Private Nutrition Counseling in Portland: What to Expect

If you’ve been Googling “private nutrition counseling Portland” because you’re tired of feeling exhausted, bloated, or confused about what to eat—you’re in the right place. As a Portland-based registered dietitian, I help women move past food stress and finally feel supported with evidence-based, compassionate care.

Why Work With a Private Practice Dietitian in Portland?

The internet is noisy, and it can feel impossible to know what advice is actually credible. Private nutrition counseling connects you with a licensed professional who can translate the science into a plan that works for your real life.

When you work with me, you’re not just getting a generic handout—you’re getting:

  • Personalized support for your unique health goals, lifestyle, and preferences.
  • Evidence-based care rooted in medical nutrition therapy (MNT).
  • Local access to a women’s health dietitian right here in Portland (with telehealth available, too).

What Happens in a Nutrition Counseling Session?

A typical session goes deeper than just “eat more veggies.” We connect the dots between your symptoms, your food, and your lifestyle so you understand what your body actually needs.

During our work together, we might:

  • Review your energy, digestion, hormones, and labs.
  • Build a meal structure that supports your day without feeling restrictive.
  • Identify nutrition strategies that help with PCOS, fertility, gut health, burnout, or weight fluctuations.
  • Create a plan that’s realistic for your schedule, budget, and stress levels.

My goal is never to overhaul your life. It’s to help you feel better in your body—with less stress, more energy, and sustainable routines.

Who Benefits From Private Nutrition Counseling in Portland?

I work with women who are ready to feel like themselves again. If you live in Portland (or nearby) and struggle with:

  • Constant fatigue or “wired but tired” crashes
  • Hormone imbalances (irregular cycles, PCOS, PMS)
  • Digestive issues like bloating, reflux, or constipation
  • Burnout from balancing work, life, and wellness
  • Confusion from conflicting nutrition advice online

…private nutrition counseling can help you get clarity and support.

Why Choose My Portland Practice?

There are many Portland dietitians, but my practice is designed for women who are ready to heal their relationship with food while still wanting structure. I blend the science of medical nutrition therapy with a non-diet, flexible approach so you get both guidance and freedom.

Clients tell me they feel heard, supported, and empowered—not judged or shamed. That’s the difference of working with a women’s health dietitian who understands what you’re actually juggling.

Ready to Start Nutrition Counseling in Portland?

If you’ve been searching for private nutrition counseling Portland because you’re tired of DIY-ing your health, this is your sign to get support.

I offer one-on-one sessions virtually and in-person here in Portland. Together, we’ll create a nutrition plan that feels doable, supportive, and life-giving.

👉 Book your free discovery call today and see how working with a Portland dietitian can change the way you feel.

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With an evidence-based, science-backed approach to nutrition, I’ll offer you personalized, nonjudgmental support and nutrition counseling that feels freeing, not limiting. 


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