3 of the Best Nutritionists in Orlando
Takeaway: If you're searching for a nutritionist in Florida, here are three top professionals to consider. The nutritionists at Restored Purpose Counseling specialize in a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach, helping you achieve your healthiest self.
About Restored Purpose
At Restored Purpose, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care through a compassionate, evidence-based approach to eating disorder recovery. Our team of top registered dietitians in Orlando brings a wealth of expertise and a shared passion and commitment to transforming lives. We believe in give patients a personalized, holistic approach that addresses not only the physical aspects of eating disorders but also the emotional and psychological facets.
3 of the best Orlando Registered Dietitians
When it comes to treating eating disorders, finding a registered dietitian (RD) who specializes in this complex field is crucial. The right dietitian can help guide individuals on the road to recovery with compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to the unique nutritional needs of those struggling with disorders like anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and other forms of disordered eating.
In this blog, we’ll introduce you to the top 3 eating disorder dietitians in Orlando, as well as those offering virtual services throughout Florida. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or a loved one, these experts are equipped with the experience, specialized training, and a deep understanding of the emotional and physical challenges of eating disorders.
We’ll highlight their unique approaches, qualifications, and the key factors that set them apart in the field of eating disorder recovery. With their help, you can feel confident in choosing a dietitian who will provide the compassionate, individualized care necessary to support the journey to health and healing.
1. Tessa Balish
- RD, LDN
- Bachelors of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
- As an anti-diet Registered Dietitian at Restored Purpose Counseling, Tessa provides virtual support for various disorders, including ARFID, binge-eating, anorexia, bulimia, and orthorexia. Using a Health-at-Every-Size® approach, she focuses on a weight-inclusive, holistic view of each client. Tessa utilizes exposure-response prevention to address food-related anxieties and is passionate about helping individuals reconnect with or develop a healthier relationship with food. She believes understanding a person’s food history and cultural influences is key to meaningful change.
2. Lisa Janik
- MS, RD, LDN
- Masters of Science and Supervised Practice in Nutrition at Georgia State University
- Lisa is a Registered Dietitian at Restored Purpose Counseling, licensed in both Florida and Georgia, and offers virtual sessions. She specializes in supporting individuals with disordered eating, as well as those seeking a lifestyle with a more balanced relationship with food and their body, free from dieting. Lisa employs a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach, valuing a collaborative counseling relationship where she listens closely to each client's unique experiences. Utilizing Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size® principles, she believes in incorporating all foods into a healthy, balanced diet for optimal wellness.
3. Alex Fleet
- MS, RD, LDN
- Masters of Science in Nutrition and Food Science at Florida State University
- Alex is a Registered Dietitian, nutritionist based in South Carolina with licensure in Florida and South Carolina. Her passion lies in helping individuals cultivate a healthy relationship with food by embracing food neutrality. Her primary focus is eating disorders and disorder eating, utilizing a non-diet, weight inclusive approach. Through motivational interviewing and intuitive eating principles, she aims to create a supportive space where all foods can fit.
By Amy Zogran, MS, RD, LD
