Business Details
23 Years
experience
Expert Nutrition Counseling Services in Newtown Square & Mt. Laurel
Nutritional Health Systems, founded in 2003, is a Philadelphia-area nutrition consulting firm specializing in personalized dietary solutions. Our registered dietitians provide expert counseling in eating disorders, sports nutrition, weight management, and medical nutrition therapy. With locations in Newtown Square, PA and Mt. Laurel, NJ, we combine clinical expertise with compassionate care to help clients develop sustainable healthy eating habits. Our team includes specialists with decades of combined experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including certified sports dietitians who work with athletes at all competitive levels. We offer tailored nutritional planning through individual consultations, group therapy sessions, and specialized retreat programs designed to address specific dietary challenges. Our evidence-based approach integrates body image counseling, meal planning, and lifestyle modification strategies to support long-term health outcomes.We maintain active professional affiliations with organizations like the American Dietetic Association and Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutritionists (SCAN) practice group. Our founders bring extensive clinical training backgrounds from institutions including Rutgers University, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and New York University. We serve diverse client populations ranging from individuals with eating disorders to professional athletes seeking performance optimization through nutrition. Our comprehensive services include prenatal nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy for chronic conditions, and specialized programs for weight management and sports performance.
Services
Nutritional Counseling
Eating Disorders
Sports Nutrition
Weight Management
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Prenatal Nutrition
General Nutrition
Nutrition Education
Body Image Counseling
Meal Planning
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience in clinical nutrition and eating disorder treatment
- Our team includes certified sports dietitians with professional athlete counseling expertise
- We provide evidence-based nutritional planning tailored to individual medical needs
- Our compassionate approach integrates behavioral modification with dietary education
- We offer specialized retreat programs for intensive eating disorder recovery support
Services
Eating Disorders
Our specialized eating disorder programs provide comprehensive nutritional support for anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorders. Through individual counseling and group therapy, we help clients restore healthy eating patterns while addressing underlying behavioral issues. Our evidence-based approach combines medical nutrition therapy with psychological support to promote lasting recovery in a compassionate environment.
Sports Nutrition
Certified sports dietitians create customized nutrition plans for athletes at all competitive levels. We develop sport-specific meal timing strategies, recovery protocols, and supplement guidance to optimize athletic performance. Our programs address energy balance, hydration, and nutrient requirements for various training intensities and competition schedules.
Weight Management
Personalized weight management programs combine nutritional education with behavioral modification techniques. We develop sustainable meal plans and exercise guidelines tailored to individual metabolic needs and lifestyle factors. Our approach focuses on long-term habit formation rather than short-term dieting through ongoing professional support and progress monitoring.
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Targeted nutritional interventions address chronic health conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and gastrointestinal disorders. Our registered dietitians collaborate with healthcare providers to develop therapeutic diets that complement medical treatments. We provide specialized nutrition support for pregnancy, renal disease, cancer care, and other complex health conditions requiring dietary management.
Prenatal Nutrition
Comprehensive nutrition counseling supports optimal health during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum periods. We address gestational diabetes management, appropriate weight gain, and nutrient requirements for fetal development. Our services include breastfeeding guidance, infant feeding recommendations, and family nutrition education to support long-term healthy eating habits.
People
Tara Simpson
Director of Patient Care
Founder of Nutritional Health Systems with 20+ years experience in eating disorders and sports nutrition. Certified specialist in sports dietetics with clinical training from Brigham and Women's Hospital. Summa cum laude graduate from Rutgers University who has counseled professional athletes and developed inpatient eating disorder programs.
Carly Natko
Lead Dietitian
MS-prepared dietitian with specialized expertise in eating disorders and weight management. Former nutrition coordinator at BALANCE eating disorder center and senior dietitian at Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center. Completed clinical nutrition training at New York University and internship at Columbia Presbyterian Hospitals.
Questions
What nutrition specialties do you offer?
We specialize in eating disorders, sports nutrition, weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and prenatal nutrition with registered dietitians who have advanced certifications in these areas.
Do you accept insurance for nutrition counseling?
We recommend contacting your insurance provider to verify coverage for medical nutrition therapy services. Our staff can provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Are virtual nutrition consultations available?
We offer both in-person and virtual consultation options to accommodate client preferences and geographic accessibility needs across Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
What should I expect during initial nutrition assessment?
Your first session will include a comprehensive dietary analysis, health history review, and goal setting discussion to develop your personalized nutrition plan.
Do you offer group nutrition programs?
We provide group therapy sessions for eating disorder recovery and specialized nutrition education workshops covering topics like sports performance nutrition and prenatal dietary requirements.
