Business Details
41 Years
experience
Personalized Nutrition Counseling in Reno
Founded in 1985, ABC Nutrition Services has been a trusted provider of personalized nutrition counseling and therapy for over three decades. Our founder, Barbara Cox, is a registered dietitian with extensive expertise in treating eating disorders, weight management, and medical nutrition therapy. With a commitment to non-diet approaches like intuitive eating, we help clients develop sustainable lifestyle changes tailored to their unique needs. Our services combine clinical knowledge with compassionate care, addressing the physical and emotional aspects of nutrition.Backed by certifications from the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals and the American Dietetic Association, we deliver evidence-based solutions for individuals seeking long-term health improvements. Our practice emphasizes client education, collaboration with healthcare teams, and adapting to the latest research to ensure optimal outcomes.
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Eating Disorder Treatment
Weight Management
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Pediatric Nutrition
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of private practice experience in nutrition therapy
- Certified eating disorders specialist with clinical expertise
- Non-diet approach focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes
- Personalized counseling tailored to individual health needs
- Collaboration with healthcare professionals for comprehensive care
Associations and certifications
- Commission on Dietetic Registration
- International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals
What people say
Amazing transformation mentally
Helped me lose 65 pounds
Back on the growth chart
Changed my whole approach
Improved body image
Services
Nutrition Counseling
Personalized nutrition counseling addresses individual health goals through comprehensive assessments and tailored action plans. Our registered dietitians help clients understand their unique nutritional needs while promoting sustainable lifestyle changes. Sessions focus on building healthy relationships with food while addressing specific medical conditions or wellness objectives.
Eating Disorder Treatment
Specialized eating disorder treatment combines medical nutrition therapy with psychological support to address anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorders. Our evidence-based approach includes meal planning, emotional eating strategies, and collaboration with mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care and long-term recovery.
Weight Management
Weight management programs focus on sustainable weight loss through non-diet approaches and intuitive eating principles. We help clients understand underlying causes of weight gain while developing personalized strategies that promote metabolic health and improved body image without restrictive dieting.
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Medical nutrition therapy provides targeted dietary interventions for chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and digestive disorders. Our registered dietitians create customized nutrition plans that complement medical treatments while addressing individual nutritional deficiencies and health goals.
Pediatric Nutrition
Pediatric nutrition services address childhood eating challenges including picky eating, food allergies, and growth concerns. We work with families to establish healthy eating patterns while addressing special dietary needs for children with medical conditions or developmental delays.
People
Barbara Cox
Founder & Registered Dietitian
Barbara Cox is a registered dietitian with 31 years of experience in clinical nutrition and private practice. Specializing in eating disorders and pediatric nutrition, she combines evidence-based practices with compassionate care to help clients achieve lasting health improvements through personalized nutrition counseling.
Questions
What services does ABC Nutrition offer?
We provide nutrition counseling for eating disorders, weight management, medical nutrition therapy, and pediatric nutrition through personalized sessions.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Hometown Health Plan, and can bill as out-of-network providers for other insurers.
What is intuitive eating?
Intuitive eating is a non-diet approach that teaches clients to listen to body signals, enjoy food without guilt, and develop sustainable eating habits.
How experienced are your dietitians?
Barbara Cox has 31 years of experience, including 25 years in private practice, with specialized certifications in eating disorder treatment.
Are online sessions available?
Yes, we offer face-to-face online nutrition evaluations and follow-up visits for client convenience.
What makes ABC Nutrition different?
Our personalized approach combines clinical expertise with emotional support, focusing on long-term lifestyle changes rather than temporary diets.
