Eating Disorders Nutritionists and Dietitians in Charlottesville, VA
My specialties include: eating disorders, binge eating disorder, disordered eating, women's health, and intuitive eating.
As a dietitian, I believe in the value of nourishing both the body and soul. Through our work together, I’ll help you cultivate a healthier relationship with food and your body. I work from a weight neutral, Health at Every Size perspective.
My specialties include: eating disorders, binge eating disorder, disordered eating, women's health, and intuitive eating.
As a dietitian, I believe in the value of nourishing both the body and soul. Through our work together, I’ll help you cultivate a healthier relationship with food and your body. I work from a weight neutral, Health at Every Size perspective.
Julie Knopp (she/her) is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Consultant (CEDS-C) who warmly supports individuals facing eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image struggles.
I’m the co-founder of CEDAR, a multidisciplinary center of excellence in eating disorder care. I specialize in outpatient treatment for both acute and less acute eating disorders, helping clients stay home and connected. My approach integrates FBT, intuitive eating, sports nutrition, hormone balance, and microbiome health for lasting recovery.
Julie Knopp (she/her) is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Consultant (CEDS-C) who warmly supports individuals facing eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image struggles.
I’m the co-founder of CEDAR, a multidisciplinary center of excellence in eating disorder care. I specialize in outpatient treatment for both acute and less acute eating disorders, helping clients stay home and connected. My approach integrates FBT, intuitive eating, sports nutrition, hormone balance, and microbiome health for lasting recovery.
My clients often struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating patterns or are wrapped up in diet culture and food rules.
I help my clients get to the root of their fractured relationship with food. We explore the connection between nutrition and gut health, sleep hygiene, stress management and fatigue. I often see light bulb moments for my clients as I explain why they are likely struggling with the things they describe.
My clients often struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating patterns or are wrapped up in diet culture and food rules.
I help my clients get to the root of their fractured relationship with food. We explore the connection between nutrition and gut health, sleep hygiene, stress management and fatigue. I often see light bulb moments for my clients as I explain why they are likely struggling with the things they describe.
Specialties include: Weight Loss, Pre-Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease, High blood pressure, High Cholesterol, PCOS, Fertility & Prenatal/Postnatal Nutrition, Lyme Disease recovery, Natural Remedies, Weight gain, Eating Disorders.
Providing excellent medical nutrition therapy in Harrisonburg since 2013.
Specialties include: Weight Loss, Pre-Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease, High blood pressure, High Cholesterol, PCOS, Fertility & Prenatal/Postnatal Nutrition, Lyme Disease recovery, Natural Remedies, Weight gain, Eating Disorders.
Providing excellent medical nutrition therapy in Harrisonburg since 2013.
You deserve a peaceful, respectful relationship with your body, a natural, enjoyable relationship with food, and a sustainable, joyful relationship with movement. If you are experiencing challenges or distress around the food you eat or the exercise you do (or do not do), you could benefit from nutrition support and intuitive eating guidance. If you are struggling with an eating disorder/disordered eating or are tired of cycling through diet after diet, you can expect to receive support that meets you where you are - together we can work towards full recovery.
You deserve a peaceful, respectful relationship with your body, a natural, enjoyable relationship with food, and a sustainable, joyful relationship with movement. If you are experiencing challenges or distress around the food you eat or the exercise you do (or do not do), you could benefit from nutrition support and intuitive eating guidance. If you are struggling with an eating disorder/disordered eating or are tired of cycling through diet after diet, you can expect to receive support that meets you where you are - together we can work towards full recovery.
Nourished Living, LLC (Nirvana Abou-Gabal)
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, CNS, LDN
Charlottesville, VA 22901
My philosophy in a nutshell: Deciding what to eat shouldn't be complicated. In a world where food and wellness are the new religion, I’m as undogmatic as they come. I practice from a Health at Every Size paradigm, and believe that nurturing (and healing) our relationship with food is just as important as WHAT we eat. I help women who are already carrying the world on their shoulders prioritize their health once again without restriction, deprivation, or shame. By focusing on our relationship with food, in addition to overall nutrition, we quite literally bring joy back to the table.
My philosophy in a nutshell: Deciding what to eat shouldn't be complicated. In a world where food and wellness are the new religion, I’m as undogmatic as they come. I practice from a Health at Every Size paradigm, and believe that nurturing (and healing) our relationship with food is just as important as WHAT we eat. I help women who are already carrying the world on their shoulders prioritize their health once again without restriction, deprivation, or shame. By focusing on our relationship with food, in addition to overall nutrition, we quite literally bring joy back to the table.
