Intuitive Eating Nutritionists and Dietitians in Tyler, TX

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Sara Upson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MEd, RD, LD, CEDRD-S
1 Endorsed
Tyler, TX 75703
With over 12 years of nutrition experience, Sara Upson provides out patient nutrition education and counseling specializing in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive eating.
I work with a variety of nutrition concerns but specialize in helping individuals who feel out of control with food, uncomfortable with their eating, or not sure about what or how much to eat. I use an individualized approach with each client, and I will help you understand your patterns with food so that you can make lasting change.
With over 12 years of nutrition experience, Sara Upson provides out patient nutrition education and counseling specializing in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive eating.
I work with a variety of nutrition concerns but specialize in helping individuals who feel out of control with food, uncomfortable with their eating, or not sure about what or how much to eat. I use an individualized approach with each client, and I will help you understand your patterns with food so that you can make lasting change.
(903) 207-4481 View (903) 207-4481
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Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CEDS-C
Serves Area
Now accepting new clients! Nutrition DiscoveRD specializes in eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, managing PCOS, and improving relationships with food and body image after chronic dieting. Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise, RDN, LD, CEDS-C, provides personalized, non-diet, weight-neutral care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for eating concerns, navigating disordered eating patterns, or looking to optimize athletic performance, our approach emphasizes nutrition education, challenging diet culture, and fostering a positive, sustainable relationship with food and your body.
Now accepting new clients! Nutrition DiscoveRD specializes in eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, managing PCOS, and improving relationships with food and body image after chronic dieting. Mary-Lauren Shelton Vise, RDN, LD, CEDS-C, provides personalized, non-diet, weight-neutral care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for eating concerns, navigating disordered eating patterns, or looking to optimize athletic performance, our approach emphasizes nutrition education, challenging diet culture, and fostering a positive, sustainable relationship with food and your body.
(972) 808-5209 View (972) 808-5209
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Allison Redding
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Serves Area
At Grayce Nutrition and Wellness, LLC, I focus on helping you lead your own health journey. With a personalized nutrition prescription, you will be able to take back control of a healthy mind and body with a roadmap for success.
At Grayce Nutrition and Wellness, LLC, I focus on helping you lead your own health journey. With a personalized nutrition prescription, you will be able to take back control of a healthy mind and body with a roadmap for success.
(512) 846-6431 View (512) 846-6431
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Niesje Buaas - iBalance Wellness LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CDCES, NBC-HWC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Longing to lose weight, restore energy, improve self-esteem and prevent or improve a chronic disease? At iBalance Wellness, we work closely with you to develop your own vision of wellness. Identifying your particular health and wellness goals, empowering you to start with small steps which over time add up to big changes equaling sustainable, healthy outcomes. You are guided supportively, and non-judgmentally to a personalized nutrition and fitness plan for a balance of healthy habits. The coaching process inspires awareness, discovery, and exploration of self to promote lasting improvement in health, happiness, and wellbeing.
Longing to lose weight, restore energy, improve self-esteem and prevent or improve a chronic disease? At iBalance Wellness, we work closely with you to develop your own vision of wellness. Identifying your particular health and wellness goals, empowering you to start with small steps which over time add up to big changes equaling sustainable, healthy outcomes. You are guided supportively, and non-judgmentally to a personalized nutrition and fitness plan for a balance of healthy habits. The coaching process inspires awareness, discovery, and exploration of self to promote lasting improvement in health, happiness, and wellbeing.
(903) 308-5012 View (903) 308-5012
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Dr. Danielle Heard
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, DCN, CNS, LDN, CKNS
Serves Area
Dr. Heard is a Licensed and Board Certified Doctor of Clinical & Functional Nutrition, and Certified Nutrition Specialist®. She coaches individuals, couples, and groups who want to improve their health and wellness. Dr. Heard has many years of experience working with people who have a wide range of health conditions. She primarily works with women and men of all ages as well as teenagers.
Dr. Heard is a Licensed and Board Certified Doctor of Clinical & Functional Nutrition, and Certified Nutrition Specialist®. She coaches individuals, couples, and groups who want to improve their health and wellness. Dr. Heard has many years of experience working with people who have a wide range of health conditions. She primarily works with women and men of all ages as well as teenagers.
(903) 205-9352 View (903) 205-9352

