Frequently Asked Questions
What is nutrition counseling? What will we work on?
My approach is highly individualized to you and your goals - there is no one-size-fits-all program. Our work together is a process of partnership and exploration centered on you and your experience. We will set goals that we will revisit often, and get curious about your current nutrition beliefs and behaviors, and work toward debunking any that may not be helpful.
In the initial consultation, I’ll get to know you and your reasons for seeking support with your nutrition. We will discuss your health and nutrition goals, past medical history, current health concerns and your relationship with food and body. We will start to define short and long term goals, discuss what you hope to get out of our work together, and explore what will be helpful to revisit in follow up sessions.
In follow up sessions, we will check in on your goals and adjust as needed. We will work together to improve your relationship to food and your body while meeting any relevant health goals.
Who do you work with?
I work with adolescents and adults with eating disorders and disordered eating patterns, as well as folks looking to address their health through a weight neutral approach (i.e. overall wellbeing, high cholesterol, prediabetes, and more). I also work with families of younger children who may be interested in learning about helping a child with picky eating, weight concerns, or supporting family feeding for raising an intuitive eater.
Where do we meet? How often?
Sessions take place virtually via a secure online video platform.
How often we meet depends on the level of support you need. We typically will meet weekly to start. We can discuss what level of support feels right for you.
How much do sessions cost?
Initial sessions are 60-75 minutes and cost $150. Follow up sessions are 45 minutes and $110.
If cost is a concern, please ask about options! Accessibility of services is important to me, and I offer a limited number of “pay what you can” slots. I am also a member of Project Heal’s Healers Circle.
Do you take insurance?
Currently, due to licensure laws in Michigan, I cannot bill insurance directly. After payment for services, I can give you a superbill that you can submit to your insurance. Reimbursement depends on your insurance plan and coverage. I recommend calling your insurance to learn more about reimbursement for nutrition services. I also accept HSA or FSA cards.
Some questions you can ask your insurance provider:
Does my plan reimburse outpatient nutrition counseling? (CPT Codes 97802 and 97803)
If yes, how many sessions are allowed?
Does my plan only reimburse visits that are “medically necessary”?
Do I have a deductible to meet first? If yes, how much?
Do I need a physician referral?
Are specific codes or diagnoses eligible for reimbursement?
What is Intuitive Eating?
Intuitive Eating is non-diet framework that has been supported in over 100 research studies. The principles of Intuitive Eating support you in the process of unlearning external food and diet rules and getting in tune with your own body’s cues and knowledge. Intuitive eating is based in self-care and body respect, and honors both physical and mental health. The ten principles are reject the diet mentality, honor your hunger, make peace with food, challenge the food police, discover the satisfaction factor, feel your fullness, cope with emotions with kindness, respect your body, movement - feel the difference, and honor your health - gentle nutrition.
What is Health at Every Size® (HAES®)?
Health at Every Size (HAES) is a weight inclusive framework and approach to health. It is a dynamic, evolving alternative to the traditional, weight-centric paradigm that ties health to a certain weight or BMI. The HAES approach focuses on holistic health that supports the individual, while also working on a larger scale to disrupt current body ideals and end weight-based discrimination and stigma. Every body deserves affirming, supportive care, and to pursue what health means to them. The five HAES principles include weight inclusivity, respectful care, health enhancement, eating for well-being, and life-enhancing movement.