ADHD Nutritionists and Dietitians in Seattle, WA

Sara Kushner
Registered Dietitian, MS, RDN
Online Only
You may have found me because you have ADHD, autism, or both.
I absolutely love helping my clients do the difficult, often emotional work of processing food and body experiences through a neurodivergent-affirming lens. I show up to each and every client session armed not only with expertise and resources, but with empathy, compassion, and admiration for you, just for being here.
You may have found me because you have ADHD, autism, or both.
I absolutely love helping my clients do the difficult, often emotional work of processing food and body experiences through a neurodivergent-affirming lens. I show up to each and every client session armed not only with expertise and resources, but with empathy, compassion, and admiration for you, just for being here.
(425) 546-1581 View (425) 546-1581
Olivia Lynch
Registered Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CEDS
6 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115
Do you struggle with your relationship with food, your body, or both? Olivia works with adolescents, adults, and families — including those stepping down from higher levels of eating disorder care, managing chronic dieting, or looking for trauma-informed, weight-inclusive support that honors your goals, values, and lived experiences.
Do you struggle with your relationship with food, your body, or both? Olivia works with adolescents, adults, and families — including those stepping down from higher levels of eating disorder care, managing chronic dieting, or looking for trauma-informed, weight-inclusive support that honors your goals, values, and lived experiences.
(425) 645-5504 View (425) 645-5504
Creating Peace with Food, LLC
Registered Dietitian, RDN, CEDS-S, RD, LD, CD
Online Only
Licensed in WA, OR, MT, CT, NC & PA. Modalities: Motivational Interviewing, Executive Functioning Coaching, Brainspotting, ACT, CBT, Food-Related Exposure Therapy Hi! I'm Brandi, a nutrition therapist, parent coach, supervisor and speaker. I help adults, young adults and parents create attuned food and body relationships. My clinical specialties are eating disorders - all types, including ARFID, pediatric nutrition, food allergies, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, POTS, MCAS, PCOS, & Diabetes. Please see my website for a detailed list of how I can help you.
Licensed in WA, OR, MT, CT, NC & PA. Modalities: Motivational Interviewing, Executive Functioning Coaching, Brainspotting, ACT, CBT, Food-Related Exposure Therapy Hi! I'm Brandi, a nutrition therapist, parent coach, supervisor and speaker. I help adults, young adults and parents create attuned food and body relationships. My clinical specialties are eating disorders - all types, including ARFID, pediatric nutrition, food allergies, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, POTS, MCAS, PCOS, & Diabetes. Please see my website for a detailed list of how I can help you.
(253) 693-8980 View (253) 693-8980
Shelly Najjar
Registered Dietitian, MPH, RDN
Online Only
Ready to develop a better relationship with food, even with ADHD?
I help women with ADHD to develop a healthy and joyful relationship with food. My specialty is addressing the why and how we eat, blending mindset and practical tips to make nutrition and self-care easier. The process I use is based on science, experience, and you! We’ll work together to customize this process to best serve your specific needs.
Ready to develop a better relationship with food, even with ADHD?
I help women with ADHD to develop a healthy and joyful relationship with food. My specialty is addressing the why and how we eat, blending mindset and practical tips to make nutrition and self-care easier. The process I use is based on science, experience, and you! We’ll work together to customize this process to best serve your specific needs.
(206) 717-8543 View (206) 717-8543
Ash Linxwiler
Registered Dietitian, MPH, RD, CD
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
This approach can be particularly beneficial for patients who are neurodivergent ( ADHD/Autism/OCD/SPD) and those with auto-immune conditions.
You deserve to feel seen. You deserve equitable care. You deserve freedom in your relationship with food. I strive to provide a counseling environment that offers affirming care, a sense of belonging, and the tools you need to feel supported on your journey with food and your body.
This approach can be particularly beneficial for patients who are neurodivergent ( ADHD/Autism/OCD/SPD) and those with auto-immune conditions.
You deserve to feel seen. You deserve equitable care. You deserve freedom in your relationship with food. I strive to provide a counseling environment that offers affirming care, a sense of belonging, and the tools you need to feel supported on your journey with food and your body.
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Rochelle Adriano
Registered Dietitian, MPH, RDN
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I support families with growth concerns, picky eating and ARFID, neurodivergence ( ADHD, autism), and help adults manage conditions like IBS, IBD, CKD, and PCOS.
You may feel overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, frustrated that past approaches haven’t worked, or worried about your child's eating. You might be looking for guidance that fits your day-to-day life and supports your health - without rigid rules or food guilt. Many of my clients are individuals working on their nutrition habits, managing health conditions, families navigating feeding challenges, or neurodivergent adults and children who benefit from flexible, sensory-aware strategies around food. They all have one thing in common: wanting a more peaceful relationship with food.
