Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Lewis And Clark County, MT
Hi, I’m Kandon, a Montana-based registered dietitian and the founder of Wild & Rooted Nutrition Co.
I help people build more peaceful, trusting relationships with food, movement and their bodies—whether they're navigating chronic conditions like diabetes, PCOS, or Hashimoto’s to gastrointestinal health, eating disorders, or healing from disordered eating and the stress of diet culture.
Hi, I’m Kandon, a Montana-based registered dietitian and the founder of Wild & Rooted Nutrition Co.
I help people build more peaceful, trusting relationships with food, movement and their bodies—whether they're navigating chronic conditions like diabetes, PCOS, or Hashimoto’s to gastrointestinal health, eating disorders, or healing from disordered eating and the stress of diet culture.
My passion is to help individuals heal their relationship with food and their body. I focus on nutritional healing for anyone struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating and negative body image. As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Intuitive Eating Counselor I am able to adjust the Intuitive Eating approach for any stage of healing that you may be experiencing related to food. I work from a weight inclusive/Health At Every Size perspective as I believe everyone deserves respectful, inclusive care no matter your body size.
My passion is to help individuals heal their relationship with food and their body. I focus on nutritional healing for anyone struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating and negative body image. As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Intuitive Eating Counselor I am able to adjust the Intuitive Eating approach for any stage of healing that you may be experiencing related to food. I work from a weight inclusive/Health At Every Size perspective as I believe everyone deserves respectful, inclusive care no matter your body size.
My goal is to support individuals in achieving balance while enjoying the foods they love. My approach focuses on incorporating nourishing foods and practicing mindfulness, rather than restriction, so you can maintain a healthy lifestyle even amidst a busy schedule. I am dedicated to helping you improve your relationship with food and body image and develop sustainable habits. I specialize in treating Eating Disorders including Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, as well as addressing concerns related to women's health, GI Issues, Cholesterol, and more listed below.
My goal is to support individuals in achieving balance while enjoying the foods they love. My approach focuses on incorporating nourishing foods and practicing mindfulness, rather than restriction, so you can maintain a healthy lifestyle even amidst a busy schedule. I am dedicated to helping you improve your relationship with food and body image and develop sustainable habits. I specialize in treating Eating Disorders including Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, as well as addressing concerns related to women's health, GI Issues, Cholesterol, and more listed below.
If you feel exhausted by constant food worries or noise, stuck in patterns that leave you drained, or feel like your body is always something to fix, you're not alone. Many of my clients are tired of dieting, feel they’ve failed at eating the “right” way, or are experiencing disordered eating while also managing ADHD or autism. I offer nutrition support that is grounded, compassionate, and personalized. Providing nutrition education and guidance that helps you feel better both physically and emotionally without judgement or pressure.
If you feel exhausted by constant food worries or noise, stuck in patterns that leave you drained, or feel like your body is always something to fix, you're not alone. Many of my clients are tired of dieting, feel they’ve failed at eating the “right” way, or are experiencing disordered eating while also managing ADHD or autism. I offer nutrition support that is grounded, compassionate, and personalized. Providing nutrition education and guidance that helps you feel better both physically and emotionally without judgement or pressure.
Struggling with food and your body can feel exhausting. I work with individuals navigating disordered eating, rigid rules, or body dissatisfaction who want support rebuilding trust with their body, eating more consistently, and exploring their emotions around food. Together, we can work toward more peace with eating, greater body respect, and the freedom to live fully.
Struggling with food and your body can feel exhausting. I work with individuals navigating disordered eating, rigid rules, or body dissatisfaction who want support rebuilding trust with their body, eating more consistently, and exploring their emotions around food. Together, we can work toward more peace with eating, greater body respect, and the freedom to live fully.
Hello! I'm the Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and owner of Nutrition-Focused Health. I love being a dietitian and helping others understand their eating behaviors and how to change them to improve health. Everyone should have access to a dietitian, whether you have a health condition or simply want to eat healthier. Regardless, I'm here to help you in that process ensuring you can still enjoy the foods you love without a diet. For more information, please visit www.nutritionfocusedhealth.com .
Hello! I'm the Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and owner of Nutrition-Focused Health. I love being a dietitian and helping others understand their eating behaviors and how to change them to improve health. Everyone should have access to a dietitian, whether you have a health condition or simply want to eat healthier. Regardless, I'm here to help you in that process ensuring you can still enjoy the foods you love without a diet. For more information, please visit www.nutritionfocusedhealth.com .
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
WHYY does unsolicited nutrition advice seem to pop up everywhere!? If you’re feeling confused about how to truly nourish yourself, you’re not alone. My mission is to create a supportive space where you can reconnect with your body, navigate difficult emotions, and build a sense of self-worth that isn’t tied to food, weight, or athletic performance. Through nutrition counseling, we’ll work together to cut through the noise and address challenges such as disordered eating, emotional eating, fueling for sport, and negative body image so you can find peace with food and confidence in how you care for yourself.
WHYY does unsolicited nutrition advice seem to pop up everywhere!? If you’re feeling confused about how to truly nourish yourself, you’re not alone. My mission is to create a supportive space where you can reconnect with your body, navigate difficult emotions, and build a sense of self-worth that isn’t tied to food, weight, or athletic performance. Through nutrition counseling, we’ll work together to cut through the noise and address challenges such as disordered eating, emotional eating, fueling for sport, and negative body image so you can find peace with food and confidence in how you care for yourself.
