Wellness Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians in Downers Grove, IL
I believe in empowering individuals to listen to their body's cues for hunger and fullness, guiding them toward a positive relationship with food that supports sustainable health and wellness.
I support clients by breaking the diet cycle and unlearning diet culture through intuitive eating. Whether addressing eating disorders, chronic dieting, or general wellness, I provide personalized support to foster a positive relationship with food and body.
I believe in empowering individuals to listen to their body's cues for hunger and fullness, guiding them toward a positive relationship with food that supports sustainable health and wellness.
I support clients by breaking the diet cycle and unlearning diet culture through intuitive eating. Whether addressing eating disorders, chronic dieting, or general wellness, I provide personalized support to foster a positive relationship with food and body.
If you are looking for nutrition support, monitoring of weight, labs, vitals, meal planning and improved symptoms related to food- I will coordinate care with those relevant to work toward our wellness goals created in our initial session.
I am most passionate supporting parents integrate intuitive eating, new mothers, pregnancy, ARFID, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating. I practice the "all foods fit" philosophy and depending on the client, create meal planning and specific goal setting. Completely virtual services allow for creativity in session including meal exposures and cooking in sessions.
If you are looking for nutrition support, monitoring of weight, labs, vitals, meal planning and improved symptoms related to food- I will coordinate care with those relevant to work toward our wellness goals created in our initial session.
I am most passionate supporting parents integrate intuitive eating, new mothers, pregnancy, ARFID, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating. I practice the "all foods fit" philosophy and depending on the client, create meal planning and specific goal setting. Completely virtual services allow for creativity in session including meal exposures and cooking in sessions.
Whether or not you want to improve your run time, or improve your glucose control, the evidence is clear that working with a Registered Dietitian can help you do that! Our goal at DuPage Dietitians is to assist each client in learning how they to move toward a lifetime of health. We do that by closing the knowledge gap, writing sound nutrition prescriptions based on solid evidence and by coaching our clients toward lasting changes.
Whether or not you want to improve your run time, or improve your glucose control, the evidence is clear that working with a Registered Dietitian can help you do that! Our goal at DuPage Dietitians is to assist each client in learning how they to move toward a lifetime of health. We do that by closing the knowledge gap, writing sound nutrition prescriptions based on solid evidence and by coaching our clients toward lasting changes.
I'm inviting all individuals who need a fresh start to their recovery. A fresh start looks like: needing to work through challenges that still remain from previous eating disorder treatments; an introduction to that body of yours who has been waiting to be "friended" by you; wanting to know how very different a nourished brain behaves and finally- meeting a hybrid dietitian who safely, wisely helps you eat, move and live in a body that's hungry for change.
I'm inviting all individuals who need a fresh start to their recovery. A fresh start looks like: needing to work through challenges that still remain from previous eating disorder treatments; an introduction to that body of yours who has been waiting to be "friended" by you; wanting to know how very different a nourished brain behaves and finally- meeting a hybrid dietitian who safely, wisely helps you eat, move and live in a body that's hungry for change.
More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby
Specialties include: Weight management, sports nutrition, prediabetes, diabetes, health and wellness, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, food intolerances, food sensitivities, women's health, hormone health, GI issues, IBS/D, mindful eating, sustainable weight loss, autoimmune diseases
Megan is a Registered Dietitian with over 12 years of experience that is passionate about helping you establish good nutrition so that you an soar in your purpose. After going through her own health journey, she embraces a holistic approach by addressing stress, sleep, hormone balance, and your relationship with your food and body, in addition to nutrition. Understanding that every body is different in needs and reactions to foods, she creates personalized nutrition programs that promote life-long habits and changes that create whole, optimal health outcomes.
Specialties include: Weight management, sports nutrition, prediabetes, diabetes, health and wellness, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, food intolerances, food sensitivities, women's health, hormone health, GI issues, IBS/D, mindful eating, sustainable weight loss, autoimmune diseases
Megan is a Registered Dietitian with over 12 years of experience that is passionate about helping you establish good nutrition so that you an soar in your purpose. After going through her own health journey, she embraces a holistic approach by addressing stress, sleep, hormone balance, and your relationship with your food and body, in addition to nutrition. Understanding that every body is different in needs and reactions to foods, she creates personalized nutrition programs that promote life-long habits and changes that create whole, optimal health outcomes.
Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes.