As a Doctor of Nutrition (PhD) and Registered Dietitian (RD), I am dedicated to guide you to achieve a healthy yet enjoyable eating pattern for YOU. My passion is to help you discover YOUR balance in mind, body, and spirit and eat at your best life! I believe in hearing your story, creating the space to meet you where you are at, and walking together to achieve your wholeness in health.
As a Doctor of Nutrition (PhD) and Registered Dietitian (RD), I am dedicated to guide you to achieve a healthy yet enjoyable eating pattern for YOU. My passion is to help you discover YOUR balance in mind, body, and spirit and eat at your best life! I believe in hearing your story, creating the space to meet you where you are at, and walking together to achieve your wholeness in health.
Are you tired of spending the last 10, 20, or even 30 years frustrated with dieting? Have you tried every diet, only to feel more confused and defeated with food? Do you struggle with losing and re-gaining the same unwanted weight? Do you have increased anxiety and stress around food after dieting?
Are you tired of spending the last 10, 20, or even 30 years frustrated with dieting? Have you tried every diet, only to feel more confused and defeated with food? Do you struggle with losing and re-gaining the same unwanted weight? Do you have increased anxiety and stress around food after dieting?
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Ready to transition to whole-food, plant-based nutrition and enjoyable exercise?
Ready to transition to whole-food, plant-based nutrition and enjoyable exercise?
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
Major Areas of Specialization: Pediatric Nutrition, Clinical Adult Nutrition, Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Food Allergies, High Cholesterol.
Gastrointestinal Disorders, Food-Mood Energy Healing, Premenstrual Syndrome, Vegetarianism, Chemical Dependency/Addictions, Hyperlipidemia and Food Allergies. Michelle helps children and their families adjust their eating habits and relationship with food, optimizing their health and well-being.
Major Areas of Specialization: Pediatric Nutrition, Clinical Adult Nutrition, Weight Management, Eating Disorders, Food Allergies, High Cholesterol.
Gastrointestinal Disorders, Food-Mood Energy Healing, Premenstrual Syndrome, Vegetarianism, Chemical Dependency/Addictions, Hyperlipidemia and Food Allergies. Michelle helps children and their families adjust their eating habits and relationship with food, optimizing their health and well-being.
Hi, I'm Britt Kern, a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, weight concerns, autoimmune disorders, digestive disorders, and food sensitivities.
My passion for this work stems from my belief that everyone deserves to experience joy and freedom around food. I understand that recovery from whatever you're struggling with is a deeply personal journey, and I am committed to providing personalized care that meets each individual’s unique needs.
Hi, I'm Britt Kern, a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, weight concerns, autoimmune disorders, digestive disorders, and food sensitivities.
My passion for this work stems from my belief that everyone deserves to experience joy and freedom around food. I understand that recovery from whatever you're struggling with is a deeply personal journey, and I am committed to providing personalized care that meets each individual’s unique needs.
I have experience working with vegetarian diets, celiac disease and eating disorders.
I am presently the Performance Dietitian for The Intrepid Spirit Center at A.T. Augusta Military Medical Center, providing Functional and Lifestyle Nutrition to active members of all branches of the military. Previously, I was the Sports Dietitian for George Mason University for 10 seasons servicing 500 Division I athletes on 22 sports teams.
I have experience working with vegetarian diets, celiac disease and eating disorders.
I am presently the Performance Dietitian for The Intrepid Spirit Center at A.T. Augusta Military Medical Center, providing Functional and Lifestyle Nutrition to active members of all branches of the military. Previously, I was the Sports Dietitian for George Mason University for 10 seasons servicing 500 Division I athletes on 22 sports teams.
Our caring team-based approach specializes in eating disorders, addictions and identity/transgender needs.
Cynthia Libby is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist dedicated to helping individuals repair their relationships with food, body image, and movement. With years of experience treating adolescents and adults, Cynthia specializes in addressing disordered eating, body image issues, and co-occurring mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. Her compassionate, client-centered approach fosters a healing environment where individuals can explore and redefine their relationship with food, away from the influence of diet culture.
Our caring team-based approach specializes in eating disorders, addictions and identity/transgender needs.
Cynthia Libby is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist dedicated to helping individuals repair their relationships with food, body image, and movement. With years of experience treating adolescents and adults, Cynthia specializes in addressing disordered eating, body image issues, and co-occurring mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. Her compassionate, client-centered approach fosters a healing environment where individuals can explore and redefine their relationship with food, away from the influence of diet culture.
