![Photo of Britt Berger, RD, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/0ad4644e-ec95-428c-9411-36185e1c6ed7/2/320x400.jpeg)
I worked as the dietitian at Monte Nido Laurel Hill, a residential program for adults with eating disorders, from 2016 through 2020.
I specialize in the treatment of individuals with all eating disorders, as well as those without a formal diagnosis or struggling with disordered eating, chronic dieting, and orthorexia.
I worked as the dietitian at Monte Nido Laurel Hill, a residential program for adults with eating disorders, from 2016 through 2020.
I specialize in the treatment of individuals with all eating disorders, as well as those without a formal diagnosis or struggling with disordered eating, chronic dieting, and orthorexia.
![Photo of Sofia Colantuono, MS, RDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/d7346538-b328-4e7f-9443-dfbec6a642cb/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sofia specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormone Health (PCOS, etc.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
Sofia specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormone Health (PCOS, etc.
Sofia is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Digestive issues (IBS, IBD, Low FODMAP), Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, etc.), and interested in Sports Nutrition. Sofia is passionate about helping others build a positive relationship with food and their bodies. Nutrition is not one-size-fits all, and Sofia believes in the importance of having a client-centered approach and providing personalized nutrition care. Her past experiences have driven her desire to help others reach lifestyle changes in a sustainable and practical way.
![Photo of Amanda K Mittman - Happy Valley Nutrition, PC, MS, RDN, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/ab9b592e-2d21-42b4-951c-8d27e68a7aa9/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you ever eat beyond the point of fullness or feel guilty for what you ate? Do you find yourself eating for reasons other than hunger? Have you tried a diet (or a lifetime of diets) and "failed," only to put the weight back on...and then some? Are you frustrated by your relationship to food and your body? Do you know what to do but have a hard time following through? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are not alone and you are in the right place! Happy Valley Nutrition is the Pioneer Valley's ONLY group practice of weight-inclusive, fat-positive, HAES-aligned RDs.
Do you ever eat beyond the point of fullness or feel guilty for what you ate? Do you find yourself eating for reasons other than hunger? Have you tried a diet (or a lifetime of diets) and "failed," only to put the weight back on...and then some? Are you frustrated by your relationship to food and your body? Do you know what to do but have a hard time following through? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you are not alone and you are in the right place! Happy Valley Nutrition is the Pioneer Valley's ONLY group practice of weight-inclusive, fat-positive, HAES-aligned RDs.
![Photo of Ryan John Gebo, RD, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/6b1c81d1-22b1-418a-9b9c-5e1dd106515c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Ryan John Gebo
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
Our relationships with food are often complex and dynamic. We provide telehealth support to those seeking an individualized outpatient treatment program for eating disorders including ARFID, Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge-eating, and others. While helping clients achieve complete peace with food, we also guide and motivate them towards optimal health and wellness through mindfulness based practice, compassion, and support. Our work together will consist of building a strategy to navigate difficult food situations, building confidence in food decisions, securing body-image, and allow you to finally enjoy food for ALL of what it is.
Our relationships with food are often complex and dynamic. We provide telehealth support to those seeking an individualized outpatient treatment program for eating disorders including ARFID, Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge-eating, and others. While helping clients achieve complete peace with food, we also guide and motivate them towards optimal health and wellness through mindfulness based practice, compassion, and support. Our work together will consist of building a strategy to navigate difficult food situations, building confidence in food decisions, securing body-image, and allow you to finally enjoy food for ALL of what it is.
![Photo of Anna Velazquez, MS, RD, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/73a76c3e-554e-4a0f-82ab-b0b07a85b1d3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Anna Velazquez
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02119 (Online Only)
Anna is a Registered Dietitian that practices out of Health Loft specializing in working with adults and pediatrics with a history of GI disorders (Celiac, IBS, Low-FODMAP, IBD, Constipation, GERD, lactase and sucrase deficiency), Healthy Eating, Weight Management, Food Allergies, and Pediatric Nutrition. She works collaboratively with clients to set realistic and practical goals reflective of individualized nutrition plans. She believes that balanced nutrition looks differently for everyone, and client’s medical history needs to be considered along with their resources, schedules, and circumstances.
