Frequently Asked Questions

I love getting questions – even tough questions – from potential clients. This lets me know that you’re serious about making changes to reach your goals. Below are a few common questions that I’ve gotten from clients in the past. If there are any other questions that I can answer, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

What is your training?: I am a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) with a master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition. Beyond formal education, I have also completed advanced training in functional nutrition and gut health.
Is that the same thing as a nutritionist?: Nope.

Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist; a registered dietitian’s training includes a minimum of a bachelor's degree, a 9-month internship, and a comprehensive national board examination.
What makes you different?: As a registered dietitian and an active member of the Air Force, I know the meaning of discipline and hard work. I also know that teamwork can make or break an experience.

That is why it is important to me that my clients feel comfortable and supported by me; it can feel vulnerable to work with a healthcare professional and I am grateful for the trust my clients have in me every day.

Nothing is more rewarding than giving my clients the tools and support to truly transform their health and well-being. It saddens me to see the misinformation and the overselling of gimmicky products that don’t work. I like to show my clients how easy and fun it can actually be to live a healthy lifestyle.
Do you provide meal plans?: As one part of my client package, I provide meal plans… but they might not look exactly like what you’re picturing.

Too often, my clients have gotten meal plans that are incredibly specific about what they’re supposed to eat and when…and they rarely work. Those kinds of meal plans are not flexible, adaptable…or even enjoyable. All three factors are important for meal plans to be a sustainable solution for you!

Instead, I teach you how to craft the eating formula that works best for you. With that, you’ll have the recipes and food suggestions you’ll need to be successful with your goals all while enjoying what you’re eating.
Should I wait to work with you until after…: It is common for potential clients to think that they should wait until after the wedding or after the vacation to begin working with me…they don’t want to be on a restrictive diet while celebrating!

The truth is, I teach my clients how to navigate these situations; they’re not on a restrictive diet, they’re learning how to nourish their health and find their ideal weight while living their real lives (even on vacation!).
How long will it take to reach my weight goal?: While I can’t predict your journey without meeting you, my experience shows that when you heal your metabolism, learn to honor your hunger and fullness cues, and cultivate good gut health, weight loss will happen naturally (and easily). I’ve seen it again and again with my clients!

If you are only focused on trying to manipulate numbers (i.e., calories), you will continue to spin your wheels with unsatisfying results. The body and metabolism need to be working efficiently to lose weight naturally and permanently.
Do you accept insurance?: I do not accept insurance because insurance does not allow me to practice in a way that best serves you as my client. Insurance only covers the actual appointment time. Back in Balance is a concierge nutrition service with many services provided to you. By bundling my services, you will get better results with more resources available, plus, I don’t have to work by the “hour”. I can put my full effort into each client rather than cramming everything we need in our 1-hour insurance time slot.

You are welcome to pay with an HSA card. Superbills are available upon request.
What payment methods do you accept?: Credit card, HSA card, cash, and Venmo
Can I just book one appointment with you?: I no longer offer single appointments for new clients. A single appointment is simply not enough time to provide adequate support and education for a client to make real progress.

However, my established clients who have gone through the initial program are free to book single appointments with me as needed. This is because they have well-established education, knowledge, and a concrete plan and protocol that we have found works best for them. They are typically much more comfortable at this point and might just need some fine tuning to their plan.