Birch Tree Psychotherapy provides weight-neutral, anti-diet nutrition counseling services in Chicago and virtually (Illinois only). Our registered eating disorder dietitian nutritionist works with clients with eating disorders or other nutrition and body image-related concerns. No matter where you are in your treatment process, we will meet for an initial consultation to help you decide your next step.
Individualized Nutrition Counseling
Finding a peaceful relationship with food can feel overwhelming. With constant messages about dieting, weight loss, and “clean eating,” it’s easy to feel confused about what to eat or how to nourish your body.
At Birch Tree Psychotherapy, our anti-diet nutrition counseling helps you break free from these pressures. Our goal is to guide you toward unconditional peace with food using Intuitive Eating and weight-neutral approaches.
Our registered and board-certified dietitians create individualized plans tailored to your needs. They provide gentle nutrition support, helping you learn to trust your internal cues and make choices that feel satisfying, sustainable, and aligned with your values.
Through non-diet, evidence-based counseling, you can build a healthier, more balanced relationship with food — one that nourishes your body without guilt, restriction, or shame.
Weight-Neutral Nutrition Care
Our dietitians practice a size-inclusive, weight-neutral, and non-diet approach to nutrition. Through this approach, we prioritize clients’ overall well-being and mental health, independent of body size and understanding while challenging the oppressive systems of anti-fatness and healthism. We believe in affirming and equitable treatment for all persons and all bodies.
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What We Treat
We provide specialized nutrition support in the following areas:
- Eating disorders (Anorexia, Binge eating, bulimia, OSFED, ARFID, and more)
- Adolescent health and nutrition
- Intuitive/ Mindful Eating
- Interrupting cycles of dieting
- Improving your relationship with food and body image
- Integrating joyful movement/exercise
- Meal planning and implementation
- General Health and Wellness
Our nutrition approach aids you in the journey to trusting your body, and giving your body the nourishment, it needs. We will help you to reconnect to your body’s physical sensations, appetite awareness, satisfaction, and gentle nutrition principles. Please read below to learn more about the various components of our nutrition support at Birch Tree Psychotherapy.
Initial Assessment
Your individualized treatment will start by meeting with one of our dietitians for a nutrition assessment, where we will discuss your personal goals and understand more about your history and relationship to food. Our first session will focus on your relationship with food and what led to you reaching out for nutrition counseling. We will explore pertinent medical history, eating patterns, and routines while identifying your nutrition counseling goals.
Follow-Up Sessions
Follow-up nutrition counseling sessions are highly individualized and frequently include a combination of nutrition education, goal setting, and other interventions. They may be conducted individually and may also include other support people or family members. We collaborate with your individual therapist and your physicians to provide comprehensive, quality care.