Wellness Counseling Nutritionists and Dietitians in Mchenry County, IL
Our is to provide weight inclusive medical nutrition therapy, using the principles of Intuitive Eating in a HAES aligned practice. The intent of our counseling is to help people find peace with food freedom, develop a healthy relationship with food and their bodies, and focus on gentle nutrition to manage and prevent chronic disease states.
Our is to provide weight inclusive medical nutrition therapy, using the principles of Intuitive Eating in a HAES aligned practice. The intent of our counseling is to help people find peace with food freedom, develop a healthy relationship with food and their bodies, and focus on gentle nutrition to manage and prevent chronic disease states.
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs. We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food. Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise. Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again. Our approach of trauma informed nutrition counseling and coaching teaches non-diet eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust and feel safe inside the body and manage chronic issues such as burned and stressed out, PCOS and gut health.
It is not often we are encouraged to honor our bodies needs. We live in world that teaches us to "watch it" and "have it together", especially around weight and food. Unfortunately, this constant pressure to "be good" can play a role in constant dieting, restricting, binging, purging and an all or nothing attitude around exercise. Fortunately, we can make peace with food and our bodies again. Our approach of trauma informed nutrition counseling and coaching teaches non-diet eating and body wisdom skills to learn to trust and feel safe inside the body and manage chronic issues such as burned and stressed out, PCOS and gut health.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Allow me to guide you toward YOUR path of wellness!
Struggling with eating healthfully, weight loss or managing your blood sugar? Do you believe food is making you sick but unsure of which food? Are you curious if Keto, Vegan and plant-based is right for you? No clue where to start? Being healthy starts with proper nutrition because food impacts so much including: good health, weight loss, diabetes management and even healing from symptoms (migraines, IBS, fibromyalgia, joint pain and fatigue) caused by food sensitivities. Let me empower you with the knowledge/science and tools to more effectively lose weight, control your diabetes, restore your health and regain your life!
Allow me to guide you toward YOUR path of wellness!
Struggling with eating healthfully, weight loss or managing your blood sugar? Do you believe food is making you sick but unsure of which food? Are you curious if Keto, Vegan and plant-based is right for you? No clue where to start? Being healthy starts with proper nutrition because food impacts so much including: good health, weight loss, diabetes management and even healing from symptoms (migraines, IBS, fibromyalgia, joint pain and fatigue) caused by food sensitivities. Let me empower you with the knowledge/science and tools to more effectively lose weight, control your diabetes, restore your health and regain your life!
Passionate about health, wellness, and beauty as a whole experience, I embrace radiant, feminine energy and strive to spread positivity.
Are you tired of being told to "just lose weight" or being handed another prescription instead of real solutions? If you're living with PCOS, struggling with hormonal imbalances, or feeling dismissed by the healthcare system, you're not alone. Women's symptoms are too often overlooked or treated with a one-size-fits-all approach, like birth control pills that don't address the root cause. Sustainable weight loss with PCOS is possible, and it doesn't have to take over your life. I specialize in helping women manage PCOS symptoms, support hormone health, and lose weight in a holistic, realistic, and evidence-based way.
Passionate about health, wellness, and beauty as a whole experience, I embrace radiant, feminine energy and strive to spread positivity.
Are you tired of being told to "just lose weight" or being handed another prescription instead of real solutions? If you're living with PCOS, struggling with hormonal imbalances, or feeling dismissed by the healthcare system, you're not alone. Women's symptoms are too often overlooked or treated with a one-size-fits-all approach, like birth control pills that don't address the root cause. Sustainable weight loss with PCOS is possible, and it doesn't have to take over your life. I specialize in helping women manage PCOS symptoms, support hormone health, and lose weight in a holistic, realistic, and evidence-based way.
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.
Amanda is an RD specializing in general health and wellness, eating disorders and disordered eating.
Specialties include: Digestive issues,Crohn's Disease, Celiac Disease, Disordered eating, eating disorders, mindful/intuitive eating, PCOS, general health and wellness and weight gain/restoration
Amanda is an RD specializing in general health and wellness, eating disorders and disordered eating.
Specialties include: Digestive issues,Crohn's Disease, Celiac Disease, Disordered eating, eating disorders, mindful/intuitive eating, PCOS, general health and wellness and weight gain/restoration
Meredith Starr is a Registered Dietitian and Director of Nutrition Services at Allow Wellness in Chicago.
Meredith's personal nutrition philosophy centers on building a healthy relationship with food and is inclusive of mental, emotional, physical and social health. Meredith aligns herself with size-inclusive and non-diet nutrition approaches. She is passionate about empowering others in their relationship with food and their bodies.
Meredith Starr is a Registered Dietitian and Director of Nutrition Services at Allow Wellness in Chicago.
