Nutritionist for Anorexia

Compassionate, evidence-based nutrition therapy for recovery and healing

Understanding Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a serious eating disorder characterized by restriction of food intake leading to significantly low body weight, intense fear of weight gain, and distorted body image. Many individuals also struggle with atypical anorexia, where all features are present but weight remains within or above normal range—yet medical risks can be equivalent or worse. This condition affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Anorexia has the highest mortality rate of any mental health disorder, with complications arising from both the physical effects of malnutrition and increased suicide risk. Early intervention and comprehensive treatment are crucial to improve recovery outcomes.

Signs & Symptoms

  • Severe restriction of intake

  • Intense fear of gaining weight

  • Distorted perception of body weight or shape

  • Denial of the seriousness of current low body weight

  • Two subtypes: Restricting type or Binge-eating/Purging type

The Physical Impact

Anorexia affects every system in your body. Common medical complications include:

  • Cardiovascular: Bradycardia (slow heart rate), low blood pressure

  • Metabolic: Cold intolerance, amenorrhea, hypometabolic state

  • Gastrointestinal: Delayed gastric emptying, constipation

  • Bone Health: Osteoporosis and increased fracture risk

  • Neurological: Cognitive changes, obsessive thoughts, reduced concentration

  • Psychological: Emotional blunting, increased anxiety and depression

How I Support Your Recovery as Your Registered Dietitian

My Approach

As a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorder recovery, I provide comprehensive nutrition therapy that goes far beyond meal planning. My approach is:

  • Individualized: Every nutrition roadmap is tailored to your unique needs, medical status, and recovery goals

  • Collaborative: I work closely with your medical doctor, therapist, and psychiatrist as part of your integrated care team

  • Evidence-Based: Treatment follows established protocols while honoring your personal recovery journey

  • Compassionate: Creating a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and growth

What We Work On Together

Nutritional Rehabilitation

  • Structured Eating: Establishing regular meals

  • Food Reintroduction: Gradually bringing back previously feared foods

  • Variety Building: Expanding your food repertoire at a comfortable pace

  • Hunger/Fullness Recovery: Helping your body rediscover natural cues

  • Intuitive Eating: Make peace with all food and consume what your body needs and wants.

  • Managing Co-occuring conditions: Adressing other nutrition related medical conditions.

  • Physical Symptoms: Managing physical symptoms of reintroducing food.

Education and Psychological Nutrition Support

  • Challenging rigid food rules and "diet mentality"

  • Education about food as medicine and nourishment

  • Debunking nutrition myths and misinformation

  • Supporting body trust and intuitive eating principles

  • Joyful movement

  • Body image resillience

What you can expect

Recovery is a journey, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Clients depending on where they are in the journey often experience:

Early Recovery:

  • Initial anxiety around increased food intake (this is normal and temporary).

  • Physical symptoms as your body begins to heal

  • Cognitive challenges as we work through food fears

Progressive Healing:

  • Mental Clarity: Improved concentration and decision-making as your brain receives adequate nutrition

  • Emotional Regulation: Better mood stability and decreased obsessive thoughts about food

  • Physical Recovery: Increased energy, improved sleep, and restoration of bodily functions

  • Food Freedom: Growing trust in your body and reduced preoccupation with calories

Sustained Recovery:

  • Normalized relationship with food and eating

  • Improved quality of life and social connections

  • Greater self-compassion and body acceptance

  • Tools for long-term wellness and relapse prevention

Take the Next Step

Recovery from anorexia nervosa is possible, and you don't have to do it alone. If you're ready to begin or continue your journey , I'm here to help.

Natalie is a registered dietitian with a background in psychology and a deep commitment to supporting individuals through eating disorder recovery. She holds an honors degree in Psychology from UC Berkeley and a Master’s in Clinical Dietetics from NYU, with training in eating disorder care. Her approach is rooted in intuitive eating and weight inclusive care, blending clinical expertise with warmth and compassion. Natalie believes in helping clients build a peaceful relationship with food and body while supporting lasting, meaningful recovery.