Eating Disorders Nutritionists and Dietitians in Mercer County, NJ
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with disordered eating behaviors and eating disorders.
Jill gained experience working with eating disorders as an outpatient nutriton therapist at the Renfrew Center. She earned the Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian (CEDRD) designation and Approved Supervisor from the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDP). She facilitates Lunch Time Support Groups on Saturdays.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with disordered eating behaviors and eating disorders.
Jill gained experience working with eating disorders as an outpatient nutriton therapist at the Renfrew Center. She earned the Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian (CEDRD) designation and Approved Supervisor from the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDP). She facilitates Lunch Time Support Groups on Saturdays.
Kristen gained her experience with working with clients who have eating disorders while at the Medical Center at Princeton with the inpatient and partial programs, treating children, adolescents, and adults.
Kristen works hard to create a safe therapeutic relationship that offers the space to make and achieve goals that are tangible and manageable to work towards recovery. Treatment for each person will be individualized and include menu planning, mindfulness, and normalizing eating patterns.
Kristen gained her experience with working with clients who have eating disorders while at the Medical Center at Princeton with the inpatient and partial programs, treating children, adolescents, and adults.
Kristen works hard to create a safe therapeutic relationship that offers the space to make and achieve goals that are tangible and manageable to work towards recovery. Treatment for each person will be individualized and include menu planning, mindfulness, and normalizing eating patterns.
Lexi Moriarty (Sports + Eating Disorder Dietitian)
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CSSD, RYT
Online Only
I specialize in sports nutrition, relative energy deficiency in sport (REDs), disordered eating, and eating disorders in athletes.
Lexi is currently not accepting any new clients. Lexi is a Certified Sports Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition, eating disorder recovery, and intuitive eating for athletes. Do you struggle with confusion about what to eat for your goals, sport, or training? Do you overthink food decisions, feel guilt around certain choices, and not know how to blend healthy eating with an active social life? Are your low energy levels or tendency to overthink everything you eat getting in the way of your life, happiness, and sports performance? Food and nutrition do not need to be this complicated.
I specialize in sports nutrition, relative energy deficiency in sport (REDs), disordered eating, and eating disorders in athletes.
Lexi is currently not accepting any new clients. Lexi is a Certified Sports Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition, eating disorder recovery, and intuitive eating for athletes. Do you struggle with confusion about what to eat for your goals, sport, or training? Do you overthink food decisions, feel guilt around certain choices, and not know how to blend healthy eating with an active social life? Are your low energy levels or tendency to overthink everything you eat getting in the way of your life, happiness, and sports performance? Food and nutrition do not need to be this complicated.
I assist individuals with disordered eating to the full spectrum of eating disorders.
In addition to my skills, I strongly believe in ongoing communication with your current health professionals (with written consent). I want to be certain to meet your medical needs and expectations through collaboration with your primary health providers. I also maintain to strict confidentiality quidelines within families unless otherwise specified.
I assist individuals with disordered eating to the full spectrum of eating disorders.
In addition to my skills, I strongly believe in ongoing communication with your current health professionals (with written consent). I want to be certain to meet your medical needs and expectations through collaboration with your primary health providers. I also maintain to strict confidentiality quidelines within families unless otherwise specified.
"Eat Smart, Live Well" is my motto - a really practical and fun way to help you achieve great health! I believe in holistic approach to nutrition - wholesome, natural, minimally processed foods. Not fad diets, diet pills, or quick weight-loss gimmicks. A well-balanced, nutritious diet doesn't have to be a punishment. You can eat smart AND enjoy it too. I would love to show you how! With 20+ years of experience in nutrition counseling for management of weight, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and other medical conditions, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
"Eat Smart, Live Well" is my motto - a really practical and fun way to help you achieve great health! I believe in holistic approach to nutrition - wholesome, natural, minimally processed foods. Not fad diets, diet pills, or quick weight-loss gimmicks. A well-balanced, nutritious diet doesn't have to be a punishment. You can eat smart AND enjoy it too. I would love to show you how! With 20+ years of experience in nutrition counseling for management of weight, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and other medical conditions, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
I specialize in eating disorders and guiding people toward intuitive eating while ditching diets for good.
Our work will address the emotional and psychological aspects of food, body image, and joyful movement. I’m here to support you in embracing your body, needs, and life, creating a sustainable, kind approach to health.
I specialize in eating disorders and guiding people toward intuitive eating while ditching diets for good.
