Nutritionists and Dietitians in Franklin, IN
Yuhan is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in working with adults dealing with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Conditions (including IBS and Low FODMAP). She is passionate about providing patient-centered nutrition care and is dedicated to helping clients reshape their lifestyle in a sustainable and enjoyable way, making food enjoyable once again. Her evidence-based, anti-diet approach focuses on improving health without judgment of food preferences or body size.
Yuhan is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in working with adults dealing with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive Conditions (including IBS and Low FODMAP). She is passionate about providing patient-centered nutrition care and is dedicated to helping clients reshape their lifestyle in a sustainable and enjoyable way, making food enjoyable once again. Her evidence-based, anti-diet approach focuses on improving health without judgment of food preferences or body size.
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I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft helping clients whom have PCOS, interests in Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, or Weight Management. I help clients to craft personalized, attainable, and sustainable dietary and lifestyle changes that support their health. By collaboratively designing small, impactful steps that preserve quality of life and promote personal choice, I help my clients achieve their goals from better blood sugar control to increased energy.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft helping clients whom have PCOS, interests in Pre/PostPartum nutrition, Gestational Diabetes, Diabetes, or Weight Management. I help clients to craft personalized, attainable, and sustainable dietary and lifestyle changes that support their health. By collaboratively designing small, impactful steps that preserve quality of life and promote personal choice, I help my clients achieve their goals from better blood sugar control to increased energy.
Registered dietitians specializing in the nutrition treatment of adults and adolescents with eating disorders. We offer a unique holistic medically-informed approach. Our passion is offering care for those with limited access to eating disorder providers in their area and to walk alongside them in their recovery transformation from beginning to end. Based out of Oklahoma, we see clients virtually via our secure Telehealth platform in multiple states, including Arkansas, Louisiana, Indiana, and Oklahoma. Please visit our website for a complete list of states where we provide services.
Registered dietitians specializing in the nutrition treatment of adults and adolescents with eating disorders. We offer a unique holistic medically-informed approach. Our passion is offering care for those with limited access to eating disorder providers in their area and to walk alongside them in their recovery transformation from beginning to end. Based out of Oklahoma, we see clients virtually via our secure Telehealth platform in multiple states, including Arkansas, Louisiana, Indiana, and Oklahoma. Please visit our website for a complete list of states where we provide services.
Hello! My name is Samantha Smith-Bowman, and I’m an experienced dietitian focused on the mental health aspects of nutrition. If you know nutrition matters but aren’t sure how to change your habits—or you’ve tried before and nothing seems to stick—you’re not alone. Many plans don’t match how your brain works. Together, we’ll build an individualized approach with small, sustainable steps to support your goals, whether that’s diabetes management, improved labs, disordered eating behaviors, or other medical needs.
Hello! My name is Samantha Smith-Bowman, and I’m an experienced dietitian focused on the mental health aspects of nutrition. If you know nutrition matters but aren’t sure how to change your habits—or you’ve tried before and nothing seems to stick—you’re not alone. Many plans don’t match how your brain works. Together, we’ll build an individualized approach with small, sustainable steps to support your goals, whether that’s diabetes management, improved labs, disordered eating behaviors, or other medical needs.
My ideal client feels stuck between wanting to improve their body composition and not wanting to fall back into restrictive, all-or-nothing patterns. They may have a history of dieting or disordered eating, struggle with consistency, and feel frustrated that what “should” work isn’t working. They want a realistic, sustainable approach that supports their metabolism, strength, and long-term health without extremes, rigid rules, or sacrificing their relationship with food.
My ideal client feels stuck between wanting to improve their body composition and not wanting to fall back into restrictive, all-or-nothing patterns. They may have a history of dieting or disordered eating, struggle with consistency, and feel frustrated that what “should” work isn’t working. They want a realistic, sustainable approach that supports their metabolism, strength, and long-term health without extremes, rigid rules, or sacrificing their relationship with food.
My ideal clients are individuals experiencing complex, chronic health concerns such as gut issues, hormone imbalance, autoimmune conditions, thyroid dysfunction, food sensitivities, and low energy or poor sleep. They often feel frustrated by vague symptoms or inconclusive conventional testing and want deeper answers. I use a functional, whole-body approach with in-depth assessment and diagnostic testing to identify root causes. Together, we use personalized nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and education to improve symptoms and restore confidence in their health.
My ideal clients are individuals experiencing complex, chronic health concerns such as gut issues, hormone imbalance, autoimmune conditions, thyroid dysfunction, food sensitivities, and low energy or poor sleep. They often feel frustrated by vague symptoms or inconclusive conventional testing and want deeper answers. I use a functional, whole-body approach with in-depth assessment and diagnostic testing to identify root causes. Together, we use personalized nutrition, lifestyle strategies, and education to improve symptoms and restore confidence in their health.