I support families with growth concerns, picky eating and ARFID, neurodivergence ( ADHD, autism), and help adults manage conditions like IBS, IBD, CKD, and PCOS.
You may feel overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, frustrated that past approaches haven’t worked, or worried about your child's eating. You might be looking for guidance that fits your day-to-day life and supports your health - without rigid rules or food guilt. Many of my clients are individuals working on their nutrition habits, managing health conditions, families navigating feeding challenges, or neurodivergent adults and children who benefit from flexible, sensory-aware strategies around food. They all have one thing in common: wanting a more peaceful relationship with food.
(360) 997-4478 View (360) 997-4478
Olivia Cox
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD, CNSC
Online Only
My ideal client is someone who is looking to make sustainable lifestyle changes to improve their relationship with food. They are looking to make lasting changes to improve their quality of life to allow them to focus their precious time and energy on things not related to their body or food choices.
My ideal client is someone who is looking to make sustainable lifestyle changes to improve their relationship with food. They are looking to make lasting changes to improve their quality of life to allow them to focus their precious time and energy on things not related to their body or food choices.
(208) 551-1334 View (208) 551-1334
Paige Becker
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD, CD
Online Only
I also enjoy working with people with ADHD as I have experience with this temperament myself.
Hello! I'm a Registered Dietitian who's passionate about providing individualized nutrition care that considers the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. I aim to help clients improve their relationships with food, self-care, and their bodies from a Health At Every Size (HAES) perspective. My counseling approach is based in Intuitive Eating principles and bolstered by somatics and self-compassion-focused behavior change techniques. I'm also aware of the importance of nervous system regulation for positive, sustainable behavior change, thus I'm a proponent of the healing capacity of sensory-engaging practices (like art!)
I also enjoy working with people with ADHD as I have experience with this temperament myself.
Hello! I'm a Registered Dietitian who's passionate about providing individualized nutrition care that considers the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. I aim to help clients improve their relationships with food, self-care, and their bodies from a Health At Every Size (HAES) perspective. My counseling approach is based in Intuitive Eating principles and bolstered by somatics and self-compassion-focused behavior change techniques. I'm also aware of the importance of nervous system regulation for positive, sustainable behavior change, thus I'm a proponent of the healing capacity of sensory-engaging practices (like art!)
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Linden Hale
Registered Dietitian, MS, RD
Online Only
I specialize in eating disorders/disordered eating, digestive health, ADHD/ASD, sports nutrition, and relationships to food & body.
I currently practice virtually, allowing me to work with clients wherever they are most comfortable. Together, we will build a space that is safe for all bodies and brains to take up space and find ways that work best to meet your needs. I focus on interventions that align with your unique situation and center your experience.
I specialize in eating disorders/disordered eating, digestive health, ADHD/ASD, sports nutrition, and relationships to food & body.
I currently practice virtually, allowing me to work with clients wherever they are most comfortable. Together, we will build a space that is safe for all bodies and brains to take up space and find ways that work best to meet your needs. I focus on interventions that align with your unique situation and center your experience.
(253) 528-4979 View (253) 528-4979
Summit Nutrition Counseling
Registered Dietitian, MS, RD, CD
Online Only
We help with pediatric growth and feeding concerns, ADHD-related appetite challenges, selective eating, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, perimenopause, cholesterol, blood sugar, and sustainable nutrition changes.
We specialize in pediatric and family nutrition, ADHD-related appetite and growth concerns, women’s health, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, perimenopause, and metabolic health. Our practical, evidence-based approach helps clients build realistic strategies that support growth, energy, health, and a positive relationship with food.
We help with pediatric growth and feeding concerns, ADHD-related appetite challenges, selective eating, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, perimenopause, cholesterol, blood sugar, and sustainable nutrition changes.
We specialize in pediatric and family nutrition, ADHD-related appetite and growth concerns, women’s health, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, perimenopause, and metabolic health. Our practical, evidence-based approach helps clients build realistic strategies that support growth, energy, health, and a positive relationship with food.
(425) 629-0242 View (425) 629-0242
Retrospect Nutrition Counseling
Registered Dietitian, RDN, CD
Online Only
Helping you leave diet culture behind so that you can folks on all of the moving parts of food/eating! In nutrition counseling sessions with me you can expect: guidance with gaining autonomy and confidence with food choices, collaborative and individualized nutrition care, zero weight-loss recommendations, and support with demystifying nutrition information.
Helping you leave diet culture behind so that you can folks on all of the moving parts of food/eating! In nutrition counseling sessions with me you can expect: guidance with gaining autonomy and confidence with food choices, collaborative and individualized nutrition care, zero weight-loss recommendations, and support with demystifying nutrition information.
