Intuitive Eating Nutritionists and Dietitians in University Place, WA
Have you ever been told you’ll just have to “live with it”? That feeling of defeat can be heavy—but what if it didn’t have to be? Imagine feeling empowered, knowing you have an ally on your health journey—someone who listens, holds space, and keeps you accountable to the changes you want to make. Together, we begin with the foundation of nutrition, sleep, movement, and self-care—building a path toward lasting wellness. You’re not alone. You’re supported, seen, and encouraged to reclaim your health—because you deserve to feel better.
Have you ever been told you’ll just have to “live with it”? That feeling of defeat can be heavy—but what if it didn’t have to be? Imagine feeling empowered, knowing you have an ally on your health journey—someone who listens, holds space, and keeps you accountable to the changes you want to make. Together, we begin with the foundation of nutrition, sleep, movement, and self-care—building a path toward lasting wellness. You’re not alone. You’re supported, seen, and encouraged to reclaim your health—because you deserve to feel better.
Struggling with gut issues, fatigue, PCOS, hormone imbalances, Hashimoto’s, or an eating disorder?
You don’t have to stay stuck or keep guessing. I specialize in root-cause, personalized nutrition—starting with the basics and gradually building step by step to support and strengthen your whole self. Together we’ll balance hormones, heal your gut, reduce inflammation, and restore lasting energy.
From bloat to burnout, cravings to confidence, I’ll guide you with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. Take charge of your health, claim your power, and step into the vibrant life you deserve—your best self is waiting!
Struggling with gut issues, fatigue, PCOS, hormone imbalances, Hashimoto’s, or an eating disorder?
You don’t have to stay stuck or keep guessing. I specialize in root-cause, personalized nutrition—starting with the basics and gradually building step by step to support and strengthen your whole self. Together we’ll balance hormones, heal your gut, reduce inflammation, and restore lasting energy.
From bloat to burnout, cravings to confidence, I’ll guide you with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. Take charge of your health, claim your power, and step into the vibrant life you deserve—your best self is waiting!
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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!
Hello, I'm Dr. Murtazina - welcome to my practice! I offer advanced nutrition services based on medical and holistic functional approach. My goal is to help clients achieve the best health and wellness, while maintaining enjoyable relationship with food.
Hello, I'm Dr. Murtazina - welcome to my practice! I offer advanced nutrition services based on medical and holistic functional approach. My goal is to help clients achieve the best health and wellness, while maintaining enjoyable relationship with food.
My counseling approach is based in Intuitive Eating principles and bolstered by somatics and self-compassion-focused behavior change techniques.
I see clients with eating disorders (including ARFID), general disordered eating, weight concerns and/or body image struggles. I also enjoy working with people with ADHD as I have experience with this temperament myself. Other interest areas include GI issues / IBS, blood sugar concerns, PCOS, and women's health.
My counseling approach is based in Intuitive Eating principles and bolstered by somatics and self-compassion-focused behavior change techniques.
I see clients with eating disorders (including ARFID), general disordered eating, weight concerns and/or body image struggles. I also enjoy working with people with ADHD as I have experience with this temperament myself. Other interest areas include GI issues / IBS, blood sugar concerns, PCOS, and women's health.
As a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, I assist my clients in establishing a healthy relationship with food and their body.
I help individuals overcome food anxiety, end chronic dieting, and create a balanced approach for eating and movement. We will work together to develop realistic changes that honors the uniqueness of you. I approach sessions with kindness and humor, understanding that challenging work feels less challenging when you have someone to laugh with.
As a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, I assist my clients in establishing a healthy relationship with food and their body.
I help individuals overcome food anxiety, end chronic dieting, and create a balanced approach for eating and movement. We will work together to develop realistic changes that honors the uniqueness of you. I approach sessions with kindness and humor, understanding that challenging work feels less challenging when you have someone to laugh with.
Diagnosed with PCOS? Struggling with digestive issues, period problems, thyroid problems, fertility challenges, or menopause symp? Experiencing symptoms of fatigue, low energy, bloating, acne, and/ or hair loss? If you’re finding it difficult to get answers from your doctor, or if you were simply told "your labs look normal", and are tired of the trial-and-error approach, wasting time and money on random supplements and treatments, know that there's a better solution. You deserve to have the tools to learn how to manage your health issues, heal your body, and feel like yourself while living a life you love to its fullest potential.
Diagnosed with PCOS? Struggling with digestive issues, period problems, thyroid problems, fertility challenges, or menopause symp? Experiencing symptoms of fatigue, low energy, bloating, acne, and/ or hair loss? If you’re finding it difficult to get answers from your doctor, or if you were simply told "your labs look normal", and are tired of the trial-and-error approach, wasting time and money on random supplements and treatments, know that there's a better solution. You deserve to have the tools to learn how to manage your health issues, heal your body, and feel like yourself while living a life you love to its fullest potential.