Elizabeth's nutrition specialties include general wellness, heart health, diabetes, pre- and postnatal care, pediatrics, intuitive eating, disordered eating, and mindful eating.
Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes.
Elizabeth's nutrition specialties include general wellness, heart health, diabetes, pre- and postnatal care, pediatrics, intuitive eating, disordered eating, and mindful eating.
She takes a non-diet approach to wellness and encourages balanced living and gentle nutrition.
She is passionate about helping clients unlearn diet culture, break the cycle of yo-yo dieting, improve their relationships with food, and feel more confident in their bodies. As someone who struggled with disordered eating for more than a decade, Kelly found immense healing through the Intuitive Eating framework and hopes to help others do the same.
She takes a non-diet approach to wellness and encourages balanced living and gentle nutrition.
She is passionate about helping clients unlearn diet culture, break the cycle of yo-yo dieting, improve their relationships with food, and feel more confident in their bodies. As someone who struggled with disordered eating for more than a decade, Kelly found immense healing through the Intuitive Eating framework and hopes to help others do the same.
Specializes in Disordered Eating and Eating disorders, HAES, Intuitive Eating, Sports Nutrition, General Health/ Wellness, Cardiovascular Health, Hormone challenges/imbalances, and Diabetes care.
Katie Whitson is a dedicated HAEs-aligned Registered Dietitian with a deep passion for fostering healthy, sustainable relationships with food and movement. She embraces a non-diet approach, focusing on the connection between nutrition and mental health. Katie employs evidence-based strategies to meet patients where they are in their care, empowering them through active involvement and personalized support. Her mission is to inspire lifelong, transformative changes by blending consistency, structure and creativity in every aspect of her practice.
Specializes in Disordered Eating and Eating disorders, HAES, Intuitive Eating, Sports Nutrition, General Health/ Wellness, Cardiovascular Health, Hormone challenges/imbalances, and Diabetes care.
Katie Whitson is a dedicated HAEs-aligned Registered Dietitian with a deep passion for fostering healthy, sustainable relationships with food and movement. She embraces a non-diet approach, focusing on the connection between nutrition and mental health. Katie employs evidence-based strategies to meet patients where they are in their care, empowering them through active involvement and personalized support. Her mission is to inspire lifelong, transformative changes by blending consistency, structure and creativity in every aspect of her practice.
The combination of these elements is so powerful in creating overall wellness.
If you have Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, or struggle to lose weight in your mid-section, Tera Naset can help.
The combination of these elements is so powerful in creating overall wellness.
If you have Diabetes, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, or struggle to lose weight in your mid-section, Tera Naset can help.
Christi’s approach to nutrition counseling is holistic, considering every aspect of her clients’ health and lifestyle to create personalized wellness plans.
Christi (she/her) is a registered dietitian, a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), and a Lifestyle Coach for the Diabetes Prevention Program. She studied dietetics and dance at Michigan State University and completed a master’s degree in applied nutrition at Russell Sage College. She helps clients with a variety of health concerns and specializes in diabetes, metabolic disorders, mental health conditions, digestion issues and weight concerns. Christi is LGBTQ+ ally with years of experience providing inclusive care.
Christi’s approach to nutrition counseling is holistic, considering every aspect of her clients’ health and lifestyle to create personalized wellness plans.
Christi (she/her) is a registered dietitian, a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), and a Lifestyle Coach for the Diabetes Prevention Program. She studied dietetics and dance at Michigan State University and completed a master’s degree in applied nutrition at Russell Sage College. She helps clients with a variety of health concerns and specializes in diabetes, metabolic disorders, mental health conditions, digestion issues and weight concerns. Christi is LGBTQ+ ally with years of experience providing inclusive care.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes.
Specialties include Eating disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Issues (IBS, IBD), Crohn's, Celiac, Weight Management for Adults/Adolescents, Diabetes, GERD, Allergy Nutrition, PCOS, Cardiovascular Disease, Kidney Disorders, High Blood Pressure, and other conditions.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes.
Specialties include Eating disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Issues (IBS, IBD), Crohn's, Celiac, Weight Management for Adults/Adolescents, Diabetes, GERD, Allergy Nutrition, PCOS, Cardiovascular Disease, Kidney Disorders, High Blood Pressure, and other conditions.
I believe in an integrative approach to health and wellness, providing patient-centered care, knowing that one’s relationship with food can be impacted by many factors.
