Health Professionals in Seattle, WA

I pride myself on being described as warm, authentic, and fiercely devoted to what I am passionate about: helping you! I support adults and adolescents (13+) struggling with disordered eating or eating disorder recovery. I have a particular interest in supporting athletes and clients who engage in dysfunctional exercise. My counseling style is one that works with you, not against you. My role is not to lecture at you, but team with you on a foundation of shared expertise. You, as the expert of your own life. Me, as the nutrition expert.

Does your relationship with food feel out of control? Is your body image holding you back? Are you ready to break free of the dieting cycle? We are here to help! Our team of registered dietitians specialize in eating disorder treatment for anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, intuitive eating, and sports nutrition from a Health at Every Size approach. We want to help you develop a healthy relationship with food and your body, without the need for diets or restrictions. We believe that everyone deserves to feel good in their own skin, and our goal is to help you get there.

I specialize in adolescent and young adult clients with eating disorders or disordered eating behaviors (picky/selective). I use a non-diet, HAES, intuitive eating approach rooted in nutrition education and scientific evidence. I always put the client first and prioritize personal empowerment and encouragement. I work to know each client individually and provide nutritional recommendations based on that individuality. None of us live identical lives, adapting nutritional goals and outcomes to each individual is key to sustainable change and success. I love my work and love supporting people to reconnect to their body and to food.

A 1992 Bastyr University grad, Dr Forwell offers a wealth of experience from her 29 years in naturopathic primary care. She is a pioneer of Regenerative Injection Therapies employed to treat pain from injury & overuse. Chronic sprains & strains, osteoarthritis etc are treated with these needling techniques referred to as Prolotherapy, PRP and embryonic Stem Cells as well as Mesotherapy & Neural Therapy. She was a founding board member & instructor at the Naturopathic Academy of Therapeutic Injections, has advanced training from the American Association of Orthopaedic Medicine & conducts doctor training courses around the country.

I have a growing practice of all ages. I enjoy working with people to unravel the symptoms they are experiencing. I've found that often the symptoms we are experiencing aren't always directly related to the area in the body with the dysfunction. Sometimes we have to treat several different parts of the body in order to treat our symptoms in other areas. The modalities I use not only work to treat the cause of the problem, but they also help the body to heal itself, which are two of the foundational principles of naturopathic medicine.

My areas of specialty are obesity, pre-diabetes and diabetes. I can also assist in teaching the keto or ketogenic diet. My focus within my Master's in Nutrition was on a core specialty on obesity, and within that I specialized in diabetes. Let me help you to lose weight without hunger or special foods (just real foods!), and really enjoying your food. Also able to help with healthy diets for pregnancy, postpartum and breastfeeding (I am a former midwife). I am a former diabetic, now in remission. My training has taught me that remission is possible for many people with Type 2 diabetes.

Are you feeling completely 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 am an enthusiastic and dedicated dietitian who is also a self-proclaimed habit-itian. Why? Because I believe that maintaining a healthy lifestyle relies on our daily habits which go beyond what we eat. As a result, I can help you discover the powerful connections between stress, sleep, movement, and how they correlate to your overall health.

Feel like your food and body struggles are taking over? Are you eating in secret, hiding food, or covering up how much or how little you've eaten? Obsessing over your weight and/or body shape? If so, and you're here reading this, it sounds like you realize that something needs to change. I've helped hundreds of people out of these struggles, and am confident I can help get you on the road to recovery too.

I am offering in person and telehealth options. I work with individuals struggling with eating disorders from ages 17 and up that have motivation to change and are willing to provide open and honest communication about their needs. I am here to support you in your goals to the best of my ability.

I support clients who struggle with endometriosis, unexplained digestive issues, painful periods, and weight changes. I also work alongside clients who are starting a fertility journey, are already pregnant, or are post-partum and looking for nutrition support through this life stage. Through non-restrictive lifestyle changes, we can work together to find foods that are tolerated, nourish your body, reduce inflammation, and improve your relationship with food and body.

My ideal patient is anyone who is looking to optimize their overall health, slow their aging and live up to their full potential. My goal as a practitioner is to treat each individual as a whole person, and not just a list of symptoms. As a society, medicine has broken up people into different parts and systems, all treated by doctors with different specialities. In practice, I truly work to see the whole picture and how all of these systems are interconnected producing an individual's current health concerns. I work with each patient to find the root cause of their illness and treat this cause.

Exhausted from diets? Feel like "nothing" is working for you? Reclaim your power and learn how to best meet your body's needs without toxic diet culture trends. I use evidence-based research using the framework of Intuitive Eating to assist my clients in establishing a healthy relationship with food and their body. Additionally, I can help you stabilize health-conditions including IBS, PCOS, Hashimoto's, and Diabetes using realistic interventions custom fit to your needs. I can also help you to navigate realistic Nutrition recommendations customized for your needs.

I believe in blending Eastern and Western treatment modalities to offer you the best care possible. I will listen to your needs and perform a comprehensive exam to come up with the a treatment plan that fits your lifestyle. I have spent the last 15 years working as Registered Nurse and have worked in a variety of hospital settings. In 2014 I spent 3 months in rural Nepal volunteering in a fast paced clinic, treating a wide-range of diseases. I love being challenged and working with all types of patients. My passion is to offer exceptional and affordable care to the community.

I want to help you find your best self. I use a non-diet approach to nutrition with an emphasis on intuitive eating. I believe food is meant to nourish your body, mind and brain. I have worked with a diverse background of individuals and have experience counseling a variety of individuals with different ailments and or dietary restrictions. I want to help you find peace with your body and food. Let’s work together to find a lifestyle that’s easy, sustainable and full of your favorite foods.

Are you seeking to elevate your health and vitality through mindful nutrition? Whether you're facing dietary challenges, aiming to boost your energy, or aspiring to cultivate a harmonious relationship with food, I'm here to guide you. Your goals of achieving vibrant health, a heightened sense of well-being, and a sustainable, fulfilling lifestyle are within reach. Together, we'll unlock the power of nutrition to help you perform at your best in every facet of life.

We offer an integrative alternative treatment option to those with long-term depression, who are not seeing results from traditional treatments (such as oral antidepressants or ECT). Ketamine therapy can provide rapid results (from hours to days), without the negative side effects often experienced with oral antidepressant medication. We are committed to helping patients identify and create their optimal health and strive to inspire through education, personal growth, and with this new and unique option for the treatment of mood disorders.

Are you struggling with your relationship to food and your body? Or are your mental health concerns impacting your ability to nourish your mind and body? We can work on that together. As both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate and Registered Dietitian, I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, mental health-informed nutrition, and gender affirming nutrition care. In practice, I integrate functional nutrition, holistic wellness and intuitive eating concepts to help folks reconnect with their whole being.

Are you looking for support with managing type 1, gestational, or type 2 diabetes? Are you confused about what/when to eat? Do you worry that your food choices will lead to blood sugars that are above or below your target range? As a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and my personal experience of living with diabetes for the past 20 years, I am devoted to providing support, education, and compassionate understanding to you. Often our health and what we can and cannot eat are used to define us. Let's restore the joy of eating while empowering you to be your best self!