Non-Diet Approach Nutritionists and Dietitians in Alexandria, VA
My nutritional coaching approach focuses on guiding you to a healthier lifestyle by enjoying whole delicious foods, eating for balance and energy ,and healthy weight management. I look at the "whole" person and all the reasons we struggle with taking the right steps towards better health. Our work together will be about long term lifestyle changes rather than the quick fix diet mentality. We will design a plan unique to you , incorporating nutrition, exercise and stress management strategies. Together we can get you on a path to more optimal and balanced health and a life you love!
My nutritional coaching approach focuses on guiding you to a healthier lifestyle by enjoying whole delicious foods, eating for balance and energy ,and healthy weight management. I look at the "whole" person and all the reasons we struggle with taking the right steps towards better health. Our work together will be about long term lifestyle changes rather than the quick fix diet mentality. We will design a plan unique to you , incorporating nutrition, exercise and stress management strategies. Together we can get you on a path to more optimal and balanced health and a life you love!
Hi! I'm Katie, an integrative dietitian, yoga teacher, and yoga therapist in training. I utilize a whole being approach, addressing what is going on in both the physical and mental/emotional bodies (and the connection between the two), to improve your health and well-being. You deserve to feel good physically and mentally, while also fostering a positive relationship with food and your body, and feeling more confident in your skin. And I want to support you in achieving that.
Hi! I'm Katie, an integrative dietitian, yoga teacher, and yoga therapist in training. I utilize a whole being approach, addressing what is going on in both the physical and mental/emotional bodies (and the connection between the two), to improve your health and well-being. You deserve to feel good physically and mentally, while also fostering a positive relationship with food and your body, and feeling more confident in your skin. And I want to support you in achieving that.
I am a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping clients achieve their health goals through a personalized lifestyle approach using intuitive eating practices. Rather than focusing solely on weight, I help patients to focus on their current lifestyle and set reasonable goals towards achieving a better relationship with food and their body. Food has a complex relationship with many other components of our lives including sleep, physical activity, hydration and emotions. We will work through all of these items by setting individualized, achievable goals.
I am a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping clients achieve their health goals through a personalized lifestyle approach using intuitive eating practices. Rather than focusing solely on weight, I help patients to focus on their current lifestyle and set reasonable goals towards achieving a better relationship with food and their body. Food has a complex relationship with many other components of our lives including sleep, physical activity, hydration and emotions. We will work through all of these items by setting individualized, achievable goals.
Menopause is real. So are the midlife gut issues that are running your life. If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s, and you want real solutions for the bloating, digestive issues, hormone shifts, and metabolic changes that midlife brings — and you're tired of cutting out all the foods with no lasting relief, you're in the right place.
Menopause is real. So are the midlife gut issues that are running your life. If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s, and you want real solutions for the bloating, digestive issues, hormone shifts, and metabolic changes that midlife brings — and you're tired of cutting out all the foods with no lasting relief, you're in the right place.
Our philosophy centers on the holistic well-being of our patients, with a focus on delivering comprehensive care across every aspect of their health. By integrating wellness components, we can provide whole-person healthcare that considers all facets of our patients' health.
ELLAD Preventative Health proudly serves clients across multiple U.S. locations, including Chesterfield, Henrico, Richmond VA, Fairfax VA, Atlanta GA, Houston TX, and St. Petersburg FL. We deliver trusted, results-driven preventative health services with personalized care, transparent pricing, and reliable support—wherever you are.
Our philosophy centers on the holistic well-being of our patients, with a focus on delivering comprehensive care across every aspect of their health. By integrating wellness components, we can provide whole-person healthcare that considers all facets of our patients' health.
ELLAD Preventative Health proudly serves clients across multiple U.S. locations, including Chesterfield, Henrico, Richmond VA, Fairfax VA, Atlanta GA, Houston TX, and St. Petersburg FL. We deliver trusted, results-driven preventative health services with personalized care, transparent pricing, and reliable support—wherever you are.
Rebecca is a registered dietitian, board certified sports dietitian and a personal trainer with her Bachelor's degree in dietetics and her graduate degree in exercise and sports science from Iowa State University. She also has a personal training certification from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Rebecca works with digestive issues, allergies, weight issues and with several athletes from various training groups - DC tri, Team Z, Team in Training, Pacers, and others. She also works closely with folks with multiple food allergies and has very extensive and personal experience in this area as well as with weight loss.
Rebecca is a registered dietitian, board certified sports dietitian and a personal trainer with her Bachelor's degree in dietetics and her graduate degree in exercise and sports science from Iowa State University. She also has a personal training certification from the American College of Sports Medicine.
Rebecca works with digestive issues, allergies, weight issues and with several athletes from various training groups - DC tri, Team Z, Team in Training, Pacers, and others. She also works closely with folks with multiple food allergies and has very extensive and personal experience in this area as well as with weight loss.