I assist clients with managing health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and kidney disease. I have worked with clients who engage in emotional or disordered eating. If you are taking a medication like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound, I can assist you with meeting your weight loss goals & properly nourishing your body.
I believe in an integrative approach to health and wellness, providing patient-centered care, knowing that one’s relationship with food can be impacted by many factors.
I assist clients with managing health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and kidney disease. I have worked with clients who engage in emotional or disordered eating. If you are taking a medication like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound, I can assist you with meeting your weight loss goals & properly nourishing your body.
Rachael’s specialties include diabetes (pre, type 1, type 2, gestational), autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, intuitive/mindful eating, anti-inflammatory diet and general wellness.
Rachael is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping others to develop a joyful and harmonious relationship with food. She understands that ones relationship with food and body is deeply personal and wants to work alongside you in partnership, meeting you where you are at in your health journey. Rachael’s approach is integrative and holistic, focusing on finding balance, sustainability, and most importantly, enjoyment in food. She believes in connecting with clients on a personal level to understand their unique lifestyle, background, and challenges, allowing for her to provide truly individualized support.
Rachael’s specialties include diabetes (pre, type 1, type 2, gestational), autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, intuitive/mindful eating, anti-inflammatory diet and general wellness.
Rachael is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping others to develop a joyful and harmonious relationship with food. She understands that ones relationship with food and body is deeply personal and wants to work alongside you in partnership, meeting you where you are at in your health journey. Rachael’s approach is integrative and holistic, focusing on finding balance, sustainability, and most importantly, enjoyment in food. She believes in connecting with clients on a personal level to understand their unique lifestyle, background, and challenges, allowing for her to provide truly individualized support.
She is an accomplished dietitian, counselor, educator, and wellness consultant known for her concierge-type 1:1 service.
In her spare time, Olga enjoys playing piano, gardening, cooking, traveling with her husband, and spending time with her 3 children. Here is my philosophy: Invest in your health!
She is an accomplished dietitian, counselor, educator, and wellness consultant known for her concierge-type 1:1 service.
In her spare time, Olga enjoys playing piano, gardening, cooking, traveling with her husband, and spending time with her 3 children. Here is my philosophy: Invest in your health!
I enjoy working with my clients for diabetes management and sports nutrition (in addition to overall wellness).
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.
I enjoy working with my clients for diabetes management and sports nutrition (in addition to overall wellness).
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.
In her sessions, Abbie believes in getting to know her clients to gain perspective into their health and wellness.
Abbie is passionate about helping others improve their relationship with food, body image, weight, and health. She helps clients achieve positive changes in mental and physical well-being through nutrition counseling and education. Abbie provides personalized care tailored to your nutritional needs using a non-diet approach. She offers counseling in a supportive setting, using methods like motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy, along with tools such as hands-on activities and educational handouts.
In her sessions, Abbie believes in getting to know her clients to gain perspective into their health and wellness.
Abbie is passionate about helping others improve their relationship with food, body image, weight, and health. She helps clients achieve positive changes in mental and physical well-being through nutrition counseling and education. Abbie provides personalized care tailored to your nutritional needs using a non-diet approach. She offers counseling in a supportive setting, using methods like motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy, along with tools such as hands-on activities and educational handouts.
We specialize in: Family Nutrition, Mindful Eating, Women's Health and Nutrition, Weight Loss and Management, General Wellness and Disease Prevention, Medical Nutrition Therapy and Sports Nutrition.
At Thrive, our mission is to guide you toward your goals, providing scientifically sound and practical advice. We have over 17 years of experience providing nutrition guidance to people of all ages. We provide nutrition counseling, testing services, shopping and group sessions.
We specialize in: Family Nutrition, Mindful Eating, Women's Health and Nutrition, Weight Loss and Management, General Wellness and Disease Prevention, Medical Nutrition Therapy and Sports Nutrition.
At Thrive, our mission is to guide you toward your goals, providing scientifically sound and practical advice. We have over 17 years of experience providing nutrition guidance to people of all ages. We provide nutrition counseling, testing services, shopping and group sessions.
Stephanie Bruzek obtained her Bachelor's degree in food, nutrition and dietetics from Illinois State University and Master's degree in Nutrition and Wellness from Benedictine University in 2013.
