Crohn's Nutritionists and Dietitians in Austin, TX

Your health is your wealth and delicious food can absolutely be a part of it! I am an expert in digestive/gut health (IBS-D, crohns, UC, GERD, SIBO), food allergies, food sensitivities, autoimmune diagnosis, PCOS, fatty liver, diabetes, thyroid disorders, heart health, and weight management. Many of my patients seek her help for improving bloodwork, energy levels, and quality of life. I am Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian, LEAP certified therapist, and chef. I utilizes Integrative and Functional Medicine Nutrition to get to the "root cause" of symptoms and diagnosis.

Elizabeth uses and open-minded approach to health and wellness. She incorporates a holistic approach addressing more than just diet. Elizabeth helps create long-term, sustainable health goals that meet you where you are at.

My approach to care is to meet patients where they are and provide guidance and support to making long-term and sustainable lifestyle changes to meet their nutrition goals.

Doretta is committed to working with patients on their level. She takes a holistic approach and actively listens to gain a complete understanding of each patient's goals and what challenges they face. She then works with them to develop an individualized plan to reach their goals. Her compassionate nature and commitment to personalized care have earned her a reputation for fostering positive and sustainable lifestyle changes.

Ryan prides himself on taking an individualized and sustainable approach to nutrition. Ryan believes there are many ways to be healthy with food and nutrition is not “one size fits all.” Ryan understands that food is more than just fuel, calories and macronutrients; it’s a connection to our culture, a way to bond with friends and family, a powerful medicine and a bringer of joy! Ryan approaches nutrition coaching as a partnership. He may be an expert in food and nutrition, but you are the expert of your body and health journey. Ryan’s goal is to be your last stop for nutrition and empower you with the knowledge and habits to thrive

Allison's mission is to help patients get to the root cause of the symptoms & conditions they are struggling with, to uncover where and why imbalance & dysfunction is occurring. Allison strives to create a partnership with her patients, and provide a high level of supportive care, so that patients can reach their goals and feel their best.

Taylor incorporates evidence-based nutrition into her client's life in an effortless way; she believes that nutrition should work with someone's life, not against it. Taylor uses compassion, goal-centered strategies, and comprehensive nutrition planning to help her patients reach their goals.

I am a firm believer that both your mind and body need to be in sync when it comes to creating the healthiest version of yourself. I will help you stay accountable by setting realistic expectations and teaching you how to thrive on your own. I aim to make sure you feel good both physically and mentally, and will provide you with the necessary education, tools and support to take action and see success with your goals, WITHOUT feeling like you have to make sacrifices. In addition to working as a fitness trainer, I have also worked as a holistic wellness RD and will typically incorporate this knowledge into our counseling sessions,

Ava strongly believes in a personalized approach to counseling in which she partners with her clients to discover the nutrition and lifestyle approaches that work best for them. She also rejects diet culture and believes the risk of medical conditions can be reduced while also enjoying food. Ava enjoys working with adolescents and adults on a range of issues, with special focus on gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, heart disease, anti-inflammatory protocols, weight gain/loss, and intuitive eating.

Mattie combines evidence-based nutrition science with a compassionate, whole health approach to counseling patients to deliver health outcomes and improve patients’ day-to-day lives.

Healthy eating is not a one-size-fits all approach. Through a thorough assessment of your health history, physical symptoms, cultural background, social environment, individual nutritional needs, and relationship with food, I'll provide you with practical and reliable, science-backed nutrition guidelines individualized to your specific needs. We'll work together to develop a therapeutic diet plan that works best for you as an individual.

Olivera Schmeelk is a Registered Dietitian who leverages her expert knowledge and compassionate, encouraging approach to empower you to develop health-promoting habits by integrating personalized strategies that center around behavioral change while building healthy relationships with food and body. Olivera is passionate about presenting nutrition solutions tailored to your medical needs which includes developing a simple plan for a flexible, balanced eating pattern that includes great tasting food and dining experiences that enrich your life.

Kara practices through Health At Every Size principles: weight inclusivity, health enhancement, eating for well-being, respectful care, and life-enhancing movement. She strives to meet clients where they're at in a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment. Kara encourages clients to focus on progress rather than perfection. Through a holistic approach and evidence-based practice, Kara will work with clients to create realistic and personalized goals that are unique to them and their lifestyles.

Alison supports her clients using evidence-based education, practical skill building, and effective coaching practices for a whole person approach. She enjoys collaborating with individuals, moving them towards sustained behavior change, resulting in significant progress and/or achievement of their health and wellness goals. She likes to think that part of her clients success is directly related to her super-powers of empathic listening, strategic goal setting, and accountability.

Employing a non-diet approach infused with gentle nutrition principles, Jenna delivers evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle interventions. Throughout her sessions, she places high importance on nutrition education and the establishment of realistic goals. Recognizing the individuality of each patient, Jenna tailors her approach to meet them at their current stage, allowing the patient to steer the conversations and determine the focal points for each session.

Melissa believes in an individualized approach to nutrition care. Her philosophy is that attainability, sustainability, and consistency are key in making positive health changes. If a nutrition plan is lacking in any of these areas, it should be recalibrated to better meet the individual's needs, rather than expecting the individual to "make it work". She enjoys helping clients focus on the foods that they can eat rather than giving lists of foods to avoid.

I take a holistic approach looking at nutrition, movement, stress, sleep and fun to help you reach your goals. I am passionate about helping people go beyond nutrition alone to reduce inflammation, and improve overall health. My goal is to help you reach your health and wellness goals without restriction and with as liberal a diet as possible.

Caitlin is a non-diet dietitian with a food first philosophy. She believes all foods fit and utilizes a Health at Every Size approach when working with patients. Her goal is to help clients reach their health and performance goals while teaching them how to fuel their bodies and foster a positive relationship with food.

John cares deeply about ensuring you feel fully supported. He understands that though we’re all made of the same stuff, your history and motivations make you unique. He personalizes evidence-based approaches to improving health while tapping into your experiences and will work with you, not “at” you, every step of the way. He may be the expert in food, nutrition, and movement but he’s not about to miss any insights provided by the expert in your body; you.