You’re probably sick of the bandaid approach by now and want to get to the root-cause of your symptoms like weight gain, blood sugar concerns, PCOS, irregular cycles, or fertility struggles. You’re also probably tired of feeling like your healthcare providers barely listen in the few minutes you get with them (and send you off with a prescription). It’s frustrating to feel like nobody hears your struggle or can provide the support you know deserve. You can be helped and you can feel better - medication and being stuck in this cycle are not your only options! The good news? You’re already on the right track by seeking my help.
You’re probably sick of the bandaid approach by now and want to get to the root-cause of your symptoms like weight gain, blood sugar concerns, PCOS, irregular cycles, or fertility struggles. You’re also probably tired of feeling like your healthcare providers barely listen in the few minutes you get with them (and send you off with a prescription). It’s frustrating to feel like nobody hears your struggle or can provide the support you know deserve. You can be helped and you can feel better - medication and being stuck in this cycle are not your only options! The good news? You’re already on the right track by seeking my help.
I believe in the principles of intuitive eating and use the internal family systems model when working with clients.
Struggling with disordered eating can be isolating and scary and no one should have to go it alone. I offer individualized 1:1 support to those wanting to heal their relationship with food. I am rooted in a Health at Every Size and social justice framework. I offer a harm reduction approach to all clients and believe that "recovery" is something that is unique to and should be defined by each person.
I believe in the principles of intuitive eating and use the internal family systems model when working with clients.
Struggling with disordered eating can be isolating and scary and no one should have to go it alone. I offer individualized 1:1 support to those wanting to heal their relationship with food. I am rooted in a Health at Every Size and social justice framework. I offer a harm reduction approach to all clients and believe that "recovery" is something that is unique to and should be defined by each person.
Through my experience, I have fine-tuned my focus areas towards gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmune conditions, sports nutrition, intuitive eating and disease prevention.
I offer a integrative approach to care, considering the interconnected relationships between food patterns and habits, physical activity and movement, stress management and resilience, sleep quality and restoration as well as other lifestyle factors.
Through my experience, I have fine-tuned my focus areas towards gastrointestinal disorders, autoimmune conditions, sports nutrition, intuitive eating and disease prevention.
I offer a integrative approach to care, considering the interconnected relationships between food patterns and habits, physical activity and movement, stress management and resilience, sleep quality and restoration as well as other lifestyle factors.
Looking for a way to improve eating behaviors, gut issues, or hormone imbalancement? Do doctors says that everything looks normal but you know that something is off? We help you by looking for the root cause and use a weight neutral, and shame-fee approach to support you so you can eat healthier, manage cravings, improve sleep, and increase your energy so that you can experience more memories with your family.
Looking for a way to improve eating behaviors, gut issues, or hormone imbalancement? Do doctors says that everything looks normal but you know that something is off? We help you by looking for the root cause and use a weight neutral, and shame-fee approach to support you so you can eat healthier, manage cravings, improve sleep, and increase your energy so that you can experience more memories with your family.
We utilize evidence-based philosophies, including a Weight-Neutral approach, Intuitive Eating, Self-Compassion, Body Liberation, Embodiment, a Non-Diet approach, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and the Division of Responsibility.
Ash & Birch Counseling is a mental health and nutrition counseling group practice located in Puyallup, Washington. We provide compassionate support for individuals seeking healing and balance. Our weight-inclusive approach fosters a safe space where clients can rediscover the joy of eating without guilt or restriction.
We help preteens, teenagers, and adults navigate concerns such as eating disorders, body image distress, chronic dieting, diabetes, pregnancy-related nutrition, reproductive health, menopause, perimenopause, and nutrition-related diagnoses. Wherever you are in your journey, we’re here to support you.
We utilize evidence-based philosophies, including a Weight-Neutral approach, Intuitive Eating, Self-Compassion, Body Liberation, Embodiment, a Non-Diet approach, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and the Division of Responsibility.
Ash & Birch Counseling is a mental health and nutrition counseling group practice located in Puyallup, Washington. We provide compassionate support for individuals seeking healing and balance. Our weight-inclusive approach fosters a safe space where clients can rediscover the joy of eating without guilt or restriction.
We help preteens, teenagers, and adults navigate concerns such as eating disorders, body image distress, chronic dieting, diabetes, pregnancy-related nutrition, reproductive health, menopause, perimenopause, and nutrition-related diagnoses. Wherever you are in your journey, we’re here to support you.
We'll untangle from the harmful messages that create shame & blame around eating and movement & cultivate practices in intuitive eating & mindfulness that are rooted in traditional ways of knowing.
