Sheila Zarfati

Eat with ease, live with peace

Guided Nutrition Care for a Healthier Relationship with Food

I’m a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping you build a healthier relationship with food. Through personalized nutrition counseling, meal support, and practical tools like grocery shopping guidance, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs.

Compassionate Nutrition Support

Nutrition support made simple

Work with a compassionate Registered Dietitian to clarify your nutrition goals, reduce the stress around eating, and feel confident in your food choices.

I provide personalized care through meal support, grocery shopping support, and individual counseling—all designed to help you feel supported and empowered every step of the way.

Whether you’re learning how to shop with confidence, practicing mindful eating during meals, or building a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle, I’m here to guide you with compassion and expertise.

Specialized Expertise. Individualized Care.

My expertise includes working with individuals experiencing:

Eating Disorders

Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, OSFED, and orthorexia.

High-Acuity Eating Disorder Care

Nutritional rehabilitation, medical stabilization support, and transitions between higher levels of care and outpatient treatment.

Disordered Eating & Body Image Concerns

Chronic dieting, food anxiety, restrictive eating patterns, compulsive exercise, and body image distress.

Women's Health & Sports Nutrition

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (FHA), and nutrition for active individuals.

Complex Nutrition Needs

Medical nutrition therapy for individuals navigating co-occurring medical conditions and nutritional challenges.

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Clinical Expertise Meets Compassionate Care

With a Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from New York University and clinical experience in hospital, residential, and outpatient eating disorder treatment settings, I understand that meaningful recovery requires more than a meal plan.

My approach integrates evidence-based nutrition interventions, Health at Every Size® (HAES®) principles, trauma-informed care, and a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment model.

Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your adolescent, or a loved one, my goal is to provide a supportive environment where you feel understood, respected, and empowered throughout the recovery process.

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How it works

Simple, supportive, and personalized nutrition care. From meal support to grocery shopping guidance and individual counseling, I help you build confidence with food and create a healthier relationship with eating.

Book a Discovery Call

Start with a free 15-minute Calendly call to share your goals and see exactly how I can best support you.

Create Your Plan

Together, we’ll design a personalized nutrition approach that truly fits your lifestyle and needs.

Get Ongoing Support

Receive guidance through meal support, grocery shopping sessions, and one-on-one counseling.

Build Confidence with Food

Learn to eat with ease, make mindful choices, and feel empowered in your nutrition journey.

What We Serve

Exceptional Service, Exceptional Experience

Compassionate Care. Guidance to food freedom. Empower your journey with personalized nutrition support designed to help you build a balanced relationship with food, body, and self. My approach goes beyond nutrition—it’s about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel understood, empowered, and cared for every step of the way.
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Meal Support

Meal times can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. With structured meal support, I’ll guide you through the process of eating with ease, helping you reduce anxiety and develop confidence in your food choices. Whether you’re struggling with portioning, second-guessing what’s on your plate, or simply need encouragement to follow your plan, I’ll be right there to provide gentle accountability. This service is especially helpful if you’re working toward a healthier relationship with food, managing disordered eating patterns, or practicing new skills. Together, we’ll make meals less stressful and more nourishing, so you can focus on enjoying food and feeling comfortable in your body.

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Grocery Shopping Support

Navigating the grocery store can feel confusing, especially with so many mixed messages about what’s “healthy.” With grocery shopping support, I’ll join you—either virtually or in person—to help you make choices that align with your goals. You’ll learn how to read labels without stress, explore new foods, and find practical solutions that work for your budget, preferences, and lifestyle.

Whether it’s reintroducing challenging foods, choosing balanced options, or simply gaining confidence in the aisles, this service takes the guesswork out of shopping. My goal is to help you feel empowered, not pressured, so your time at the store becomes an opportunity to practice mindfulness and nourish your body with intention.

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Individual Counseling

Your nutrition needs are unique—so your care should be too. With individual counseling, we’ll take a closer look at your goals, challenges, and overall lifestyle to create a plan that feels both realistic and sustainable. This one-on-one service provides space to discuss everything from meal patterns and nutrition education to mindset and habits around food. We’ll work together to address concerns like stress eating, food rules, or dietary restrictions while also supporting your overall well-being.

Each session is personalized to you, giving you practical tools, accountability, and compassionate support. The goal is not just to “follow a plan” but to create lasting change that helps you feel, more confident, and more at ease with food.

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15-Minute Discovery Call

Getting started can feel like the hardest step—but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why I offer a free 15-minute discovery call through Calendly. This call is designed to give you the chance to share your goals, ask questions, and learn how I can best support you. It’s a simple, no-pressure way to explore whether working together feels like the right fit.

During this time, we’ll talk about your needs and which services—meal support, grocery shopping guidance, or counseling—might benefit you most. My goal is for you to leave the call feeling heard, supported, and clear about your next step. Booking is quick and easy through my Calendly link, so you can start your journey right away.

What We Serve

Exceptional Service, Exceptional Experience

Compassionate Care. Guidance to food freedom. Empower your journey with personalized nutrition support designed to help you build a balanced relationship with food, body, and self. My approach goes beyond nutrition—it’s about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel understood, empowered, and cared for every step of the way.

Meal Support

Meal times can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone.

Grocery Shopping Support

Navigating the grocery store can feel confusing, especially with so many mixed messages about what’s “healthy.”

Individual Counseling

Your nutrition needs are unique—so your care should be too.

15-Minute Discovery Call

Getting started can feel like the hardest step—but it doesn’t have to be.

