Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Parker, CO
Nicole Lindel, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian with a specialty in gastroenterology. Her mission is to help patients restore and maintain gut health through personalized, evidence-based nutrition strategies that blend conventional and functional medicine principles. She helps her patients overcome food fear by creating tailored nutrition plans that improve symptoms, optimize gut health, and enhance overall well-being.
Nicole Lindel, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian with a specialty in gastroenterology. Her mission is to help patients restore and maintain gut health through personalized, evidence-based nutrition strategies that blend conventional and functional medicine principles. She helps her patients overcome food fear by creating tailored nutrition plans that improve symptoms, optimize gut health, and enhance overall well-being.
I offer virtual care that blends feeding therapy strategies with functional nutrition.
Your child is getting pickier by the day, and meals are starting to feel like a constant battle. You’ve tried all the usual tips, but nothing seems to stick. Whether it’s ARFID, Autism, slow weight gain, or gut issues like constipation, you’re looking for real answers. You want your child to eat more variety, feel better, and grow strong. Most of all, you want support from someone who understands what you’re going through and can offer strategies that actually make a difference without adding more stress to your plate.
I offer virtual care that blends feeding therapy strategies with functional nutrition.
Your child is getting pickier by the day, and meals are starting to feel like a constant battle. You’ve tried all the usual tips, but nothing seems to stick. Whether it’s ARFID, Autism, slow weight gain, or gut issues like constipation, you’re looking for real answers. You want your child to eat more variety, feel better, and grow strong. Most of all, you want support from someone who understands what you’re going through and can offer strategies that actually make a difference without adding more stress to your plate.
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My ideal client is someone feeling stuck in cycles of dieting, food rules, or body distress, often alongside anxiety, trauma, or other mental health concerns. They may feel disconnected from their body, overwhelmed by food decisions, or exhausted by trying to “get it right.” They want relief from constant food noise and a more peaceful, sustainable relationship with eating and their body. They’re seeking compassionate, weight-neutral support that honors their lived experiences, supports healing at their own pace, and helps them nourish themselves in a way that truly fits their real life—not rigid rules or quick fixes.
My ideal client is someone feeling stuck in cycles of dieting, food rules, or body distress, often alongside anxiety, trauma, or other mental health concerns. They may feel disconnected from their body, overwhelmed by food decisions, or exhausted by trying to “get it right.” They want relief from constant food noise and a more peaceful, sustainable relationship with eating and their body. They’re seeking compassionate, weight-neutral support that honors their lived experiences, supports healing at their own pace, and helps them nourish themselves in a way that truly fits their real life—not rigid rules or quick fixes.
Nadia is passionate about women’s health, PCOS, fertility, thyroid and autoimmune disorders, renal health, and diabetes management. Her holistic approach focuses on individualized nutrition plans that cater to your unique needs and goals. She emphasizes that there’s no one-size-fits-all diet and aims to empower you with healthy eating habits that resonate with your preferences. Whether you’re addressing imbalances, seeking better habits, or enhancing your relationship with food, Nadia is committed to providing personalized support and practical advice for lasting well-being.
Nadia is passionate about women’s health, PCOS, fertility, thyroid and autoimmune disorders, renal health, and diabetes management. Her holistic approach focuses on individualized nutrition plans that cater to your unique needs and goals. She emphasizes that there’s no one-size-fits-all diet and aims to empower you with healthy eating habits that resonate with your preferences. Whether you’re addressing imbalances, seeking better habits, or enhancing your relationship with food, Nadia is committed to providing personalized support and practical advice for lasting well-being.
My ideal client feels stuck in diet culture, food guilt, or body shame. You might be struggling with an eating disorder, chronic dieting, or feeling disconnected from your body’s needs. Maybe you're neurodivergent and navigating sensory challenges, or you’ve had frustrating experiences with weight-focused healthcare. You want to heal your relationship with food, break free from shame, and find sustainable nourishment that feels good. You’re looking for a weight-inclusive, intuitive approach that helps you trust yourself again, I’m here to help you do just that.
My ideal client feels stuck in diet culture, food guilt, or body shame. You might be struggling with an eating disorder, chronic dieting, or feeling disconnected from your body’s needs. Maybe you're neurodivergent and navigating sensory challenges, or you’ve had frustrating experiences with weight-focused healthcare. You want to heal your relationship with food, break free from shame, and find sustainable nourishment that feels good. You’re looking for a weight-inclusive, intuitive approach that helps you trust yourself again, I’m here to help you do just that.
We offer fully coded Superbills for any medical services paid for out of pocket.
Are you struggling with anxiety around meals, guilt after eating, or physical issues like digestive problems or hormonal imbalances? Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of dieting, restriction, or binging with no end in sight? Maybe you’re watching your child struggle with body image or refusing to eat, leaving you feeling worried and helpless. We understand that healing from an eating disorder isn’t just about food—it’s about rebuilding trust with your body and mind. Our personalized, non-judgmental approach helps you develop healthy habits. Our dietitians are here to guide you in reclaiming your health and finding long-term balance.
