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Your Partner for Compassionate Nutrition Counseling
I am Kate Berger, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist dedicated to helping individuals and families cultivate sustainable, joyful relationships with food. With over a decade of experience in medical nutrition therapy, prenatal care, and family dynamics, I specialize in translating complex nutritional science into practical, personalized strategies. My practice emphasizes non-restrictive, evidence-based approaches that prioritize long-term health over temporary diets. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from Cal Poly Pomona and have advanced training in weight management, pediatric nutrition, and mental health support.My coaching methodology combines goal-setting frameworks with compassionate accountability, empowering clients to navigate food challenges, manage chronic conditions, and build confidence in their nutritional choices. I operate exclusively through HIPAA-compliant virtual consultations, serving clients across Oregon and California while maintaining strict adherence to privacy and ethical standards.
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Family Nutrition
Prenatal Nutrition
Mental Health Nutrition
Disordered Eating Support
Digestive Health Management
Sports Nutrition
Genetic Nutrition Therapy
Child Nutrition
Online Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized nutrition plans tailored to medical needs and lifestyle constraints
- Our non-diet approach focuses on sustainable, evidence-based lifestyle changes
- Specialized expertise in prenatal nutrition and family mealtime challenges
- Virtual sessions provide accessible, HIPAA-compliant care across state lines
- Comprehensive support for mental health and disordered eating recovery
Associations and certifications
- Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
What people say
Incredible dietitian
Compassionate guidance
Body positive approach
Amazing recipes
Picky eater approved
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Personalized nutrition counseling addresses individual health goals and medical conditions through evidence-based dietary strategies. Our sessions help clients understand their unique nutritional needs while developing practical meal plans that accommodate lifestyle constraints. This service supports long-term health improvements by focusing on sustainable behavior changes rather than temporary diets.
Family Nutrition
Specialized family nutrition services help caregivers navigate mealtime challenges and establish healthy eating patterns for children. We provide practical strategies for managing food allergies, addressing picky eating behaviors, and creating positive family dining experiences. Our approach emphasizes Ellyn Satter's division of responsibility model to foster healthy relationships with food across childhood development stages.
Prenatal Nutrition
Comprehensive prenatal nutrition guidance supports maternal and fetal health throughout pregnancy. This service addresses changing nutritional needs across trimesters, manages pregnancy-related digestive discomforts, and prepares clients for postpartum nutritional transitions. We specialize in optimizing key nutrients like folate, iron, and vitamin D while accommodating individual dietary preferences and restrictions.
Mental Health Nutrition
Integrative mental health nutrition services explore the connection between diet and emotional well-being. We help clients develop nourishment strategies that support brain health, manage stress, and improve mood regulation. This service combines nutritional science with mindfulness practices to address food-related anxiety and build positive self-care routines.
Disordered Eating Support
Specialized disordered eating support provides compassionate care for individuals struggling with unhealthy eating patterns. Our approach focuses on rebuilding trust in internal hunger cues while addressing underlying emotional factors. We offer outpatient support and coordinate care with mental health professionals when higher levels of care are needed.
People
Kate Berger
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Kate Berger is a licensed Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with expertise in prenatal care, family nutrition, and mental wellness. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from Cal Poly Pomona and completed specialized training in medical nutrition therapy. With over a decade of clinical experience, Kate helps clients develop sustainable, joyful relationships with food through virtual consultations.
Questions
What virtual nutrition services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive virtual nutrition counseling for individuals and families, including prenatal nutrition guidance, family meal planning, disordered eating support, and chronic condition management through HIPAA-compliant video platforms.
Do you accept insurance for nutrition counseling?
We provide documentation for potential insurance reimbursement and work with clients to navigate out-of-network benefits. Specific insurance details are available upon request during initial consultations.
How do online nutrition sessions work?
Virtual sessions use secure video conferencing platforms for private consultations. After scheduling through our website, you'll receive secure access details and preparation instructions for your initial 60-minute evaluation session.
What makes your approach different from other dietitians?
Our non-diet approach focuses on sustainable lifestyle changes rather than restrictive meal plans. We emphasize intuitive eating principles and personalized strategies that accommodate individual needs, preferences, and medical requirements.
Can you help with children's eating challenges?
Yes, we specialize in pediatric nutrition and family meal dynamics. Our services address picky eating, food allergies, and mealtime stress using evidence-based strategies that promote positive eating environments for children of all ages.
