Do I need a formal diagnosis to receive nutrition counseling?

No, you do not need to be diagnosed with an eating disorder or disordered eating in order to receive nutrition counseling. If you would like to heal your food and body relationship, we can work together towards your goals. If you are unsure about if you have a healthy relationship with food and your body, Embark Nutrition Counseling is a safe space to explore that as well.

If you are looking for medical nutrition therapy services for a condition that is not an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out. Embark Nutrition Counseling specializes in treatment for eating disorders/disordered eating and also provides nutrition counseling services for other conditions. Examples of other conditions we help to treat are listed on the ‘About’ website page. We are happy to discuss your needs to help determine if this practice is a good fit for you!

What is health at every size (HAES ®)?

“Health at Every Size (HAES) is a movement that promotes the idea that individuals can pursue health and well-being regardless of their body size or weight. It challenges the traditional weight-centric model of health, which often equates thinness with health and fatness with illness. Instead, HAES advocates for a holistic approach that considers various aspects of health, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being.”

Health at Every Size® (HAES®) Principles – ASDAH

does Embark nutrition counseling provide telehealth sessions?

Nutrition counseling sessions are provided via telehealth through a HIPPA compliant, secure platform. Sessions are offered via telehealth at this time which has improved access to care for our clients.

CAN I RECEIVE NUTRITION COUNSELING IN ANOTHER STATE?

Yes! We are credentialed to provide medical nutrition therapy in MA, ME, NH and VT. There are also states with flexible licensure laws. Please reach out if you have questions about if you can receive nutrition counseling based on your location.

is my insurance plan accepted?

Embark Nutrition Counseling is in network with many major insurance companies in New England and has a self-pay option. Additionally, if we’re not in network with your insurance company, we can provide a superbill after each session. If your plan includes out-of-network benefits, you may be able to receive reimbursement directly from your insurance company. Please see the ‘Services’ website page for specific plan information.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out. Additional questions regarding Embark’s nutrition counseling services are welcome!