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Bella Fleps
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
I'm Bella, a Registered Dietitian based in the suburbs of Chicago, specializing in an anti-diet approach that promotes intuitive eating and inclusivity.
I support clients by breaking the diet cycle and unlearning diet culture through intuitive eating. Whether addressing eating disorders, chronic dieting, or general wellness, I provide personalized support to foster a positive relationship with food and body.
I'm Bella, a Registered Dietitian based in the suburbs of Chicago, specializing in an anti-diet approach that promotes intuitive eating and inclusivity.
I support clients by breaking the diet cycle and unlearning diet culture through intuitive eating. Whether addressing eating disorders, chronic dieting, or general wellness, I provide personalized support to foster a positive relationship with food and body.
(331) 316-8380 View (331) 316-8380
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Kelly Minarick
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
Kelly Minarick is a Registered dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor.
She is passionate about helping clients unlearn diet culture, break the cycle of yo-yo dieting, improve their relationships with food, and feel more confident in their bodies. As someone who struggled with disordered eating for more than a decade, Kelly found immense healing through the Intuitive Eating framework and hopes to help others do the same.
Kelly Minarick is a Registered dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor.
She is passionate about helping clients unlearn diet culture, break the cycle of yo-yo dieting, improve their relationships with food, and feel more confident in their bodies. As someone who struggled with disordered eating for more than a decade, Kelly found immense healing through the Intuitive Eating framework and hopes to help others do the same.
(331) 246-0318 View (331) 246-0318
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Heather Ritter
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care.
Specializes in Disordered Eating, Eating Disorders, General Healthy Eating, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Low FODMAP, GI Conditions, Diverticulitis, Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis, High Blood Pressure, Oncology Nutrition, Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, Malnutrition, Gastroparesis, Underweight Nutrition, Baby Led Weaning, Hyper/Hypothyroidism, and Sports Nutrition.
Her own experiences have fueled her particular interest in intuitive eating, disordered eating and HAES aligned care.
Specializes in Disordered Eating, Eating Disorders, General Healthy Eating, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, IBD, Low FODMAP, GI Conditions, Diverticulitis, Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis, High Blood Pressure, Oncology Nutrition, Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, Malnutrition, Gastroparesis, Underweight Nutrition, Baby Led Weaning, Hyper/Hypothyroidism, and Sports Nutrition.
(346) 248-2577 View (346) 248-2577
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Natalie Larsen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
She firmly believes in the importance of balance and is dedicated to assisting clients in embracing intuitive eating, breaking free from the rollercoaster of diet culture and trends
Natalie was born and raised in the Chicago area but has lived in Wisconsin, Georgia, and Florida before ultimately finding her way back to the windy city. She received her first degree from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in communication science and disorders and spent the early days of her career working in special education. As a former gymnast, Natalie always had a passion for food, nutrition, and its effect on athletic performance. She became a personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and went on to receive her second degree in nutrition and dietetics from Dominican University in Chicago.
She firmly believes in the importance of balance and is dedicated to assisting clients in embracing intuitive eating, breaking free from the rollercoaster of diet culture and trends
Natalie was born and raised in the Chicago area but has lived in Wisconsin, Georgia, and Florida before ultimately finding her way back to the windy city. She received her first degree from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in communication science and disorders and spent the early days of her career working in special education. As a former gymnast, Natalie always had a passion for food, nutrition, and its effect on athletic performance. She became a personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and went on to receive her second degree in nutrition and dietetics from Dominican University in Chicago.
(331) 204-1676 View (331) 204-1676
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Gina Tran Holmes
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
Online Only
My approach combines the principles of Intuitive Eating, Health At Every Size ® framework, evidence-based nutrition, stress management, joyful movement, and honoring cultural traditions.
Have you spent years trying to “fix” your eating habits or your body but nothing seems to work? Are you totally confused about what to eat? Are your days super busy and it’s hard to find time to eat? Want to eat in a way that feels good and doesn’t stress you out? I get it! I help people discover the joy in eating and pursue well-being without focusing on their weight. As a non-diet dietitian, my goal is to help you stop dieting and obsessing about food and your body, and start living a joyful life with sustainable health, peace, and balance.
My approach combines the principles of Intuitive Eating, Health At Every Size ® framework, evidence-based nutrition, stress management, joyful movement, and honoring cultural traditions.
Have you spent years trying to “fix” your eating habits or your body but nothing seems to work? Are you totally confused about what to eat? Are your days super busy and it’s hard to find time to eat? Want to eat in a way that feels good and doesn’t stress you out? I get it! I help people discover the joy in eating and pursue well-being without focusing on their weight. As a non-diet dietitian, my goal is to help you stop dieting and obsessing about food and your body, and start living a joyful life with sustainable health, peace, and balance.
