Health Professionals in Illinois
Alexis is a Registered Dietitian passionate about functional nutrition and helping individuals build a healthy, trusting relationship with food. She believes that while food is emotional, social, and environmental, it is also a powerful tool for disease prevention and management. Her holistic, non-diet approach blends functional nutrition with evidence-based practices to address underlying factors impacting health. Alexis focuses on sustainable behavior change, honoring each client’s unique biology, lifestyle, and goals—while creating a supportive, judgment-free space for healing and growth.
Alexis is a Registered Dietitian passionate about functional nutrition and helping individuals build a healthy, trusting relationship with food. She believes that while food is emotional, social, and environmental, it is also a powerful tool for disease prevention and management. Her holistic, non-diet approach blends functional nutrition with evidence-based practices to address underlying factors impacting health. Alexis focuses on sustainable behavior change, honoring each client’s unique biology, lifestyle, and goals—while creating a supportive, judgment-free space for healing and growth.
Maddy’s ideal clients are individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, emotional eating, chronic dieting, or those looking to improve sports performance and overall wellness. They often feel stuck in unhealthy food patterns or want a more balanced, sustainable approach to nutrition. Maddy provides compassionate, individualized support that addresses the connection between food, emotions, stress, and lifestyle. Together, they identify underlying challenges and build practical strategies that promote lasting change, confidence, and well-being.
Maddy’s ideal clients are individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, emotional eating, chronic dieting, or those looking to improve sports performance and overall wellness. They often feel stuck in unhealthy food patterns or want a more balanced, sustainable approach to nutrition. Maddy provides compassionate, individualized support that addresses the connection between food, emotions, stress, and lifestyle. Together, they identify underlying challenges and build practical strategies that promote lasting change, confidence, and well-being.
At Tribe Nutrition, we believe health is a human right, and everyone deserves affordable, science-based, and culturally responsive nutrition care from a credentialed expert. We recognize that cultural influences play a crucial role in dietary habits, and we embrace and integrate these unique aspects into personalized nutrition care plans.
At Tribe Nutrition, we believe health is a human right, and everyone deserves affordable, science-based, and culturally responsive nutrition care from a credentialed expert. We recognize that cultural influences play a crucial role in dietary habits, and we embrace and integrate these unique aspects into personalized nutrition care plans.
I am a Certified Eating Disorder Dietitian (CEDS-C) and an approved consultant by IAEDP. I promote self-regulated principles to foster permanent life changes. My goal is to individualize tools necessary to balance normalized eating in everyday life without fears and anxieties over food as fuel. As CEO of Midwest Dietitian, I treat Anorexia and Bulimia, Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, PICA, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder. HIPAA compliant Telehealth provided.
I am a Certified Eating Disorder Dietitian (CEDS-C) and an approved consultant by IAEDP. I promote self-regulated principles to foster permanent life changes. My goal is to individualize tools necessary to balance normalized eating in everyday life without fears and anxieties over food as fuel. As CEO of Midwest Dietitian, I treat Anorexia and Bulimia, Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, Obesity, Compulsive Overeating, PICA, and Body Dysmorphic Disorder. HIPAA compliant Telehealth provided.
My ideal client has done everything right, followed plans, taken supplements, read the books, but still feels anxious, exhausted, or disconnected from their body. They often struggle with digestion, hormones, or stress related symptoms and want to understand why. They are ready for a compassionate, science based approach that honors both body and mind. Together, we restore a sense of safety first so energy, digestion, and calm can follow naturally.
My ideal client has done everything right, followed plans, taken supplements, read the books, but still feels anxious, exhausted, or disconnected from their body. They often struggle with digestion, hormones, or stress related symptoms and want to understand why. They are ready for a compassionate, science based approach that honors both body and mind. Together, we restore a sense of safety first so energy, digestion, and calm can follow naturally.
I am a registered dietitian with an emphasis in eating disorder treatment. I love working with adolescents and adults of all ages as they navigate recovery from eating disorders, disordered eating and/or chronic dieting. I'm also passionate about assisting individuals in other health conditions that present either independently or co-occuring with eating disorders such as gastrointestinal challenges, diabetes, etc.
I am a registered dietitian with an emphasis in eating disorder treatment. I love working with adolescents and adults of all ages as they navigate recovery from eating disorders, disordered eating and/or chronic dieting. I'm also passionate about assisting individuals in other health conditions that present either independently or co-occuring with eating disorders such as gastrointestinal challenges, diabetes, etc.
Carl M Balingit provides acupuncture for pain relief, stress, digestive disorders, headaches, reproductive health, and chronic diseases. He is a former engineer. His traditional Chinese perspective on health is balanced with an engineering and scientific mindset in his application of Chinese medicine.
Carl M Balingit provides acupuncture for pain relief, stress, digestive disorders, headaches, reproductive health, and chronic diseases. He is a former engineer. His traditional Chinese perspective on health is balanced with an engineering and scientific mindset in his application of Chinese medicine.
