Our nutrition program and in-house nutritionist will work with you to set realistic goals. We will evaluate your overall health status, metabolic measures and lifestyle. Starting with your current diet, we will use a method of small changes that lead to big results. You will be provided with nutrition education about mindful eating, food purchasing, food preparation, planning and overall lifestyle change. There is no doubt that real change takes commitment and time, but with a little endurance and motivation, huge strides are possible.

CONDITIONS TREATED:

  • Weight Management
  • Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Food Intolerances
  • Renal Disease
  • PCOS

COUNSELING SERVICES

  • Weight Management
  • Binge or Emotional Eating
  • Disordered Eating
  • Diabetes
  • Insulin Resistance
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Hypertension
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Food Intolerances and Digestive Issues
  • including GERD, IBD & Celiac Disease
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Pre-eclampsia
  • Renal Disease
  • Maternity/Prenatal 

WHERE DO I BEGIN?

Consultation/Initial Assessment:  Please bring any medical records, blood tests or documents that will allow us to better understand your current nutritional needs & lifestyle.  During this assessment, our staff will begin to formulate a personalized plan that fits into your daily life with ease. This plan will be structured and goal oriented but with flexibility for change & options with an emphasis on personal growth (60 minutes). 

Follow Up:  During follow up sessions we will track your progress and modify your personalized plan as needed (30 minutes). 

ACCEPTED INSURANCES (FOR NUTRITION)

Empire BCBS | Hudson Health | MVP | 1199 | United Healthcare/Medicare | Secure Horizons

OUR NUTRITIONIST

Allison Scheinfeld, MS, RD, CDN is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Dietitian Nutritionist with a Masters of Nutrition Science. Allison worked as a Clinical Dietitian for two years at Montefiore Medical Center before transferring to New York Methodist Hospital. After gaining experience consulting patients at Montefiore Medical Center, Allison began her private practice to focus more on personalized one-on-one treatment. She is available in our office 2-3 times a month or as needed. Allison looks forward to accompanying each client on their own personal journey toward finding and maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

CERTIFICATION & EDUCATION

Registered Dietitian,  Commission on Dietetic Registration

Certified-Dietitian Nutritionist, New York State Department of Education, Albany, New York

Masters of Nutrition Science, Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, New York

Bachelors of Health & Nutrition Sciences, Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, New York

Food Protection Certificate, City of New York Department of Mental Health & Hygiene, New York, New York

Holistic Health Counselor, Institute of Integrative Nutrition, New York, New York

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Dietetic Association