Holistic nutrition counseling
lead by a registered dietitian
and tailored to your needs

A registered dietitian is a licensed healthcare professional that specializes in food and nutrition's role in human health.

Some countries refer to their licensed dietitians as “nutritionists,” but in the U.S. the term “nutritionist” is not a regulated title.

Dietitians must hold a minimum of a graduate degree, complete nutrition and dietetics coursework from an accredited program, complete a minimum 1,000-hour supervised practice, pass a national exam, and submit continuing proffessional education throughout their careers.

Online tools can provide general information, but working with a dietitian offers personalized care based on your unique health history, preferences, and goals. We can address complex relationships with food and help you navigate challenges as they arise, including when related challenges in other areas of your life emerge.

No. You can schedule directly without a referral. However, if nutrition therapy becomes part of your overall healthcare plan, we can coordinate with your care team with your consent.

The office is located on the second floor of a building that is only accessible by stairs. For clients with mobility needs, virtual appointments are available. Please contact me if you have any questions about access or accommodations.

I require at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule appointments. Late cancellations may be subject to a fee. Life happens, and I aim to be flexible when possible.

Session frequency will be discussed during our first session together. The pacing of appointments will always be tailored to your needs, even as they evolve.

Yes, virtual sessions are available for clients who reside in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

In some cases, when medically indicated, we may discuss more structured nutrition approaches. With some clients, we will explore meal ideas, planning strategies, or other tools to support their goals. However, rigid meal plans are not the focus of this practice.

Yes, with your consent. Coordinated care can be helpful, especially if you are managing multiple conditions. I can collaborate with other providers to support consistency and integration across your care.

Both the office space and nutrition counseling philosophy at Alimente have been built to support your autonomy and dignity.

My practice is weight-inclusive and trauma-informed. I have contributed to nutrition care for clients with eating disorders and GI conditions through supervised training and continuing education.

Yes. Alimente uses a non-diet approach and you will never be expected to follow rigid plans. We welcome clients who have experienced harm from diet culture, weight stigma, or prescriptive nutrition advice.

You do not need a specific diagnosis or severity of symptoms to benefit from nutrition therapy. Whether you're looking to improve your relationship with food, support your mental health, or address specific concerns, you're welcome here. Schedule a discovery calI to learn more about how Alimente's approach can help.

Insurance companies can limit the scope and flexibility of nutrition care. Working outside of insurance expectations allows us to tailor care to your needs, not to insurance requirements or restrictions.

I can provide a superbill, which is a type of receipt with the necessary information for out-of-network reimbursement. Coverage varies by plan, so I encourage you to contact your insurance provider to ask about reimbursement for Medical Nutrition Therapy.

In most cases, you can use Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to pay for nutrition therapy sessions. You may want to confirm this with your HSA or FSA provider.

Current rates for sessions and packages are available on the Pricing page.

Alimente uses tiered pricing based on the Rhode Island Standard of Need budget to ensure our services are equitable and accessible.