(206) 495-6133 View (206) 495-6133
Nabi Health
Registered Dietitian, MS, RDN, CEDS, CDCES, CLT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
At Nabi, we provide weight-inclusive, trauma-informed care that values lived experience over rigid rules and we believe true healing begins when the whole person is seen—not just a diagnosis.
At Nabi, we provide weight-inclusive, trauma-informed care that values lived experience over rigid rules and we believe true healing begins when the whole person is seen—not just a diagnosis.
(206) 905-4812 View (206) 905-4812
Laura K Chasteen
Registered Dietitian, MS, RDN
Online Only
Compassionate nutrition counseling, evidenced based Medical Nutrition Therapy.
Compassionate nutrition counseling, evidenced based Medical Nutrition Therapy.
(425) 946-2114 View (425) 946-2114
Emily Izer
Registered Dietitian, MS, RDN, CD
Online Only
If you’re struggling with your relationship to food, I’m here to help. Whether you have a diagnosed eating disorder, a GI condition that feels like it is limiting what you can eat, or simply feel like thoughts and worries about food are taking up too much of your life, you deserve support.
If you’re struggling with your relationship to food, I’m here to help. Whether you have a diagnosed eating disorder, a GI condition that feels like it is limiting what you can eat, or simply feel like thoughts and worries about food are taking up too much of your life, you deserve support.
(206) 761-0540 View (206) 761-0540
Reiko Sudduth | Rocket Nutrition
Registered Dietitian, MS, RDN, CD
Seattle, WA 98115
Are you ready to make a change to improve your health? Do you have questions or concerns regarding nutrition for you or your family? Whether you are looking to prevent a health condition, to heal from a condition or simply to reduce your symptoms, your approach to eating and taking care of yourself can have a profound effect on your health. We can work together to bring clarity and create the best plan to meet your health goals. I provide individualized nutritional counseling to people of all ages to help establish diet and lifestyle habits that serve their unique needs.
Are you ready to make a change to improve your health? Do you have questions or concerns regarding nutrition for you or your family? Whether you are looking to prevent a health condition, to heal from a condition or simply to reduce your symptoms, your approach to eating and taking care of yourself can have a profound effect on your health. We can work together to bring clarity and create the best plan to meet your health goals. I provide individualized nutritional counseling to people of all ages to help establish diet and lifestyle habits that serve their unique needs.
(774) 234-8318 View (774) 234-8318
VeggieLush Nutrition
Registered Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN
Online Only
I help women with PCOS, endometriosis, and fertility challenges improve symptoms, reduce pain and inflammation, and get more regular cycles — without restrictive dieting. My anti-inflammatory approach supports hormone balance, metabolism, and fertility with tasty food. No calorie counting. No cutting out entire food groups. Just science-backed nutrition that fits your real life. Together, we’ll work on: • Regulating cycles and easing PMS or period pain • Improving blood sugar, energy, and metabolism • Supporting fertility and pregnancy • Choosing evidence-based supplements • Creating a sustainable movement routine
I help women with PCOS, endometriosis, and fertility challenges improve symptoms, reduce pain and inflammation, and get more regular cycles — without restrictive dieting. My anti-inflammatory approach supports hormone balance, metabolism, and fertility with tasty food. No calorie counting. No cutting out entire food groups. Just science-backed nutrition that fits your real life. Together, we’ll work on: • Regulating cycles and easing PMS or period pain • Improving blood sugar, energy, and metabolism • Supporting fertility and pregnancy • Choosing evidence-based supplements • Creating a sustainable movement routine
(628) 227-1958 View (628) 227-1958
Jessica Morton
Registered Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CEDS
6 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115
Do you feel stuck in a cycle with food — trying to "be good," then feeling like things spiral? Have you spent a lot of time with diets or rules that worked briefly but never felt sustainable? Jessica works with people who are tired of thinking about food all the time and are ready to approach their relationship with eating through curiosity, not judgment.
Do you feel stuck in a cycle with food — trying to "be good," then feeling like things spiral? Have you spent a lot of time with diets or rules that worked briefly but never felt sustainable? Jessica works with people who are tired of thinking about food all the time and are ready to approach their relationship with eating through curiosity, not judgment.
(425) 371-3449 View (425) 371-3449
Madeleine Hutchison
Registered Dietitian, RDN, CD
13 Endorsed
Online Only
Taking the first step to heal your relationship with food and body can feel overwhelming! My goal is to ensure that you don’t have to walk that path alone. I am a dietitian with experience working with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. I believe the right path forward looks different for each person. Therefore, I take a trauma-informed and patient-centered approach. This is achieved through modeling genuine curiosity and empathy. Together, we will identify strategies that help you reclaim your health while maintaining a healthy relationship with food.