Welcome to BRK the Cycle Nutrition! I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders and gut disorders through a personalized, compassionate approach. I believe that true health is not about restrictive diets or quick fixes, but about creating a sustainable relationship with food that nurtures both the body and the mind.
Welcome to BRK the Cycle Nutrition! I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders and gut disorders through a personalized, compassionate approach. I believe that true health is not about restrictive diets or quick fixes, but about creating a sustainable relationship with food that nurtures both the body and the mind.
More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby
You might feel like you’ve tried every diet, every plan, every reset, but still feel stuck. Maybe you’re constantly thinking about food, swinging between feeling in control and overwhelmed. You’re tired of the guilt, the spirals, and the all-or-nothing mindset.
My ideal clients are often high-achieving women struggling with restrictive eating, emotional eating, binge eating and/or body image concerns. Many come to my practice feeling exhausted by food rules and frustrated that nothing seems to “work” long term. Others feel disconnected from their hunger, fullness, and ability to trust themselves around food.
You might feel like you’ve tried every diet, every plan, every reset, but still feel stuck. Maybe you’re constantly thinking about food, swinging between feeling in control and overwhelmed. You’re tired of the guilt, the spirals, and the all-or-nothing mindset.
My ideal clients are often high-achieving women struggling with restrictive eating, emotional eating, binge eating and/or body image concerns. Many come to my practice feeling exhausted by food rules and frustrated that nothing seems to “work” long term. Others feel disconnected from their hunger, fullness, and ability to trust themselves around food.
To provide you with the best care, Miriam equips you with the individualized tools and resources to empower you to take control of your health. Miriam ensures that your primary care doctors, as well as your specialists are included in your care. Alongside your doctor(s), Miriam works with you to figure out what is going to make you the most successful in meeting your health goals.
To provide you with the best care, Miriam equips you with the individualized tools and resources to empower you to take control of your health. Miriam ensures that your primary care doctors, as well as your specialists are included in your care. Alongside your doctor(s), Miriam works with you to figure out what is going to make you the most successful in meeting your health goals.
Through a non-diet, Health at Every Size (HAES) approach, I help clients develop trust with their bodies.
I specialize in recovery from an eating disorder or disordered eating patterns. My goal is to help clients live a life free from intrusive thoughts about food, body image, and movement. I have experience helping adolescent and adult clients with all eating disorder diagnoses.
Through a non-diet, Health at Every Size (HAES) approach, I help clients develop trust with their bodies.
I specialize in recovery from an eating disorder or disordered eating patterns. My goal is to help clients live a life free from intrusive thoughts about food, body image, and movement. I have experience helping adolescent and adult clients with all eating disorder diagnoses.
Welcome to a A Bowl Full of Nutrition. I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in eating disorder treatment, medical nutrition therapy, weight management, and motivational interviewing. I graduated with a BS in Dietetics from Kansas State University and a MS in Dietetics from the University of Rhode Island. I have worked extensively with eating disorder patients in a treatment facility and in private practice. I have experience working with clients who struggle with weight management and diabetes. I also have trained with The Body Positive Institute and am skilled at working with clients on improving body image.
Welcome to a A Bowl Full of Nutrition. I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in eating disorder treatment, medical nutrition therapy, weight management, and motivational interviewing. I graduated with a BS in Dietetics from Kansas State University and a MS in Dietetics from the University of Rhode Island. I have worked extensively with eating disorder patients in a treatment facility and in private practice. I have experience working with clients who struggle with weight management and diabetes. I also have trained with The Body Positive Institute and am skilled at working with clients on improving body image.
Personalized, sustainable outcomes for you and your body. Find or regain confidence that you are making the right food, wellness, and fitness choices to feel your personal best! If you are struggling with weight concerns or looking for disease prevention with root cause lab testing, Erin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with a certificate of training in adult weight management and has 10+ years of clinical experience. If you are here because you want to eliminate mysterious pain and digestion struggles caused by food sensitivities, as an RDN and Certified LEAP Therapist, Erin can help you!
Personalized, sustainable outcomes for you and your body. Find or regain confidence that you are making the right food, wellness, and fitness choices to feel your personal best! If you are struggling with weight concerns or looking for disease prevention with root cause lab testing, Erin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) with a certificate of training in adult weight management and has 10+ years of clinical experience. If you are here because you want to eliminate mysterious pain and digestion struggles caused by food sensitivities, as an RDN and Certified LEAP Therapist, Erin can help you!
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist helping people live happier and healthier lives through improved nutrition and positive lifestyle changes. I believe food and eating are meant to be pleasurable, not a source of stress and frustration. After listening carefully to your unique story, we will work together as a team to develop individualized solutions that are simple and sustainable using holistic approaches within a compassionate, judgement-free environment. I am particularly passionate about gut health and its foundational impact on overall health and wellness.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist helping people live happier and healthier lives through improved nutrition and positive lifestyle changes. I believe food and eating are meant to be pleasurable, not a source of stress and frustration. After listening carefully to your unique story, we will work together as a team to develop individualized solutions that are simple and sustainable using holistic approaches within a compassionate, judgement-free environment. I am particularly passionate about gut health and its foundational impact on overall health and wellness.