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian with over 11 years of experience helping individuals manage their health through nutrition. Stephanie promotes individualized care, focusing on nutrition education, behavior change, and promoting health in a sustainable way. Stephanie enjoys connecting with her clients and developing a plan together that will work for their life and aligns with their goals.
Stephanie Bruzek obtained her Bachelor's degree in food, nutrition and dietetics from Illinois State University and Master's degree in Nutrition and Wellness from Benedictine University in 2013.
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian with over 11 years of experience helping individuals manage their health through nutrition. Stephanie promotes individualized care, focusing on nutrition education, behavior change, and promoting health in a sustainable way. Stephanie enjoys connecting with her clients and developing a plan together that will work for their life and aligns with their goals.
Rachael’s specialties include diabetes (pre-diabetes, type 1, type 2, and gestational), autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, intuitive and mindful eating, anti-inflammatory diets, and general wellness.
Rachael is a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping others build a joyful, balanced relationship with food. She understands that one’s connection with food and body is deeply personal and strives to support you as a partner in your health journey. Her approach is integrative and holistic, emphasizing balance, sustainability, and enjoyment. Rachael connects personally with clients to understand their unique lifestyle, background, and challenges, allowing her to provide truly individualized support in a warm, empathetic, and judgment-free space.
Rachael’s specialties include diabetes (pre-diabetes, type 1, type 2, and gestational), autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, intuitive and mindful eating, anti-inflammatory diets, and general wellness.
Rachael is a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping others build a joyful, balanced relationship with food. She understands that one’s connection with food and body is deeply personal and strives to support you as a partner in your health journey. Her approach is integrative and holistic, emphasizing balance, sustainability, and enjoyment. Rachael connects personally with clients to understand their unique lifestyle, background, and challenges, allowing her to provide truly individualized support in a warm, empathetic, and judgment-free space.
We help women on their health and wellness journey to reclaim their health by empowering them to make small, sustainable changes over time leading to a transformational lifestyle.
At Body to Soul Health, I specialize in functional nutrition, mindfulness and yoga, offering personalized solutions to help you restore balance and reclaim your vitality. From addressing hormonal imbalances to gut health and stress management, I provide holistic, integrative care tailored to your unique needs and goals to nourish your body, mind and soul.
We help women on their health and wellness journey to reclaim their health by empowering them to make small, sustainable changes over time leading to a transformational lifestyle.
At Body to Soul Health, I specialize in functional nutrition, mindfulness and yoga, offering personalized solutions to help you restore balance and reclaim your vitality. From addressing hormonal imbalances to gut health and stress management, I provide holistic, integrative care tailored to your unique needs and goals to nourish your body, mind and soul.
Wellness Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is wellness counselling?
Wellness counselling describes the supportive services offered by a counsellor that are focused on diet, physical activity, and mental health. Wellness counsellors will guide and coach clients seeking motivation or advice in these areas and often adopt a holistic approach to health and well-being.
Do wellness counsellors help with nutrition?
Wellness counsellors take a holistic approach to wellbeing, which often includes nutrition in addition to supporting physical and emotional health. They may help coach clients on developing a nutrition plan that works for their lifestyle, or they may help clients better understand how diet impacts their physical and mental health. Because wellness counsellors range widely in their educational background, experience, and specific expertise, clients should ask potential wellness counsellors about their expertise in nutrition, as well as what their approach to nutrition is.
Who is wellness counselling for?
Wellness counselling is ideal for individuals who are generally healthy but seek to make gradual lifestyle changes to enhance their physical and mental health. It is also suitable for those interested in preventing chronic diseases, especially if they are predisposed to conditions like diabetes or hypertension. However, wellness counselling may not be the best fit for individuals with diet-related medical conditions, particularly if the wellness counsellor lacks specific credentials in dietetics, such as being a Registered Dietitian.
What is the difference between a wellness counselor and a dietitian?
The term "wellness counsellor" may seem similar to "dietitian," but key credential differences exist between these two roles that are important to consider when seeking a nutrition professional. A registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) must earn at least a graduate degree from an accredited program, complete a supervised practice program, pass the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam, and engage in continuing education. The RD and RDN credentials are regulated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest nutrition-related organisation in the country. In contrast, the title "wellness counsellor" does not require any formal education or credentials; anyone can use the title, including those with very limited or no formal training in nutrition. While there are certification programs for those interested in wellness counselling, the rigor and academic requirements for such programs can vary greatly.