I have specialized in the field of eating disorders for nearly a decade.
I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS), and have spent nearly a decade working in higher level of care treatment for eating disorder I'm passionate about helping those struggling with disordered eating to redefine their relationship with food and reframe some of their fear-based beliefs.
I have specialized in the field of eating disorders for nearly a decade.
I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS), and have spent nearly a decade working in higher level of care treatment for eating disorder I'm passionate about helping those struggling with disordered eating to redefine their relationship with food and reframe some of their fear-based beliefs.
I am passionate about working with those who have eating disorders and those who struggle with their relationship with food.
I have extensive experience in the eating disorder field and I believe that all individuals are worthy of recovery. I provide a non judgemental environment while promoting self compassion. I believe in a Health at Every Size approach. I also have experience in diabetes management, PCOS, cardiovascular and pediatric nutrition.
I am passionate about working with those who have eating disorders and those who struggle with their relationship with food.
I have extensive experience in the eating disorder field and I believe that all individuals are worthy of recovery. I provide a non judgemental environment while promoting self compassion. I believe in a Health at Every Size approach. I also have experience in diabetes management, PCOS, cardiovascular and pediatric nutrition.
She specializes in a food-relationship first approach for a variety of health concerns including heart and metabolic health, food peace with GLP-1s, Intuitive Eating and body image coaching, nutrition for mental health, plant-based eating, eating disorders and disordered eating, PCOS, perimenopause/menopause, and IBS and digestion.
Joanna provides virtual nutrition therapy and Intuitive Eating counseling. She utilizes psychological modalities of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support clients in getting in touch with their hunger and fullness and moving away from unhelpful thoughts about food and body and toward their meaningful life.
She specializes in a food-relationship first approach for a variety of health concerns including heart and metabolic health, food peace with GLP-1s, Intuitive Eating and body image coaching, nutrition for mental health, plant-based eating, eating disorders and disordered eating, PCOS, perimenopause/menopause, and IBS and digestion.
Joanna provides virtual nutrition therapy and Intuitive Eating counseling. She utilizes psychological modalities of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support clients in getting in touch with their hunger and fullness and moving away from unhelpful thoughts about food and body and toward their meaningful life.
Issues we can tackle together: eating disorders, gut health (IBS, SIBO, UC), yo-yo dieting, weight management, prenatal nutrition, postpartum nutrition, childhood nutrition, and/or preventative nutrition.
My main goal is to keep nutrition manageable, fun, and realistic. When we look at the whole picture that is you, including stress, sleep, and movement and we come up together with a plan. Be warned, thinking out side of the box is a specialty of mine (got to keep things interesting)!
Issues we can tackle together: eating disorders, gut health (IBS, SIBO, UC), yo-yo dieting, weight management, prenatal nutrition, postpartum nutrition, childhood nutrition, and/or preventative nutrition.
My main goal is to keep nutrition manageable, fun, and realistic. When we look at the whole picture that is you, including stress, sleep, and movement and we come up together with a plan. Be warned, thinking out side of the box is a specialty of mine (got to keep things interesting)!
I’m a Registered Dietitian specializing in eating disorder recovery, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, and OSFED.
I use a HAES and Intuitive Eating approach, rooted in body neutrality and overall well-being—not weight. Sessions are client-centered and collaborative. You know your body best; I’m here to support you in building a peaceful, sustainable relationship with food.
I’m a Registered Dietitian specializing in eating disorder recovery, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, and OSFED.
I use a HAES and Intuitive Eating approach, rooted in body neutrality and overall well-being—not weight. Sessions are client-centered and collaborative. You know your body best; I’m here to support you in building a peaceful, sustainable relationship with food.
My name is Jenna Albert and I am a Registered Dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating.
I believe each person is the expert of their own body, and am here to support and affirm you in building body trust as you nourish yourself. I develop strong rapport with my clients that allows me to hold them accountable in meeting their goals, while also supporting them because this work can be hard!
My name is Jenna Albert and I am a Registered Dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating.
I believe each person is the expert of their own body, and am here to support and affirm you in building body trust as you nourish yourself. I develop strong rapport with my clients that allows me to hold them accountable in meeting their goals, while also supporting them because this work can be hard!
I specialize in intuitive eating, mindfulness, eating disorders, emotional eating, food allergies and sensitivities, vegan and vegetarian diets, diabetes, PCOS, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, IBS and more.
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 specialize in intuitive eating, mindfulness, eating disorders, emotional eating, food allergies and sensitivities, vegan and vegetarian diets, diabetes, PCOS, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, IBS and more.
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.
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.