I am a Registered Dietitian and Registered Yoga Teacher and am passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through an overall lifestyle approach that is unique to each person. My focus is on helping clients create change in a balanced way, with a focus on intuitive eating and Health At Every Size. I believe that nutrition isn't just about food, but your entire lifestyle as well. Taking care of yourself through movement, adequate sleep, stress management and intuitive eating are all components of living a healthy life and my goal is to help you find what will work best for your lifestyle and needs.
I am a Registered Dietitian and Registered Yoga Teacher and am passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through an overall lifestyle approach that is unique to each person. My focus is on helping clients create change in a balanced way, with a focus on intuitive eating and Health At Every Size. I believe that nutrition isn't just about food, but your entire lifestyle as well. Taking care of yourself through movement, adequate sleep, stress management and intuitive eating are all components of living a healthy life and my goal is to help you find what will work best for your lifestyle and needs.
Does food and nutrition cause you anxiety and stress? Are you struggling with improving your health through diet or exercise? Ashley works with clients to develop a balanced approach to meals and helps clients learn a healthy relationship towards food that can be incorporated into a lasting lifestyle change.
Does food and nutrition cause you anxiety and stress? Are you struggling with improving your health through diet or exercise? Ashley works with clients to develop a balanced approach to meals and helps clients learn a healthy relationship towards food that can be incorporated into a lasting lifestyle change.
Finding a dietitian who can personalize a program for your needs, and empower you to make healthier dietary lifestyle choices is a big decision. The benefits of this journey are oftentimes the greatest gift you can give yourself or to someone you love. My role is to help educate, guide, coach, and support you so that you can achieve your goals. I’ve had the privilege of working in this profession for many years, and feel a deep connection to my work and the clients I serve. Major Areas of Specialization: Pediatric Nutrition, Clinical Adult Nutrition, Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Food Allergies, High Cholesterol.
Finding a dietitian who can personalize a program for your needs, and empower you to make healthier dietary lifestyle choices is a big decision. The benefits of this journey are oftentimes the greatest gift you can give yourself or to someone you love. My role is to help educate, guide, coach, and support you so that you can achieve your goals. I’ve had the privilege of working in this profession for many years, and feel a deep connection to my work and the clients I serve. Major Areas of Specialization: Pediatric Nutrition, Clinical Adult Nutrition, Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Food Allergies, High Cholesterol.
As a Registered Dietitian, trained at The University of Virginia Health System, I have almost a decade of experience providing adults and children with clinical nutrition support and nutrition counseling. Through my private practice, I provide nutrition counseling and support to people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating or who want to become intuitive eaters. My clients don’t fit one mold. Some step down to work with me from higher levels of eating disorder care, some are tired of being wrapped up in diet culture and food rules and others want to learn how they can begin practicing intuitive eating.
As a Registered Dietitian, trained at The University of Virginia Health System, I have almost a decade of experience providing adults and children with clinical nutrition support and nutrition counseling. Through my private practice, I provide nutrition counseling and support to people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating or who want to become intuitive eaters. My clients don’t fit one mold. Some step down to work with me from higher levels of eating disorder care, some are tired of being wrapped up in diet culture and food rules and others want to learn how they can begin practicing intuitive eating.
Vida is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping others improve their relationship with food and their bodies through a weight inclusive and HAES approach. She combines her extensive knowledge base and compassionate nature to create a trusting, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for clients.
Vida is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping others improve their relationship with food and their bodies through a weight inclusive and HAES approach. She combines her extensive knowledge base and compassionate nature to create a trusting, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for clients.
As a dietitian with a non-diet approach, my nutrition philosophy is rooted in intuitive eating, honoring our bodies, and experiencing joyful movement.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating, including client's with ARFID. As a previous collegiate athlete, I also enjoy working with athletes who are exploring their relationship with food and movement.
As a dietitian with a non-diet approach, my nutrition philosophy is rooted in intuitive eating, honoring our bodies, and experiencing joyful movement.
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating, including client's with ARFID. As a previous collegiate athlete, I also enjoy working with athletes who are exploring their relationship with food and movement.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating. After completing her Bachelors in psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Jenna worked in clinical research with adolescents with disordered eating at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. She then went on to pursue her Masters of Public Health in Nutritional Sciences and Dietetic Internship at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. While in school, Jenna conducted research on family feeding practices and experiences of weight stigma.
Jenna is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating. After completing her Bachelors in psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Jenna worked in clinical research with adolescents with disordered eating at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. She then went on to pursue her Masters of Public Health in Nutritional Sciences and Dietetic Internship at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. While in school, Jenna conducted research on family feeding practices and experiences of weight stigma.
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.