Demi is a registered dietitian who is dedicated to enhancing overall health and wellness. Specializing in aiding those with diabetes, gut health issues, PCOS, as well as renal and thyroid issues using a holistic approach. Beyond evaluating dietary practices, Demi considers lifestyle elements such as sleep, stress, and attitudes towards food. Combining nutritional expertise with empathy, she guides individuals towards improved health journeys. Recognizing the uniqueness of each path, Demi tailors personalized nutrition plans, targeting underlying health issues.
Demi is a registered dietitian who is dedicated to enhancing overall health and wellness. Specializing in aiding those with diabetes, gut health issues, PCOS, as well as renal and thyroid issues using a holistic approach. Beyond evaluating dietary practices, Demi considers lifestyle elements such as sleep, stress, and attitudes towards food. Combining nutritional expertise with empathy, she guides individuals towards improved health journeys. Recognizing the uniqueness of each path, Demi tailors personalized nutrition plans, targeting underlying health issues.
Meredith Starr is a Registered Dietitian and Director of Nutrition Services at Allow Wellness in Chicago. She is an alumna of the University of Illinois at Chicago Coordinated Nutrition Program and began her nutrition career at UI Health general inpatient services while working part-time at a residential treatment facility for eating disorders. Meredith is deeply passionate about the treatment of eating disorders and has been practicing in this field for the past ten years.
Meredith Starr is a Registered Dietitian and Director of Nutrition Services at Allow Wellness in Chicago. She is an alumna of the University of Illinois at Chicago Coordinated Nutrition Program and began her nutrition career at UI Health general inpatient services while working part-time at a residential treatment facility for eating disorders. Meredith is deeply passionate about the treatment of eating disorders and has been practicing in this field for the past ten years.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support for chronic health conditions such as diabetes, weight concerns, cardiovascular disease, and nutrition during cancer treatment. Many come to me looking for clear, practical guidance they can apply in daily life. I help them build sustainable habits that improve long-term health, confidence, and overall well-being.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support for chronic health conditions such as diabetes, weight concerns, cardiovascular disease, and nutrition during cancer treatment. Many come to me looking for clear, practical guidance they can apply in daily life. I help them build sustainable habits that improve long-term health, confidence, and overall well-being.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her client’s specific lifestyle, health conditions and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients to listen to their body’s cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
As a dedicated and compassionate dietitian, Kristin specializes in helping her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through personalized nutrition and lifestyle changes. With a deep understanding that each individual’s dietary needs are unique, she tailors her approach to suit her client’s specific lifestyle, health conditions and goals. Kristin focuses on promoting intuitive eating and fostering a positive relationship with food, helping her clients to listen to their body’s cues and develop a more balanced and mindful approach to eating.
I am Board Certified in Integrative and functional Medicine. That means that I work with clients to find the root causes of their symptoms in a holistic way. We are learning that maintaining our gut health is the root of treating many diseases including autoimmune, inflammatory, skin, obesity, cancer, allergies, and more. I work with clients to figure out why they are struggling with a condition and treat it using food as medicine, identifying food sensitivities, providing nutrients to maximize the body's functioning, and if needed, I do cooking sessions to teach how to make healthy food taste great.
I am Board Certified in Integrative and functional Medicine. That means that I work with clients to find the root causes of their symptoms in a holistic way. We are learning that maintaining our gut health is the root of treating many diseases including autoimmune, inflammatory, skin, obesity, cancer, allergies, and more. I work with clients to figure out why they are struggling with a condition and treat it using food as medicine, identifying food sensitivities, providing nutrients to maximize the body's functioning, and if needed, I do cooking sessions to teach how to make healthy food taste great.
Abbie is passionate about helping others improve their relationship with food, body image, weight, and health. She helps clients achieve positive changes in mental and physical well-being through nutrition counseling and education. Abbie provides personalized care tailored to your nutritional needs using a non-diet approach. She offers counseling in a supportive setting, using methods like motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy, along with tools such as hands-on activities and educational handouts.
Abbie is passionate about helping others improve their relationship with food, body image, weight, and health. She helps clients achieve positive changes in mental and physical well-being through nutrition counseling and education. Abbie provides personalized care tailored to your nutritional needs using a non-diet approach. She offers counseling in a supportive setting, using methods like motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy, along with tools such as hands-on activities and educational handouts.
I am a registered dietitian with a virtual private practice. I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in providing support to individuals struggling with eating disorders and chronic dieting. I work from a weight-neutral lens and I utilize the principles of Intuitive Eating in my counseling. I have 5+ years experience working in the field of eating disorders, including higher levels of care such as residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient.
I am a registered dietitian with a virtual private practice. I am currently accepting new clients. I specialize in providing support to individuals struggling with eating disorders and chronic dieting. I work from a weight-neutral lens and I utilize the principles of Intuitive Eating in my counseling. I have 5+ years experience working in the field of eating disorders, including higher levels of care such as residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient.
