Specialized Eating Disorder Dietitians in St Louis, MO
Recovery isn’t a straight line — and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
In-person in Des Peres & St. Charles, MO or telehealth in multiple states.
Your Recovery, Your Path
Healing your relationship with food is one of the hardest things you’ll ever do — and one of the most worthwhile. At Alo Nutrition, our specialized eating disorder dietitians offer personalized, compassionate care designed around you: your history, your goals, and your pace. You don’t have to have it all figured out to take the first step.
Eating Disorders We Treat
Anorexia involves persistent restriction of food intake, an intense fear of weight gain, and a distorted relationship with body image. It can feel all-consuming — like food and control are the only things that make sense. Our dietitians provide individualized, compassionate nutrition support that addresses both the physical and emotional complexities of recovery.
Atypical Anorexia shares the same restrictive behaviors and psychological aspects of Anorexia Nervosa — but occurs in individuals whose weight falls within or above the “normal” range. It is equally serious yet often missed by providers who make harmful assumptions about what an eating disorder “looks like”. At Alo Nutrition, we recognize that eating disorders have no appearance.
Binge Eating Disorder is the most common eating disorder in the United States, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and underdiagnosed. If you’ve ever felt out of control around food and wondered why you can’t stop, you’re not alone. Our dietitians help you understand the physical and emotional drivers behind binge episodes and build lasting, sustainable change.
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder goes far beyond picky eating. ARFID can involve sensory sensitivities, fear of choking or vomiting, or a lack of interest in food — and it significantly impacts daily life, relationships, and nutrition. We offer individualized support for children, adolescents, and adults navigating ARFID.
Bulimia is characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors — and often a deep sense of shame. Recovery isn’t about willpower; it’s about understanding the patterns beneath the behavior. We work with you to rebuild a consistent, peaceful relationship with food at a pace that feels safe.
Other Specified Feeding and Eating Disorders (OSFED) includes eating disorder presentations that don’t fit neatly into a single diagnosis — but are just as serious and deserving of specialized care. If you’ve ever been told your struggles “don’t count” because they don’t look a certain way, we want you to know they do, and we see you.
Related Conditions & Disordered Eating Patterns
Orthorexia develops when a focus on “healthy” eating becomes rigid, all-encompassing, and distressing. It can be hard to recognize because it often looks like discipline from the outside and normalized in our society — but internally, it can feel like food controls your entire life. Our team helps you rebuild flexibility and joy around eating, without guilt.
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) occurs when an athlete’s energy intake doesn’t meet the demands of their training, affecting performance, hormones, bone health, and long-term wellbeing. It impacts athletes of all genders across all sports and is frequently mistaken for overtraining or normal fatigue. Our dietitians understand the unique pressures of athletic culture and help athletes fuel and recover completely.
Diabulimia occurs when someone with Type 1 diabetes intentionally restricts insulin as a means of weight control — and it is one of the most medically serious eating disorders there is. It requires a team that understands both the complexities of diabetes management and eating disorder recovery. Alo Nutrition’s dietitians are uniquely equipped to support clients navigating this intersection with the specialized, integrated care it requires.
Exercise can become a way to manage anxiety, compensate for eating, or feel in control — and from the outside it often looks like dedication or discipline. When movement feels mandatory, guilt-driven, or impossible to stop, despite injury or exhaustion, it deserves specialized attention. Our dietitians help you rebuild a relationship with movement rooted in how your body feels rather than what it has consumed.
Our Registered Dietitians offer individual nutrition counseling, group support programs, and between-session nutrition coaching — each tailored to your pace, history, and goals.
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What to Expect When You Work with Us
Starting care for an eating disorder can feel overwhelming — you might not know what to ask, what to say, or whether you’re “sick enough” to be here. At Alo Nutrition, there’s no threshold you have to meet. We meet you exactly where you are.
Your first appointment is a conversation, not an evaluation. We’ll take time to understand your history, your relationship with food and your body, your goals, and what’s felt hard or impossible in the past. From there, we build a care plan that’s individualized — not a protocol, not a meal plan handed to you on day one, but a collaborative process that moves at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Our dietitians work alongside your care team — therapists, physicians, and other providers — to make sure goals are aligned. If you don’t yet have a full team in place, we can help connect you with trusted providers in your area.
Whether you’re coming in for the first time, returning after a setback, or somewhere in the middle of a long journey, you’re welcome here. Recovery isn’t linear — and neither is the care we provide.
Who You’ll Work With
Our dietitians bring a wide range of experience and perspectives, but share the same commitment: to provide compassionate, individualized nutrition care grounded in respect and collaboration.
Insurance & Payment
We accept many insurance plans and offer private-pay options. Visit our insurance page to learn more about coverage, costs, and how to check your benefits before getting started.