We offer fully coded Superbills for any medical services paid for out of pocket.
Are you struggling with anxiety around meals, guilt after eating, or physical issues like digestive problems or hormonal imbalances? Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of dieting, restriction, or binging with no end in sight? Maybe you’re watching your child struggle with body image or refusing to eat, leaving you feeling worried and helpless. We understand that healing from an eating disorder isn’t just about food—it’s about rebuilding trust with your body and mind. Our personalized, non-judgmental approach helps you develop healthy habits. Our dietitians are here to guide you in reclaiming your health and finding long-term balance.
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.
She combines medical nutrition therapy, intuitive and mindful eating, and practical meal planning with supportive health coaching.
Chelsea’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with weight management, women’s health, functional medicine, weight loss medications, or bariatric nutrition. They may feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice or frustrated with approaches that don’t fit their lifestyle. With over 11 years of clinical experience, Chelsea provides warm, practical, evidence-based care focused on realistic goals and sustainable strategies. Together, clients build healthier habits and achieve lasting results without relying on quick fixes.
She combines medical nutrition therapy, intuitive and mindful eating, and practical meal planning with supportive health coaching.
Chelsea’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with weight management, women’s health, functional medicine, weight loss medications, or bariatric nutrition. They may feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice or frustrated with approaches that don’t fit their lifestyle. With over 11 years of clinical experience, Chelsea provides warm, practical, evidence-based care focused on realistic goals and sustainable strategies. Together, clients build healthier habits and achieve lasting results without relying on quick fixes.
Hi! I'm Mia (she/her). I’m a Registered Dietitian dedicated to providing culturally centered, accessible, and compassionate nutrition care. I am committed to providing HAES-aligned evidence based care that also honors and celebrates your lived experience. I utilize intuitive eating principles and motivational interviewing with an “all foods fit” and gentle nutrition approach.I will work with you from a place of curiosity and together we will develop tools, skills, and knowledge to better understand and nourish your body while working towards your health goals.
Hi! I'm Mia (she/her). I’m a Registered Dietitian dedicated to providing culturally centered, accessible, and compassionate nutrition care. I am committed to providing HAES-aligned evidence based care that also honors and celebrates your lived experience. I utilize intuitive eating principles and motivational interviewing with an “all foods fit” and gentle nutrition approach.I will work with you from a place of curiosity and together we will develop tools, skills, and knowledge to better understand and nourish your body while working towards your health goals.
Does food take up more headspace than your sport? Maybe you train hard but feel tired or hurt all the time, eat "clean" but never feel fueled, or feel guilty after meals. Or you're a parent watching your athlete skip meals, cut out foods, or go quiet at the dinner table, and you don't know what to say. I've been on both sides. As a young runner, underfueling led to a stress fracture that cost me my senior season. Today I'm still an athlete, and a sports mom too, so I get it.
Does food take up more headspace than your sport? Maybe you train hard but feel tired or hurt all the time, eat "clean" but never feel fueled, or feel guilty after meals. Or you're a parent watching your athlete skip meals, cut out foods, or go quiet at the dinner table, and you don't know what to say. I've been on both sides. As a young runner, underfueling led to a stress fracture that cost me my senior season. Today I'm still an athlete, and a sports mom too, so I get it.
As an experienced Registered Dietitian I focus on disease prevention and progression with food and lifestyle changes. I am a specialist in renal nutrition and have a strong background in caring for patients with kidney disorders, heart health, diabetes, pregnancy and lactation, thyroid disorders and gastrointestinal disorders.
As an experienced Registered Dietitian I focus on disease prevention and progression with food and lifestyle changes. I am a specialist in renal nutrition and have a strong background in caring for patients with kidney disorders, heart health, diabetes, pregnancy and lactation, thyroid disorders and gastrointestinal disorders.
She blends holistic and integrative perspectives with medical nutrition therapy, intuitive eating, and mindful eating practices.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her clients’ specific lifestyles, health conditions, and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients listen to their bodies’ cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
She blends holistic and integrative perspectives with medical nutrition therapy, intuitive eating, and mindful eating practices.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her clients’ specific lifestyles, health conditions, and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients listen to their bodies’ cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
I’m a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorders with a focus on athletes, pregnancy, and postpartum care. I help individuals heal their relationship with food while supporting performance, recovery, and overall well-being. Whether you're training, expecting, or adjusting to life after birth, my approach as an evidenced based, non-diet and HAES informed dietitian, integrates compassionate care with practical nutrition support for every stage. Reach out for a free discovery call!
I’m a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorders with a focus on athletes, pregnancy, and postpartum care. I help individuals heal their relationship with food while supporting performance, recovery, and overall well-being. Whether you're training, expecting, or adjusting to life after birth, my approach as an evidenced based, non-diet and HAES informed dietitian, integrates compassionate care with practical nutrition support for every stage. Reach out for a free discovery call!
Our providers are trained in medical nutrition therapy for health conditions with nutrition considerations.
