What Type of Eater are You?
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS AN INTUITIVE EATING COUNSELOR?
A Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor is a health professional who partners with clients to develop a healthier relationship with food and their bodies while working within his or her scope of practice. Using the Intuitive Eating self-care eating framework, based on 10 principles, I guide you through this weight inclusive, evidence based model that incorporates a more holistic approach to health and eating. Together we discover the root cause of your eating behavior, you will relearn to trust your body and fulfill your needs, as well as incorporate health behaviors- without making it another diet.
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WILL MY HEALTH INSURANCE COVER YOUR SERVICES?
Most health insurance companies have not yet included Holistic Nutrition Professionals for coverage on Nutrition Counseling.
However, you may inquire to use HSA or FSA accounts for payments, but it is the responsibility of the client to check if it is a qualified expense. Often times it will qualify if requested by a physician.
I would also suggest that when you contact your insurance company, to please request that Holistic Nutrition Services be included on plans in the future. The more people that bring attention to this, the more they may realize there is a demand and respond accordingly.
WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT DOES KATIE VALLEY WELLNESS TAKE?
Debit, Credit, and FSA/HSA if applicable. Payment Plans are available.
HOW CAN I WORK WITH YOU?
My practice is 100% virtual, which means I can facilitate sessions through a HIPPA compliant video platform. After booking a free session, and deciding to move forward together, you will receive client intake forms and assessments and have your 90-minute initial consultation scheduled. All forms and assessments must be returned at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled appointment, or it will be subject to rebooking. Learn more about Online Healthcare Resources, here.
WHAT DOES HEALTH AT EVERY SIZE (HAES®) MEAN?
According to the Association for Size Diversity and Health, the Health At Every Size® (HAES®) approach is an alternative to the weight/size-based paradigm upon which much current public health policy is based.
The Health At Every Size® principles are:
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Accepting and respecting the diversity of body shapes and sizes
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Recognizing that health and well-being are multi-dimensional and that they include physical, social, spiritual, occupational, emotional, and intellectual aspects
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Promoting all aspects of health and well-being for people of all sizes
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Promoting eating in a manner which balances individual nutritional needs, hunger, satiety, appetite, and pleasure
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Promoting individually appropriate, enjoyable, life-enhancing physical activity, rather than exercise that is focused on a goal of weight loss
As a weight-inclusive practitioner, I am HAES informed, and center my work with clients around a health-focused vs. weight-focused approach to their goals.
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WHAT IS INTUITIVE EATING?
Intuitive Eating is a self-care eating framework, which integrates instinct, emotion, and rational thought and is a weight-inclusive, evidence-based model of care. I will often refer to the 10 Intuitive Eating Principles and activities while working with clients on eating and body image issues.
Learn more about the 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating, Here.
WILL YOU WORK WITH ME TO ADDRESS MY HEALTH CONCERNS AND SYMPTOMS?
Of Course. Once we work through any underlying eating or body image issues, we may begin to see many psychological and physiological improvements to some symptoms. With the implementation of gentle nutrition strategies, you can learn to address health concerns without restrictive dieting practices.
WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE?
To learn more about my 1 -on-1 coaching program, and to book a free call to get started, visit here.
To learn more about my 8-week Holistic Nourishment Group Program, please visit the Body Image Support Group Page.
To learn more about my philosophy and approach to working with my clients, visit the My Philosophy Page.
To learn about a weight neutral approach to health and wellness, Health At Every Size®, Intuitive Eating, and the importance of Body Image Support in any wellness plan visit the CONTACT tab at the top of the page.