(214) 856-7917 View (214) 856-7917
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Casey Bonano RD, LD, CEDS-C
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, CEDS-C
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75251
Through nutrition counseling, we can work to normalize your relationship with food and free yourself from the restrictive and dieting mentality through Intuitive Eating.
Hi, I’m Casey, and I love helping clients understand the deeper connection between their body, their behaviors with food, and their worth. I have years of experience as a Registered Dietitian in both treatment centers and my own group practice. This experience has given me many tools I teach clients (like you) to help heal complex eating disorders.
Through nutrition counseling, we can work to normalize your relationship with food and free yourself from the restrictive and dieting mentality through Intuitive Eating.
Hi, I’m Casey, and I love helping clients understand the deeper connection between their body, their behaviors with food, and their worth. I have years of experience as a Registered Dietitian in both treatment centers and my own group practice. This experience has given me many tools I teach clients (like you) to help heal complex eating disorders.
(817) 727-8243 View (817) 727-8243
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Katie Whitson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75206
Specializes in Disordered Eating and Eating disorders, HAES, Intuitive Eating, Sports Nutrition, General Health/Wellness, Cardiovascular Health, Hormone challenges/imbalances, and Diabetes care.
Katie Whitson is a dedicated HAEs-aligned Registered Dietitian with a deep passion for fostering healthy, sustainable relationships with food and movement. She embraces a non-diet approach, focusing on the connection between nutrition and mental health. Katie employs evidence-based strategies to meet patients where they are in their care, empowering them through active involvement and personalized support. Her mission is to inspire lifelong, transformative changes by blending consistency, structure and creativity in every aspect of her practice.
Specializes in Disordered Eating and Eating disorders, HAES, Intuitive Eating, Sports Nutrition, General Health/Wellness, Cardiovascular Health, Hormone challenges/imbalances, and Diabetes care.
Katie Whitson is a dedicated HAEs-aligned Registered Dietitian with a deep passion for fostering healthy, sustainable relationships with food and movement. She embraces a non-diet approach, focusing on the connection between nutrition and mental health. Katie employs evidence-based strategies to meet patients where they are in their care, empowering them through active involvement and personalized support. Her mission is to inspire lifelong, transformative changes by blending consistency, structure and creativity in every aspect of her practice.
(551) 288-6517 View (551) 288-6517
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Jody Halouska
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CDCES
Dallas, TX 75204
Specialties include Diabetes and Pre-diabetes, Bariatrics (pre and post operation), Weight management, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Heart Conditions, Underweight Nutrition, Intuitive Eating, PCOS, Prenatal/Post Natal Nutrition, Gastrointestinal, GERD, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Kidney disease, liver disease, and Sports Nutrition.
Jody is a passionate advocate for health, wellness, and feeling your best. Jody is committed to empowering individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Jody strives to provide personalized guidance to help clients achieve their health goals and create a harmonious relationship with food. Recognizing that each individual's relationship with food is unique, Jody works to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their dietary preferences, navigate challenges and cultivate sustainable habits that align with their goals and values.
Specialties include Diabetes and Pre-diabetes, Bariatrics (pre and post operation), Weight management, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Heart Conditions, Underweight Nutrition, Intuitive Eating, PCOS, Prenatal/Post Natal Nutrition, Gastrointestinal, GERD, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Kidney disease, liver disease, and Sports Nutrition.
Jody is a passionate advocate for health, wellness, and feeling your best. Jody is committed to empowering individuals to make positive and sustainable lifestyle changes. Jody strives to provide personalized guidance to help clients achieve their health goals and create a harmonious relationship with food. Recognizing that each individual's relationship with food is unique, Jody works to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their dietary preferences, navigate challenges and cultivate sustainable habits that align with their goals and values.
(872) 259-7074 View (872) 259-7074
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Emily Baum
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, CEDS
Dallas, TX 75229
By learning to listen to your body’s natural hunger and fullness cues, you can embrace a more intuitive approach to eating—where all foods have a place and purpose.
Whether you're struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or simply feel overwhelmed by food, I’m here to guide you. Through nutrition counseling, we’ll work together to help you nourish your body in ways that feel good—without food rules, guilt, or shame. My approach is rooted in helping you find freedom and peace with food, so you can worry less and live more.
By learning to listen to your body’s natural hunger and fullness cues, you can embrace a more intuitive approach to eating—where all foods have a place and purpose.
Whether you're struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or simply feel overwhelmed by food, I’m here to guide you. Through nutrition counseling, we’ll work together to help you nourish your body in ways that feel good—without food rules, guilt, or shame. My approach is rooted in helping you find freedom and peace with food, so you can worry less and live more.
(469) 765-3370 View (469) 765-3370
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Helen Mary Katool
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
Allen, TX 75013
