Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians in Orange County, FL
Do you struggle with your weight? Do you need help with diet & lifestyle to improve your blood sugar, blood pressure, or heart health? Do you need help planning balanced, healthy meals? If you answered, "yes" to any of these questions, and are ready to make lifestyle changes to reach your goals, I would be honored to work with you! These are the primary areas I work with. Please note that I work with the adult population.
Do you struggle with your weight? Do you need help with diet & lifestyle to improve your blood sugar, blood pressure, or heart health? Do you need help planning balanced, healthy meals? If you answered, "yes" to any of these questions, and are ready to make lifestyle changes to reach your goals, I would be honored to work with you! These are the primary areas I work with. Please note that I work with the adult population.
If you've been tweaking your intermittent fasting window, trying every new version of Keto, or thinking you need to shop exclusively at Trader Joe's or Whole Foods to eat healthy. It's time for a change! There is so much nutrition information readily available at your fingertips. Much of the information is conflicting and confusion. It is difficult to weed out what is factual and myth. This information is general and does not take your specific medical condition(s), food preferences, body type and current lifestyle into consideration. Here’s the good news. You don’t have to stay stuck and you don’t have to continue living like this.
If you've been tweaking your intermittent fasting window, trying every new version of Keto, or thinking you need to shop exclusively at Trader Joe's or Whole Foods to eat healthy. It's time for a change! There is so much nutrition information readily available at your fingertips. Much of the information is conflicting and confusion. It is difficult to weed out what is factual and myth. This information is general and does not take your specific medical condition(s), food preferences, body type and current lifestyle into consideration. Here’s the good news. You don’t have to stay stuck and you don’t have to continue living like this.
Georgeanne has spent over 10 years focused on improving lives through a combination of holistic nutrition to support mental and physical health. Shee has worked across care settings from counseling centers to corporate wellness teams to inpatient hospitals, but now focuses exclusively on 1x1 patient care. Georgeanne's expertise focused across eating disorders, mental health, chronic conditions, and sports nutrition - she is even actively involved in professional associations like the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals.
Georgeanne has spent over 10 years focused on improving lives through a combination of holistic nutrition to support mental and physical health. Shee has worked across care settings from counseling centers to corporate wellness teams to inpatient hospitals, but now focuses exclusively on 1x1 patient care. Georgeanne's expertise focused across eating disorders, mental health, chronic conditions, and sports nutrition - she is even actively involved in professional associations like the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals.
Krissy helps clients take the stress out of eating and find confidence and joy in nourishing themselves. She was inspired to become a Registered Dietitian after navigating her own health challenges involving food, and she brings an empathetic lens to supporting clients on their own health journeys. Krissy works with clients to explore and improve their relationship with food through an “all foods fit” approach, often incorporating intuitive and mindful eating practices.
Krissy helps clients take the stress out of eating and find confidence and joy in nourishing themselves. She was inspired to become a Registered Dietitian after navigating her own health challenges involving food, and she brings an empathetic lens to supporting clients on their own health journeys. Krissy works with clients to explore and improve their relationship with food through an “all foods fit” approach, often incorporating intuitive and mindful eating practices.
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.
Our specialized counseling services include: nutrition counseling for overall health; weight management; chronic disease management, gastrointestinal and digestive disorders, autoimmune diseases, cancer, food allergies, and other medical conditions; eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, binge eating; family and child nutrition, picky eaters.
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to nutrition counseling.
Our specialized counseling services include: nutrition counseling for overall health; weight management; chronic disease management, gastrointestinal and digestive disorders, autoimmune diseases, cancer, food allergies, and other medical conditions; eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, binge eating; family and child nutrition, picky eaters.
Sandy is a Registered Dietitian who partners with clients to overcome limiting beliefs and build a positive, sustainable relationship with food. She is passionate about preventing and managing both physical and mental health conditions through individualized, realistic, evidence-based strategies. Using a mindful eating approach, she helps clients find enjoyment in meals despite busy lifestyles. Sandy emphasizes balanced nutrition, regular movement, restorative sleep, and stress management to create a strong foundation for long-term health and well-being.
Sandy is a Registered Dietitian who partners with clients to overcome limiting beliefs and build a positive, sustainable relationship with food. She is passionate about preventing and managing both physical and mental health conditions through individualized, realistic, evidence-based strategies. Using a mindful eating approach, she helps clients find enjoyment in meals despite busy lifestyles. Sandy emphasizes balanced nutrition, regular movement, restorative sleep, and stress management to create a strong foundation for long-term health and well-being.
