Will my insurance cover nutrition counseling for weight management?

Many insurance plans will cover nutrition counseling as either a preventative service or a medical service. Depending on your policy, you may pay nothing out of pocket or be subject to copays, deductibles, or coinsurance. We’re in-network with most major insurance providers!

Where are your services offered?

We offer in-person appointments at our offices in Texas (Austin, Fort Worth, North Dallas, and Southlake) and Illinois (Chicago). We also offer telehealth nutrition counseling in several states, including Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Can nutrition counseling help me lose or gain weight?

Totally! This is exactly what we are here for. We can definitely give you all the tools and recommendations that, if you are committed to following them, will get you to where you want to be.

Is Doherty Nutrition’s weight management program suitable for individuals with a history of eating disorders or disordered eating?

Yes, our dietitians are all versed in handling clients with disordered eating, even if their reason for visit is weight loss.

Do I need a medical reason or referral to see a dietitian for weight management?

Only if you have an HMO insurance do you need a referral from your PCP, otherwise you can just call in!

How do I book an appointment for nutrition counseling for weight management?

You have two easy options! You can complete our request counseling form to tell us more about your goals and be matched with the right dietitian for your needs, or if you already know who you’d like to see, you can book directly online. We look forward to working with you!

Registered Dietitians for Weight Management

Safe, Sustainable Nutrition Counseling With a Weight Management Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Weight fluctuations are a natural part of life, shaped by factors like nutrition, sleep, medications, genetics, and culture. These changes can make us feel frustrated or overwhelmed, especially when you feel like you’ve tried everything.

There is a better, more sustainable way to care for your health. At Doherty Nutrition, our highly trained Registered Dietitian Nutritionists specialize in weight management, guiding you toward lasting wellness with real support and proven expertise. Whatever your reason for seeking weight management support, we’re happy you found us.

Meet the Weight Management Dietitians Who Will Partner With You

Trusting someone with your health can feel like a big step. When you partner with Doherty Nutrition to meet your weight management goals, we see this process as a unique journey.

Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are committed to being more than just experts. They’re your personal guides and cheerleaders, who always believe in your ability to succeed — at your own pace, in your own way.

Yes, we offer clear, practical advice and deep clinical knowledge, but we also honor your body’s needs, asking about your life and what matters most to you. That’s because we’re committed to meeting you where you are, without judgment or pressure. Every plan is personal and meaningful, rooted in science, compassion, and collaborative support.

Anisah Ahmed

MS, RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Audrey McKinney

MS, RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Summer Spaide

RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Alyssa Moore

MS, RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Alisha Macas

MS, RD, LD
Licensed in IL & TX

Business Development RDII

Bryan Johnson

MS, RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Senior Dietitian

Cassidy Storts

RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Brittany Thiel

RD, LD
Licensed in TX & PA

Kacilyn Foster, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, MCN, RD, LD

Kacilyn Helton

MCN, RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Business Development Manager

Remy Luper

RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Clinical Manager

Anne-Marie smiling in front of a brick wall

Anne-Marie Alford

MS, RD, LD
Licensed in TX

Clinical Manager

Your Path to Sustainable Wellness

There’s no magic formula for lasting health. Our approach focuses on building a plan that works for you. Together, we’ll explore science-based strategies and sustainable habits that align with your goals and the realities of daily life.

Nutrition Education

Forget cookie-cutter nutrition plans or confusing food rules. We help you understand what balanced eating habits mean for you. Your Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will break down key concepts such as macronutrients, portions, and food labels, empowering you with the knowledge to make informed nutrition choices. We focus on making you feel well-nourished, strong, and ready to choose what works best for you.

Behavioral Coaching

Lasting change goes beyond what’s on your plate. It’s about shaping habits that stick. Together, we’ll build sustainable, strategic habits, including:

Physical activity: Discovering movement you actually enjoy.
Sleep quality: Connecting the dots between sleep and your metabolism.
Work and social influences: Evaluating how your social life and work schedule impact your eating habits.
Eating and energy intake: Assessing meal timing and frequency to ensure they align with your hunger and fullness cues.
Hydration: Ensuring adequate water intake, as dehydration can affect metabolism and learning how to identify your body’s cues and how to respond to them in a way that supports your goals.

Food as Medicine

What’s on your plate can change your life. We believe that integrating nutritious foods can help to prevent, manage, or even reverse serious health concerns. Our team specializes in medical nutrition therapy, creating science-backed, highly personalized plans to help manage and even improve chronic conditions through nutrition, including:

Diabetes
Heart disease
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Hormonal imbalances
High stress

We take into account your metabolism, family history, current medications, and any experiences with disordered eating to support weight management with care, not judgment. We can even coordinate with your healthcare provider when needed.

Medically Tailored Meal Plans

Want to make meal choices even easier? Our dietitians can design a sample meal plan that fits your lifestyle, health conditions, and taste preferences —no overwhelming choices or guesswork. Nutrition plans are tailored to your body, health needs, and everyday routines.

You can also try our Meals to Go service with freshly prepared, ready-to-eat meals delivered right to your door. These HSA/FSA-eligible meals mean you can use your flexible spending or health savings account to pay for dietitian-approved nutrition, making nutritious eating more accessible and stress-free.

Long-Term Support and Monitoring

You don’t have to go it alone on your weight management journey. Doherty Nutrition offers regular check-in sessions to review your progress and adjust your plan as your needs evolve. We’re here to celebrate every win, whether it’s better energy, easier meal times, improved blood work, or just feeling more comfortable in your body.

The Doherty Nutrition Difference for Weight Management

At Doherty Nutrition, we believe that “health” looks different for everyone. We’re here to honor your unique body and the differences that make you who you are. We welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, and body types.

Our guiding principles direct our care to create a weight management journey centered on your goals and what matters to you.

Evidence-Based Practices

Rather than imposing rigid rules or pushing you toward unrealistic expectations, our approach is grounded in the best available science and decades of experience. We collaborate with you to build a customized wellness plan — one that’s achievable and designed for real life.

Health at Every Size® (HAES)

We embrace the set point weight model, which recognizes that each person’s body has its own natural weight range. When you work with our weight management dietitians, there’s no pressure to chase a certain size or weight. We meet you where you are and focus on what helps you feel your best.

Holistic Perspective

True wellness is about more than food. We incorporate nutrition education, intuitive eating tips, joyful movement, and mental health support to guide your overall well-being. We help shift away from restrictive mindsets and toward simply living better, every day.

Care Tailored to You

At Doherty Nutrition, your personal health journey is always your own, and we’re here to champion you at every step. Your input, preferences, and life experience matter to us. We listen first, design your care plan together, and support you in becoming the best version of yourself, on your own terms.

Begin Your Journey Today

Stop dieting. Start living. Your path to sustainable wellness is just a step away with Doherty Nutrition. We offer safe, sustainable weight management with a Registered Dietitian, with in-person appointments at our local offices in Texas or Illinois. We also deliver nutrition counseling via secure telehealth sessions. To make our care more accessible, we accept most major health insurance plans, as well as FSA and HSA for eligible services and meals.

Ready to meet with one of our compassionate weight management dietitians? Request an appointment to get started.

Our Locations

We are excited to offer in person nutrition counseling across Texas and Illinois, with dietitian offices in:

Telehealth visits are available across several states. Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are highly trained, super friendly, and ready to help you reach your goals!