Meal Plan Nutritionists and Dietitians in Herndon, VA

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Samantha Smith
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CPT
Herndon, VA 20170
Samantha is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who obtained her bachelors degree in Nutritional Sciences from The Pennsylvania State University. Then she went on to complete her Dietetic Internship with Virginia Tech. Samantha prioritizes her patients health goals first and foremost. She is especially passionate about helping clients with sustainable weight management (weight gain or weight loss). As well as helping clients navigate nutrition with GI issues, skin issues, and diabetes management.
Samantha is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who obtained her bachelors degree in Nutritional Sciences from The Pennsylvania State University. Then she went on to complete her Dietetic Internship with Virginia Tech. Samantha prioritizes her patients health goals first and foremost. She is especially passionate about helping clients with sustainable weight management (weight gain or weight loss). As well as helping clients navigate nutrition with GI issues, skin issues, and diabetes management.
(571) 554-5716 View (571) 554-5716
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Ashley Palatiello
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CEDRD
Herndon, VA 20170
Ashley encourages her clients to improve their relationships with food by preparing individualized meal plans, implementing food exposure, and providing nutrition education in a supportive environment.
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.
Ashley encourages her clients to improve their relationships with food by preparing individualized meal plans, implementing food exposure, and providing nutrition education in a supportive environment.
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.
(703) 997-4405 x1 View (703) 997-4405 x1
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Nour Zibdeh
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CLT
Herndon, VA 20170
I help people eliminate acid reflux, stomach pain, gas, bloating, constipation, & diarrhea. Many of my patients have IBS, GERD/LPR, SIBO, IBD, Crohn's, colitis, or celiac disease. I also help eliminate issues that spread beyond the gut like chronic fatigue, food/environmental allergies, fibromyalgia, muscle/joint pain, brain fog, migraines/headaches, skin & thyroid problems, and autoimmune diseases. We'll get you tested and then identify which foods & supplements are right for you. Don't depend on medications that are only short-term band solutions with side effects. Book your first assessment session: www.nourzibdeh.com/getstarted
I help people eliminate acid reflux, stomach pain, gas, bloating, constipation, & diarrhea. Many of my patients have IBS, GERD/LPR, SIBO, IBD, Crohn's, colitis, or celiac disease. I also help eliminate issues that spread beyond the gut like chronic fatigue, food/environmental allergies, fibromyalgia, muscle/joint pain, brain fog, migraines/headaches, skin & thyroid problems, and autoimmune diseases. We'll get you tested and then identify which foods & supplements are right for you. Don't depend on medications that are only short-term band solutions with side effects. Book your first assessment session: www.nourzibdeh.com/getstarted
(571) 229-5792 View (571) 229-5792
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Vanessa Berenstein
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RD, FMN, CCH
Serves Area
With over 15 years of experience helping leaders detox holistically and elevate their vitality, I combine science, ancient wisdom, and spiritual insight to guide deep transformation. In just one session, you'll gain clarity on the root causes of your health blocks, receive a personalized, actionable roadmap, and walk away feeling empowered, energized, and aligned with your highest potential.
With over 15 years of experience helping leaders detox holistically and elevate their vitality, I combine science, ancient wisdom, and spiritual insight to guide deep transformation. In just one session, you'll gain clarity on the root causes of your health blocks, receive a personalized, actionable roadmap, and walk away feeling empowered, energized, and aligned with your highest potential.
(646) 395-9643 View (646) 395-9643
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Nutrition Consult LLC, Uma Sridhar
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDCES
Serves Area
She works closely with Diabetes patients (Pre-diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Type I and Type 2 Diabetes) and offer individual counseling and personalized meal plan.
"My practice includes weight management and general disease management. I understand your stress and anxiety when you become helpless in reaching your goal of healthy living. I help you reach your goals. When you talk, I listen. Your success is my success"!
She works closely with Diabetes patients (Pre-diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Type I and Type 2 Diabetes) and offer individual counseling and personalized meal plan.
"My practice includes weight management and general disease management. I understand your stress and anxiety when you become helpless in reaching your goal of healthy living. I help you reach your goals. When you talk, I listen. Your success is my success"!
(703) 596-8459 View (703) 596-8459

