Frequently Asked Questions
What do nutrition therapy sessions with Kristin look like?
The initial session is an opportunity for me to complete a thorough nutrition assessment by reviewing your nutrition and medical history, food preferences, culture and background. We will explore what has brought you to nutrition therapy and start exploring your initial goals for our work together.
Follow-up sessions will be spent reviewing your goals, building skills to work towards your goals, and of course celebrating the successes along the way! I will use a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities (Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to help you target complicated thoughts and beliefs about food and learn how to find more freedom and peace with food. I will also blend in evidence-based nutrition education, personalized to your unique needs, to help you feel clear and confident about how to nourish yourself.
I foster an active dialogue and collaborative environment in sessions to support my clients in digging deeper into their relationships with food.
What is the difference between a registered dietitian and a nutritionist?
Registered dietitians are board-certified experts on food and nutrition. Becoming a dietitian requires the following:
Completing an intensive series of undergraduate course work in chemistry, biochemistry, organic chemistry, biology, anatomy, physiology, nutrient metabolism, nutrition science, social sciences, and counseling skills
Completing a 1,200 hour supervised practice dietetic internship
Passing a national licensing exam
Complete ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure
The term nutritionist is unregulated and does not require licensure - technically, anyone could call themselves a nutritionist.
How long are nutrition therapy sessions?
Initial sessions are 60 minutes. Follow-up sessions are 45 minutes.