Joy is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with more than 15 years of experience, primarily serving as a dietitian for the U.S. Army. Her clinical background centers on eating disorders, and she’s passionate about helping clients define their own values around food, weight, and movement. She also facilitates eating-disorder recovery support groups through the National Alliance for Eating Disorders, supporting individuals and families throughout recovery.
Joy is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with more than 15 years of experience, primarily serving as a dietitian for the U.S. Army. Her clinical background centers on eating disorders, and she’s passionate about helping clients define their own values around food, weight, and movement. She also facilitates eating-disorder recovery support groups through the National Alliance for Eating Disorders, supporting individuals and families throughout recovery.
Jessica’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with diabetes management, heart health, healthy aging, and overall wellness. Many come to her feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to improve their health in a sustainable way. Using an integrative, functional medicine approach, Jessica helps clients understand how food choices affect how they feel, identify possible root causes, and build a realistic plan that supports lasting progress.
Jessica’s ideal clients are individuals seeking support with diabetes management, heart health, healthy aging, and overall wellness. Many come to her feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to improve their health in a sustainable way. Using an integrative, functional medicine approach, Jessica helps clients understand how food choices affect how they feel, identify possible root causes, and build a realistic plan that supports lasting progress.
Alexis is a Registered Dietitian passionate about functional nutrition and helping individuals build a healthy, trusting relationship with food. She believes that while food is emotional, social, and environmental, it is also a powerful tool for disease prevention and management. Her holistic, non-diet approach blends functional nutrition with evidence-based practices to address underlying factors impacting health. Alexis focuses on sustainable behavior change, honoring each client’s unique biology, lifestyle, and goals—while creating a supportive, judgment-free space for healing and growth.
Alexis is a Registered Dietitian passionate about functional nutrition and helping individuals build a healthy, trusting relationship with food. She believes that while food is emotional, social, and environmental, it is also a powerful tool for disease prevention and management. Her holistic, non-diet approach blends functional nutrition with evidence-based practices to address underlying factors impacting health. Alexis focuses on sustainable behavior change, honoring each client’s unique biology, lifestyle, and goals—while creating a supportive, judgment-free space for healing and growth.
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 (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.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking compassionate support for eating disorders, disordered eating, emotional eating, binge eating, and overall health concerns such as diabetes, GI health, cardiovascular health, and weight management. Many feel overwhelmed, disconnected from food, or stuck in unhealthy patterns and want sustainable, long-term change. I provide individualized, evidence-based care using intuitive eating, mindfulness, and the Plate-by-Plate approach to help clients build healthier relationships with food, improve well-being, and create realistic habits that support lasting success.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking compassionate support for eating disorders, disordered eating, emotional eating, binge eating, and overall health concerns such as diabetes, GI health, cardiovascular health, and weight management. Many feel overwhelmed, disconnected from food, or stuck in unhealthy patterns and want sustainable, long-term change. I provide individualized, evidence-based care using intuitive eating, mindfulness, and the Plate-by-Plate approach to help clients build healthier relationships with food, improve well-being, and create realistic habits that support lasting success.
I am a Certified Eating Disorder Dietitian (CEDS-C) and an approved consultant by IAEDP. I promote self-regulated principles to foster permanent life changes. My goal is to individualize tools necessary to balance normalized eating in everyday life without fears and anxieties over food as fuel. As CEO of Midwest Dietitian, I treat Anorexia and Bulimia, Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, PICA, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder. HIPAA compliant Telehealth provided.
I am a Certified Eating Disorder Dietitian (CEDS-C) and an approved consultant by IAEDP. I promote self-regulated principles to foster permanent life changes. My goal is to individualize tools necessary to balance normalized eating in everyday life without fears and anxieties over food as fuel. As CEO of Midwest Dietitian, I treat Anorexia and Bulimia, Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, PICA, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder. HIPAA compliant Telehealth provided.
Cecille Biaggi, MS, RDN, is a registered dietitian passionate about helping people build a healthier relationship with food while improving overall health. She supports individuals with weight management, metabolic health, and chronic conditions using practical, evidence-based strategies. Cecille believes nutrition should feel realistic and sustainable—not restrictive—and helps clients build habits that fit their lifestyle. Her goal is to boost confidence, improve health markers, and create long-term habits that last.
Cecille Biaggi, MS, RDN, is a registered dietitian passionate about helping people build a healthier relationship with food while improving overall health. She supports individuals with weight management, metabolic health, and chronic conditions using practical, evidence-based strategies. Cecille believes nutrition should feel realistic and sustainable—not restrictive—and helps clients build habits that fit their lifestyle. Her goal is to boost confidence, improve health markers, and create long-term habits that last.