More Dietitians and Nutritionists Nearby

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Jamese Tanner
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, QMHP, RDN, LD
Fairfax, VA 22030
I am a Registered Dietitian (RD) at ELLAD Preventative, committed to delivering evidence-based, holistic nutrition care tailored to each individual’s needs. As a dietitian, I provide evidence based nutrition counseling grounded in scientific research and focused on helping clients achieve sustainable, realistic improvements in their health and wellbeing. I support individuals across a range of areas including weight management, gastrointestinal health, chronic disease management, women’s health, and healthy eating. My approach combines medical nutrition therapy with practical lifestyle strategies that fit into everyday life.
I am a Registered Dietitian (RD) at ELLAD Preventative, committed to delivering evidence-based, holistic nutrition care tailored to each individual’s needs. As a dietitian, I provide evidence based nutrition counseling grounded in scientific research and focused on helping clients achieve sustainable, realistic improvements in their health and wellbeing. I support individuals across a range of areas including weight management, gastrointestinal health, chronic disease management, women’s health, and healthy eating. My approach combines medical nutrition therapy with practical lifestyle strategies that fit into everyday life.
(804) 603-9801 View (804) 603-9801
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Paula Harrison
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, IFNCP, CLT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner. I use a "food as medicine" approach to help clients improve their health, alleviate symptoms, and minimize their need for medication. I like to educate my clients on the role of diet in disease prevention as well.
I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner. I use a "food as medicine" approach to help clients improve their health, alleviate symptoms, and minimize their need for medication. I like to educate my clients on the role of diet in disease prevention as well.
(804) 294-4157 View (804) 294-4157
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Tara Lavani
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Fairfax, VA 22030
In your first session, we will perform an assessment to understand your issues and goals and create a personalized Nutrition meal plan, including cultural preferences, menu planning and ongoing coaching that will bring you to your goal.
Tarannum Lavani is a highly accomplished Registered Dietitian with over 18 years of clinical and community nutrition experience across Canada and the USA. She holds a Master’s degree in Foods and Nutrition from India and a second Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from the New York Institute of Technology, NY.
In your first session, we will perform an assessment to understand your issues and goals and create a personalized Nutrition meal plan, including cultural preferences, menu planning and ongoing coaching that will bring you to your goal.
Tarannum Lavani is a highly accomplished Registered Dietitian with over 18 years of clinical and community nutrition experience across Canada and the USA. She holds a Master’s degree in Foods and Nutrition from India and a second Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from the New York Institute of Technology, NY.
(571) 540-9015 View (571) 540-9015
Theresa O'Donnell
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Vienna, VA 22182
I treat each person in a holistic manner balancing mind, body and spirit for optimum health. I am dedicated to finding the best wellness approach uniquely suited to each individual's needs to make lasting health changes for eating disorders, IBS, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, migraines, gastrointestinal issues, autoimmune disease, cardiovascular health, Hypertension, high cholesterol, sports nutrition and weight management issues.
I treat each person in a holistic manner balancing mind, body and spirit for optimum health. I am dedicated to finding the best wellness approach uniquely suited to each individual's needs to make lasting health changes for eating disorders, IBS, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, migraines, gastrointestinal issues, autoimmune disease, cardiovascular health, Hypertension, high cholesterol, sports nutrition and weight management issues.
(703) 468-4954 View (703) 468-4954
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Farrell Dietitian Services
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, FAND
Serves Area
Health and nutrition means being able to live an enjoyable life that is free from major illness and disease.
Health and nutrition means being able to live an enjoyable life that is free from major illness and disease.
(540) 380-8868 View (540) 380-8868
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Mary Frances Hartley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
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.
(571) 200-5505 View (571) 200-5505
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Michelle K. Berman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Online Only
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.
(571) 470-5817 View (571) 470-5817
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Lani Page deGuia
Nutritionist/Dietitian, CNS, LDN, MSACN, MS Ed
Online Only
I provide personalized meal plans, clinical herbalism recommendations, functional lab testing, and more.
I am a board licensed Certified Nutrition Specialist and licensed dietitian nutritionist who provides a functional nutrition approach, sensitive to culture and race. I look for the root causes to your health issues through a multifactorial approach. I provide medical nutrition therapy for women's health, perimenopause/menopause, autoimmune disease, metabolic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, inflammation, and GI issues. My goal is to help you understand how to live an anti-inflammatory lifestyle and develop systems in your life to make optimized health sustainable.
I provide personalized meal plans, clinical herbalism recommendations, functional lab testing, and more.
I am a board licensed Certified Nutrition Specialist and licensed dietitian nutritionist who provides a functional nutrition approach, sensitive to culture and race. I look for the root causes to your health issues through a multifactorial approach. I provide medical nutrition therapy for women's health, perimenopause/menopause, autoimmune disease, metabolic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, inflammation, and GI issues. My goal is to help you understand how to live an anti-inflammatory lifestyle and develop systems in your life to make optimized health sustainable.
(571) 998-1954 View (571) 998-1954
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Mara M Davis
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CD-N
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22315
I am a registered dietitian with 16 years’ experience in the nutrition and wellness field. I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse populations. I am very passionate about helping patients and clients achieve optimal health and well-being.
