Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians in Shaker Heights, OH

In a 1995 Nutrition in Medical Science Class, I discovered that statistically, African Americans suffered disproportionately from many chronic diseases. I made it my goal in this life to discover a solution to alter the trajectory of the problem. I now help African-Americans develop a proper relationship with the food they eat by incorporating culture into the recipe of active living, glorious nutrition and wellness!
In a 1995 Nutrition in Medical Science Class, I discovered that statistically, African Americans suffered disproportionately from many chronic diseases. I made it my goal in this life to discover a solution to alter the trajectory of the problem. I now help African-Americans develop a proper relationship with the food they eat by incorporating culture into the recipe of active living, glorious nutrition and wellness!

PLEASE note: I do not take insurance, but I do accept all credit cards. No one has the same nutritional needs. Therefore, I customize each nutrition program to fit your individual needs by working one-on-one with you as you strive to meet your personal nutrition and fitness goals. I believe the majority of nutrition or food related issues are behavioral in nature. Therefore, I work with you on identifying behaviors contributing to your eating problems and food-related issues. The plan I create with you will be specific for your needs and goals; you will succeed because the plan is yours, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
PLEASE note: I do not take insurance, but I do accept all credit cards. No one has the same nutritional needs. Therefore, I customize each nutrition program to fit your individual needs by working one-on-one with you as you strive to meet your personal nutrition and fitness goals. I believe the majority of nutrition or food related issues are behavioral in nature. Therefore, I work with you on identifying behaviors contributing to your eating problems and food-related issues. The plan I create with you will be specific for your needs and goals; you will succeed because the plan is yours, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

I believe in the HAES (Health at Every Size) movement, and I take a non-diet approach in my counseling style.
I encourage you to click on my link provided to book your first appointment, from there your benefits will be verified and you will be informed of your coverage and whether there will be any out of pocket costs. Most of my clients don't need to pay anything at all, as most insurance companies cover nutrition counseling but don't tell you!
I believe in the HAES (Health at Every Size) movement, and I take a non-diet approach in my counseling style.
I encourage you to click on my link provided to book your first appointment, from there your benefits will be verified and you will be informed of your coverage and whether there will be any out of pocket costs. Most of my clients don't need to pay anything at all, as most insurance companies cover nutrition counseling but don't tell you!

I passionately help clients create a positive relationship with food and their body through nutrition counseling for those with an eating disorder or through my Non-Diet Nutrition Intervention approach using mindfulness-based eating awareness training (MB-EAT) for those struggling with weight, chronic dieting, or overeating.
Are you tired of trying to manage your weight? Do you struggle with chronic dieting, disordered eating, overeating/binge eating, or have you been diagnosed with an eating disorder? Is eating a source of stress for you? If so, you have found the right dietitian for you. Through the practice of mindful and intuitive eating, I will help you establish a positive relationship with food and your body, while helping you find your body's ideal weight. I help clients enjoy food/eating again by learning to listen to their body's needs and wants. My client base includes children and adolescents (with parent involvement) and adults.
I passionately help clients create a positive relationship with food and their body through nutrition counseling for those with an eating disorder or through my Non-Diet Nutrition Intervention approach using mindfulness-based eating awareness training (MB-EAT) for those struggling with weight, chronic dieting, or overeating.
Are you tired of trying to manage your weight? Do you struggle with chronic dieting, disordered eating, overeating/binge eating, or have you been diagnosed with an eating disorder? Is eating a source of stress for you? If so, you have found the right dietitian for you. Through the practice of mindful and intuitive eating, I will help you establish a positive relationship with food and your body, while helping you find your body's ideal weight. I help clients enjoy food/eating again by learning to listen to their body's needs and wants. My client base includes children and adolescents (with parent involvement) and adults.

If you're motivated to make a change using a non-diet, health at every size approach, you've come to the right place.
Hi! I am Laurie Dunham, Registered Dietitian & Certified Eating Disorder Specialist I’ve spent the majority of my career helping adolescents and adults restore a healthy relationship with food and their body. If you’re feeling like something isn’t quite right with your thoughts or behaviors around food, you’re not alone. There is a different, more sustainable path to health through Intuitive Eating and I’d love to work with you on your journey.
If you're motivated to make a change using a non-diet, health at every size approach, you've come to the right place.
Hi! I am Laurie Dunham, Registered Dietitian & Certified Eating Disorder Specialist I’ve spent the majority of my career helping adolescents and adults restore a healthy relationship with food and their body. If you’re feeling like something isn’t quite right with your thoughts or behaviors around food, you’re not alone. There is a different, more sustainable path to health through Intuitive Eating and I’d love to work with you on your journey.