Liesel Maddox and associates are passionate about helping people find lasting freedom with food and their bodies. Our dietitians specialize in the nutritional treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and chronic dieting. We use a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to nutrition and incorporates Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating principles into nutrition counseling. We help clients break free from diet culture and ditch food rules to heal their relationships with food, exercise, and their bodies. Our dietitians are happy to incorporate a Christian faith-based approach to treatment when desired.
Our providers are trained in medical nutrition therapy for health conditions with nutrition considerations.
Liesel Maddox and associates are passionate about helping people find lasting freedom with food and their bodies. Our dietitians specialize in the nutritional treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and chronic dieting. We use a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach to nutrition and incorporates Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating principles into nutrition counseling. We help clients break free from diet culture and ditch food rules to heal their relationships with food, exercise, and their bodies. Our dietitians are happy to incorporate a Christian faith-based approach to treatment when desired.
I am a certified eating disorder registered dietitian located in Denver, Colorado. You can find me soaking up the sunshine in a mountain town, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or reading at home with my pups!
I am a certified eating disorder registered dietitian located in Denver, Colorado. You can find me soaking up the sunshine in a mountain town, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or reading at home with my pups!
As someone who has lived with type-1 diabetes for over 15yrs, I get how it is to live with a chronic condition while also balancing the rest of life, including the rigors of high intensity physical activity. As a CDCES, I love my fellow T1Ds, but I specialize in diabetes management of all types and can help monitor and alter meal balance and timing, food-medication dosing strategies, carb counting habits, physical activity, and more. With my continuing history as a power athlete, I also have a passion for sports nutrition as well as general heart and gut health.
As someone who has lived with type-1 diabetes for over 15yrs, I get how it is to live with a chronic condition while also balancing the rest of life, including the rigors of high intensity physical activity. As a CDCES, I love my fellow T1Ds, but I specialize in diabetes management of all types and can help monitor and alter meal balance and timing, food-medication dosing strategies, carb counting habits, physical activity, and more. With my continuing history as a power athlete, I also have a passion for sports nutrition as well as general heart and gut health.
My ideal client is engaged and ready to participate. I’m patient and happy to take the time to build trust and collaboration, but I prefer working with people who want to do the work and communicate. I hope to meet clients with varied nutrition needs who understand that change takes time.
My ideal client is engaged and ready to participate. I’m patient and happy to take the time to build trust and collaboration, but I prefer working with people who want to do the work and communicate. I hope to meet clients with varied nutrition needs who understand that change takes time.
I’m a registered dietitian with a passion for helping people build a healthier, more peaceful relationship with food—whether that means supporting recovery from eating disorders, fine-tuning performance nutrition for athletes, or diving into the latest nutrition research. With years of experience in the eating disorder field, alongside deep dives into sports nutrition and clinical research, I blend science with a human-centered approach (and a good dose of real-life practicality). My goal is always the same: to make food feel less stressful and more supportive of the life you want to live!
I’m a registered dietitian with a passion for helping people build a healthier, more peaceful relationship with food—whether that means supporting recovery from eating disorders, fine-tuning performance nutrition for athletes, or diving into the latest nutrition research. With years of experience in the eating disorder field, alongside deep dives into sports nutrition and clinical research, I blend science with a human-centered approach (and a good dose of real-life practicality). My goal is always the same: to make food feel less stressful and more supportive of the life you want to live!
Our RDNs have decades of experience working with a variety of medical conditions.
Looking for a nutrition professional who listens & takes your concerns to heart? Who tailors advice to YOUR unique needs? Who communicates with your healthcare providers on your behalf? At Essential Nutrition we care about your health & well-being. We take great pride in making sure we provide the best nutritional care possible. We are a group practice of Registered Dietitians who specialize in a variety of health conditions. We are "anti-dieting," "pro-peace" with food and bodies; and we blend evidence-based care with best practices of integrative medicine. We LOVE what we do. And we would love to help you! Please contact us today!
Our RDNs have decades of experience working with a variety of medical conditions.
Looking for a nutrition professional who listens & takes your concerns to heart? Who tailors advice to YOUR unique needs? Who communicates with your healthcare providers on your behalf? At Essential Nutrition we care about your health & well-being. We take great pride in making sure we provide the best nutritional care possible. We are a group practice of Registered Dietitians who specialize in a variety of health conditions. We are "anti-dieting," "pro-peace" with food and bodies; and we blend evidence-based care with best practices of integrative medicine. We LOVE what we do. And we would love to help you! Please contact us today!
I’ve been working in the field of dietetics for over 18 years, with the last 13 working for a top health insurance company. During that time, I’ve spent over 26,000 hours treating and counseling over 15,000 clients. 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. I have extensive experience working with clients seeking assistance with weight, diabetes management, and improving their cardiac health.
I’ve been working in the field of dietetics for over 18 years, with the last 13 working for a top health insurance company. During that time, I’ve spent over 26,000 hours treating and counseling over 15,000 clients. 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. I have extensive experience working with clients seeking assistance with weight, diabetes management, and improving their cardiac health.
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.