Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians in Burlington, NC
I’m a Registered Dietitian and weight loss coach specializing in intensive, personalized weight loss support for adults who have struggled with traditional diets — especially those dealing with insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, menopause/perimenopause, and hormonal or metabolic challenges.
My coaching goes far beyond a meal plan.
I help clients:
• break long-standing patterns with food
• improve blood sugar and metabolic health
• protect muscle and energy during weight loss
• build habits that actually last
My approach is realistic, supportive, and grounded in evidence — not restriction.
I’m a Registered Dietitian and weight loss coach specializing in intensive, personalized weight loss support for adults who have struggled with traditional diets — especially those dealing with insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, menopause/perimenopause, and hormonal or metabolic challenges.
My coaching goes far beyond a meal plan.
I help clients:
• break long-standing patterns with food
• improve blood sugar and metabolic health
• protect muscle and energy during weight loss
• build habits that actually last
My approach is realistic, supportive, and grounded in evidence — not restriction.
I practice from a non-diet, weight-inclusive lens that is grounded in empathy and understanding.
Welcome! I’m Amanda (she/her), one of the registered dietitians at Redefined Nutrition. I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD/Autism navigate the challenges they face with eating and nourishing their bodies, as it can often feel like one more thing to juggle. Distractions, sensory sensitivities, and inconsistent eating habits make things like meal planning and staying on track feel like a constant struggle. As a neurodivergent dietitian, I understand these challenges firsthand. Managing nutrition isn’t just about food—it’s about understanding how your unique brain works and finding ways to make eating less overwhelming.
I practice from a non-diet, weight-inclusive lens that is grounded in empathy and understanding.
Welcome! I’m Amanda (she/her), one of the registered dietitians at Redefined Nutrition. I specialize in helping individuals with ADHD/Autism navigate the challenges they face with eating and nourishing their bodies, as it can often feel like one more thing to juggle. Distractions, sensory sensitivities, and inconsistent eating habits make things like meal planning and staying on track feel like a constant struggle. As a neurodivergent dietitian, I understand these challenges firsthand. Managing nutrition isn’t just about food—it’s about understanding how your unique brain works and finding ways to make eating less overwhelming.
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I am a plant-forward dietitian who loves to make healthy eating simple and satisfying. My counseling style is supportive, practical, and judgment-free. I know it can be difficult to make healthy choices while surrounded by convenience foods that are quick, affordable, and tasty - especially when healthy foods are associate higher costs, longer meal prep times, and a lack of flavor. That's why I take the time to truly listen and help you understand nutrition in a way that fits your life, culture, and health goals. My approach focuses on realistic changes, not perfection, so you can build habits that last.
I am a plant-forward dietitian who loves to make healthy eating simple and satisfying. My counseling style is supportive, practical, and judgment-free. I know it can be difficult to make healthy choices while surrounded by convenience foods that are quick, affordable, and tasty - especially when healthy foods are associate higher costs, longer meal prep times, and a lack of flavor. That's why I take the time to truly listen and help you understand nutrition in a way that fits your life, culture, and health goals. My approach focuses on realistic changes, not perfection, so you can build habits that last.
I’m a registered dietitian with a private practice that supports individuals struggling with eating disorders, chronic dieting, and body image issues - for the folks I work with, food feels hard. I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space for all individuals to share and process their experiences - my style is warm, accessible, and not without humor. I regularly integrate nutrition science with body-based (somatic) practices and therapeutic coaching to help my clients learn to nourish themselves from the bottom up, with confidence.
I’m a registered dietitian with a private practice that supports individuals struggling with eating disorders, chronic dieting, and body image issues - for the folks I work with, food feels hard. I strive to create a safe, judgment-free space for all individuals to share and process their experiences - my style is warm, accessible, and not without humor. I regularly integrate nutrition science with body-based (somatic) practices and therapeutic coaching to help my clients learn to nourish themselves from the bottom up, with confidence.
As an integrative and functional dietitian nutritionist, I partner with you to determine specific nutrition solutions and support for ailments such as gastrointestinal disorders like IBS, chronic migraines, cancer, diabetes, obesity, autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, cardiovascular challenges, ADD, PCOS and of course, food allergies, intolerances, and hypersensitivities.
As an integrative and functional dietitian nutritionist, I partner with you to determine specific nutrition solutions and support for ailments such as gastrointestinal disorders like IBS, chronic migraines, cancer, diabetes, obesity, autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, cardiovascular challenges, ADD, PCOS and of course, food allergies, intolerances, and hypersensitivities.