Our approach is rooted in a weight-neutral, non-diet perspective to nutrition care.
At Efird Nutrition, we are a virtual nutrition practice committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders and disordered eating. Our team of registered dietitians is licensed in South Carolina, Vermont, Ohio, Maryland, North Carolina, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, allowing us to support clients across a wide regional footprint through secure, virtual sessions.
Our approach is rooted in a weight-neutral, non-diet perspective to nutrition care.
At Efird Nutrition, we are a virtual nutrition practice committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders and disordered eating. Our team of registered dietitians is licensed in South Carolina, Vermont, Ohio, Maryland, North Carolina, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, allowing us to support clients across a wide regional footprint through secure, virtual sessions.

I take a non-diet or intuitive eating approach and do not promote restrictive diets; they consistently fail us and only complicate our relationship with food.
Sometimes it can feel like you’re fluctuating between “good” days and “bad” days: one minute you’re organized and proud of your food choices, the next it seems everything’s falling apart. Worse, everyone has an opinion on what you should eat without knowing what’s going on in your life. You’re not alone! My mission is to provide judgment-free nutrition counseling and support, whether you want to manage a chronic disease or just have more energy. Changing isn’t easy but I'm here to listen to and support you; we’ll uncover your motivations, set realistic goals, and plan for setbacks.
I take a non-diet or intuitive eating approach and do not promote restrictive diets; they consistently fail us and only complicate our relationship with food.
Sometimes it can feel like you’re fluctuating between “good” days and “bad” days: one minute you’re organized and proud of your food choices, the next it seems everything’s falling apart. Worse, everyone has an opinion on what you should eat without knowing what’s going on in your life. You’re not alone! My mission is to provide judgment-free nutrition counseling and support, whether you want to manage a chronic disease or just have more energy. Changing isn’t easy but I'm here to listen to and support you; we’ll uncover your motivations, set realistic goals, and plan for setbacks.

Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health.
Specialties include: eating disorders (from adolescence into adulthood), disordered eating, intuitive eating, mindful eating, general healthy eating, weight-neutral care, patient-centered approaches, evidence-based practice, and gender-affirming nutrition.
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health.
Specialties include: eating disorders (from adolescence into adulthood), disordered eating, intuitive eating, mindful eating, general healthy eating, weight-neutral care, patient-centered approaches, evidence-based practice, and gender-affirming nutrition.

Have you noticed a decrease in energy or performance? Does your gut not function the way it used to? Do you have joint pain, sore muscles, fatigue, or headaches? A personalized, food-first approach can help. The vast majority of our immune system lies in the gut so it only makes sense that changing your nutrition can dramatically improve your physical symptoms and performance! No two immune systems are exactly alike and the same should be said for your nutrition plan. At FWDfuel we are ready to help you achieve optimal health!
Have you noticed a decrease in energy or performance? Does your gut not function the way it used to? Do you have joint pain, sore muscles, fatigue, or headaches? A personalized, food-first approach can help. The vast majority of our immune system lies in the gut so it only makes sense that changing your nutrition can dramatically improve your physical symptoms and performance! No two immune systems are exactly alike and the same should be said for your nutrition plan. At FWDfuel we are ready to help you achieve optimal health!

Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable. Through evidence-based practice and individualized care,
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable. Through evidence-based practice and individualized care,

I offer virtual sessions in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, MD, MI, NC, NY, OH, PA, SC & VA. I treat clients with disordered eating or dysfunctional and disruptive eating habits. If you are looking for support in the outpatient level of care, need help with consistency or getting off a meal plan, or need to explore how body image affects your relationship with food, I would love to work with you!
I offer virtual sessions in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, MD, MI, NC, NY, OH, PA, SC & VA. I treat clients with disordered eating or dysfunctional and disruptive eating habits. If you are looking for support in the outpatient level of care, need help with consistency or getting off a meal plan, or need to explore how body image affects your relationship with food, I would love to work with you!

Great Lakes Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there- my name is Jessy Brinling Lake. I am a Private Practice Dietitian and Founder of Great Lakes Nutrition. My personal mission is to make nutrition approachable, flexible, and attainable. I opened Great Lakes Nutrition to provide the highest-quality nutrition care to the Great Lakes region (PA, OH, NY). My areas of expertise include disease management, women's health, heart health, sports nutrition, and eating for longevity.
Hi there- my name is Jessy Brinling Lake. I am a Private Practice Dietitian and Founder of Great Lakes Nutrition. My personal mission is to make nutrition approachable, flexible, and attainable. I opened Great Lakes Nutrition to provide the highest-quality nutrition care to the Great Lakes region (PA, OH, NY). My areas of expertise include disease management, women's health, heart health, sports nutrition, and eating for longevity.

Online Registered Dietitian. I help you reach nutrition, weight loss, blood sugar or health goals with personalized approaches for your goals and preferences. Health insurance accepted! I am in network with Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Medicare, and United Healthcare. Most clients pay $0 out of pocket!
Online Registered Dietitian. I help you reach nutrition, weight loss, blood sugar or health goals with personalized approaches for your goals and preferences. Health insurance accepted! I am in network with Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Medicare, and United Healthcare. Most clients pay $0 out of pocket!

