Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Nutrition Counseling in San Diego
Joanna Foley Nutrition was founded on the belief that nutrition should enhance life, not add stress. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and recovered disordered eater, I combine personal experience with professional expertise to help clients rebuild their relationship with food. Our approach focuses on intuitive eating, sustainable habits, and holistic health, moving beyond restrictive diets. Through personalized counseling, we address mindset shifts, food sensitivities, and lifestyle changes to achieve long-term wellness. Clients receive tailored guidance, including meal planning, goal setting, and ongoing support to navigate health challenges confidently.We specialize in transforming complex health concerns into manageable solutions, emphasizing education and empowerment. By prioritizing individual needs over generic rules, we foster a balanced approach to nutrition that honors both physical and mental well-being. Our virtual services ensure accessibility for clients nationwide, while local San Diego residents can opt for in-person sessions. With a commitment to evidence-based practices and continuous support, we aim to make food freedom a reality for every client.
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Food Sensitivity Testing
Meal Planning
Mindset Coaching
Wellness Talks
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized nutrition plans based on your unique health history and goals.
- Our approach combines professional expertise with lived experience overcoming disordered eating.
- Virtual sessions provide flexible access to care from anywhere in the US.
- We specialize in evidence-based food sensitivity testing and elimination diets.
- Ongoing support includes meal planning, mindset coaching, and accountability.
Associations and certifications
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Personalized nutrition guidance helps clients develop sustainable eating habits through one-on-one coaching. We address specific health concerns while emphasizing intuitive eating principles. Clients receive tailored meal plans, grocery shopping strategies, and ongoing support to build confidence in making nourishing food choices that align with individual needs and preferences.
Food Sensitivity Testing
Comprehensive food sensitivity evaluation using the Mediator Release Test identifies 170 potential triggers causing symptoms like migraines and digestive issues. This evidence-based approach creates customized elimination diets followed by structured reintroduction protocols. Clients receive personalized meal plans and continuous support throughout the process to achieve lasting symptom relief and improved quality of life.
Mindset Coaching
Specialized counseling addresses emotional eating patterns and negative thought cycles around food. Through guided exercises and accountability sessions, clients learn to recognize hunger cues, overcome guilt associated with eating, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. This service focuses on building self-trust and creating positive associations with food and body image.
People
Joanna Foley
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Joanna Foley is a registered dietitian with personal experience overcoming disordered eating. She specializes in intuitive eating, food sensitivities, and holistic nutrition. Her approach combines professional expertise with lived experience to help clients achieve sustainable health improvements through personalized counseling and mindset coaching.
Questions
What does your nutrition counseling process involve?
We begin with a comprehensive health assessment followed by personalized recommendations. Sessions include goal setting, meal planning, mindset work, and ongoing accountability through follow-up appointments and email support.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes, we provide virtual sessions via phone or video call for clients nationwide. Local San Diego residents may also choose in-person meetings at public locations like parks or cafes.
How do you handle food sensitivity testing?
We use the Mediator Release Test to identify 170 potential triggers, followed by personalized elimination diets and structured reintroduction protocols with continuous meal planning support throughout the process.
What sets your approach apart from other dietitians?
Our unique combination of professional expertise and personal experience overcoming disordered eating allows us to address both nutritional needs and emotional relationships with food through a holistic, non-restrictive framework.
Can I work with you if I'm not in California?
Absolutely! Our virtual services accommodate clients across the United States through convenient phone or video consultations, making personalized nutrition counseling accessible regardless of location.