We provide support around Eating Disorders, Eating Concerns, Embodiment, Nutrition for Substance Use Recovery, Nutrition for Mental Health, Nutrition for Competitive & Recreational Athletes, Chronic Health Concerns, and Gestational, Hormonal & Reproductive health. Nutritious Thoughts is a team of compassion-centered dietitians located in North Carolina and virtually across the nation! We practice under the philosophy that humans of all body sizes, shapes, & abilities are worthy of care. We strive to create an authentic human experience through connection & creating positive relationships with food.
We provide support around Eating Disorders, Eating Concerns, Embodiment, Nutrition for Substance Use Recovery, Nutrition for Mental Health, Nutrition for Competitive & Recreational Athletes, Chronic Health Concerns, and Gestational, Hormonal & Reproductive health. Nutritious Thoughts is a team of compassion-centered dietitians located in North Carolina and virtually across the nation! We practice under the philosophy that humans of all body sizes, shapes, & abilities are worthy of care. We strive to create an authentic human experience through connection & creating positive relationships with food.
As a functional and integrated Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, I help busy people who are struggling with low energy, stubborn weight, bloating and other GI issues, food sensitivities and metabolic and hormone imbalances feel energized throughout the day, lose weight without dieting and, ultimately, live fully doing the things they love.
As a functional and integrated Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, I help busy people who are struggling with low energy, stubborn weight, bloating and other GI issues, food sensitivities and metabolic and hormone imbalances feel energized throughout the day, lose weight without dieting and, ultimately, live fully doing the things they love.
You are valued and of worth, you matter and your wellbeing is important. Anchored Nutrition Therapy approaches health through a HAES (Health at Every Size) lens promoting weight inclusivity, health promoting behaviors, a flexible eating approach based on intuitive eating, meeting your nutritional needs, learning to be in tune with your body and enjoy your food. Helping you find joy in movement. All are welcome.
You are valued and of worth, you matter and your wellbeing is important. Anchored Nutrition Therapy approaches health through a HAES (Health at Every Size) lens promoting weight inclusivity, health promoting behaviors, a flexible eating approach based on intuitive eating, meeting your nutritional needs, learning to be in tune with your body and enjoy your food. Helping you find joy in movement. All are welcome.
You’re here because you’re ready for a change, but with all the conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling with low energy, inconsistent eating habits, or balancing your health goals with a busy life. I’m here to help you cut through the noise and create a personalized plan that works for you. Together, we’ll build sustainable habits that fit your lifestyle, whether it’s feeling more energized, improving performance, or simply finding joy in food again. You deserve to feel confident, supported, and in control of your health—and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
You’re here because you’re ready for a change, but with all the conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling with low energy, inconsistent eating habits, or balancing your health goals with a busy life. I’m here to help you cut through the noise and create a personalized plan that works for you. Together, we’ll build sustainable habits that fit your lifestyle, whether it’s feeling more energized, improving performance, or simply finding joy in food again. You deserve to feel confident, supported, and in control of your health—and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Are you ready to take control of your health? We’ll show you how to: Set relevant, achievable goals to improve your health. Make sustainable progress and hold yourself accountable. Develop practical strategies to help you feel better. We’re not another diet program. And we’re not another app. We’re doctors. We’re nutritionists. We’re experts. And we’re standing by, ready to help.
Are you ready to take control of your health? We’ll show you how to: Set relevant, achievable goals to improve your health. Make sustainable progress and hold yourself accountable. Develop practical strategies to help you feel better. We’re not another diet program. And we’re not another app. We’re doctors. We’re nutritionists. We’re experts. And we’re standing by, ready to help.
At MSC Nutrition we practice mindful, sustainable, client based nutrition. We encourage a healthy attitude about food and eating mindfully and have years of experience in a multitude of areas. We provide face to face ( Durham, NC) and virtual services (all of North Carolina and West Virginia) to fit your schedule and we accept insurance to help eliminate/ decrease costs. Please contact us if this is an approach that matches you.
At MSC Nutrition we practice mindful, sustainable, client based nutrition. We encourage a healthy attitude about food and eating mindfully and have years of experience in a multitude of areas. We provide face to face ( Durham, NC) and virtual services (all of North Carolina and West Virginia) to fit your schedule and we accept insurance to help eliminate/ decrease costs. Please contact us if this is an approach that matches you.
We know change is not easy. We know finding food freedom can sound scary (maybe even impossible). It is our mission to guide you through uncharted territory and give you the knowledge and support you need to make real and lasting changes. Our approach to health and nutrition is weight-inclusive, and will always focus on finding peace and balance with food and exercise. We are continuously educating ourselves to provide a safe and welcoming space for all individuals. We work to analyze eating habits together and make changes based on where you are.