Ashley Walls specializes in working with clients interested in general healthy eating, and conditions including Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Celiac, Crohn's, IBS, Intuitive Eating, Weight Management and more. With 3 years of experience at a residential treatment level, Ashley is well versed on the difficulties associated with cooccurring diagnosis and eating disorder recovery. She believes that all foods fit through practice of balance, variety and moderation. Her past experiences as an athlete and personal trainer has prompted a particular interest in sports nutrition.
Ashley Walls specializes in working with clients interested in general healthy eating, and conditions including Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Celiac, Crohn's, IBS, Intuitive Eating, Weight Management and more. With 3 years of experience at a residential treatment level, Ashley is well versed on the difficulties associated with cooccurring diagnosis and eating disorder recovery. She believes that all foods fit through practice of balance, variety and moderation. Her past experiences as an athlete and personal trainer has prompted a particular interest in sports nutrition.
Managing gastrointestinal and autoimmune issues can be overwhelming. I see clients with a variety of GI and autoimmune issues, but I don't take a one size fits all approach. I start with what has been found to help most individuals with specific GI/autoimmune issues, then make changes from there. I work in collaboration with my clients to develop a plan that works to help with symptom management. Majority of my clients are frustrated with the length of their struggle, so I am available for questions, concerns and overall support.
Managing gastrointestinal and autoimmune issues can be overwhelming. I see clients with a variety of GI and autoimmune issues, but I don't take a one size fits all approach. I start with what has been found to help most individuals with specific GI/autoimmune issues, then make changes from there. I work in collaboration with my clients to develop a plan that works to help with symptom management. Majority of my clients are frustrated with the length of their struggle, so I am available for questions, concerns and overall support.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking better blood sugar control, sustainable weight loss, and improved overall health. Many come to my practice feeling overwhelmed by nutrition advice or frustrated by approaches that have not worked. As a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, I provide personalized, practical guidance to help clients build realistic habits, feel more confident, and make steady progress toward lasting health goals.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking better blood sugar control, sustainable weight loss, and improved overall health. Many come to my practice feeling overwhelmed by nutrition advice or frustrated by approaches that have not worked. As a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, I provide personalized, practical guidance to help clients build realistic habits, feel more confident, and make steady progress toward lasting health goals.
Elizabeth is a Registered Dietitian with over six years of experience helping individuals make healthier choices and achieve their goals. Using intuitive eating principles and a compassionate, client-centered approach, she tailors evidence-based plans to meet each person’s needs. Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes. Her compassionate counseling ensures that clients feel heard, confident, and motivated on their journey to improved health and well-being.
Elizabeth is a Registered Dietitian with over six years of experience helping individuals make healthier choices and achieve their goals. Using intuitive eating principles and a compassionate, client-centered approach, she tailors evidence-based plans to meet each person’s needs. Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes. Her compassionate counseling ensures that clients feel heard, confident, and motivated on their journey to improved health and well-being.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support for women’s health, gut health, metabolic wellness, and long-term health. They often feel frustrated by ongoing symptoms, inconsistent results, or advice that doesn’t fit their lifestyle. I take a whole-person approach, looking at nutrition, habits, stress, and routines to understand the root of concerns. Together, we build personalized, realistic strategies that support symptom relief and long-term wellness, helping clients feel confident, supported, and consistent in their health journey.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support for women’s health, gut health, metabolic wellness, and long-term health. They often feel frustrated by ongoing symptoms, inconsistent results, or advice that doesn’t fit their lifestyle. I take a whole-person approach, looking at nutrition, habits, stress, and routines to understand the root of concerns. Together, we build personalized, realistic strategies that support symptom relief and long-term wellness, helping clients feel confident, supported, and consistent in their health journey.
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.
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.
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.
FAQs - About Nutritionists and Dietitians
How can I find a dietitian or nutritionist in Franklin?
To find dietitians and nutritionists near you, input your city, town, suburb, zip code, or a provider's name in the search bar at the top of the page. From there, you can filter by specialty, treatment technique, and gender to find a dietitian or nutritionist who matches your needs.
When you visit a dietitian or nutritionist's profile, you can get a better idea if they're the right fit for you. Consider things like session cost, accepted insurance plans, and their location or telehealth options. If someone seems like a good match, you can email them or call the number on their profile. When speaking with a professional, pay attention to whether or not you feel comfortable in the conversation and how knowledgeable they are about your specific nutrition concerns. It may also be helpful to ask more about their general approach to nutrition and the training behind their credentials.
When you visit a dietitian or nutritionist's profile, you can get a better idea if they're the right fit for you. Consider things like session cost, accepted insurance plans, and their location or telehealth options. If someone seems like a good match, you can email them or call the number on their profile. When speaking with a professional, pay attention to whether or not you feel comfortable in the conversation and how knowledgeable they are about your specific nutrition concerns. It may also be helpful to ask more about their general approach to nutrition and the training behind their credentials.
What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?