Our bodies are our first homes. And yet, the struggle to belong in our skin and bones is widespread. From an early age, we are taught to mistrust our bodies; tune out its sensations and longings. We exile the parts of us that society deems unsavory to the point where the pain, grief, and loneliness of not belonging feel like our only option. You are here because you know you deserve to belong in your body. I am here to witness your journey toward building a loving and embodied relationship with yourself and the world around you.
We'll untangle from the harmful messages that create shame & blame around eating and movement & cultivate practices in intuitive eating & mindfulness that are rooted in traditional ways of knowing.
Our bodies are our first homes. And yet, the struggle to belong in our skin and bones is widespread. From an early age, we are taught to mistrust our bodies; tune out its sensations and longings. We exile the parts of us that society deems unsavory to the point where the pain, grief, and loneliness of not belonging feel like our only option. You are here because you know you deserve to belong in your body. I am here to witness your journey toward building a loving and embodied relationship with yourself and the world around you.
As weight-neutral providers, we understand that food is social, emotional, and cultural. One way of eating doesn’t fit all, and knowing which foods optimally fuel your body is complex. Our goal is to empower you with nutritional education, support, and strategy so you can live the life you choose.
As weight-neutral providers, we understand that food is social, emotional, and cultural. One way of eating doesn’t fit all, and knowing which foods optimally fuel your body is complex. Our goal is to empower you with nutritional education, support, and strategy so you can live the life you choose.
We will focus on mechanical eating to help you heal from an eating disorder or intuitive eating for those further in recovery.
Are you feeling out of control with food? Do you feel like you can't stop eating? Are you afraid to eat anything at all? Are you constantly afraid you will gain weight if you eat what you want? If so, it probably feels like there is no hope for you to stop stressing constantly about food and simply eat normally. I can help support you with dietitian services that are probably covered by your insurance. Use your insurance for our dietitian visit! I am an in network provider with most major insurance plans.
We will focus on mechanical eating to help you heal from an eating disorder or intuitive eating for those further in recovery.
Are you feeling out of control with food? Do you feel like you can't stop eating? Are you afraid to eat anything at all? Are you constantly afraid you will gain weight if you eat what you want? If so, it probably feels like there is no hope for you to stop stressing constantly about food and simply eat normally. I can help support you with dietitian services that are probably covered by your insurance. Use your insurance for our dietitian visit! I am an in network provider with most major insurance plans.
Are you fed-up with the rollercoaster of dieting? Overwhelmed by conflicting diet advice? Are thoughts about food and body claiming too much of your headspace? How would it feel to NOT spend so much time and effort analyzing and second guessing your food choices? You are not alone and you don't have to figure this all out by yourself! Many of us are taught messages about food and health as far back as we can remember, and all of these “rules” can feel overwhelming. I'll help you sort through the noise and find ways to nourish your body in a way that makes sense for you and your goals.
Are you fed-up with the rollercoaster of dieting? Overwhelmed by conflicting diet advice? Are thoughts about food and body claiming too much of your headspace? How would it feel to NOT spend so much time and effort analyzing and second guessing your food choices? You are not alone and you don't have to figure this all out by yourself! Many of us are taught messages about food and health as far back as we can remember, and all of these “rules” can feel overwhelming. I'll help you sort through the noise and find ways to nourish your body in a way that makes sense for you and your goals.
Rachael’s specialties include diabetes (pre-diabetes, type 1, type 2, and gestational), autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, intuitive and mindful eating, anti-inflammatory diets, and general wellness.
Rachael is a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping others build a joyful, balanced relationship with food. She understands that one’s connection with food and body is deeply personal and strives to support you as a partner in your health journey. Her approach is integrative and holistic, emphasizing balance, sustainability, and enjoyment. Rachael connects personally with clients to understand their unique lifestyle, background, and challenges, allowing her to provide truly individualized support in a warm, empathetic, and judgment-free space.
Rachael’s specialties include diabetes (pre-diabetes, type 1, type 2, and gestational), autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, intuitive and mindful eating, anti-inflammatory diets, and general wellness.
Rachael is a Registered Dietitian passionate about helping others build a joyful, balanced relationship with food. She understands that one’s connection with food and body is deeply personal and strives to support you as a partner in your health journey. Her approach is integrative and holistic, emphasizing balance, sustainability, and enjoyment. Rachael connects personally with clients to understand their unique lifestyle, background, and challenges, allowing her to provide truly individualized support in a warm, empathetic, and judgment-free space.
An area I am very passionate about is helping those with disordered eating and eating disorders through an intuitive eating, HAES-aligned approach.
Hello! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, passionate about helping people from all backgrounds find balance with food to support their overall health. When I'm not working in the outpatient setting, I work in an inpatient setting providing medical nutrition therapy and nutrition education. I have experience working with kidney and cardiovascular disease, diabetes, perinatal nutrition and nutrition during pregnancy.
