Fueling Growth, Recovery, and Wellness for All Ages

Nutritional therapy can address picky eating by identifying the root causes, such as sensory sensitivities or food aversions, and creating a structured approach to introducing new foods gradually. Therapy may also focus on creating enjoyable mealtime experiences to help your child build a positive relationship with food. Through a tailored meal plan, a nutritional therapist will guide you on how to offer safe and appealing food options that meet their nutritional needs.

When a child requires a restricted diet, it’s crucial to ensure they still get a balanced intake of all essential nutrients. Our nutritional therapist will assess your child’s specific needs, recommend alternatives to restricted foods, and create a customized diet plan. This will help to avoid deficiencies and ensure they are receiving all the necessary vitamins, minerals, and calories to support healthy development.

If your child has feeding difficulties, such as trouble swallowing or reluctance to eat, nutritional therapy can be an effective intervention. A personalized assessment will identify the underlying causes—whether sensory, behavioral, or physical—and develop a therapeutic plan. This plan includes introducing safe and appealing food textures and flavors to ensure proper nutrition.

Yes, nutritional therapy can play a vital role in managing the dietary needs of children with neurological conditions like cerebral palsy or those adults recovering from a stroke. These conditions often impact swallowing and digestion, which can lead to malnutrition. Nutritional therapy helps by recommending specific foods, textures, and feeding strategies to ensure adequate intake, promote recovery, and prevent complications like weight loss or dehydration.

A consultation is the best place to begin. During this initial meeting, the nutritional therapist will review your child’s eating habits, health history, and any specific concerns you may have about their nutrition. They will then create a detailed plan that addresses the individual needs of your child and guide you through the steps for improving their nutrition. If you're unsure about when to start, earlier intervention often leads to better outcomes, especially if your child is facing developmental, feeding, or digestive challenges.