The terms dietitian and nutritionist are often used interchangeably. However, there are actually key credential differences between dietitians and nutritionists that are important to keep in mind when seeking a nutrition professional.
A registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) has earned at least a graduate degree from an accredited program, completed a supervised practice program, passed the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam, and continues their education regularly. The RD and RDN credentials are regulated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest nutrition-related organization in the country. Only professionals who meet their standards can call themselves an RD or RDN and enjoy privileges like billing insurance. Additionally, RDs and RDNs can get board certifications in specialized areas such as gerontological nutrition (CSG), sports dietetics (CSSD), pediatric nutrition (CSP), renal nutrition (CSR), or oncology nutrition (CSO). They also need state licensure, which usually aligns with national requirements.
In contrast, the title "nutritionist" doesn't require any formal education or credentials; anyone can use the title of nutritionist, including those with very limited or no formal training in nutrition. Although there are certification programs that are marketed toward those interested in nutrition counseling, the rigor and academic requirements for such programs varies greatly. These important differences between dietitians and nutritionists are thus very important to consider when choosing the right nutrition professional for your needs. To be listed in the HealthProfs directory, Nutritionists must have a minimum of a Masters Degree in a relevant field.
A registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) has earned at least a graduate degree from an accredited program, completed a supervised practice program, passed the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam, and continues their education regularly. The RD and RDN credentials are regulated by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the largest nutrition-related organization in the country. Only professionals who meet their standards can call themselves an RD or RDN and enjoy privileges like billing insurance. Additionally, RDs and RDNs can get board certifications in specialized areas such as gerontological nutrition (CSG), sports dietetics (CSSD), pediatric nutrition (CSP), renal nutrition (CSR), or oncology nutrition (CSO). They also need state licensure, which usually aligns with national requirements.
In contrast, the title "nutritionist" doesn't require any formal education or credentials; anyone can use the title of nutritionist, including those with very limited or no formal training in nutrition. Although there are certification programs that are marketed toward those interested in nutrition counseling, the rigor and academic requirements for such programs varies greatly. These important differences between dietitians and nutritionists are thus very important to consider when choosing the right nutrition professional for your needs. To be listed in the HealthProfs directory, Nutritionists must have a minimum of a Masters Degree in a relevant field.
When should I see a dietitian or a nutritionist?
Clients seek nutritional support from dietitians and nutritionists for various reasons, ranging from medical conditions to lifestyle concerns like weight loss or dietary requirements; however, it's always important to find a professional who is a good fit for you. Consider factors such as insurance coverage, your specific medical or dietary concerns, and the availability of professionals near you to determine whether a dietitian or nutritionist may be a better fit.
Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, especially for those with medical conditions. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you might want to seek 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). These credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area. Additionally, consider the availability of professionals in your area and their openness to telehealth sessions. While the field of dietetics is growing, there may not always be a wide selection of professionals, especially in rural areas. In such cases, focusing on the experience and expertise of the nutrition professional can be more important than their specific credentials.
Generally, nutritionists are not covered by insurance, whereas Registered Dietitians (RDs) often are, especially for those with medical conditions. If you have a chronic medical condition like cancer or kidney disease, you might want to seek 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). These credentials indicate advanced education and a commitment to ongoing learning within a specific area. Additionally, consider the availability of professionals in your area and their openness to telehealth sessions. While the field of dietetics is growing, there may not always be a wide selection of professionals, especially in rural areas. In such cases, focusing on the experience and expertise of the nutrition professional can be more important than their specific credentials.
Do I need a referral to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?
A referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice. However, for a nutrition service to be covered by insurance, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary. 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. If insurance coverage is critical to a client's ability to see a dietitian, they should contact their insurance provider to determine if a referral is needed for nutritional counseling and to understand any potential co-pays or coverage limits that may apply in their individual circumstance.
How much does it cost to see a dietitian or a nutritionist?
The cost of seeing a dietitian or nutritionist depends on a number of variables, including their location, their specialty, whether they take insurance, and the professional's experience and training. On average, the cost of out-of-pocket sessions with a dietitian or nutritionist within the United States ranges from $50-$150. In some cases, nutrition professionals will require a longer initial evaluation session that will cost more than ongoing follow-up sessions. Dietitians and nutritionists may also offer packages for clients interested in longer-term nutritional support; in such cases, they may charge monthly or other periodic fees for more comprehensive services, such as a combination of nutrition sessions and out-of-session coaching support. If nutrition services are covered by a client's insurance plan and they are eligible for coverage based on any referral requirements, the out-of-pocket cost of seeing a dietitian may be completely covered or significantly reduced.
Are consultations with a dietitian or nutritionist covered by insurance?
If your insurance covers nutrition services, the cost is usually lower than paying out-of-pocket. 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.
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. However, these spots are often limited and may not always be available.
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. However, these spots are often limited and may not always be available.