lens. I strive to work from a weight inclusive and social justice stance. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client to work together toward lasting healing from disordered eating. Some of my core values include agency, informed consent, and intersectionality in understanding the roots of the eating disorder and the path to long term healing in a way that is authentic for each individual.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is transgender, queer, neurodivergent, and in long term recovery from my own eating disorders. I believe every client is truly unique and sees the world through their own lens. I strive to work from a weight inclusive and social justice stance. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client to work together toward lasting healing from disordered eating. Some of my core values include agency, informed consent, and intersectionality in understanding the roots of the eating disorder and the path to long term healing in a way that is authentic for each individual.
Catherine A. Layden
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MNT, BS, CGP, BCHN®
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I can help you heal leaky gut, digestive pain, food intolerances/ sensitivities, autoimmune conditions and celiac damage.
I serve clients anywhere, offering phone & virtual consultations. I welcome tough, mystery cases! I focus on the gut-brain connection to balance the digestive, nervous and immune systems. I specialize in gut health, celiac disease & non-celiac gluten sensitivity (Certified Gluten Practitioner) and create plans to clear painful, systemic food reactions.
I can help you heal leaky gut, digestive pain, food intolerances/ sensitivities, autoimmune conditions and celiac damage.
I serve clients anywhere, offering phone & virtual consultations. I welcome tough, mystery cases! I focus on the gut-brain connection to balance the digestive, nervous and immune systems. I specialize in gut health, celiac disease & non-celiac gluten sensitivity (Certified Gluten Practitioner) and create plans to clear painful, systemic food reactions.
I’ve helped my patients manage various health conditions including weight management, diabetes, bariatric, gastrointestinal health, oncology, renal, cardiovascular, PCOS, menopause, thyroid health and autoimmune disorders.
In addition to receiving my B.S. in Dietetics from Baylor University, I completed my Masters in Dietetics from Sam Houston State, am a Board-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) and received my certification in Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Dietetics. I am up to date with all weight loss medications on the market.
I’ve helped my patients manage various health conditions including weight management, diabetes, bariatric, gastrointestinal health, oncology, renal, cardiovascular, PCOS, menopause, thyroid health and autoimmune disorders.
In addition to receiving my B.S. in Dietetics from Baylor University, I completed my Masters in Dietetics from Sam Houston State, am a Board-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) and received my certification in Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Dietetics. I am up to date with all weight loss medications on the market.
Cassie Petro
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CN, CNS
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80215
Waitlist for new clients
I work with toddlers, children, teens, and adults with digestive, metabolic, autoimmune, and chronic conditions to improve their quality of life.
Our lives revolve around and depend on food, which is why nurturing your relationship to food is crucial to your health and something I strive to help strengthen. My approach to nutrition therapy is collaborative and personalized to optimize function within the whole body. Evidence-based nutrition science, health coaching, and trauma-informed care guide my practice to meet the needs of each individual I work with. I recognize the various challenges that can impact proper nutrition and aim to reduce internal and external limitations through nutrition education, empowerment, and behavior change.
I work with toddlers, children, teens, and adults with digestive, metabolic, autoimmune, and chronic conditions to improve their quality of life.
Our lives revolve around and depend on food, which is why nurturing your relationship to food is crucial to your health and something I strive to help strengthen. My approach to nutrition therapy is collaborative and personalized to optimize function within the whole body. Evidence-based nutrition science, health coaching, and trauma-informed care guide my practice to meet the needs of each individual I work with. I recognize the various challenges that can impact proper nutrition and aim to reduce internal and external limitations through nutrition education, empowerment, and behavior change.
Her mission is to help patients restore and maintain gut health through personalized, evidence-based nutrition strategies that blend conventional and functional medicine principles.
Nicole offers virtual nutrition counseling, personalized nutrition plans, and ongoing support to individuals suffering from digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and other gut-related conditions.
Her mission is to help patients restore and maintain gut health through personalized, evidence-based nutrition strategies that blend conventional and functional medicine principles.
Nicole offers virtual nutrition counseling, personalized nutrition plans, and ongoing support to individuals suffering from digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, and other gut-related conditions.
As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, I can help you pursue eating disorder recovery, make peace with food, and heal with nutrition. I have been trained and supervised by the Intuitive Eating founders, Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole, and received my Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor certification.
As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, I can help you pursue eating disorder recovery, make peace with food, and heal with nutrition. I have been trained and supervised by the Intuitive Eating founders, Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole, and received my Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor certification.
Gastrointestinal (GI) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is gut health?
Gut health refers to the overall functioning and well-being of the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Key to gut health is the gut microbiome, which is the collection of healthy bacteria living in the gut. These bacteria are essential for the digestion and breakdown of food, and their health significantly impacts digestion. Poor gut health can result in symptoms such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and general abdominal discomfort, which may indicate imbalances or issues with the gut microbiome.
Can diet help with GI issues?
Diet plays a major role in gut health, and changes in diet can often reduce or eliminate some of the symptoms associated with gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Often, GI distress is due to food intolerances or sensitivities, such as gluten sensitivity or lactose intolerance. In these cases, eliminating the problematic foods from the diet can resolve the issue. GI problems can also stem from a combination of environmental or genetic factors, such as in the case of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Disruptions in the gut microbiome, such as those caused by taking antibiotics, can also lead to GI issues. In both scenarios, maintaining a balanced diet as much as possible with foods that support a healthy microbiome—such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and probiotic foods—can often significantly reduce symptoms and improve gut health.
What are the best foods for gut health?
Maintaining a balanced microbiome is essential for gut health, and this is best achieved through a varied diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and probiotic foods. Fruits and vegetables provide essential nutrients and fiber, which nourish the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Probiotic foods, which are those that contain live bacteria, are also great for gut health. Consuming probiotic foods and drinks, such as yogurt, kefir, kombucha, and tempeh, can help support the microbiome by contributing to the diversity of bacteria within the gut.
When should I see a dietitian for GI issues?
Many people can benefit from seeing a dietitian for GI issues. In general, most dietitians are knowledgeable about what foods support gut health and may help clients choose foods that support a healthy GI system, such as fruits and vegetables high in fiber or foods high in probiotics. Dietitians may be especially beneficial to clients with known gastrointestinal concerns, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). For clients diagnosed with these or similar conditions, dietitians can help clients identify food triggers and develop a meal plan for the client that minimizes symptoms. Dietitians may also work with clients who are having gastrointestinal distress (such as bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, etc.) but are not aware of the cause of their symptoms. In such cases, dietitians may be able to help the client identify the cause of the GI distress and coordinate with other medical professionals to help the client better manage their symptoms.