No one has the same nutritional needs. Therefore, I customize each nutrition program to fit your individual needs by working one-on-one with you as you strive to meet your personal nutrition and fitness goals. I believe the majority of nutrition or food related issues are behavioral in nature. Therefore, I work with you on identifying behaviors contributing to your eating problems and food-related issues. The plan I create with you will be specific for your needs and goals; you will succeed because the plan is yours, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
No one has the same nutritional needs. Therefore, I customize each nutrition program to fit your individual needs by working one-on-one with you as you strive to meet your personal nutrition and fitness goals. I believe the majority of nutrition or food related issues are behavioral in nature. Therefore, I work with you on identifying behaviors contributing to your eating problems and food-related issues. The plan I create with you will be specific for your needs and goals; you will succeed because the plan is yours, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable.
Heather is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them heal their relationship with their body and food. She works with clients to facilitate changes that will improve overall quality of life. She believes that food and nutrition should not only support someone’s physical health, but their social, emotional, and mental health as well. Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care. She loves working alongside clients to find creative ways to make food both nourishing and enjoyable.

My name is Jordan Ouellette, and I am a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, and co-owner of Nutrition Empowered, LLC. I work with men and women who want to improve their relationship with food, and eat a diverse range of foods in order to feel their best mentally and physically. At Nutrition Empowered, LLC, our dietitians are Health at Every Size-aligned, and centered around intuitive eating with a weight-inclusive approach to nutrition. Other specialties include general nutrition and wellness, diabetes management, cholesterol and hypertension, IBD/IBS, fertility, PCOS, and pre and postnatal nutrition.
My name is Jordan Ouellette, and I am a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, and co-owner of Nutrition Empowered, LLC. I work with men and women who want to improve their relationship with food, and eat a diverse range of foods in order to feel their best mentally and physically. At Nutrition Empowered, LLC, our dietitians are Health at Every Size-aligned, and centered around intuitive eating with a weight-inclusive approach to nutrition. Other specialties include general nutrition and wellness, diabetes management, cholesterol and hypertension, IBD/IBS, fertility, PCOS, and pre and postnatal nutrition.

Erin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with extensive experience working with those impacted by eating disorders. For years Erin worked as the lead dietitian at a partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient level eating disorder clinic. She is currently accepting clients for outpatient nutrition counseling, and is a great fit for those looking to improve their thoughts and behaviors surrounding nutrition, nutrition related labs, body, or exercise. Additionally, Erin enjoys working with athletes looking for help meeting advanced fueling needs, and those looking for help improving their lipid, blood sugar, or liver health.
Erin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with extensive experience working with those impacted by eating disorders. For years Erin worked as the lead dietitian at a partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient level eating disorder clinic. She is currently accepting clients for outpatient nutrition counseling, and is a great fit for those looking to improve their thoughts and behaviors surrounding nutrition, nutrition related labs, body, or exercise. Additionally, Erin enjoys working with athletes looking for help meeting advanced fueling needs, and those looking for help improving their lipid, blood sugar, or liver health.

Hello! My name is Courtney, and I am a dietitian ready to be your accountability partner and guide you towards the best version of yourself!
Hello! My name is Courtney, and I am a dietitian ready to be your accountability partner and guide you towards the best version of yourself!

Michaila is a registered dietitian who seeks to help patients achieve an overall sense of health and wellness. She creates a safe space for exploring nutritional patterns and concerns in a kind and non-judgmental way. Having worked at Cleveland Clinic's Center for Functional Medicine, she takes a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of symptoms. Her approach is patient-centered, tailoring each session to the client's individual wants and needs. When you collaborate with Michaila, she will guide you on a path to better health, optimizing nutrition and improving well-being.
Michaila is a registered dietitian who seeks to help patients achieve an overall sense of health and wellness. She creates a safe space for exploring nutritional patterns and concerns in a kind and non-judgmental way. Having worked at Cleveland Clinic's Center for Functional Medicine, she takes a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of symptoms. Her approach is patient-centered, tailoring each session to the client's individual wants and needs. When you collaborate with Michaila, she will guide you on a path to better health, optimizing nutrition and improving well-being.

The Kidney Nutrition Coach, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CSR, CCTD, LD, FNKF
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and welcome! I am Summer Van Arsdale, kidney nutrition expert and owner of The Kidney Nutrition Coach. I understand that a kidney diet can feel overwhelming. The internet is full of conflicting information which leads to more confusion than solutions. And when it comes down to it, healthy nutrition for chronic kidney disease is not a 'one-fits-all' diet. Maybe your kidney doctor has provided some diet suggestions but you are still not quite sure where to start.
Hello and welcome! I am Summer Van Arsdale, kidney nutrition expert and owner of The Kidney Nutrition Coach. I understand that a kidney diet can feel overwhelming. The internet is full of conflicting information which leads to more confusion than solutions. And when it comes down to it, healthy nutrition for chronic kidney disease is not a 'one-fits-all' diet. Maybe your kidney doctor has provided some diet suggestions but you are still not quite sure where to start.
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.