Meredith's personal nutrition philosophy centers on building a healthy relationship with food and is inclusive of mental, emotional, physical and social health. Meredith aligns herself with size-inclusive and non-diet nutrition approaches. She is passionate about empowering others in their relationship with food and their bodies.
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.
Prior to Allow Wellness, Lizzie has experience working in a residential, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient levels of care for eating disorder treatment.
Lizzie is passionate about meeting clients where they are at in their relationship with food and believes all individuals are deserving of care and recovery. Her work is guided by her belief that all foods can be a part of a balanced and healthy lifestyle as she strives to help her clients develop a positive relationship with food.
Prior to Allow Wellness, Lizzie has experience working in a residential, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient levels of care for eating disorder treatment.
Lizzie is passionate about meeting clients where they are at in their relationship with food and believes all individuals are deserving of care and recovery. Her work is guided by her belief that all foods can be a part of a balanced and healthy lifestyle as she strives to help her clients develop a positive relationship with food.
I firmly believe that wellness is a dynamic process of change and growth, “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease“.
I have been working as a clinical dietitian and utilizing Medical Nutrition Therapy for the past 7 years. As an RD, I honor each client’s specific needs in order to establish an individualized plan that is realistic and enjoyable. My recommendations are grounded in scientific evidence, while focusing on compassion, motivation, and mindfulness.
I firmly believe that wellness is a dynamic process of change and growth, “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease“.
I have been working as a clinical dietitian and utilizing Medical Nutrition Therapy for the past 7 years. As an RD, I honor each client’s specific needs in order to establish an individualized plan that is realistic and enjoyable. My recommendations are grounded in scientific evidence, while focusing on compassion, motivation, and mindfulness.
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.
As a RDN, she finds it rewarding to help people reach their own wellness goals.
Amanda is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) that specializes in sports nutrition, plant-based eating, and the intersection of the two. She is an avid runner and former division 1 cross country/ track athlete. She is also a former high school science teacher with a M.Ed in science education who changed careers to become a RDN. Amanda also works as Certified Running Coach.
As a RDN, she finds it rewarding to help people reach their own wellness goals.
Amanda is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) that specializes in sports nutrition, plant-based eating, and the intersection of the two. She is an avid runner and former division 1 cross country/ track athlete. She is also a former high school science teacher with a M.Ed in science education who changed careers to become a RDN. Amanda also works as Certified Running Coach.
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.
With 20 years experience in the health and wellness field, I prioritize understanding the individual beyond their condition.
Being healthy doesn't have to be complicated. North Shore Balance works with clients to help them make small changes to their current habits to help them lead healthier lives.
With 20 years experience in the health and wellness field, I prioritize understanding the individual beyond their condition.
Being healthy doesn't have to be complicated. North Shore Balance works with clients to help them make small changes to their current habits to help them lead healthier lives.
Katrina Darling Friedman, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian, functional nutritionist, and women's health specialist with over 2 years of experience in the health and wellness space.
Katrina is a registered dietitian and functional practitioner specializing in women's health and metabolic conditions. Her mission is to guide clients from overwhelm to ease, and empower them with a better understanding of their own needs to help them reconnect with their bodies, optimize their fertility, and transform their lives with targeted nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement therapies. Katrina takes a non-restrictive, food-first, root-cause approach to functional care. Katrina encourages her clients to take charge of their healing journey through her education-focused sessions and communication style.
Katrina Darling Friedman, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian, functional nutritionist, and women's health specialist with over 2 years of experience in the health and wellness space.
Katrina is a registered dietitian and functional practitioner specializing in women's health and metabolic conditions. Her mission is to guide clients from overwhelm to ease, and empower them with a better understanding of their own needs to help them reconnect with their bodies, optimize their fertility, and transform their lives with targeted nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement therapies. Katrina takes a non-restrictive, food-first, root-cause approach to functional care. Katrina encourages her clients to take charge of their healing journey through her education-focused sessions and communication style.
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.
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.
Let me help you find a path to optimal wellness that works for you.
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist and health coach on a mission to empower individuals to achieve their health goals. As a health coach, I provide the motivation and strategies to make positive lifestyle changes. Pair that with my expertise as a nutritionist, where I craft personalized plans for your unique needs. Together, we'll conquer your health goals, whether you’re looking to boost energy, enhance longevity, or address specific health concerns. Let's embark on a journey to nourish your body, enhance your well-being, and cultivate a sustainable, healthy lifestyle together.
Let me help you find a path to optimal wellness that works for you.
I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist and health coach on a mission to empower individuals to achieve their health goals. As a health coach, I provide the motivation and strategies to make positive lifestyle changes. Pair that with my expertise as a nutritionist, where I craft personalized plans for your unique needs. Together, we'll conquer your health goals, whether you’re looking to boost energy, enhance longevity, or address specific health concerns. Let's embark on a journey to nourish your body, enhance your well-being, and cultivate a sustainable, healthy lifestyle together.
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.
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.
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.