Nutritionists and Dietitians near Costa Mesa, CA

I specialize in helping individuals and families optimize their health, well-being, and eating behaviors. I offer private nutrition counseling and group workshops using a non-diet, Health At Every Size (HAES) perspective. This means I won’t focus on your body size or prescribe eating rules to follow. Instead, I will serve as a guide on your journey to better health and wellness. This journey looks different for everyone; there is no “one size fits all.”

All clients are ideal...they come with their own individual nutrition issues. As a Registered Dietitian it is my hope that we can come up with a plan of action to meet their needs. By giving the client time to communicate what they have been dealing with and coming up with goals together....the support can come in a gentle and nurturing environment. Many clients come in not knowing what to expect or are scared of making changes. That is not unusual. Helping them see what they can accomplish and breaking it down into manageable pieces can decrease the anxiety of coming in.

Whether you desire to lose weight, manage diabetes, lower cholesterol, reduce FODMAPS, manage IBD/SIBO, navigate food allergies, increase energy, or enhance sports performance, I can help. Eating well isn't about "boring" foods. I enjoy helping people discover ingredients that provide nutritional benefits & also pack flavor. I realize that we all have lives to live and not everyone has hours to devote to food prep. Through ongoing nutrition counseling, I provide you with a nonjudgmental space to help make sense of the abundant nutritional information and to collaboratively develop a personalized eating plan with your health goals.

Hello! My name is Kelsey and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in Southern California. 8 years ago, I became a Registered Dietitian with the goal of using nutrition to improve quality of life for others. Sessions are centered around strengthening one's relationships with food, connecting the mind and body. I use a personalized approach to meet each client's individual needs, resulting in sustainable life changes.

As a dedicated & compassionate dietitian, my mission is to foster a positive & healing relationship with food & body for individuals navigating eating disorders, disordered eating, & chronic medical conditions. With a commitment to a weight-inclusive approach, I believe in promoting overall well-being rather than numbers on a scale. I recognize the diverse and unique experiences each individual brings to their relationship with food, body image, and health. Cultural sensitivity & diversity are integral components of my approach, & I am devoted to creating a safe and inclusive space where clients feel seen, heard and respected.

Do you feel like you can't control your eating food- related behaviors ? Do you see yourself as "fat" when others see you as too thin? Would you say that food and thoughts about food dominate your life? You don't have to be alone in your struggle. My specialized and experienced empathetic approach focuses on you and your personal experience . The science of nutrition is important but struggling clients need support with their emotions around food and eating. Plan of care and recovery is developed carefully with your involvement.

Whether you’re recovering from an eating disorder or trying to break the cycle of chronic dieting, I promote a food fluid, weight neutral framework. This means no longer classifying foods as good or bad or, viewing your body as the enemy. I encourage my clients to adopt an all foods fit philosophy, and explore utilizing one’s body as a vehicle for experience, rather than validation. I believe in empowering clients to make decisions that are informed, not fear based. If you are looking for a therapeutic dietitian, you are in the right place. I utilize several therapeutic modalities including IFS, Somatic work, RO-DBT, DBT and CBT.