I offer individualized, weight-inclusive care that blends evidence-based nutrition therapy with empathy and respect.
If you’re feeling stuck in a cycle of disordered eating or dealing with frustrating GI symptoms that are interfering with your life, you’re not alone. Maybe you're trying to make peace with food, manage a chronic condition, or sort through all the confusing nutrition advice out there. What you really want is to feel better in your body, get lasting relief, and feel confident in the way you nourish yourself. Whether you're navigating an eating disorder or facing digestive challenges, you deserve support that’s compassionate, tailored to you, and focused on what matters most to you.
I offer individualized, weight-inclusive care that blends evidence-based nutrition therapy with empathy and respect.
If you’re feeling stuck in a cycle of disordered eating or dealing with frustrating GI symptoms that are interfering with your life, you’re not alone. Maybe you're trying to make peace with food, manage a chronic condition, or sort through all the confusing nutrition advice out there. What you really want is to feel better in your body, get lasting relief, and feel confident in the way you nourish yourself. Whether you're navigating an eating disorder or facing digestive challenges, you deserve support that’s compassionate, tailored to you, and focused on what matters most to you.
I work with families to address a variety of nutrition concerns including picky eating, feeding issues, weight management, G-tubes, etc. and I will support you with strategies that encourage a positive feeding relationship between you and your child. I also specialize in ketogenic diets and love supporting a variety of clients on their ketogenic diet journey by creating an individualized approach to help them meet their goals.
I work with families to address a variety of nutrition concerns including picky eating, feeding issues, weight management, G-tubes, etc. and I will support you with strategies that encourage a positive feeding relationship between you and your child. I also specialize in ketogenic diets and love supporting a variety of clients on their ketogenic diet journey by creating an individualized approach to help them meet their goals.
Knowing what to do after a diabetes diagnosis, high A1C, high cholesterol levels, or a chronic cardiovascular condition can feel overwhelming, especially if you're experiencing long wait times to see a dietitian. Whether you're living with prediabetes, Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or have a family history of these conditions, finding guidance you can trust can be challenging. You deserve clear, realistic, and the latest evidence-based information, rather than being told that weight loss is the only solution.
Knowing what to do after a diabetes diagnosis, high A1C, high cholesterol levels, or a chronic cardiovascular condition can feel overwhelming, especially if you're experiencing long wait times to see a dietitian. Whether you're living with prediabetes, Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or have a family history of these conditions, finding guidance you can trust can be challenging. You deserve clear, realistic, and the latest evidence-based information, rather than being told that weight loss is the only solution.
Many of the people I work with are athletes looking to improve performance, adults adjusting to changing nutrition needs with age, and men quietly struggling with disordered eating who want a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore and heal. My approach offers clear, practical guidance that helps you reach your goals and build a healthier, more balanced relationship with food.
As the culinary program lead, I am also developing a cooking program that will launch in January 2026 to teach practical skills that make nutrition feel approachable and doable in your own kitchen.
Many of the people I work with are athletes looking to improve performance, adults adjusting to changing nutrition needs with age, and men quietly struggling with disordered eating who want a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore and heal. My approach offers clear, practical guidance that helps you reach your goals and build a healthier, more balanced relationship with food.
As the culinary program lead, I am also developing a cooking program that will launch in January 2026 to teach practical skills that make nutrition feel approachable and doable in your own kitchen.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is medical nutrition therapy?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the use of personalized dietary changes to prevent or manage chronic conditions. Typically conducted in an outpatient setting by a Registered Dietitian (RD), MNT aims to address specific health issues through tailored nutrition plans. Clients are often referred for MNT by healthcare professionals who identify conditions that could benefit from dietary and lifestyle modifications, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. The goal of MNT is to improve overall health outcomes by making adjustments to the client's diet based on their individual needs and medical conditions.
What conditions is medical nutrition therapy for?
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) is often used for individuals with diseases caused or worsened by poor diet, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases. However, other conditions can also benefit from nutrition therapy. MNT is typically not intended to replace other treatments, such as medication, but rather to complement them. By improving a person's overall diet and health, MNT aims to prevent the exacerbation of symptoms and complement other treatments.
Is medical nutrition therapy covered by insurance?
Medical nutrition therapy is frequently covered by insurance. 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. While a referral is not required to see a dietitian or nutritionist, and many individuals independently seek nutritional support without prior medical advice, a referral from a primary care physician or another medical professional may be necessary to obtain coverage for medical nutrition services. 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. 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.
What does medical nutrition therapy involve?
The approach a dietitian will take in a medical nutrition therapy session will depend on a number of factors, including what conditions the client has and what the goals of the client are. An initial session often involves an assessment of the client's overall health and current dietary intake; a dietitian may also speak with a client's medical doctor prior to or following a first session to obtain information on the medical condition(s) the client is seeking nutrition therapy counseling for. The dietitian will then work with the client to create goals of medical nutrition therapy sessions, such as weight loss, eating a more plant-based diet, or reducing sodium intake. Then, in ongoing sessions, the dietitian will work with the client to meet their stated goals. These ongoing sessions often include menu planning and coaching, which involve the dietitian working with the client to develop strategies for a healthier and more balanced diet. Dietitians may suggest recipes, put together grocery shopping lists, and/or recommend tracking one's intake in order to help clients make desired changes.