As a nutrition professional, I counsel clients on diet and lifestyle treatment modalities using a functional framework. The key tenets to which I ascribe include a caring client-practitioner relationship, a systematic approach to understanding the client as a whole person, plan personalization and continuous reassessment and support. 

Caring and Empowering Partnership 

I believe empathy, trust and respect are key components to a successful client-practitioner relationship. I use motivational interviewing and reflective listening, in particular, to build rapport and convey sincere interest in understanding your unique story.

Systematic Approach 

I use a systematic approach to understand your history, current health challenges, lifestyle and diet habits, underlying belief system and personal goals. A complete appreciation of every part of your story is critical to developing informed recommendations.

Plan Personalization

I identify areas of opportunity to modify and grow your knowledge and skills in order to help you move in the direction of your goals. Nutritional and lifestyle interventions target the root causes of your health concerns but also must be personalized taking into account your cultural, social and economic environment. I do not subscribe to one particular diet or method of eating, but instead, base my recommendations on current evidence in the scientific literature that is relevant to your specific situation.

Continuous Reassessment and Support

Continuous evaluation of your progress is essential. Every therapeutic interaction will include a thorough and collaborative evaluation of each piece of your plan. My goal is to quickly identify obstacles so that they can be addressed, and you can feel empowered to achieve your goals. Reassessment also provides the important opportunity to highlight and celebrate your successes!