Testimonials

Client Success Stories

See how others have found confidence and peace with food through compassionate nutrition support. Here’s what clients are saying about their experience working with me.
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Sofia Blinova
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I’ve worked with Sheila for four months while recovering from secondary amenorrhea and anxiety. It was a challenging and, quite often, difficult journey that I wouldn’t have been able to go through on my own. Sheila was incredibly supportive and kind, while also being appropriately firm when it came to the recovery requirements, such as following my meal plan, staying consistent, and making sure I was properly nourished. Sheila also helped me build my own healthcare network. As an international student, it is very difficult to find doctors and clinics on my own, and I felt comfortable trusting Sheila’s recommendations. She helped me find a GI specialist, a therapist, and a gynecologist to make sure I had a holistic support system and that my recovery was progressing well from every perspective. We had weekly check-ins, but I could also reach out to Sheila whenever I had concerns, questions, or simply needed some support. She always responded to my messages, even on weekends. I am still on my recovery journey, but I have seen so much progress over these past few months. My energy is more stable, my hair has stopped shedding, I’m sleeping more deeply, and I just got my first menstrual period after almost 10 months without one. Once again, I’m very thankful for Sheila’s patience, support, and kindness throughout this journey. She is a nutritionist who truly cares about her clients’ overall well-being and health, rather than focusing on nutrition alone.
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I have chronic GI issues as well as a history of eating disorders and Sheila has been very accommodating and willing to work with me and where I'm at. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a nutritionist!
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Fortune Swed
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Sheila helped me rebuild my relationship with food, trust my body again, and let go of so many food rules that had controlled my life for years.
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Monica Chakraborty
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Sheila is a wonderful nutritionist who closely works with you on goals in a holistic and encouraging way. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable, her insights into the thinking behind food are profound and supportive. Her recipes and recommendations are phenomenal. Would recommend her for anyone looking to improve their nutrition and health goals.
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Mehr Mathew
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Sheila has been an exceptional dietician and I feel so grateful for her services! We first started working together almost 1 year ago as I was looking to optimize my nutrition to make positive lifestyle changes in anticipation of my wedding. In that time, I so appreciated her holistic approach to making these changes in a sustainable way. Her diligence, thoroughness, compassion and encouragement are tremendous. In light of a significant and unexpected change in my health status in the last few weeks, she has gone above and beyond to accommodate anything and everything I need emotionally and nutritionally as I undergo treatment. I feel so lucky to have Sheila as part of my care team and highly recommend her!
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Cara Molyet
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We have been extremely happy with the professionalism and care received for our daughter as she continues her recovery from her eating disorder. Every time my daughter is done with her session she tells me how happy she is to have her as her nutritionist. Shelia has been the absolute best in our daughter’s care team! She gives us great insight into helping our daughter on her journey to recovery.
Emily Smith
Emily Smith

Working with Sheila has completely changed my relationship with food. Meal times used to feel overwhelming, but her support gave me confidence and calm. She listened without judgment and provided practical tools that actually work. I finally feel like I can enjoy eating again without stress. I’m so grateful for her kindness and expertise.

Jessica Brown
Jessica Brown

I never realized how much anxiety grocery shopping caused until Sheila guided me through it. She made everything feel simple and clear, from reading labels to exploring new foods. Now I can shop with confidence and ease, without second-guessing every choice. Her supportive approach helped me feel empowered, not pressured.

Sarah Johnson
Sarah Johnson

Sheila’s individual counseling sessions were exactly what I needed. She created a safe, welcoming space where I felt comfortable opening up about my struggles. Every session gave me useful strategies and encouragement to move forward. Her compassion and knowledge made me feel supported at every step. I’ve gained a healthier mindset and new confidence in how I approach food and self-care.

Rachel Taylor
Rachel Taylor

The discovery call with Sheila was so reassuring and helpful. She really listened to my concerns and explained clearly how she could support me. There was no pressure—just understanding and encouragement. By the end of the call, I felt hopeful and ready to begin. Booking through Calendly was simple, and I knew immediately I had found the right dietitian.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about working together, session fees and insurance. Still not sure? Book a free 15-minute discovery call.

Session Fees

All prices in US dollars

Initial intake

$200

50-minute follow-up

$185

30-minute follow-up

$100

Out of network, or not covered by your insurance plan? Sessions are paid out of pocket at the rates above.

Session fees are in US dollars:

  • Initial intake: $200
  • 50-minute follow-up: $185
  • 30-minute follow-up: $100

Yes. Nutrition sessions can be billed to insurance, and I work with plans including Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Independence Blue Cross and Cigna. Coverage depends on your individual plan. Visit the Insurance page or contact me if you have questions about your benefits.

If I am not in network with your insurance, or your plan does not cover nutrition sessions, sessions are paid out of pocket at the rates above: $200 for the initial intake, $185 for a 50-minute follow-up and $100 for a 30-minute follow-up.

Book a free 15-minute discovery call through Calendly. We’ll talk about your goals and concerns, which services fit your needs, any questions you have, and scheduling your first session.

I support individuals experiencing eating disorders (anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, OSFED and orthorexia), disordered eating and chronic dieting, body image concerns, compulsive exercise, RED-S and functional hypothalamic amenorrhea, and complex nutrition needs.

I offer individual nutrition counseling, meal support and grocery shopping support. Grocery shopping support can take place virtually or in person.

Yes. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your adolescent or a loved one, my goal is to provide a supportive environment where you feel understood, respected and empowered.

My approach integrates evidence-based nutrition interventions, Health at Every Size® (HAES®) principles, trauma-informed care, and a collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment model.

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