Our work will address the emotional and psychological aspects of food, body image, and joyful movement. I’m here to support you in embracing your body, needs, and life, creating a sustainable, kind approach to health.
LBS Nutrition LLC Dietitians specialize in many different areas of health & wellness including: weight management, eating disorder counseling, we have extensive experience with pre op bariatric surgery visits/clearances & post surgery follow up care, diabetes management, thyroid conditions, treatment for eating disorders, food sensitivity testing, and more.
Food/nutrition plays such a big role in our lives. By fully understanding each clients' specific needs, the LBS Nutrition Registered Dietitian's educate, create, and implement appropriate plans that will suit each individual's lifestyle. It is not a "one size fits all" approach. We work very closely with clients through one on one meetings, continuous online communication, offer weigh ins, support groups, cooking events, and more. We offer both in person and virtual visits. Most insurances accepted.
LBS Nutrition LLC Dietitians specialize in many different areas of health & wellness including: weight management, eating disorder counseling, we have extensive experience with pre op bariatric surgery visits/clearances & post surgery follow up care, diabetes management, thyroid conditions, treatment for eating disorders, food sensitivity testing, and more.
Food/nutrition plays such a big role in our lives. By fully understanding each clients' specific needs, the LBS Nutrition Registered Dietitian's educate, create, and implement appropriate plans that will suit each individual's lifestyle. It is not a "one size fits all" approach. We work very closely with clients through one on one meetings, continuous online communication, offer weigh ins, support groups, cooking events, and more. We offer both in person and virtual visits. Most insurances accepted.
Kate Gaffney-Pugliese
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
Not accepting new clients
I have attended trainings on topics such as eating disorders, neurodiversity-affirming care, and social justice.
Has food felt wonky lately? Maybe you're living with a medical condition and you have questions. Or, you're having trouble navigating all of the different messages about food. Perhaps life has felt particularly stressful, and food isn't top of mind. You're thinking about changing your eating. You also want it to feel sustainable and true to you.
I have attended trainings on topics such as eating disorders, neurodiversity-affirming care, and social justice.
Has food felt wonky lately? Maybe you're living with a medical condition and you have questions. Or, you're having trouble navigating all of the different messages about food. Perhaps life has felt particularly stressful, and food isn't top of mind. You're thinking about changing your eating. You also want it to feel sustainable and true to you.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Maddie is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping people achieve their goals while feeling inspired and empowered. She is committed to enhancing individuals' quality of life and guiding them toward becoming the best, healthiest version of themselves through diet and lifestyle changes.
Maddie is a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping people achieve their goals while feeling inspired and empowered. She is committed to enhancing individuals' quality of life and guiding them toward becoming the best, healthiest version of themselves through diet and lifestyle changes.
I have experience with all eating disorders, including Anorexia, Binge Eating Disorder, Bulimia, ARFID and OSFED.
If you are struggling with your relationship with food, movement or your body, we might be a good fit to work together! I am a registered dietitian based in New York City who specializes in disordered eating and eating disorder treatment as well as other nutrition-related issues, like diabetes and GI nutrition. If you often feel pre-occupied with food or your body, struggle with feeling chaotic or in control around food, or if it feels hard to feel confident in your food choices, we can do this work together! I am here to support you in finding peace with food and your body. My goal is to help you do sustainable work with support!
I have experience with all eating disorders, including Anorexia, Binge Eating Disorder, Bulimia, ARFID and OSFED.
If you are struggling with your relationship with food, movement or your body, we might be a good fit to work together! I am a registered dietitian based in New York City who specializes in disordered eating and eating disorder treatment as well as other nutrition-related issues, like diabetes and GI nutrition. If you often feel pre-occupied with food or your body, struggle with feeling chaotic or in control around food, or if it feels hard to feel confident in your food choices, we can do this work together! I am here to support you in finding peace with food and your body. My goal is to help you do sustainable work with support!
I am passionate about helping clients struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and/or negative body image.
I have spent the past decade working across various levels of care in the field of eating disorders, gaining experience working with families, adolescents and adults, and conducting group and individual nutrition therapy. I have also provided group and individual meal support.
I am passionate about helping clients struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and/or negative body image.
I have spent the past decade working across various levels of care in the field of eating disorders, gaining experience working with families, adolescents and adults, and conducting group and individual nutrition therapy. I have also provided group and individual meal support.