Taking the first step to heal your relationship with food and body can feel overwhelming! My goal is to ensure that you don’t have to walk that path alone. I am a dietitian with experience working with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. I believe the right path forward looks different for each person. Therefore, I take a trauma-informed and patient-centered approach. This is achieved through modeling genuine curiosity and empathy. Together, we will identify strategies that help you reclaim your health while maintaining a healthy relationship with food.
(206) 693-4243 View (206) 693-4243
Kathleen Putnam
Registered Dietitian, MS, RD
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My mission and vision is to prevent needless suffering caused by hurtful messaging and misinformation from our culture, family, or health care system that disrupts the connection and/or enjoyment of your body, food, and eating. Shame, guilt, and stigma have no place in healthcare. I am committed to providing trauma informed care and seek to help provide tools and skills to help learn to self regulate and improve tolerance connecting the body and eating. I provide practical, realistic strategies resulting in long-term success. Stop overthinking food, hating your body, emotional eating, or regrets. I'm here to help!
My mission and vision is to prevent needless suffering caused by hurtful messaging and misinformation from our culture, family, or health care system that disrupts the connection and/or enjoyment of your body, food, and eating. Shame, guilt, and stigma have no place in healthcare. I am committed to providing trauma informed care and seek to help provide tools and skills to help learn to self regulate and improve tolerance connecting the body and eating. I provide practical, realistic strategies resulting in long-term success. Stop overthinking food, hating your body, emotional eating, or regrets. I'm here to help!
(206) 258-8191 View (206) 258-8191
Grace Hensold
Registered Dietitian, RDN, LDN
6 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98115
Do you deal with a health condition that makes food feel confusing or stressful? Grace works with clients navigating cancer, diabetes, heart disease, GI issues, kidney disease, PCOS, menopause, and disordered eating. She's also a great fit for anyone who simply wants to feel more confident and energized around food, without the noise.
Do you deal with a health condition that makes food feel confusing or stressful? Grace works with clients navigating cancer, diabetes, heart disease, GI issues, kidney disease, PCOS, menopause, and disordered eating. She's also a great fit for anyone who simply wants to feel more confident and energized around food, without the noise.
(425) 966-2068 View (425) 966-2068
ADHD Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is ADHD?
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a behavioral condition characterized by difficulties in concentrating, impulsive actions, easy distractibility, and trouble staying still. ADHD is most commonly diagnosed in childhood, with symptoms starting as early as 3 years old, and is much more common in boys than girls. Individuals with ADHD often struggle to complete tasks at work or school, and they may experience challenges in their personal relationships due to communication issues. While some children may outgrow ADHD, many continue to experience symptoms into adulthood. Fortunately, there are effective ways to manage ADHD. A combination of therapy, medication, and behavioral modifications is most effective in treating ADHD.

How does nutrition affect ADHD?
While no evidence directly supports the idea that nutrition plays a causal role in the development of ADHD, nutrition can play a large role on the symptoms of ADHD. Certain foods may influence ADHD symptoms. Consumption of foods high in sugar or simple carbohydrates, such as white bread, may cause blood sugar spikes that exacerbate the symptoms of ADHD; indeed, maintaining stable blood sugar levels can be crucial for maintaining consistent energy and focus. Similarly, avoiding caffeine—found in coffee, tea, soda, and chocolate—is particularly important for those with ADHD, as excessive caffeine intake can exacerbate hyperactivity and inattention.

Can ADHD be cured with nutrition?
While no evidence currently supports the idea that ADHD can be cured with nutrition, dietary modifications alongside proven ADHD treatments may be highly effective in managing the condition. For instance, consuming sufficient protein, particularly at breakfast, has been shown to increase focus and attention, which is beneficial for individuals with ADHD. Additionally, consuming healthy fats, especially foods high in omega-3 fatty acids like salmon, can greatly improve brain health. Lastly, individuals with ADHD may benefit from the structure of a nutrition plan that ensures regularly balanced meals and consistent meal times.

When is it useful for people with ADHD to see a registered dietitian?
While many people, even without an ADHD diagnosis, may benefit from seeing a registered dietitian (RD), individuals with ADHD may particularly benefit from consultation with an RD to assist in constructing a diet that is supportive of ADHD symptom management. An RD may be able to assist clients in becoming aware of their sugar consumption or caffeine intake, for instance, and help clients develop strategies to reduce their consumption of these ingredients. In addition, RDs specializing in clients with ADHD may be uniquely knowledgeable about the effects that ADHD medications can have on food intake. Close to 80% of people who take stimulant medications, which are frequently used for ADHD, experience appetite suppression while taking the medication; RDs specializing in ADHD thus often help clients on stimulant medication for ADHD develop strategies that ensure adequate dietary intake while maintaining a high-quality diet.