Q: How do your consultations work?

A: My goal is to balance your body so it can function optimally. I use nutrition, both food and/or supplements, to do this.  I also provide education, which is a key to prevention.  A clear and concise protocol is designed for you with dietary, lifestyle and supplement recommendations.   The initial consultation takes about two hours.  Follow up consultations will help to monitor your progress and make any adjustments necessary in the protocol.  They take place anywhere from 4-8 weeks after the initial consultation and last about an hour.

I understand that any change of diet and lifestyle is a big and often times difficult step.  I offer support and guidance to my clients throughout.  I believe the client consultation process is akin to a journey we both take together.  I strive to be present for each client, to listen openly, to communicate clearly and most importantly to care for your wellbeing.

Q:  How many consultations will I need?

A:  Everyone is different. Scheduling an appointment approximately once a month is ideal.  However, the interim between appointments may vary on a case-by-case basis. Either way, you will derive ongoing benefits from the initial consultation as well as from subsequent appointments.

Q:  What are your assessment methods? 

A: Before we meet you’ll fill out several forms regarding your current health symptoms, your lifestyle and diet (please see below for forms). This information will give me an initial picture of your current health status. When we meet we’ll take some time to go over this information and answer each others questions. 
 

Next, I’ll perform a variety of functional tests.  These noninvasive tests target your body’s digestive functioning, sugar handling ability, tissue mineral status, fatty acid status and hydration levels.  Further tests can target endocrine, immune and cardiovascular function. These tests will give a more detailed picture of your current health status.   They are designed to detect underlying dysfunction in the body and are an invaluable and vital link in assessing your current state of health.  No other nutritionist or dietitian uses this individualized, functional evaluation.

Q:  How do I prepare for a consultation?

A:  Once an appointment is scheduled, please print out the following forms and return to me at least 48 hours in advance of your scheduled consultation.  You can mail or preferably email them as an attachment.  The Word format allows you to fill out the forms right on your computer, save them to your hard drive and send them back to me via an email attachment.  I will also be emailing you a separate form called a Nutritional Assessment Questionnaire(NAQ) which you will fill out and send back to me online.   Use the NAQ attachment below only if you don't have email. Otherwise, please look for that NAQ in your inbox and please also send that in at least 48 hours ahead as well.

Food Journal Form - please print out 3 copies

Confidential Health Questionnaire

Nutritional Assessment Questionnaire(NAQ)
 

On the day of your consultation please wear light and/or comfortable clothing such as sweat pants, sweat shirts, T-shirts, etc.  There will be a hands on functional assessment performed, therefore tight clothing may impede the accuracy of these tests as well as your overall general comfort.

Please try to refrain from eating at least 2 to 3 hours before your consultation.  Drinking plenty of water is fine and always encouraged.

Please bring all supplements you are currently taking.

Q:  Will I have to take a lot of supplements?

A:  It is always your choice whether you want to use supplements or not.  In general, the more willing you are to adopt healthy eating habits, the less you will need to rely on nutritional supplementation.  In my experience most people do well on one to four supplements.  Ideally, the number of supplements you need to maintain balance will decrease over time. Once balance is attained, you can maintain your progress with healthy eating habits and positive lifestyle changes.

Q:  How much do you charge for your consultations?

A:  Initial consultation - up to 2 hrs – sliding scale - $75 - $125
Follow up consultation - up to 1 hr - sliding scale $50 - $75
Phone consultation - 1 hr - sliding scale $65 - $85
In home consultation - $225 + travel expenses