I specialize in nutrition therapy & counseling for: intuitive eating, eating disorders/disordered eating (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID and OSFED), child nutrition concerns, picky eating, child growth concerns.
I'm a dietitian, but I don't believe in dieting. Instead of focusing on weight loss, I help people develop a healthy relationship with food, enjoy all foods without guilt, and trust, appreciate, and respect their body. All bodies deserve dignity and respect. I help people reach their health goals, without focusing on the number on the scale.
I specialize in nutrition therapy & counseling for: intuitive eating, eating disorders/disordered eating (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID and OSFED), child nutrition concerns, picky eating, child growth concerns.
I'm a dietitian, but I don't believe in dieting. Instead of focusing on weight loss, I help people develop a healthy relationship with food, enjoy all foods without guilt, and trust, appreciate, and respect their body. All bodies deserve dignity and respect. I help people reach their health goals, without focusing on the number on the scale.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck or overwhelmed with food,whether they were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, or dealing with disordered eating. I also love helping clients who are just trying to build healthier habits and want to feel more at ease with food and in their body. Together, we work step-by-step to untangle stress, simplify eating, and build sustainable changes that support both physical and emotional health.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck or overwhelmed with food,whether they were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, or dealing with disordered eating. I also love helping clients who are just trying to build healthier habits and want to feel more at ease with food and in their body. Together, we work step-by-step to untangle stress, simplify eating, and build sustainable changes that support both physical and emotional health.
Eating disorders are on the rise, as are the number of people that struggling with disordered eating that may not meet the criteria for a full-blown eating disorder.
I have 25 years of experience as a dietitian nutritionist working with eating disorders ( all types). I bring clients HOPE that they can end their dieting, depriving and/or restricting cycle and finally understand what their body needs, wants and deserves!
Eating disorders are on the rise, as are the number of people that struggling with disordered eating that may not meet the criteria for a full-blown eating disorder.
I have 25 years of experience as a dietitian nutritionist working with eating disorders ( all types). I bring clients HOPE that they can end their dieting, depriving and/or restricting cycle and finally understand what their body needs, wants and deserves!
As a dietitian with a functional/holistic background, I help my clients reach their goals by utilizing a whole food nutrition focus. I specialize in gut health conditions, weight management, diabetes, and optimizing your health. Let's work together to reach your health and wellness goals!
As a dietitian with a functional/holistic background, I help my clients reach their goals by utilizing a whole food nutrition focus. I specialize in gut health conditions, weight management, diabetes, and optimizing your health. Let's work together to reach your health and wellness goals!
Through a non-diet, intuitive eating approach, we hope to reconnect you to the joy of eating. Whether struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or needing a change from the diet culture, my goal is to help you learn how to appropriately and joyfully nourish your body. As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist & Consultant (CEDS-C) I have a passion for helping people and families heal their relationship with food, body, and movement.
Through a non-diet, intuitive eating approach, we hope to reconnect you to the joy of eating. Whether struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or needing a change from the diet culture, my goal is to help you learn how to appropriately and joyfully nourish your body. As a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist & Consultant (CEDS-C) I have a passion for helping people and families heal their relationship with food, body, and movement.
As a Registered Dietitian I am passionate about providing personalized nutritional therapy to children, adolescents and adults. A skills based approach is used to create a healthy relationship with food. I do not believe in diets! You will begin on a healthy journey that will begin with developing an understanding of the role food plays in your life. Along the way, you will acquire skills necessary to make lifetime behavioral modifications to help improve or prevent such problems as Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Cancers, Cardiovascular Disease, performance in sports/activities and self-image.
As a Registered Dietitian I am passionate about providing personalized nutritional therapy to children, adolescents and adults. A skills based approach is used to create a healthy relationship with food. I do not believe in diets! You will begin on a healthy journey that will begin with developing an understanding of the role food plays in your life. Along the way, you will acquire skills necessary to make lifetime behavioral modifications to help improve or prevent such problems as Obesity, Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Cancers, Cardiovascular Disease, performance in sports/activities and self-image.
Haleigh is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping her clients discover their love for food and their bodies. Haleigh provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make realistic changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Haleigh approaches each client personally and individually. She has an anti-diet, all-foods-fit, trauma-informed approach to care. She enjoys the challenge of working closely with each client to meet their goals and live their best life while building a healthier relationship with food and their body.