We know change is not easy. We know finding food freedom can sound scary (maybe even impossible). It is our mission to guide you through uncharted territory and give you the knowledge and support you need to make real and lasting changes. Our approach to health and nutrition is weight-inclusive, and will always focus on finding peace and balance with food and exercise. We are continuously educating ourselves to provide a safe and welcoming space for all individuals. We work to analyze eating habits together and make changes based on where you are.
I use a non-diet, supportive approach combined with evidence-based medical nutrition therapy.
If you struggle with a complicated relationship with food—whether through restriction, bingeing, or constant stress about eating—you may feel frustrated and overwhelmed. For more than 20 years, I’ve walked alongside people just like you who want freedom from food rules, guilt, and shame. What you really want is peace: to feel confident eating without second-guessing, to trust your body, and to focus on living your life rather than battling your plate. Your goal may be better health, but also to rebuild confidence, self-compassion, and balance in a way that lasts.
I use a non-diet, supportive approach combined with evidence-based medical nutrition therapy.
If you struggle with a complicated relationship with food—whether through restriction, bingeing, or constant stress about eating—you may feel frustrated and overwhelmed. For more than 20 years, I’ve walked alongside people just like you who want freedom from food rules, guilt, and shame. What you really want is peace: to feel confident eating without second-guessing, to trust your body, and to focus on living your life rather than battling your plate. Your goal may be better health, but also to rebuild confidence, self-compassion, and balance in a way that lasts.
At Renew, we are here to hear you and to help you in any way that we can. That includes helping those that may be seeking accountability with their health struggles (ex: digestive issues, auto-immune disease, chronic fatigue or even sub-optimal labs, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, & elevated cholesterol). Or perhaps you are someone that is exhausted from the ups and downs of yo-yo dieting and is looking for a more sustainable way to feel good in your body. Our approach involves listening intently and providing you the tools and education to confidently begin your path to wellness. Let's restart, repair and renew together!
At Renew, we are here to hear you and to help you in any way that we can. That includes helping those that may be seeking accountability with their health struggles (ex: digestive issues, auto-immune disease, chronic fatigue or even sub-optimal labs, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, & elevated cholesterol). Or perhaps you are someone that is exhausted from the ups and downs of yo-yo dieting and is looking for a more sustainable way to feel good in your body. Our approach involves listening intently and providing you the tools and education to confidently begin your path to wellness. Let's restart, repair and renew together!
We're a group of 10 expert dietitians who specialize in intuitive eating, chronic disease management, eating disorders diabetes, sports nutrition, and perinatal nutrition. We teach people of all ages to nourish their bodies and feel their best through intuitive eating. Working with a Ruby Oak dietitian will make you feel more confident in your food choices and more comfortable in your body.
We're a group of 10 expert dietitians who specialize in intuitive eating, chronic disease management, eating disorders diabetes, sports nutrition, and perinatal nutrition. We teach people of all ages to nourish their bodies and feel their best through intuitive eating. Working with a Ruby Oak dietitian will make you feel more confident in your food choices and more comfortable in your body.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking support in building an intentional relationship with their body. I specialize in disordered eating dynamics that involve binge eating, fear of body changes, struggles with body image, and anxiety around food. I am additionally passionate about working with folks who experience sensory sensitivities, low appetite and/or trauma-associated food dysregulation. I create a space that celebrates queerness and those who identify as neurodivergent. My practice is fundamentally based in harm reduction, curiosity, and an individualized care approach.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking support in building an intentional relationship with their body. I specialize in disordered eating dynamics that involve binge eating, fear of body changes, struggles with body image, and anxiety around food. I am additionally passionate about working with folks who experience sensory sensitivities, low appetite and/or trauma-associated food dysregulation. I create a space that celebrates queerness and those who identify as neurodivergent. My practice is fundamentally based in harm reduction, curiosity, and an individualized care approach.
With over 14 years of experience as a registered dietitian, I see food as a powerful tool and medicine for healing and wellness. My whole body holistic approach to nutrition emphasizes overall well-being, respecting diverse dietary preferences, and encouraging the inclusion of more plant-based foods, whether they become a primary focus or simply complement a balanced diet. I’m here to help you learn how to incorporate these foods, as well as the ones you enjoy, to support your health goals.
With over 14 years of experience as a registered dietitian, I see food as a powerful tool and medicine for healing and wellness. My whole body holistic approach to nutrition emphasizes overall well-being, respecting diverse dietary preferences, and encouraging the inclusion of more plant-based foods, whether they become a primary focus or simply complement a balanced diet. I’m here to help you learn how to incorporate these foods, as well as the ones you enjoy, to support your health goals.
I take a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach, and I implement psychology-based mindset practices rooted in intuitive eating principles and nutrition science.
