Nutritionists and Dietitians Beginning With S in Florida

Hi there! My name is Allison Saka and I am a licensed and Registered Dietitian. I have worked with clienteles of all ages with a focus on weight loss, diabetes, prediabetes, and the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. Utilizing evidence-based research, I provide tailored one-on-one nutrition therapy and coaching to help clients understand the linkage between optimal intake and overall health and wellbeing in order to reach their wellness goals. My approach focuses on the importance of a balanced diet and emphasizes that there is no such thing as a “bad” food. Food is fuel for the body and all foods fit in moderation!

Do you feel preoccupied with food, exercise, or your body image? Do you feel that your eating patterns are abnormal? Do you want to learn how to trust your body? Whether you suffer from an eating disorder or disordered eating, want to learn about intuitive eating, or hope to improve your overall well-being, I am here to be a committed member of your team. I offer evidenced-based, weight-inclusive, compassion-focused nutrition counseling. My goal is to provide you with a supportive and non-judgmental space to discuss your nutrition and body concerns.

Autoimmune kidney disease, CKD stages 3-5, PKD, and complex kidney disease are my specialty. You have likely spent hours on the internet researching and still are feel confused or feel overwhelmed by putting all the pieces together. If that is you, you've come to the right place for help. From shopping lists to healthy recipes you can have the information and tools needed to find success. My clients tell me it is the best thing they’ve done for themselves in their kidney health journey. You can preserve your kidney function so that you can avoid or push back the possibilities of dialysis or other invasive procedures..

I specialize in providing current evidence-based nutrition counseling to people with obesity, eating disorders, diabetes and many medical nutrition issues. I complete an assessment of overall health status, social and medical histories, lifestyle, and calculate daily calorie and nutrient requirements. I design individualized programs unique to you based on your health, lifestyle, and preferences.

I help women with digestive disorders overcome food and lifestyle anxiety in order to poop better, feel confident, and have more energy.

Sick of food guilt, compulsive exercise, dieting, or thinking about food all of the time? Maria can support you or your child in making peace with food, whether that means recovering from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or years of dieting. Maria has extensive training in eating disorder and disordered eating recovery. For children and adolescents, Maria can provide the guidance and support you need to nourish your child. Services are provided via telehealth, so you can start today from the comfort of your own home.

Are you ready to stop stressing and obsessing over food, weight, and exercise? Weight-inclusive Registered Dietitian Maria Seitz can guide you in cultivating a positive relationship with food. Maria has experience working with people with eating disorders and athletes of all levels- from professional sports teams to the recreational runner and strength trainer. Maria is an expert in both disordered eating and sports nutrition who can help you apply the most up to date evidence based recommendations to your life.

Maria is a Registered Dietitian who strongly believes in improving physical, mental, and emotional health through nutrition. Maria enjoys using her clinical background to help others navigate their unique nutritional needs by providing individualized interventions. Maria believes in a patient-centered, evidenced-based approach to nutrition care. She will help you achieve your nutrition goals through education, counseling, and therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure response prevention therapy, and medical nutrition therapy.

My mission is to empower my clients to live optimally, and achieve the best of health- mental, physical and spritual. My role is to educate and guide you so that you give yourself the foods and nutrients that are ideal for you. My clients' are also my teachers, and I appreciate the value this adds to my practice. Nutrition is my passion and a field that is always new and excitng. I will continue to educate myself to best serve those who come to me for help and guidance.

Whether you're navigating pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, managing hormonal imbalances, struggling with reproductive health issues, or seeking support for weight management, I am here to provide compassionate care and evidence-based nutrition guidance. My approach to women's health is holistic, addressing the unique nutritional needs and challenges that women face throughout their lives. I believe in the power of food as medicine and work closely with clients to develop personalized nutrition plans that align with their health goals, preferences, and lifestyles.

I am a Certified Eating Disorders Dietitian Supervisor (CEDS-S) with 30+ years of exclusive eating disorder experience. I have treated thousands working at every level of care since 1995. In 2018, I opened my own outpatient practice specifically to offer alternative treatment solutions to the typical care that is available. I offer individualized "out of the box" evidence based medical nutrition therapies and treatment plans. I carefully combine emotional, cognitive and behavioral therapeutic strategies that best apply to each individual and coordinate your care with a team to help you get the right care not just the typical care.

In our world today we are often bombarded with nutrition and diet information that can be confusing and stress-inducing. This can be even more stressful if you have a health condition and are trying to understand how nutrition plays a role. My goal is to empower you with understanding and help get you to a place where food and nutrition is not a source of stress but is truly something positive to help support you and your health and wellbeing.

Struggling with IBS, GERD, IBD, or other gastrointestinal issues like bloating, gas, belching, and constipation? Tired of frequent headaches, migraines, achy joints and skin rashes? Would you like to finally achieve your goal weight? Do you want feel better and have more energy? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then I am ready to help you reach your health goals. With my advanced skills and training, I am uniquely qualified to help you in identifying all the factors of your health concerns.

Are you tired of feeling fatigued, having digestive issues(such as reflux, diarrhea, bloating, gas), having brain fog, suffering from muscle and joint pain? Do you have a history of Lyme Disease and antibiotic use that can cause "leaky gut" (GI-gastrointestinal tract)? Does your history include chronic health conditions such as IBS, Fibromyalgia, Migraines, Rheumatoid Arthritis or eczema? Through a personalized treatment plan Barbara can help you get to the root cause of your health issues and provide you with the solutions that you need to be able to enjoy life again!

My ideal client is someone who is goal oriented and is ready to make the necessary adjustments to reach their health and nutrition goals. They are someone who is in need of a nutrition PROFESSIONAL who truly knows the evidenced based, research approved methodology to help them get into the best shape of their lives. They may be deficient in certain vitamins and minerals or possibly, a blood marker value is too low or too high. Or they may want to lose weight/gain weight or maintain their weight and get into the best shape of their lives. My ideal client's health is their most prized possession! Being healthy is the #1 priority!

I am a Registered Dietitian out of Tampa, Fl however I am 100% virtual. My target population is people who have been yo-yo dieting for years however they have been unable to sustainably lose weight on their own. We help you to lose fat and have a healthier relationship with food (while still eating the foods you love). This type of client is tired of dieting for what seems like their whole life and they want to find a way to lose weight forever so they do not have to keep jumping on fad diet after fad diet.

Are you tired of trying every diet imaginable, only to find yourself bouncing back to square one? I've been there, and I understand the frustration. But here's the thing – I've discovered a sustainable approach to weight loss that you can maintain for the long haul. If you trust in me, I'll guide you through a journey that's not just about shedding pounds but cultivating a lifestyle that supports your well-being. Let's break free from the cycle of temporary fixes and work together to achieve lasting results. It's time for a transformation that goes beyond diets and embraces a healthier, happier you.

I am an Integrative Dietitian, Certified Hypnotherapist and Holistic Practitioner and utilize a root cause approach to health and healing, blending integrative and holistic nutrition and mind-body modalities. I believe in the power of real, whole foods, that food is medicine and that one size does not fit all. Through personal and professional experience, I have learned that it is not just about food and nutrition and that is essential to address physical, mental, and emotional well-being in order to achieve optimal health. What are you choosing to nourish your mind, body and soul with on a daily basis?