At New Narratives Counseling, I take a compassionate, non-diet approach rooted in Intuitive Eating, All Foods Fit, and Health at Every Size.
I work with adolescents, families, those navigating eating disorders and PCOS, offering support that’s personalized and free of rigid rules. I can help you rebuild a healthy relationship with food, guide families through recovery, and provide sustainable nutrition strategies for PCOS. My goal is to make nutrition feel less overwhelming and more empowering.
At New Narratives Counseling, I take a compassionate, non-diet approach rooted in Intuitive Eating, All Foods Fit, and Health at Every Size.
I work with adolescents, families, those navigating eating disorders and PCOS, offering support that’s personalized and free of rigid rules. I can help you rebuild a healthy relationship with food, guide families through recovery, and provide sustainable nutrition strategies for PCOS. My goal is to make nutrition feel less overwhelming and more empowering.
(972) 474-3509 View (972) 474-3509
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Roger E Adams
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, CISSN, ACE-CPT
Dallas, TX 75219
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.
(330) 937-9801 View (330) 937-9801
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Lemond Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, LPC-A, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75075
Lemond Nutrition is proud to be one of the most trusted private nutrition practices among families and doctors in the Dallas and Lubbock areas. After seeing a need for comprehensive nutrition assistance specifically for children and families— Angela and Jeff Lemond founded the company in 2009. Lemond Nutrition has helped hundreds of people find a nutritious and healthy lifestyle. We are honored daily to be a continued resource for people in need.
Lemond Nutrition is proud to be one of the most trusted private nutrition practices among families and doctors in the Dallas and Lubbock areas. After seeing a need for comprehensive nutrition assistance specifically for children and families— Angela and Jeff Lemond founded the company in 2009. Lemond Nutrition has helped hundreds of people find a nutritious and healthy lifestyle. We are honored daily to be a continued resource for people in need.
(972) 430-6067 View (972) 430-6067
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Excellis Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, RDN, LD
Cedar Hill, TX 75104
Dr. Stacie Ellis, RDN, LD is a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in weight loss/gain, eating disorders, emotional/stress eating, performance/sports nutrition, nutrition for aesthetic demanding sports/fields, and medical nutrition therapy for many chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, hormonal imbalance, and much more. Excellis Nutrition offers one-on-one consultations/coaching, group classes, cooking classes, and partners with a number of organizations including athletic teams, non-profit, and corporate. Contact Dr. Ellis today to find out how Excellis Nutrition can help you!
Dr. Stacie Ellis, RDN, LD is a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience. She specializes in weight loss/gain, eating disorders, emotional/stress eating, performance/sports nutrition, nutrition for aesthetic demanding sports/fields, and medical nutrition therapy for many chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, hormonal imbalance, and much more. Excellis Nutrition offers one-on-one consultations/coaching, group classes, cooking classes, and partners with a number of organizations including athletic teams, non-profit, and corporate. Contact Dr. Ellis today to find out how Excellis Nutrition can help you!
(469) 410-3519 View (469) 410-3519
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Anne Suelzer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243
Anne is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to help them make healthy and sustainable diet changes that support their lifestyle and hormonal health. She understands food’s crucial role in balancing hormones and believes in the power of evidence-based research to guide her practice. Anne is particularly interested in the gut-brain connection and how it influences overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of consuming whole foods that nourish the body and believes that access to nutritious food should be available to all.
Anne is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to help them make healthy and sustainable diet changes that support their lifestyle and hormonal health. She understands food’s crucial role in balancing hormones and believes in the power of evidence-based research to guide her practice. Anne is particularly interested in the gut-brain connection and how it influences overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of consuming whole foods that nourish the body and believes that access to nutritious food should be available to all.
(469) 960-5661 View (469) 960-5661
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Kathlyn Carney Wellness LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, MEd
Online Only
Let’s work together to make sustainable diet and lifestyle changes to help you reach your health and wellness goals. I am a certified nutrition specialist, trauma informed health coach, and a yoga teacher. I take a holistic approach to health and will create a comprehensive and individualized health plan with you based on your biology, medications, labs, food beliefs and behaviors, preferences, and capacity for change. Your plan may include food and supplements, eating behavior support, movement, stress management practices, and strategies to improve sleep – as these are the key pillars of wellness.
Let’s work together to make sustainable diet and lifestyle changes to help you reach your health and wellness goals. I am a certified nutrition specialist, trauma informed health coach, and a yoga teacher. I take a holistic approach to health and will create a comprehensive and individualized health plan with you based on your biology, medications, labs, food beliefs and behaviors, preferences, and capacity for change. Your plan may include food and supplements, eating behavior support, movement, stress management practices, and strategies to improve sleep – as these are the key pillars of wellness.
(214) 225-4371 View (214) 225-4371
Intuitive Eating Nutritionists and Dietitians