Anna is a Registered Dietitian that practices out of Health Loft specializing in working with adults and pediatrics with a history of GI disorders (Celiac, IBS, Low-FODMAP, IBD, Constipation, GERD, lactase and sucrase deficiency), Healthy Eating, Weight Management, Food Allergies, and Pediatric Nutrition. She works collaboratively with clients to set realistic and practical goals reflective of individualized nutrition plans. She believes that balanced nutrition looks differently for everyone, and client’s medical history needs to be considered along with their resources, schedules, and circumstances.
![Photo of Merissa Mills - Merissa Mills, MS, RD, LD, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/c6bfafcb-0d56-4f4d-ba94-2b42807abd30/3/320x400.jpeg)
I work with clients 16 years old and older. Specialties include but are not limited to: weight loss, diabetes management, disordered eating, improving body image, IBS/IBD, and more. I help clients reach their nutrition goals as well as gain the knowledge and skills to move on from appointments confident in their abilities to maintain whatever changes they have made.
I work with clients 16 years old and older. Specialties include but are not limited to: weight loss, diabetes management, disordered eating, improving body image, IBS/IBD, and more. I help clients reach their nutrition goals as well as gain the knowledge and skills to move on from appointments confident in their abilities to maintain whatever changes they have made.
![Photo of Erin Kuta, MPH, RD, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/bd26513e-c7e1-43f3-8710-3f5f1758bf7e/2/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, chronic dieting, and body image concerns.
Are you looking to create a balanced and realistic relationship with food and body image? Perhaps you are wanting to heal your body, mind, and spirit from disordered eating and exercise patterns?
I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, chronic dieting, and body image concerns.
Are you looking to create a balanced and realistic relationship with food and body image? Perhaps you are wanting to heal your body, mind, and spirit from disordered eating and exercise patterns?
![Photo of Kristin Woodbury, MS, RDN, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/ef1c1d62-878f-45cf-847f-d166047fdaba/1/320x400.png)
Kristin Woodbury
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02118 (Online Only)
Specialties include working with adults with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Crohn's, Diabetes, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition.
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
Specialties include working with adults with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Crohn's, Diabetes, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition.
Kristin specializes in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, PCOS, Digestive Conditions, IBS, Low FODMAP, Chron's, and Pre/Post Natal Nutrition, and Diabetes. Kristin offers a positive approach to nutrition by focusing on building a healthy relationship with food, making lifestyle changes, goal setting and problem solving to overcome barriers. She believes in staying positive, and that it’s never too late to make lifestyle changes that can lead to a healthier life. Kristin became a dietitian after the experience of caregiving in high school for her grandmother.
![Photo of Hannah Pfohl, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/199826ec-7849-4490-911a-4a72aa9ca709/2/320x400.jpeg)
I've gained 6 years of experience as a dietitian working with malnutrition, chronic disease, cancer treatment, enteral and parenteral nutrition, GI disorders, intuitive eating, and eating disorders.
Hi, I'm Hannah! An anti-diet, HAES-aligned, Registered Dietitian and body image specialist dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with food and cultivate body confidence. I empower clients to find love and compassion for themselves as well as freedom from chronic dieting and disordered eating. My work guides clients to rewire thinking about food and eating to ditch dieting for good and finally feel freedom and peace around food. I uses somatic meditations to teach individuals to interpret and respond to the hidden messages lying within the physical body.
I've gained 6 years of experience as a dietitian working with malnutrition, chronic disease, cancer treatment, enteral and parenteral nutrition, GI disorders, intuitive eating, and eating disorders.
Hi, I'm Hannah! An anti-diet, HAES-aligned, Registered Dietitian and body image specialist dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with food and cultivate body confidence. I empower clients to find love and compassion for themselves as well as freedom from chronic dieting and disordered eating. My work guides clients to rewire thinking about food and eating to ditch dieting for good and finally feel freedom and peace around food. I uses somatic meditations to teach individuals to interpret and respond to the hidden messages lying within the physical body.
![Photo of Lauren Hebert, MS, RDN, LD, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/e8227428-2269-4e44-929e-f7d1214129cf/3/320x400.jpeg)
Nutrition doesn't need to feel overwhelming, restrictive or boring. As an Intuitive Eating and HAES-aligned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Lauren focuses her counseling on building healthy relationships with food and body, rediscovering enjoyment with food, and nourishment that supports your overall wellbeing. Lauren works with you on creating attainable and sustainable goals based on your individualized needs that support an optimal wellbeing through behavior modification.