Haleigh is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping her clients discover their love for food and their bodies. Haleigh provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make realistic changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Haleigh approaches each client personally and individually. She has an anti-diet, all-foods-fit, trauma-informed approach to care. She enjoys the challenge of working closely with each client to meet their goals and live their best life while building a healthier relationship with food and their body.
I’m Nadia Berry, a Registered Dietitian specializing in supporting individuals navigating eating disorders and body image struggles.
I specialize in helping adults and teens navigate Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Orthorexia, OSFED, ARFID, body image concerns, and co-occurring mental and physical health challenges. With experience working at Higher Levels of Care, I have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and needs when transitioning to outpatient.
I’m Nadia Berry, a Registered Dietitian specializing in supporting individuals navigating eating disorders and body image struggles.
I specialize in helping adults and teens navigate Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Orthorexia, OSFED, ARFID, body image concerns, and co-occurring mental and physical health challenges. With experience working at Higher Levels of Care, I have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and needs when transitioning to outpatient.
Stone is a committed registered dietitian with expertise in outpatient nutritional care who enjoys working with clients for weight loss, heart health and gastrointestinal disorders. Grounded in evidence-based practices, Stone meets you where you are, crafting personalized interventions to align with your unique goals. Dedicated to inclusivity, Stone fosters a welcoming, judgment-free space that honors all body types, cultures, and aspirations. Passionate about empowering others, Stone will guide and support you on your wellness journey, making sure you feel understood and encouraged at every step.
Stone is a committed registered dietitian with expertise in outpatient nutritional care who enjoys working with clients for weight loss, heart health and gastrointestinal disorders. Grounded in evidence-based practices, Stone meets you where you are, crafting personalized interventions to align with your unique goals. Dedicated to inclusivity, Stone fosters a welcoming, judgment-free space that honors all body types, cultures, and aspirations. Passionate about empowering others, Stone will guide and support you on your wellness journey, making sure you feel understood and encouraged at every step.
Eating Disorders Nutritionists and Dietitians
What are the most common types of eating disorders?
The most common types of eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). Individuals may also be diagnosed with "other specified feeding or eating disorder" (OSFED), which is a type of eating disorder diagnosed when a client does not meet the full criteria for anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder but still experiences significant distress related to eating.
What diet is best for eating disorder recovery?
Because eating disorders vary widely in symptoms and severity, there is no single best diet for recovery. While not all individuals with eating disorders are underweight and require weight gain during recovery, those who do may particularly benefit from consuming balanced meals on a more structured schedule. This approach helps establish a regular eating pattern and regulate hunger cues. In general, eating disorder dietitians recommend that clients focus on improving their overall relationship with food and eliminating certain "food rules," while also ensuring they consume an appropriate amount. For example, clients with anorexia nervosa often have significant fears surrounding the consumption of high-calorie foods; dietitians may encourage these clients to include such foods in their diet in a balanced manner to help facilitate recovery and achieve a more normalized state of eating. Conversely, clients with bulimia or binge eating disorder may benefit from a diet that avoids foods that are particularly triggering for them to binge on. Many clients with eating disorders benefit from seeing a dietitian who specializes in eating disorders in order to ensure that their diet meets their specific recovery-related needs.
How are eating disorders treated?
Eating disorder treatment often involves a multidisciplinary team of clinicians working together to address the various aspects of the condition. A physician typically monitors physical changes and health problems, a therapist addresses underlying thoughts and emotions, and a dietitian develops a plan to help the patient achieve and maintain a healthy weight. While most individuals can be treated in an outpatient setting, some may require more intensive care provided by residential or inpatient facilities. In addition, early intervention for disordered eating can significantly increase the likelihood of a successful recovery, and ongoing support and monitoring are also crucial to prevent relapse and sustain progress.
How do dietitians help people with eating disorders?
Nutrition counseling is a crucial component of eating disorder recovery, and dietitians play a vital role in this process. They help clients develop personalized meal plans to meet their nutritional goals, which is particularly beneficial for those who need to gain weight after periods of food restriction. Dietitians also encourage healthier eating patterns by helping clients incorporate foods they may have previously avoided due to eating disorder behaviors. Additionally, eating disorder dietitians often collaborate with other members of the client's care team, such as medical doctors, psychiatrists, and therapists, to provide comprehensive support. This multidisciplinary approach is especially important for clients with medical conditions related to their eating disorder, such as heart issues or electrolyte imbalances, which require close supervision by a medical doctor in coordination with a dietitian.