I am extremely passionate about helping those who struggle with disordered eating, active eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, and I also have a soft spot for athletes as I was a captain on my Division I softball team. I understand that navigating wellness in a world that praises toxic diet culture, overcomplicates everything, and spreads an overwhelming amount of misinformation is TOUGH to do solo. I love nothing more than demonstrating to my clients that there is a way to live life BEYOND obsessing over food.
I take a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach, and I implement psychology-based mindset practices rooted in intuitive eating principles and nutrition science.
I am extremely passionate about helping those who struggle with disordered eating, active eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, and I also have a soft spot for athletes as I was a captain on my Division I softball team. I understand that navigating wellness in a world that praises toxic diet culture, overcomplicates everything, and spreads an overwhelming amount of misinformation is TOUGH to do solo. I love nothing more than demonstrating to my clients that there is a way to live life BEYOND obsessing over food.
If you are struggling to develop a peaceful relationship with food, know that you are not alone. Confusing messages telling us how to eat, what to eat, and when to eat can make us wonder why eating has gotten so complicated. The short answer: it doesn't have to be. Whether you have been diagnosed with an eating disorder, suffer from disordered eating, or just want to know how to nourish your body without going on another diet, I can help.
If you are struggling to develop a peaceful relationship with food, know that you are not alone. Confusing messages telling us how to eat, what to eat, and when to eat can make us wonder why eating has gotten so complicated. The short answer: it doesn't have to be. Whether you have been diagnosed with an eating disorder, suffer from disordered eating, or just want to know how to nourish your body without going on another diet, I can help.
I describe myself as a HAES, non-diet, Registered Dietitian who specializes in sports nutrition and care for disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image concerns.
In my prior professional experiences I most recently held Directorial roles in Division 1 Athletics, and love to support all diverse athletes/teams. I also have worked in residential, PHP & IOP levels of care for eating disorder treatment. I am trained in Family Based Treatment (FBT), & received training in ACT and ERP, to use within my scope of practice.
I describe myself as a HAES, non-diet, Registered Dietitian who specializes in sports nutrition and care for disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image concerns.
In my prior professional experiences I most recently held Directorial roles in Division 1 Athletics, and love to support all diverse athletes/teams. I also have worked in residential, PHP & IOP levels of care for eating disorder treatment. I am trained in Family Based Treatment (FBT), & received training in ACT and ERP, to use within my scope of practice.
Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is the non-diet approach to nutrition?
A non-diet approach to nutrition is a holistic strategy that prioritizes overall health and well-being over strict diets or weight loss plans. Dietitians who practice this approach emphasize intuitive eating, encouraging clients to listen to their internal hunger and fullness cues rather than following rigid dietary rules. This method promotes a healthier relationship with food and fosters self-acceptance, especially for individuals with a history of dieting or disordered eating patterns.
Why should I see a dietitian who takes a non-diet approach?
As more evidence highlights the ineffectiveness and potential harm of many diets, the non-diet approach is gaining popularity and recognition as a sustainable and compassionate nutritional strategy. Non-diet dietitians help clients shift their focus from weight to overall health, supporting behaviors that enhance physical and emotional well-being. Therefore, a non-diet approach to nutrition may be a welcome change for many individuals who are looking to branch out from the heavy emphasis on diets and weights that many professionals in the medical and wellness communities may have. Additionally, because non-diet dietitians take a more holistic approach, they will also often work with clients on their relationship to other lifestyle habits that impact wellbeing, such as encouraging a healthy relationship with exercise.
What can a non-diet approach help with?
A non-diet approach can be highly beneficial for individuals with a history of eating disorders or disordered eating patterns, as well as those who have experienced repeated dieting with little success. This approach helps clients move away from rigid food rules and promotes a healthier relationship with food. By focusing on intuitive eating, clients learn to trust their internal hunger and fullness cues, rather than adhering to external dietary guidelines. This approach can help clients develop an intuitive sense of their nutritional needs, improve body acceptance, and reduce the psychological stress or shame commonly associated with dieting.
What should I look for in a non-diet dietitian?
When searching for a non-diet dietitian, it's important to consider several factors to ensure they are the right fit for you. Start by reviewing the dietitian's profile on Psychology Today or their personal website. Look for mentions of intuitive eating, body acceptance, or Health At Every Size (HAES) principles, which are indicative of a non-diet approach. Non-diet dietitians often outline their nutrition philosophy in these profiles. In addition to their approach, consider practical factors such as session costs, accepted insurance plans, and the availability of in-person or telehealth options. When you find a professional who seems like a good fit, reach out to speak with them. During the conversation, pay attention to whether you feel comfortable with them and how they explain their non-diet approach. If you are seeking a dietitian for a specific concern, such as disordered eating or chronic dieting, this can also be a good time to ask about their experience in these areas.