Do you take insurance?

At this time, I do not take insurance. I accept credit and debit cards, checks, and cash. FSA and HSA can be used for nutrition counseling, metabolic rate testing, and custom meal planning related to a diagnosed medical condition as outlined by a Letter of Medical Necessity by your physician. I can provide super bills for possible reimbursement from your insurance company; however, you are responsible for fees if your insurance company does not choose to cover services. If needed, I do offer sliding scale services and pro-bono counseling for eligible applicants.

Do you do in-person or virtual appointments?

In-person appointments are available at Healthspan in Grosse Pointe Farms and Bloomfield Tennis and Fitness in Bloomfield Township, or virtual via Zoom. To have an appointment over Zoom, you will need an internet connection and a device such as a smart phone or computer with a camera and microphone.

I don’t live in Michigan, can I still receive counseling?

Yes, telehealth counseling is available for non-Michigan residents.

What medical conditions do you provide counseling for?

I provide counseling for conditions including, but not limited to: high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and triglycerides, non-alcoholic fatty liver, prediabetes, gout, gallstones, PCOS, food allergies and intolerances, IBS, celiac disease, gastroesophogeal reflux disease (GERD), constipation, nutrient deficiencies, osteoporosis and osteopenia, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis; nutrition for special groups like older adults, vegans and vegetarians, and athletes; and general healthy eating if you would like to take a food-first approach to preventative healthcare, especially if chronic diseases run in your family medical history.

What is the difference between a nutritionist and Registered Dietitian?

The two titles are very different. Even though many nutritionists may have some kind of nutrition education, there are no standard qualifications for someone to call themselves a nutritionist - even you yourself could say you are one! Many nutritionists receive a certificate from a short course of study from a variety of non-accredited or regulated businesses. While there are many nutritionists that do a great job assisting with basic healthy eating, there is no standardized or regulated education they receive, and further they are not appropriate to seek care from when dealing with diagnosed health conditions.

A Registered Dietitian is the legally recognized, nutrition care expert. We are the healthcare provider you would find working with patients to provide nutrition care. “RD” is the credential obtained by someone who has obtained a minimum of a Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, which focuses on nutrition, biology, anatomy and physiology, food safety and science, diseases, and more. A Registered Dietitian has underwent 1,000+ hours of supervised practice in clinical nutrition, community nutrition, and foodservice. After their formal education and professional training, your RD had to take a national credentialing exam. Finally, RD’s are required to complete additional education on a routine basis to remained credentialed and abide by a Code of Ethics set by the accrediting body.