My mission is to empower my clients to live optimally, and achieve the best of health- mental, physical and spritual.
My role is to educate and guide you so that you give yourself the foods and nutrients that are ideal for you.
My clients' are also my teachers, and I appreciate the value this adds to my practice. Nutrition is my passion and a field that is always new and excitng.
I will continue to educate myself to best serve those who come to me for help and guidance.
My mission is to empower my clients to live optimally, and achieve the best of health- mental, physical and spritual.
My role is to educate and guide you so that you give yourself the foods and nutrients that are ideal for you.
My clients' are also my teachers, and I appreciate the value this adds to my practice. Nutrition is my passion and a field that is always new and excitng.
I will continue to educate myself to best serve those who come to me for help and guidance.
Do you feel consumed by thoughts of food and your body? Do you feel stuck in patterns of restriction, chronic dieting, bingeing, purging and/or exhausting exercise? Do you long for freedom with food and to feel content in your body but fear what that might look like? Do you long for freedom and vitality and feel held back? Maybe you are the parent of a child who is struggling, and want to learn how to come alongside them in loving and effective ways. If so, you are in the right place and I would love to come alongside you!
Do you feel consumed by thoughts of food and your body? Do you feel stuck in patterns of restriction, chronic dieting, bingeing, purging and/or exhausting exercise? Do you long for freedom with food and to feel content in your body but fear what that might look like? Do you long for freedom and vitality and feel held back? Maybe you are the parent of a child who is struggling, and want to learn how to come alongside them in loving and effective ways. If so, you are in the right place and I would love to come alongside you!
You’ve been chasing symptoms for years, but nothing ever seems to stick. Your energy is tanked. And you are SO over the brain fog, bloating, headaches, and periods that leave you wiped out—whether they’re painful, heavy, or completely unpredictable. You want answers, and a way to actually feel like yourself again without another bandaid solution or fad diet. I help women like you slow down, tune into their bodies, and learn how to deeply nourish themselves so their energy, digestion, and hormones can come back into balance. Vibrant health is your birthright, and your body is capable of so much more than you’ve been told.
You’ve been chasing symptoms for years, but nothing ever seems to stick. Your energy is tanked. And you are SO over the brain fog, bloating, headaches, and periods that leave you wiped out—whether they’re painful, heavy, or completely unpredictable. You want answers, and a way to actually feel like yourself again without another bandaid solution or fad diet. I help women like you slow down, tune into their bodies, and learn how to deeply nourish themselves so their energy, digestion, and hormones can come back into balance. Vibrant health is your birthright, and your body is capable of so much more than you’ve been told.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to take control of their nutrition and lifestyle. A positive attitude and belief in your own abilities to make lasting lifestyle changes is the key to success in any areas of your life, including diet and nutrition. If you're someone who is excited about learning new things, then I'm the right Dietitian for you.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to take control of their nutrition and lifestyle. A positive attitude and belief in your own abilities to make lasting lifestyle changes is the key to success in any areas of your life, including diet and nutrition. If you're someone who is excited about learning new things, then I'm the right Dietitian for you.
Manal Qadeer, MS, RD, LDN is a trauma-informed registered dietitian who helps clients heal their relationship with food and their bodies through a compassionate, collaborative approach. With over six years of experience in both nutrition and mental health settings, she specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, and the emotional side of nourishment.
Manal’s philosophy is grounded in Health at Every Size, All Foods Fit, and the belief that every body is a good body. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to move at your own pace tow
Manal Qadeer, MS, RD, LDN is a trauma-informed registered dietitian who helps clients heal their relationship with food and their bodies through a compassionate, collaborative approach. With over six years of experience in both nutrition and mental health settings, she specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, and the emotional side of nourishment.
Manal’s philosophy is grounded in Health at Every Size, All Foods Fit, and the belief that every body is a good body. She creates a safe, judgment-free space where you can feel truly heard, understood, and empowered to move at your own pace tow
Brianne is a Registered Dietitian at Health Loft who is passionate about providing personalized support to help clients reach their health goals and create sustainable lifestyle changes. She takes a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, meeting each person where they are in their journey. Brianne believes nutrition and health are not one-size-fits-all and is committed to walking alongside her clients, offering guidance tailored to their unique needs—one step at a time.
Brianne is a Registered Dietitian at Health Loft who is passionate about providing personalized support to help clients reach their health goals and create sustainable lifestyle changes. She takes a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, meeting each person where they are in their journey. Brianne believes nutrition and health are not one-size-fits-all and is committed to walking alongside her clients, offering guidance tailored to their unique needs—one step at a time.
