Treatment Process

Cynthia provides nutritional counseling in a safe non-judgmental environment. The Initial Assessment session is designed as a 90 minute, health and nutrition assessment. This session allows the client to get to know Cynthia in addition allows her to obtain detailed information regarding the client’s health concerns and individual needs. Within the assessment session Cynthia will also provide education concerning the client’s needs. The frequency of follow-up sessions following the initial assessment will be determined at the end of the assessment.

The One Hour Follow Up session is designed to provide further nutrition education and guidance as the individual pursues his or her health goals.

The Half Hour Follow Up session is designed to the individual to check in with Cynthia for additional support as needed. This can be used between regular One Hour Follow Ups or as regular sessions.

How are a Registered Dietitians (RD)services differ from those of a Medical Doctor (MD) or a commercial weight management program?
An RD is highly trained in and only specializes in the area of food, health behavior, and how our bodies respond to foods in healthy or disease states. Given their food and behavioral expertise an RD provides highly individualized care plans for each client seen to meet their health goals at an optimal level. RDs regularly work in conjunction with a team of MDs, physical therapists, psychotherapists, and fitness specialists.

Does my insurance cover registered dietitians?
Each insurance company varies in their policy coverage and will have to be investigated by the patient regarding care by an RD. However, more and more insurance companies do and Well Within can bill insurance companies for fee reimbursement.

Links to other information and related organizations:
American Dietetic Association
The National Eating Disorders Association
The American College of Sports Medicine
American Diabetes Association