Holistic IBD Dietitian
Feel more confident navigating life with IBD
Living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can make food feel complicated. Get personalized IBD nutrition support to better understand your symptoms, navigate food choices, and feel more confident in your nutrition.
Holistic Nutrition for IBD
Personalized, integrative guidance to help you manage symptoms, improve quality of life, and navigate IBD with more confidence.
Registered Dietitian
Professional nutrition expert
20+ Years Living with Crohn's
Personal understanding of IBD
Holistic Nutrition
Personalized nutrition tailored to you
A Personal Note
I understand how complicated IBD can be.
Living with Crohn’s disease has shaped how I see nutrition, health, and the challenges that come with managing a chronic condition.
I know how overwhelming it can feel to navigate food choices, make sense of symptoms, and figure out what works for your body.
That personal experience, combined with my training as a registered dietitian, informs the compassionate, individualized approach I bring to my work.
Holistic IBD Dietitian
Nutrition support for the real-life challenges of IBD.
IBD affects more than your digestive system. Let’s make nutrition feel less overwhelming with personalized guidance that meets you where you are.
Make sense of food and symptoms
Explore food triggers, navigate confusing nutrition advice, and identify strategies that fit your symptoms and tolerance.
Meet your nutritional needs
Find practical ways to nourish your body, address potential nutrient gaps, and adapt your eating habits to your needs.
Navigate the bigger picture
Explore how stress, routines, and the gut-brain connection may influence digestive symptoms and your overall well-being.
Not sure where to start?
Let’s talk about your needs, what you’re looking for support with, and whether we’re a good fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take insurance?
Rachel is in-network with several insurance providers. Please check your insurance eligibility and book your appointment here.
I don't have insurance. Do you accept cash pay?
Yes! Rachel does accept cash-pay clients. She also has a sliding-scale fee for students and military/veterans. Send Rachel a message to book a free consultation.
What to expect working with rachel
Rachel can help you achieve your optimal health by providing personalized nutrition recommendations that align with your goals. Whether your goal is to reduce symptoms, take a diet-first approach, or adopt a healthier lifestyle, Rachel will work with you to create a realistic and achievable plan tailored to your needs.
During your sessions with Rachel will take a deep dive into your current diet, lifestyle, medical conditions, and health goals. Rachel will provide diet & supplement recommendations, gut-brain exercises, offer practical guidance, and help you develop sustainable dietary habits.
How often do we meet?
The frequency of appointments will depend on your specific needs and goals. Initially, we may meet more frequently to establish a nutrition plan and monitor progress (every 1-3 weeks). As you make progress and become more confident in managing your diet and lifestyle, appointments may become less frequent (every 2-6 weeks). However, regular check-ins are often recommended to track progress and provide ongoing support and accountability.
What is rachel's approach to nutrition?
Rachel has over a decade of experience in nutrition and holistic health helping many people manage their IBD, IBS and other digestive symptoms. She combines Western, Functional Nutrition, and Chinese Medicine nutrition and health principles to help reset the microbiome, decrease symptoms and improve quality of life.
What is the gut-brain connection?
The gut-brain connection refers to the two-way communication pathway between the digestive tract (the gut) and the brain. This connection influences not only digestive health but also cognitive function, mood, and behavior.
An imbalance in gut microbiota or disruption in gut-brain communication has been linked to various health conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), anxiety, depression, skin conditions, autoimmune conditions and more. Rachel will teach you techniques to calm the gut-brain connection that will improve digestive health, mood, and cognitive function.
is there a specific diet that will heal my gut completely?
Diet plays a significant role in gut health and can greatly contribute to healing certain gut-related issues, but is often times one piece of the puzzle. Healing the gut depends on various factors, including stress management, physical activity, emotional well-being, infections, reducing inflammation, microbiota and more. Rachel is here to help you identify areas in your diet and lifestyle you can modify to manage your gut health.
can i get off my medications if i change my diet?
Changing your diet can have a significant impact on your health, and in some cases, it may lead to improvements that allow for a reduction in medication usage or even discontinuation under the guidance of a healthcare provider. However, whether you can stop taking medications entirely depends on various factors, including the type and severity of your medical condition, your overall health status, and how well your body responds to dietary changes.
Do you recommend supplements?
Rachel generally recommends taking a daily multivitamin, vitamin D, magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids. Rachel may likely recommend other dietary supplements specific and tailored to your needs. You can purchase professional brand supplements directly from her supplement dispensary at Fullscript.
Can Rachel help with other digestive or health issues?
Yes! Rachel can provide nutrition counseling and coaching for:
IBD – Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis, colitis
IBS/SIBO
Celiac disease
Food sensitivities/intolerances
Eosinophilic esophagitis
GERD/Acid reflux
Gas
Bloating
Urgency
Constipation
Diarrhea
Mixed-stooling pattern
Diabetes type 2
High Cholesterol
High Blood Pressure
PCOS/Insulin resistance
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes! Send Rachel a message to book a free consultation.
Helpful Resources
Grieving an IBD Diagnosis
Receiving a diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can feel like a punch to the gut, physically and emotionally. As a dietitian living with IBD, I can tell you that the moment I heard the words “You have Crohn’s disease,” everything in my world changed. The...
Anti-Inflammatory Teas to Calm Your Gut Naturally
When you live with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, even small daily habits can make a big difference in how your gut feels. One of my favorite tools as a holistic IBD dietitian and someone who has lived with IBD for over 20 years, is using anti-inflammatory...
How Stress Affects Gut Health and IBD — Plus Practical Ways to Break the Cycle
The gut and the brain are constantly communicating through what’s called the gut–brain connection. This system includes nerves, hormones, and the immune system, all working together to control digestion, mood, and inflammation. When the body feels stressed, the brain...