Paula is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Professional Cook, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who practices at Health Loft. She believes people can find a peaceful relationship with food and their bodies with a compassionate guide who listens, offers accountability, and champions their efforts. Paula supports individuals seeking freedom from dieting cycles and rigid food rules by helping them uncover the “why” behind behaviors to build sustainable habits and nourishing life rhythms.
Paula is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Certified Professional Cook, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who practices at Health Loft. She believes people can find a peaceful relationship with food and their bodies with a compassionate guide who listens, offers accountability, and champions their efforts. Paula supports individuals seeking freedom from dieting cycles and rigid food rules by helping them uncover the “why” behind behaviors to build sustainable habits and nourishing life rhythms.
Maria is a Registered Dietitian who strongly believes in improving physical, mental, and emotional health through nutrition. Maria enjoys using her clinical background to help others navigate their unique nutritional needs by providing individualized interventions. Maria believes in a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to nutrition care. She will help you achieve your nutrition goals through education, counseling, and therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.
Maria is a Registered Dietitian who strongly believes in improving physical, mental, and emotional health through nutrition. Maria enjoys using her clinical background to help others navigate their unique nutritional needs by providing individualized interventions. Maria believes in a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to nutrition care. She will help you achieve your nutrition goals through education, counseling, and therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.
NuSparkle Nutrition is the dietitian nutritionist practice of Emily Conyers.
Emily provides nutrition education & counseling for people with chronic kidney disease and people seeking help with weight management (losing or gaining weight).
Emily is a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Emily's goal is to help these individuals optimize their nutrition without feeling restricted, enabling them to improve their strength and gain confidence in their eating habits.
NuSparkle Nutrition is the dietitian nutritionist practice of Emily Conyers.
Emily provides nutrition education & counseling for people with chronic kidney disease and people seeking help with weight management (losing or gaining weight).
Emily is a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Emily's goal is to help these individuals optimize their nutrition without feeling restricted, enabling them to improve their strength and gain confidence in their eating habits.
Teresa Rodriguez, RDN, IFNCP, LDN, CLT, is an Advanced Practice Registered Dietitian with a specialty in renal nutrition, nutrition support, mitochondrial health, ketogenic approach, and identifying adverse food reactions with an emphasis on food sensitivities as part of an Integrative and Functional Nutrition plan. As the author of The Keto Solution for Kidney Disease: Reversing Metabolic Disorders with a Ketogenic Diet, her goal is to empower individuals with the necessary nutrition therapy knowledge to help control their disease and positively impact their quality of life.
Teresa Rodriguez, RDN, IFNCP, LDN, CLT, is an Advanced Practice Registered Dietitian with a specialty in renal nutrition, nutrition support, mitochondrial health, ketogenic approach, and identifying adverse food reactions with an emphasis on food sensitivities as part of an Integrative and Functional Nutrition plan. As the author of The Keto Solution for Kidney Disease: Reversing Metabolic Disorders with a Ketogenic Diet, her goal is to empower individuals with the necessary nutrition therapy knowledge to help control their disease and positively impact their quality of life.
If you’re looking for something integrated and tailored to your specific needs, 1:1 nutrition counseling might be the right step for you.
I am a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and A4M Certified Integrative provider. I have a passion for helping individuals achieve their optimal state of health and wellbeing. With a Master of Science in Nutrition Education as well as Master of Science in the field of Physician Assistant, I offer the unique ability to provide evidence-based nutrition, supplement and lifestyle recommendations with a in depth understanding of medicine. Visit my website for more info: www.expressionsnutrition.com
If you’re looking for something integrated and tailored to your specific needs, 1:1 nutrition counseling might be the right step for you.
I am a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and A4M Certified Integrative provider. I have a passion for helping individuals achieve their optimal state of health and wellbeing. With a Master of Science in Nutrition Education as well as Master of Science in the field of Physician Assistant, I offer the unique ability to provide evidence-based nutrition, supplement and lifestyle recommendations with a in depth understanding of medicine. Visit my website for more info: www.expressionsnutrition.com
Hi, I’m Brooke! Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for helping women like myself break free from the chains of endometriosis. As a member of the '1in10community, I’m all too familiar with the medical gaslighting, chronic pain, and fear of the unknown that accompany this disease. My goal is to serve as an ally for women, to be someone who listens AND makes you feel heard. I utilize functional nutrition to help women reach their health goals whether it be to improve their hormones, manage symptoms, increase energy, normalize their periods, heal their gut, have a healthy pregnancy, breastfeed, and beyond.