I am a registered dietitian with 16 years’ experience in the nutrition and wellness field. I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse populations. I am very passionate about helping patients and clients achieve optimal health and well-being.
(703) 688-8742 View (703) 688-8742
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Cheryl Mirabella
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, NHC
Online Only
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!
(703) 596-0029 View (703) 596-0029
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Alison Hall
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD
2 Endorsed
Leesburg, VA 20176
Alison was driven to the eating disorder field after her experiences as a competitive gymnast and Division 1 collegiate athlete. She is passionate about helping all individuals with varying backgrounds and all eating disorders through individualized care with a particular interest in pediatrics and athletes. She practices within the Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size (HAES) principles by walking alongside clients to help them heal their relationship with food and themselves.
Alison was driven to the eating disorder field after her experiences as a competitive gymnast and Division 1 collegiate athlete. She is passionate about helping all individuals with varying backgrounds and all eating disorders through individualized care with a particular interest in pediatrics and athletes. She practices within the Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size (HAES) principles by walking alongside clients to help them heal their relationship with food and themselves.
(571) 601-1917 View (571) 601-1917
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Amelia Brett Foley
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN
Serves Area
I am a white, queer, registered dietitian (RDN) and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with extensive experience in food justice, trauma-aware counseling, and embodiment coaching. I am passionate about helping clients cultivate more connected, easeful relationships with food and their bodies. ​ Whether you're seeking to heal from an eating disorder, manage a health condition, or generally nourish your body with more care, trust, and respect, I welcome the opportunity to work with you towards your personal goals.
I am a white, queer, registered dietitian (RDN) and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with extensive experience in food justice, trauma-aware counseling, and embodiment coaching. I am passionate about helping clients cultivate more connected, easeful relationships with food and their bodies. ​ Whether you're seeking to heal from an eating disorder, manage a health condition, or generally nourish your body with more care, trust, and respect, I welcome the opportunity to work with you towards your personal goals.
(301) 215-2651 View (301) 215-2651
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Symphony Nutrition, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, LDN, CNS
Online Only
Do you struggle with shifting hormones, hot flashes, poor sleep, gastrointestinal distress, and menopausal weight gain? Knowing where to start, what to do, and who to trust is frustrating. With the abundance of conflicting information out there it’s easy to feel overwhelmed especially if you don’t see or feel results quickly. You need personalized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations to support what works best for your health condition, not another random diet that is destined to fail.
Do you struggle with shifting hormones, hot flashes, poor sleep, gastrointestinal distress, and menopausal weight gain? Knowing where to start, what to do, and who to trust is frustrating. With the abundance of conflicting information out there it’s easy to feel overwhelmed especially if you don’t see or feel results quickly. You need personalized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations to support what works best for your health condition, not another random diet that is destined to fail.
(703) 576-5041 View (703) 576-5041
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Robyn Engman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Ashburn, VA 20147
If you’re tired of overthinking food and just want a clear, realistic path to better health, you’re exactly who I work with. My clients are often burned out on diets, apps, and mixed messages, they want better energy, improved lab work, and confidence in their everyday food choices, but without rigid rules or guilt.
If you’re tired of overthinking food and just want a clear, realistic path to better health, you’re exactly who I work with. My clients are often burned out on diets, apps, and mixed messages, they want better energy, improved lab work, and confidence in their everyday food choices, but without rigid rules or guilt.
(571) 609-3471 View (571) 609-3471
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Dr Natalia Schroeder Nutrition & Wellness
Nutritionist/Dietitian, PhD, RD
Online Only
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.
(540) 701-4986 View (540) 701-4986
Meal Plan Nutritionists and Dietitians
What does menu planning involve?
Menu planning is a strategy used by many dietitians to help clients map out their intake for future meals, often with the goal of improving the quality of the client's diet and/or meeting certain nutritional requirements. Depending on the needs of the client, dietitians may prescribe specific foods for clients or suggest serving suggestions for foods, such as encouraging clients to consume a designated amount of protein or vegetables.

How can a dietitian help with menu planning?
A dietitian can help with menu planning by developing a tailored food plan that aligns with a client’s nutritional preferences and goals. The process typically starts with a nutritional assessment to determine the client’s baseline needs based on factors such as age, activity level, and medical conditions. This assessment is particularly useful for clients who are new to tracking their nutrient intake. Dietitians also provide guidance on portion control and optimizing nutrient intake to ensure a balanced diet. Additionally, if the dietitian specializes in a specific area, such as vegetarian diets or nutrition for athletes, they can offer expert advice to create menus that meet those particular needs while maintaining variety and overall nutritional balance.

Who can benefit from menu planning?
Many people can benefit from planning, as it can be both a time-saving and money-saving option that can also promote physical health. When meals are planned out ahead of time, individuals may be less likely to consume unhealthy alternatives or default to getting takeout food, which may be high in calories and sodium. Individuals with specific diet-related chronic conditions may particularly benefit from menu planning for accountability purposes and to ensure that their diet is supportive of their nutrition-related health goals, such as hypertension management or blood sugar regulation.