Business Details
Trusted Nutrition Counseling & Corporate Wellness Programs
Parker Mary Jo, MS, RDN, CDN has been dedicated to transforming lives through personalized nutrition and behavioral counseling for over three decades. Founded on the principle that health is a balance of body and mind, our practice emphasizes nutrient-dense food choices without compromising taste or pleasure. We specialize in chronic disease prevention and treatment, offering evidence-based strategies tailored to individual needs, including eating disorder recovery, sports performance optimization, and weight management. Our corporate consulting division partners with organizations to create workplace wellness programs that foster employee health and productivity.With a multidisciplinary master's degree in nutrition and counseling, along with advanced trauma certification, we combine academic rigor with practical experience to deliver sustainable lifestyle changes. Our team's expertise extends to media consultation, educational program development, and policy creation, making us a trusted resource for both individual and institutional clients. We maintain active affiliations with leading professional organizations, ensuring our practice remains at the forefront of nutritional science and counseling techniques.
Services
Individual Nutrition Counseling
Group Counseling Programs
Corporate Wellness Consulting
Eating Disorder Treatment
Sports Nutrition Counseling
Chronic Disease Management
Weight Management Programs
Menu Consultation Services
Educational Workshops
Trauma-Informed Counseling
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in nutrition counseling and behavioral health
- Personalized non-diet approach to sustainable lifestyle changes
- Specialized expertise in eating disorder treatment and trauma-informed care
- Corporate wellness programs tailored to organizational needs
- Evidence-based counseling techniques grounded in nutritional science
Services
Individual Nutrition Counseling
Customized one-on-one sessions address specific health goals through comprehensive assessments and tailored nutrition strategies. Our evidence-based approach combines medical nutrition therapy with behavioral counseling to create sustainable lifestyle changes for chronic disease management, weight optimization, and overall wellness.
Corporate Wellness Programs
Custom-designed organizational wellness initiatives improve employee health through educational workshops, policy development, and targeted nutrition programs. Our services include menu analysis, disease prevention strategies, and interactive sessions that promote healthy workplace cultures while addressing specific corporate health objectives.
Eating Disorder Treatment
Specialized programs for anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorders combine nutritional rehabilitation with psychological support. Our multidisciplinary approach includes motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and family-based interventions to restore healthy eating patterns and address underlying emotional factors contributing to disordered eating behaviors.
Sports Nutrition Counseling
Performance-focused nutrition plans enhance athletic capabilities through sport-specific dietary strategies. We address energy balance, hydration needs, and nutrient timing to improve endurance, strength, and recovery while maintaining overall health for both professional athletes and recreational sports participants.
Chronic Disease Management
Targeted nutritional interventions for heart disease, diabetes, and kidney disorders focus on disease modification through dietary adjustments. Our programs integrate medication management considerations with lifestyle modifications, emphasizing evidence-based practices to control symptoms and improve quality of life for long-term health conditions.
People
Mary Jo Parker
Owner
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with 30+ years of experience in behavioral nutrition, eating disorder treatment, and corporate wellness. Holds advanced degrees from Cornell University and SUNY Buffalo, with specialized certifications in trauma counseling and child obesity management.
Questions
What types of nutrition counseling do you offer?
We provide individual and group counseling sessions addressing chronic disease management, eating disorders, sports nutrition, and weight management through personalized, evidence-based approaches.
Do you work with corporate clients?
Yes, we design customized workplace wellness programs including educational workshops, policy development, and targeted nutrition initiatives to improve employee health and productivity.
What makes your approach unique?
Our non-diet, trauma-informed methodology combines nutritional science with behavioral counseling to create sustainable lifestyle changes tailored to each client's specific needs and circumstances.
Are services covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by provider. We recommend checking with your insurance company about medical nutrition therapy benefits and can provide necessary documentation for potential reimbursement.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily serving Williamsville and Western New York, with corporate consulting services available for organizations throughout the region through on-site and virtual programming.