An area I am very passionate about is helping those with disordered eating and eating disorders through an intuitive eating, HAES-aligned approach.
Hello! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, passionate about helping people from all backgrounds find balance with food to support their overall health. When I'm not working in the outpatient setting, I work in an inpatient setting providing medical nutrition therapy and nutrition education. I have experience working with kidney and cardiovascular disease, diabetes, perinatal nutrition and nutrition during pregnancy.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of dieting, struggling with your relationship with food, or unsure how to support your child’s eating? I can help.
I’m Marissa Beck, a non-diet dietitian specializing in eating disorders, weight concerns, and sports nutrition. With over 15 years of experience, I help people heal their relationship with food, eat in a way that feels better, and improve their overall well-being, without restrictive diets.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of dieting, struggling with your relationship with food, or unsure how to support your child’s eating? I can help.
I’m Marissa Beck, a non-diet dietitian specializing in eating disorders, weight concerns, and sports nutrition. With over 15 years of experience, I help people heal their relationship with food, eat in a way that feels better, and improve their overall well-being, without restrictive diets.
Together, we provide weight-neutral, non-diet nutrition therapy grounded in evidence-based approaches such as Intuitive Eating, Eating Competence, and Ellyn Satter’s Division of Responsibility for kids.
Whether you’re navigating a health condition, supporting your child’s feeding journey, or simply trying to make sense of food and nutrition, I offer guidance tailored to your unique needs. I work with individuals on disordered eating, managing digestive or metabolic concerns, or adjusting to a new diagnosis or chronic condition. My goal is to help you build a peaceful, sustainable relationship with food that supports both your health and overall well-being.
I also welcome pediatric clients, partnering with families of children ages 6 months to 10 years to nurture a positive relationship with food that grows with them.
Together, we provide weight-neutral, non-diet nutrition therapy grounded in evidence-based approaches such as Intuitive Eating, Eating Competence, and Ellyn Satter’s Division of Responsibility for kids.
Whether you’re navigating a health condition, supporting your child’s feeding journey, or simply trying to make sense of food and nutrition, I offer guidance tailored to your unique needs. I work with individuals on disordered eating, managing digestive or metabolic concerns, or adjusting to a new diagnosis or chronic condition. My goal is to help you build a peaceful, sustainable relationship with food that supports both your health and overall well-being.
I also welcome pediatric clients, partnering with families of children ages 6 months to 10 years to nurture a positive relationship with food that grows with them.
Intuitive Eating Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is intuitive eating?
Intuitive eating is a nutritional philosophy that emphasizes the use of physical hunger cues and satisfaction to guide eating, while rejecting common principles of weight loss, dieting, and restriction. Intuitive eating was popularized by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, two Registered Dietitians specializing in eating disorders who outlined 10 principles of intuitive eating that continue to shape the approach today: Reject the Diet Mentality, Honor Your Hunger, Make Peace with Food, Challenge the Food Police, Respect Your Fullness, Discover the Satisfaction Factor, Honor Your Feelings without Using Food, Respect Your Body, Exercise—”Feel the Difference, and Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition.”
What does an intuitive eating dietitian do?
An intuitive eating dietitian applies the key principles of intuitive eating to their work with clients, helping them honor their hunger, reduce dietary restriction or "food rules," and improve their body image. Unlike dietitians who prescribe strict dietary changes or meal plans, intuitive eating dietitians often take a more holistic approach with clients. They may discuss the physical aspects of intuitive eating with clients, such as helping clients identify when they experience hunger, but they may also discuss topics such as mindfulness, exercise, body acceptance, and mental health.
Who should see an intuitive eating dietitian?
Anyone can see an intuitive eating dietitian; indeed, many people may be drawn to the idea of intuitive eating for its departure from the strict rules of diet culture and its emphasis on weight inclusivity and body acceptance. In particular, individuals who have a long history of chronic dieting may be particularly interested in seeing an intuitive eating dietitian, who will not emphasize diets as many other nutrition professionals may. In addition, individuals recovering from disordered eating or food restriction may also benefit from seeing an intuitive eating dietitian, who can help them become less reliant on rigid food rules and develop a more positive relationship with food and their body.
How do I find a good intuitive eating dietitian?
When you visit a dietitian or nutritionist's profile, you can get a better idea if they are the right fit for you by reading about their approach to nutrition. Often, dietitians who specialize in intuitive eating will outline this nutrition philosophy on their Psychology Today profile or on their website; if not, it can be helpful to look for a dietitian who emphasizes similar principles in their nutrition practice, such as taking a non-diet approach or emphasizing body acceptance or Health At Every Size (HAES) principles. When looking for potential dietitians, it can also be important to look at things like session cost, accepted insurance plans, and their location or telehealth options. When you find a professional who may be a good fit, you can reach out to speak with them and ask about their expertise within a specific area, such as eating disorders or mindful eating.