Nutrition doesn't need to feel overwhelming, restrictive or boring. As an Intuitive Eating and HAES-aligned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Lauren focuses her counseling on building healthy relationships with food and body, rediscovering enjoyment with food, and nourishment that supports your overall wellbeing. Lauren works with you on creating attainable and sustainable goals based on your individualized needs that support an optimal wellbeing through behavior modification.
![Photo of Naima Sullivan, MS, RD, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/c7ea6f22-ddc1-4978-a85b-836ecd187cfa/2/320x400.jpeg)
As an anti-diet, HAES-aligned dietitian, I believe that restrictive diets can lead to harmful patterns of behavior that have real physical and emotional consequences. I support clients from all walks of life through disordered eating, chronic dieting, and binge and emotional eating. I also have a special interest in family feeding including children and families with selective (picky) eating and ARFID as well as growth, development, and weight concerns.
As an anti-diet, HAES-aligned dietitian, I believe that restrictive diets can lead to harmful patterns of behavior that have real physical and emotional consequences. I support clients from all walks of life through disordered eating, chronic dieting, and binge and emotional eating. I also have a special interest in family feeding including children and families with selective (picky) eating and ARFID as well as growth, development, and weight concerns.
![Photo of Alison Swiggard, MS, RDN, LD, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/bb0c1454-8819-4b56-8671-ae49191f1760/2/320x400.png)
She has experience in the field of eating disorders and disordered eating, working at the residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient levels of care in Boston.
Telehealth & in-person appointments available / Alison is a HAES-aligned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist focused on making healthcare a more inclusive space for bodies of all sizes. She strives to make clients feel supported in a safe and judgment-free space while providing an individualized approach to nutrition counseling. Alison holds a specialized focus in eating disorders, and has a passion for working with folks on intuitive eating, body image, and those with PCOS.
She has experience in the field of eating disorders and disordered eating, working at the residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient levels of care in Boston.
Telehealth & in-person appointments available / Alison is a HAES-aligned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist focused on making healthcare a more inclusive space for bodies of all sizes. She strives to make clients feel supported in a safe and judgment-free space while providing an individualized approach to nutrition counseling. Alison holds a specialized focus in eating disorders, and has a passion for working with folks on intuitive eating, body image, and those with PCOS.
![Photo of Maria Lourdes Aragon Nichols, RDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/f550e672-e169-4a82-a993-1695fee71d0f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Malou's medical nutrition therapy experience spans military and veteran adults and families in recovery from eating disorders or wounded relationships with food, body.
As a Filipino/a/x Dietitian Maria-Lourdes or Malou approaches their work with intersectionality in mind. She sees clients as the expert of their lived experience and believes that folks are "already whole." Whether you are in the action or maintenance phase in your health journey (or eating disorder recovery), Malou welcomes you to come as you are. They invite folks to consider or discover a non-diet, weight-inclusive, anti-oppression approach. With a clinical nutrition background, she offers medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and nutrition assessments for those concerned of the severity of their symptoms.
Malou's medical nutrition therapy experience spans military and veteran adults and families in recovery from eating disorders or wounded relationships with food, body.
As a Filipino/a/x Dietitian Maria-Lourdes or Malou approaches their work with intersectionality in mind. She sees clients as the expert of their lived experience and believes that folks are "already whole." Whether you are in the action or maintenance phase in your health journey (or eating disorder recovery), Malou welcomes you to come as you are. They invite folks to consider or discover a non-diet, weight-inclusive, anti-oppression approach. With a clinical nutrition background, she offers medical nutrition therapy, nutrition counseling, and nutrition assessments for those concerned of the severity of their symptoms.
![Photo of Rachel Andrade - Whole Lifecycle Nutrition, MS, RD, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/db53ad3c-c40a-4924-bf7c-2167ee4bb2d0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Nutrition is a key element in fostering a vibrant, well-nourished family. Whole Lifecycle Nutrition was created to meet the unique needs of women and their families. From optimizing fertility preconception, to supporting a healthy pregnancy, through birth, breastfeeding, and getting comfortable with a new Mom bod, we are here to support you every step of the way. We help girls and women love their bodies and develop healthy relationships with food. As your child grows, we are a familiar and reliable resource for trusted nutrition counseling and advice. We encompass the lifecycle.