What is intuitive eating?

Intuitive eating is a nutritional philosophy that emphasizes the use of physical hunger cues and satisfaction to guide eating, while rejecting common principles of weight loss, dieting, and restriction. Intuitive eating was popularized by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, two Registered Dietitians specializing in eating disorders who outlined 10 principles of intuitive eating that continue to shape the approach today: Reject the Diet Mentality, Honor Your Hunger, Make Peace with Food, Challenge the Food Police, Respect Your Fullness, Discover the Satisfaction Factor, Honor Your Feelings without Using Food, Respect Your Body, Exercise—”Feel the Difference, and Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition.”

What does an intuitive eating dietitian do?

An intuitive eating dietitian applies the key principles of intuitive eating to their work with clients, helping them honor their hunger, reduce dietary restriction or "food rules," and improve their body image. Unlike dietitians who prescribe strict dietary changes or meal plans, intuitive eating dietitians often take a more holistic approach with clients. They may discuss the physical aspects of intuitive eating with clients, such as helping clients identify when they experience hunger, but they may also discuss topics such as mindfulness, exercise, body acceptance, and mental health.

Who should see an intuitive eating dietitian?

Anyone can see an intuitive eating dietitian; indeed, many people may be drawn to the idea of intuitive eating for its departure from the strict rules of diet culture and its emphasis on weight inclusivity and body acceptance. In particular, individuals who have a long history of chronic dieting may be particularly interested in seeing an intuitive eating dietitian, who will not emphasize diets as many other nutrition professionals may. In addition, individuals recovering from disordered eating or food restriction may also benefit from seeing an intuitive eating dietitian, who can help them become less reliant on rigid food rules and develop a more positive relationship with food and their body.

How do I find a good intuitive eating dietitian?

When you visit a dietitian or nutritionist's profile, you can get a better idea if they are the right fit for you by reading about their approach to nutrition. Often, dietitians who specialize in intuitive eating will outline this nutrition philosophy on their Psychology Today profile or on their website; if not, it can be helpful to look for a dietitian who emphasizes similar principles in their nutrition practice, such as taking a non-diet approach or emphasizing body acceptance or Health At Every Size (HAES) principles. When looking for potential dietitians, it can also be important to look at things like session cost, accepted insurance plans, and their location or telehealth options. When you find a professional who may be a good fit, you can reach out to speak with them and ask about their expertise within a specific area, such as eating disorders or mindful eating.