Are you experiencing memory, mood, or focus concerns, fatigue, heart-related concerns, weight changes, or ongoing symptoms that have not fully improved despite prior care? Many people reach a point where they want clearer answers about what is driving their health challenges and a plan that truly fits their lives. With the right guidance, it is possible to restore energy, support brain and heart health, and build lasting whole-body wellness through personalized, practical strategies designed around your individual needs.
Are you experiencing memory, mood, or focus concerns, fatigue, heart-related concerns, weight changes, or ongoing symptoms that have not fully improved despite prior care? Many people reach a point where they want clearer answers about what is driving their health challenges and a plan that truly fits their lives. With the right guidance, it is possible to restore energy, support brain and heart health, and build lasting whole-body wellness through personalized, practical strategies designed around your individual needs.
Holly (she/her) is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) who has dedicated her career to helping individuals with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. She also provides support for those with co-occurring conditions with particular interest in diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and mood/anxiety concerns.
Holly (she/her) is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) who has dedicated her career to helping individuals with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. She also provides support for those with co-occurring conditions with particular interest in diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and mood/anxiety concerns.
I treat patients with a wide variety of problems. I help people with all types of pain including back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee, arthritis/ joint and headaches, to name some. I also work with stress relief, anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive issues and the negative side-effects of chemotherapy. Acupuncture can be used for any imbalance in the body. The idea is to not only correct the symptoms/pain, but to heal the whole body by getting to the root of the problem. I have extensive experience in treating low back pain, neck/shoulder pain, hip pain and knee pain.
I treat patients with a wide variety of problems. I help people with all types of pain including back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee, arthritis/ joint and headaches, to name some. I also work with stress relief, anxiety, depression, insomnia, digestive issues and the negative side-effects of chemotherapy. Acupuncture can be used for any imbalance in the body. The idea is to not only correct the symptoms/pain, but to heal the whole body by getting to the root of the problem. I have extensive experience in treating low back pain, neck/shoulder pain, hip pain and knee pain.
Experience holistic healing at Lok-Kwan Acupuncture, a premier clinic dedicated to balancing mind and body. Located in Wilmette, Illinois, with a second office in Chicago, our expert practitioners specialize in a range of traditional therapies, including neuroacupuncture, Chinese herbs, and qigong. We provide a tailored approach to address a variety of conditions, with a focus on neurological and inflammatory problems, and allergies. Discover a path to wellness and renewed vitality in a calming and professional environment.
Experience holistic healing at Lok-Kwan Acupuncture, a premier clinic dedicated to balancing mind and body. Located in Wilmette, Illinois, with a second office in Chicago, our expert practitioners specialize in a range of traditional therapies, including neuroacupuncture, Chinese herbs, and qigong. We provide a tailored approach to address a variety of conditions, with a focus on neurological and inflammatory problems, and allergies. Discover a path to wellness and renewed vitality in a calming and professional environment.
At Exterior Wellness, I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by persistent symptoms despite doing many of the “right” things. Fatigue, inflammation, weight changes, hormonal imbalance, acne, brain fog, and recurrent health issues can be signs that the body’s clearance systems are under more strain than they can manage.
I believe supporting clearance & circulation is foundational to health. Detoxification is not only about how the body processes and eliminates toxins—it also involves reducing the constant influx of new exposures. My approach emphasizes individual predisposition, lymphatic flow, and biotransformation pathways
At Exterior Wellness, I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by persistent symptoms despite doing many of the “right” things. Fatigue, inflammation, weight changes, hormonal imbalance, acne, brain fog, and recurrent health issues can be signs that the body’s clearance systems are under more strain than they can manage.
I believe supporting clearance & circulation is foundational to health. Detoxification is not only about how the body processes and eliminates toxins—it also involves reducing the constant influx of new exposures. My approach emphasizes individual predisposition, lymphatic flow, and biotransformation pathways
With the extended experience from his father, while he has treated a numerous conditions such as chronic pains, Bell's palsy, post-stroke, migraine, allergies, digestive conditions, women's issues, and stress, his practice ultimately focuses on improving the overall well-being and health of the patient and thus quality of life, rather than just isolated treatment of specific symptoms. His goal of patient care is to help his patients to restore the balance and harmony among the physical, mindful, and spiritual domains of the whole person.
With the extended experience from his father, while he has treated a numerous conditions such as chronic pains, Bell's palsy, post-stroke, migraine, allergies, digestive conditions, women's issues, and stress, his practice ultimately focuses on improving the overall well-being and health of the patient and thus quality of life, rather than just isolated treatment of specific symptoms. His goal of patient care is to help his patients to restore the balance and harmony among the physical, mindful, and spiritual domains of the whole person.
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
Illinois Health Professionals have broad skills and are able to work with a wide range of symptoms.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.
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