Nutrition is a key element in fostering a vibrant, well-nourished family. Whole Lifecycle Nutrition was created to meet the unique needs of women and their families. From optimizing fertility preconception, to supporting a healthy pregnancy, through birth, breastfeeding, and getting comfortable with a new Mom bod, we are here to support you every step of the way. We help girls and women love their bodies and develop healthy relationships with food. As your child grows, we are a familiar and reliable resource for trusted nutrition counseling and advice. We encompass the lifecycle.
![Photo of Anna P Sweeney, MS, RD, LDN, CEDS-C, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/a36d1d21-8382-4ba5-b0ba-768176eb53a8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Anna P Sweeney
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02119 (Online Only)
I have dedicated my career to the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, co-occurring chronic illness, and body image healing.
Is your relationship with food and body more challenging then you wish it to be? Do you get overwhelmed navigating health and wellness messaging? Is your body image disrupting your quality of life? Are you searching for food freedom and don't know where to look? Are you healing from an eating disorder? Is disordered eating getting in your way? This is a particularly hard time to be a human navigating omnipresent messaging that encourages the outsourcing of body wisdom as the way to well and wellbeing. You deserve better than this. if these questions are resident, I would love to support you.
I have dedicated my career to the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, co-occurring chronic illness, and body image healing.
Is your relationship with food and body more challenging then you wish it to be? Do you get overwhelmed navigating health and wellness messaging? Is your body image disrupting your quality of life? Are you searching for food freedom and don't know where to look? Are you healing from an eating disorder? Is disordered eating getting in your way? This is a particularly hard time to be a human navigating omnipresent messaging that encourages the outsourcing of body wisdom as the way to well and wellbeing. You deserve better than this. if these questions are resident, I would love to support you.
![Photo of Stacy Garvey - Wellpoint Health Solutions, RD, LDN, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/5a59ffb6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
We are here to help you manage and treat a whole host of conditions with diet and lifestyle education including diabetes, IBS, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, reflux, food allergies and many more. Registered Dietitians are the nutrition experts and can help you lose the excess weight and most importantly keep it off with long term healthy eating solutions. We offer Integrative Nutrition one-on-one counseling, group classes, personal training and supplements to help you reach your health goals. We have a solution that will work for everyone!
We are here to help you manage and treat a whole host of conditions with diet and lifestyle education including diabetes, IBS, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, reflux, food allergies and many more. Registered Dietitians are the nutrition experts and can help you lose the excess weight and most importantly keep it off with long term healthy eating solutions. We offer Integrative Nutrition one-on-one counseling, group classes, personal training and supplements to help you reach your health goals. We have a solution that will work for everyone!
![Photo of Jenna Corsi, RD, LD, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/7117fb26-9374-4097-88ae-068fa93bc264/2/320x400.jpeg)
As an online Registered Dietitian, I help guide clients to a healthier connection with food and their bodies – which empowers them to thrive & live a fulfilling, balanced life. Maybe you are someone who has tried multiple diets and you feel like you fail every time. It is not your fault! You can stop the dieting cycle and find freedom with your eating habits through an intuitive eating and mindful eating approach. We will focus on goals that align with who you want to become.
As an online Registered Dietitian, I help guide clients to a healthier connection with food and their bodies – which empowers them to thrive & live a fulfilling, balanced life. Maybe you are someone who has tried multiple diets and you feel like you fail every time. It is not your fault! You can stop the dieting cycle and find freedom with your eating habits through an intuitive eating and mindful eating approach. We will focus on goals that align with who you want to become.
![Photo of Kim George, MS, RD, LD, CDCES, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/0c5b80e9-4c6c-4f70-8fe7-7d2db71d27e0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kim George
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD, CDCES
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02119 (Online Only)
Kim is a registered dietitian & a certified diabetes care and education specialist. She believes in promoting normalized, balanced eating. Her goal is to help clients in achieving their wellness and health goals without sacrificing their relationship with food or their body. She loves partnering with clients to develop the tools they need to navigate their healthcare journey.
Kim is a registered dietitian & a certified diabetes care and education specialist. She believes in promoting normalized, balanced eating. Her goal is to help clients in achieving their wellness and health goals without sacrificing their relationship with food or their body. She loves partnering with clients to develop the tools they need to navigate their healthcare journey.
