Who are my clients? 

My clients are often busy adults who need a little extra help figuring out how to eat better in a way that fits their budget, cooking skills, and time.  Some love to cook, and some don't.  Some come with a specific health concern, and others come for more general nutrition advice and meal planning. Regardless, my goal is to understand your goals and to help!

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What medical conditions can I help with?

Nutrition counseling with a Registered Dietitian is very effective in helping improve and prevent chronic conditions like diabetes, insulin resistance, heart disease, and obesity.   I have had many successes in helping my patients get their lab values (blood glucose, A1C, blood pressure, cholesterol, BMI, etc.) into healthier ranges by focusing on healthier habits.  

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What does an appointment look like?

We will discuss your health history, your typical routine with food, sleep, activity levels, and lifestyle.  I want to know how food is integrated into your life, understand your priorities, and collaborate on a plan. We will get into specific nutrition topics, recipes to try, menu planning, and focus in on specific goals that make sense for you.

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Do I prescribe a specific diet or meal plan?

I tailor dietary recommendations based on health history, your palate, and what is realistic for you.   We come up with a plan together based on what you like and what is doable based on personal preferences, cooking skill, budget, and time. 

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How often do we meet? Depending on the level of support that you need, we will make a plan that makes sense for you and your budget or insurance. Some people benefit from meeting once per week, or every other week for a while and then spacing check-ins farther apart. 

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How long are appointments?

The first appointment typically lasts 60-85 minutes. 

Follow-up appointments are 30-55 minutes. 

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Do I provide virtual visits and in-person?

Yes- whichever is more convenient for you.

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What will it cost?

It depends on your insurance plan. Many cover visits at 100%.  Please include your plan information when you contact us. If you are uninsured or if I am not in-network with your plan, please contact me for self-pay rates.  

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Do I work with pregnant patients?

Yes!  Prenatal nutrition is a special interest of mine.  I see a lot of patients for the dietary management of Gestational Diabetes.  I have worked with hundreds of pregnant women with Gestational Diabetes keep their blood sugar levels in the normal range and avoid complications at birth. I continue to work with many of my patients after they have given birth.

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Do I work with kids?

No, I work with adults 18 and up. I can provide referrals to pediatric dietitians in our area.​

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Do I see patients with eating disorders?

If a patient needs support for a current eating disorder, I recommend seeing a Registered Dietitian who specializes in this area of practice (CED-RD). There are many skilled professionals in this area. I'm happy to provide a referral. 

 

If you don’t see your question addressed here, please reach out! I’d be happy to connect with you. -Leah

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