Hi, I’m Brooke! Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for helping women like myself break free from the chains of endometriosis. As a member of the '1in10community, I’m all too familiar with the medical gaslighting, chronic pain, and fear of the unknown that accompany this disease. My goal is to serve as an ally for women, to be someone who listens AND makes you feel heard. I utilize functional nutrition to help women reach their health goals whether it be to improve their hormones, manage symptoms, increase energy, normalize their periods, heal their gut, have a healthy pregnancy, breastfeed, and beyond.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sport Dietetics. She focuses on fueling for exercise/athletic performance, health, and weight management. She utilizes a food first approach and recommends supplements as needed to fill in micronutrient gaps. She builds individualized nutrition plans for weight management, and body composition changes. She provides a judgement free zone where you can feel comfortable to share your goals, current dietary practices, and exercise regimen. Jenna believes there are no healthy and unhealthy, good or bad foods, rather every day foods and every now and then foods.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sport Dietetics. She focuses on fueling for exercise/athletic performance, health, and weight management. She utilizes a food first approach and recommends supplements as needed to fill in micronutrient gaps. She builds individualized nutrition plans for weight management, and body composition changes. She provides a judgement free zone where you can feel comfortable to share your goals, current dietary practices, and exercise regimen. Jenna believes there are no healthy and unhealthy, good or bad foods, rather every day foods and every now and then foods.
I am a Registered Dietitian out of Tampa, Fl however I am 100% virtual. My target population is people who have been yo-yo dieting for years however they have been unable to sustainably lose weight on their own. We help you to lose fat and have a healthier relationship with food (while still eating the foods you love). This type of client is tired of dieting for what seems like their whole life and they want to find a way to lose weight forever so they do not have to keep jumping on fad diet after fad diet.
I am a Registered Dietitian out of Tampa, Fl however I am 100% virtual. My target population is people who have been yo-yo dieting for years however they have been unable to sustainably lose weight on their own. We help you to lose fat and have a healthier relationship with food (while still eating the foods you love). This type of client is tired of dieting for what seems like their whole life and they want to find a way to lose weight forever so they do not have to keep jumping on fad diet after fad diet.
Nutrition Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is nutrition counseling?
Nutrition counseling refers to the services provided by a Registered Dietitian (RD) that focus on diet and nutrition. Individuals often seek nutrition counseling to make diet-related lifestyle changes, especially after being diagnosed with chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease. However, nutrition counseling is not limited to these cases, and it can often benefit anyone looking to improve their overall health. Nutrition counselors also often address other aspects of a healthy lifestyle within sessions, such as advising on physical activity, chronic disease management, and mental health. They provide guidance and motivation, often adopting a holistic approach to support clients in achieving their health and wellbeing goals.
Who should see a nutrition counselor?
Many people can benefit from seeing a nutrition counselor; however, individuals with (or at risk of developing) chronic medical conditions or who have specific dietary challenges (for example, IBS, Crohn's disease, etc.) may find a nutrition counselor particularly helpful. Nutrition counselors are specifically trained to use diet modifications to manage health, so consulting a dietitian if you have a chronic condition can be greatly beneficial. Nutrition professionals can help clients understand how their diet impacts their symptoms and suggest strategies to improve overall health. Additionally, dietitians can coordinate with other medical professionals, such as primary care physicians or specialty physicians, to help support the client's overall health.
What happens during a nutrition counseling session?
Nutrition counseling is fundamentally focused on a client's individual health goals. The initial session with a nutrition professional typically involves an evaluation, during which the dietitian seeks to understand the client's reasons for seeking nutrition counseling. This session typically includes discussing the client's health history, current eating habits, lifestyle, and specific nutrition counseling goals. In follow-up sessions, the client and dietitian will typically review progress toward these goals, and the dietitian may examine the client's food intake and suggest areas for improvement. They may also educate the client on diet-related topics, such as ensuring adequate consumption of fruits and vegetables or reducing sodium intake. Additionally, nutrition counselors can help clients stay accountable for other lifestyle changes that support overall health, such as regular exercise, smoking cessation, or moderating alcohol consumption.
What should I look for in a nutrition counselor?
Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from managing medical conditions to addressing lifestyle concerns like weight loss or specific dietary requirements. When looking for a nutrition counselor, it is essential to find someone with expertise in the area of nutrition relevant to your needs. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals in your area to determine the best fit. Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, making it important to look for a professional with RD credentials. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you may be interested in seeking out an RD with specialized expertise, such as a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO) or a Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), as these credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area.