![Photo of Julia Moore, MS, RD, LD, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/a9fec6b7-7682-4d07-bd2f-2e32e5f17c4e/1/320x400.png)
Julia Moore
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115 (Online Only)
Julia is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping others cultivate a healthy relationship with food, their body, and movement. Julia provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make sustainable changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Julia takes a client-centered approach to care, ditching the diet and emphasizing All Foods Fit and Intuitive Eating concepts in her nutrition counseling. She will work with you to create an individualized and realistic plan to help you meet your goals and optimize your health.
Julia is a registered dietitian who is passionate about helping others cultivate a healthy relationship with food, their body, and movement. Julia provides evidence-based nutrition education and works to empower clients to make sustainable changes that work with their unique lifestyles and preferences. Julia takes a client-centered approach to care, ditching the diet and emphasizing All Foods Fit and Intuitive Eating concepts in her nutrition counseling. She will work with you to create an individualized and realistic plan to help you meet your goals and optimize your health.
![Photo of Christopher Irish, MS, RDN, LD, Nutritionist/Dietitian](https://photos.healthprofs.com/a330b166-f781-4748-a34c-9541dfce7c42/2/320x400.jpeg)
If you are experiencing ANY of the following, I would love to have the opportunity to work together: You often feel guilty about your food choices, and you spend significant time and energy thinking about food. You have scoured the internet for nutrition information and guidance and are frustrated by the amount of conflicting information online. You are navigating an eating disorder or disordered eating and are looking for support from a compassionate and knowledgable RD. You are struggling to keep up with meal planning every week, unsure of how to shop for and prepare meals that support your nutrition goals.
If you are experiencing ANY of the following, I would love to have the opportunity to work together: You often feel guilty about your food choices, and you spend significant time and energy thinking about food. You have scoured the internet for nutrition information and guidance and are frustrated by the amount of conflicting information online. You are navigating an eating disorder or disordered eating and are looking for support from a compassionate and knowledgable RD. You are struggling to keep up with meal planning every week, unsure of how to shop for and prepare meals that support your nutrition goals.
Eating Disorders Nutritionists and Dietitians
What are the most common types of eating disorders?
The most common types of eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). Individuals may also be diagnosed with "other specified feeding or eating disorder" (OSFED), which is a type of eating disorder diagnosed when a client does not meet the full criteria for anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder but still experiences significant distress related to eating.
What diet is best for eating disorder recovery?
Because eating disorders vary widely in symptoms and severity, there is no single best diet for recovery. While not all individuals with eating disorders are underweight and require weight gain during recovery, those who do may particularly benefit from consuming balanced meals on a more structured schedule. This approach helps establish a regular eating pattern and regulate hunger cues. In general, eating disorder dietitians recommend that clients focus on improving their overall relationship with food and eliminating certain "food rules," while also ensuring they consume an appropriate amount. For example, clients with anorexia nervosa often have significant fears surrounding the consumption of high-calorie foods; dietitians may encourage these clients to include such foods in their diet in a balanced manner to help facilitate recovery and achieve a more normalized state of eating. Conversely, clients with bulimia or binge eating disorder may benefit from a diet that avoids foods that are particularly triggering for them to binge on. Many clients with eating disorders benefit from seeing a dietitian who specializes in eating disorders in order to ensure that their diet meets their specific recovery-related needs.
How are eating disorders treated?
Eating disorder treatment often involves a multidisciplinary team of clinicians working together to address the various aspects of the condition. A physician typically monitors physical changes and health problems, a therapist addresses underlying thoughts and emotions, and a dietitian develops a plan to help the patient achieve and maintain a healthy weight. While most individuals can be treated in an outpatient setting, some may require more intensive care provided by residential or inpatient facilities. In addition, early intervention for disordered eating can significantly increase the likelihood of a successful recovery, and ongoing support and monitoring are also crucial to prevent relapse and sustain progress.
How do dietitians help people with eating disorders?
Nutrition counseling is a crucial component of eating disorder recovery, and dietitians play a vital role in this process. They help clients develop personalized meal plans to meet their nutritional goals, which is particularly beneficial for those who need to gain weight after periods of food restriction. Dietitians also encourage healthier eating patterns by helping clients incorporate foods they may have previously avoided due to eating disorder behaviors. Additionally, eating disorder dietitians often collaborate with other members of the client's care team, such as medical doctors, psychiatrists, and therapists, to provide comprehensive support. This multidisciplinary approach is especially important for clients with medical conditions related to their eating disorder, such as heart issues or electrolyte imbalances, which require close supervision by a medical doctor in coordination with a dietitian.