It’s not about changing your body, it’s about building a life.
Anti-dieting, Anti-anxiety approach to eating well and thriving.
- All ages
- Individual and family sessions
- In person in Boulder and Denver, CO, and virtual
- Insurance accepted (Aetna, Cigna, United, Anthem BCBS)
- Memberships and Pay-as-you-go care
Interested in seeing a Registered Dietitian?
Work with one of our skilled dietitians to address a medical condition.
- Use insurance to cover your session (when your plan covers your care)
- Medical Nutrition Counseling
- In-Person and Virtual sessions
Interested in seeing a
Nutrition Coach?
Work with one of our professional coaches and focus on building skills and behaviors to achieve your goals.
- Affordable monthly memberships and packages
- Meal Planning, Accountability
- Individual, Group & Online learning
- Virtual sessions
Tired of
feeling “fine”
but never feeling energized?
How much mental energy do you lose feeling guilty about the foods you enjoy?
What if you could reach your goals without ever feeling like you were “on a diet”?
Tired of nutrition feeling like a second full-time job?
What would change if your nutrition plan was the easiest part of your busy week?
Dietitian vs. Nutrition Coach
What’s Right for You?
Not sure where to start? You don’t have to choose alone.
Both options support your health, they just serve different roles.
Work with a Registered Dietitian if you need:
Medical nutrition care & expert guidance
- Diagnosis-based nutrition support (GI issues, PCOS, diabetes, eating disorders, food allergies)
- Personalized nutrition assessment and dietary prescription
- In-depth nutrient analysis and clinical recommendations
- Support for complex or chronic health conditions
- Insurance coverage may apply (depending on your plan)
Best For
Those needing clinical expertise, medical nutrition therapy, or condition-specific care.
Work with a Nutrition Coach if you want:
Support, accountability, and real-life habit change
- Help following through on a plan you already have
- Goal setting, structure, and consistency
- Ongoing motivation and check-ins
- Meal planning tools, trackers, and practical strategies
- Access to resources like recipes, worksheets, and group support
- Affordable monthly membership and package options
Best For
Those ready to build habits, stay consistent, and create lasting lifestyle change.
The Best Results Often Come from Both
Your dietitian creates the plan.
Your coach helps you implement it consistently.
Quick Comparison
| Focus | Registered Dietitian | Nutrition Coach |
|---|---|---|
| Sessions | Medical nutrition care | Behavior & habits |
| Includes | 1:1 (in-person or virtual) | 1:1, virtual |
| Best For | Assessment, diagnosis, nutrition plan | Accountability, tools, support, meal planning |
| Conditions & clinical needs | Lifestyle change & follow-through | |
| Cost Structure | Insurance or per session | Monthly membership |
Wherever you’re starting, we’ll meet you there, and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Have a medical condition or need a diagnosis-based plan? |
Start with a Dietitian |
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Already know what to do but struggle to stay consistent? |
Start with a Coach |
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Want expert guidance and ongoing support? |
Combine both for the best results |
Conditions We Treat
Eating Disorders
Arfid, Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, Atypical Anorexia (ANN)
Child & Family Nutrition
Picky Eating, Family Meals, Energy Needs, Nutrition For Sports
Food Allergies & Sensitivities
Allergens, Anaphylaxis, Symptoms from Food, Food Intolerances
Digestive and GI Health
IBS, Crohn’s/Coltis, Celiac, Malabsorption, Reflux/Heartburn, Constipation
Menopause & Perimenopause
Energy, Sleep, Hot Flashes, Body Changes, Food/Supplement Support
Chronic Health Conditions
Heart Health, Blood Pressure, Auto-Immune, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, HIV
Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management
Diabetes, Prediabetes, CGM Data Interpretation, Food/Supplement Support
Weight Related Care
Nutrition, Wellness, Lifestyle, Habits
Women’s Health & PCOS
Hormonal Balance, Fertility, Prenatal Nutrition, Postpartum Recovery, Menstrual Health, Healthy Aging
Kind Words
“I was given a diet by my naturopath and the team at Essential Nutrition helped me uncover where I was missing important nutrients on this plan. They can find “allowed” foods to fill the gaps and suggested a few supplements when diet alone wouldn’t cut it. I have been very impressed by their knowledge and am happy to have found them.”
“Excellent! Easy to talk to. They make me feel at ease. They give good advice tailored to your needs. I’m definitely coming back for more!”
“Highly recommend! They provide personalized advice that you can immediately put into action. The team is highly educated and experienced and caring. I am glad that I have had the benefit of their help.”
“Fantastic experience! Wonderful, supportive, and so caring! I’m so glad I chose Essential Nutrition to help me with my weight and health concerns!”
“I give the team at Essential Nutrition credit for helping me build the skills and knowledge to heal my relationship with food and start to fuel my body with care. They are compassionate, knowledgeable and understanding. Much gratitude.”