Business Details
Personalized Nutrition Counseling in Arvada
As a registered dietitian nutritionist, I founded Colorado Nutrition Counseling to provide evidence-based nutrition guidance tailored to individual health goals. My personal journey with weight management and PCOS has fueled my passion for helping adults overcome similar challenges through sustainable lifestyle changes. Over the past decade, I've developed the MEDication Freedom Method, a structured program combining personalized counseling, ongoing support, and practical tools to address weight loss, blood sugar control, and heart health. My practice emphasizes long-term habit formation through extended 60-90 minute sessions, customized educational materials, and accessible between-visit support.I prioritize creating a nonjudgmental environment where clients receive actionable strategies aligned with their unique needs and cultural preferences. My expertise extends to diabetes management, prediabetes intervention, and cardiovascular risk reduction through nutritional therapy. I maintain in-network status with major insurers while offering flexible payment options to ensure accessibility for all clients seeking to improve their health through dietary changes.
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Weight Loss Programs
Diabetes Management
Heart Health Programs
Online Courses
Highlights and features
- 10 years of experience helping hundreds of clients with chronic disease management
- Developed proprietary MEDication Freedom Method for structured lifestyle changes
- Offers 60-90 minute comprehensive counseling sessions for personalized planning
- Provides between-visit email and phone support for continuous guidance
- In-network provider for major insurance plans including Medicare and Cigna
What people say
Personalized support
Effective diabetes management
Nonjudgmental environment
Measurable health improvements
Flexible scheduling
Services
MEDication Freedom Method
This structured 10-visit program helps adults reduce medication dependence through comprehensive nutrition therapy. Participants receive personalized goal setting, educational materials, and ongoing support to achieve sustainable weight loss and improved metabolic health. The program includes between-visit communication and tailored meal planning resources to support long-term success.
Blood Sugar Navigator Course
A self-paced online program designed for type 2 diabetes management. The 4-week curriculum teaches blood sugar tracking techniques, carbohydrate management strategies, and practical meal planning approaches. Participants learn to interpret glucose patterns and develop sustainable eating habits through video lessons and interactive worksheets.
Weight Loss Counseling
Individualized weight management counseling focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes. Sessions address behavioral patterns, portion control strategies, and nutritional requirements for gradual weight reduction. The approach emphasizes balanced eating rather than restrictive dieting to promote long-term success.
Heart Health Programs
Specialized counseling for improving cardiovascular markers through dietary modifications. The program addresses cholesterol management, blood pressure reduction, and anti-inflammatory eating patterns. Clients receive practical guidance on reading nutrition labels and making heart-healthy food choices.
Prediabetes Intervention
Targeted nutrition therapy for prediabetes management focusing on insulin resistance reduction. The program emphasizes glycemic control through balanced meal planning, carbohydrate distribution, and lifestyle modifications to prevent progression to type 2 diabetes.
People
Carrie Weitzel
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Carrie Weitzel is a registered dietitian nutritionist with over a decade of experience helping adults manage chronic conditions through nutrition therapy. Her personal experience with PCOS and weight management informs her empathetic approach to counseling. She specializes in diabetes care and cardiovascular nutrition.
Questions
Do you accept insurance for nutrition counseling?
Yes, we are in-network with Aetna, UHC, Medicare, and Cigna. We also offer out-of-network reimbursement assistance for Anthem BCBS clients.
What does the MEDication Freedom Method include?
The program includes 10 sessions over 2-3 week intervals, personalized goal setting, educational materials, email/phone support, and meal planning resources.
Is the diabetes course suitable for prediabetes?
While the course focuses on type 2 diabetes management, many prediabetes strategies overlap. However, routine blood sugar tracking may not be recommended for prediabetes.
How long are nutrition counseling sessions?
Initial sessions last 60-90 minutes, with follow-up appointments typically 60 minutes to allow thorough discussion and planning.
Can I participate in programs remotely?
Yes, all services are available through secure video conferencing with flexible scheduling options for remote participants across Colorado.
What makes your approach different from other dietitians?
Our practice emphasizes extended session times, ongoing between-visit support, and practical tools tailored to individual lifestyles and cultural preferences.
