Nutrition Support for Anxiety

Nutrition care that empowers mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Understanding Anxiety & eating

Anxiety can interfere with eating in complex and deeply personal ways. For some, it means a sudden loss of appetite during stressful periods; for others, it may bring physical discomforts like nausea, a tight throat, or racing thoughts that make meals feel impossible. Often, anxiety drives rigid food rules or avoidance of entire food groups and eating scenarios. Over time, these behaviors can reduce energy, worsen digestion, and increase emotional distress. You don’t need a formal diagnosis to struggle with anxiety-related eating disruptions—your experience is valid and treatable. Nutrition therapy offers a path toward restoring both nourishment and ease at mealtimes.

Signs & Symptoms

  • Persistent low appetite or skipping meals during high stress

  • Nausea, stomach aches, or throat tightness when trying to eat

  • Food restriction or over-control to soothe anxiety

  • Fear of negative consequences from eating (choking, nausea, judgment)

  • Avoiding social eating situations

The Physical Impact

Prolonged under-eating or erratic eating can impact physical health:

  • Fatigue and poor energy

  • Brain fog and trouble concentrating

  • Heightened anxiety or mood swings

  • GI distress: reflux, constipation, or stomach pain

  • Irregular periods or hormonal imbalances

  • Feeling cold often or experiencing hair loss

  • Weakened immune system and frequent illness

How I Support Your Recovery as Your Registered Dietitian

What We Work On Together

Nutritional Stabilization

  • Create a gentle eating structure to reintroduce consistency

  • Utilize "low-effort" options to reduce overwhelm and optimize intake

  • Identify appetite and hunger cues

  • Address nutrition gaps

Anxiety-Responsive Tools

  • Practice meal-specific coping skills: deep breathing, grounding before meals

  • Identify meal timing strategies to reduce decision fatigue

  • Explore calming rituals around food that support a regulated nervous system

Nervous System & Emotional Support

  • Incorporate supportive routines like breathwork and rest-and-digest strategies

  • Collaborate with your therapist or other providers as needed

  • Provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to process nutrition related difficulties and setbacks

My Approach

As a soon to be registered dietitian specializing in mental health nutrition care, 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

Take the Next Step

Recovery from bulimia 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 soon to be 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 specialized training in eating disorders. Her approach is rooted in intuitive eating and weight inclusive care, blending clinical expertise with warmth and compassion. Natalie believes in helping clients improve mental, emotional, and physical well being through nutrition.