Functional NUTRITION + HEALTH coaching
Your body has an incredible capacity to heal and thrive when given the right support! Our functional nutrition and health coaching services help you nourish your body, address the root of underlying health concerns, and build sustainable habits for lifelong well-being.
functional nutrition
LAB TESTING + SUPPLEMENTATION
holistic weight management
GLP-1 NUTRITION + WELLNESS
Bariatric surgery SUPPORT
The Connective offers comprehensive nutrition services designed to support your whole-person health. Rather than focusing solely on what to eat, our integrative approach helps identify and address the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms and overall well-being.
We will work with you to create a personalized plan that supports physical, mental, and emotional wellness through evidence-informed nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and holistic healing practices.
FUNCTIONAL + INTEGRATIVE NUTRITION
Our approach to nutrition is rooted in Functional Medicine and Ayurveda, focusing on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of health concerns rather than simply managing symptoms. Every client begins with a comprehensive assessment of their health history, nutrition, lifestyle, and wellness goals to create a personalized care plan designed specifically for them.
Our nutrition sessions take a whole-person, integrative approach to wellness. Together, we'll explore the many factors that influence your health—including nutrition, stress, sleep, movement, relationships, and daily habits—to identify meaningful opportunities for lasting change.
Additionally, we practice body-inclusive nutrition. Research shows that weight is not solely responsible for one’s health, health is multifaceted and people of all body sizes deserve equitable care. Taking a non-diet approach that integrates intuitive eating, mindfulness and gentle nutrition practices are more effective in improving overall wellness.
Personalized Support For…
NAVIGATING ILLNESS + RECOVERY
Digestive Health + Gut Function
Gut Microbiome Support
Thyroid Health
Adrenal Health + Stress Recovery
Chronic Inflammation
Blood Sugar Balance + Prediabetes
Autoimmune Disease Support
Celiac Disease
NUTRITION FOR MENTAL HEALTH
Nutrition for Anxiety + Stress
Nutrition for ADHD
Emotional Eating
Eating for Mood + Mental Wellness
Hormone Balance
Fertility Nutrition
Perimenopause + Menopause Support
Food Allergies, Sensitivities + Intolerances
Acne + Skin Health
High Toxic Burden + Detoxification Support
GLP-1 Nutrition Support
Managing Chronic Illness
Nutrition During Recovery
Navigating a New Diagnosis
Brain Health + Cognitive Function
Nervous System Regulation
Insomnia + Sleep Support
The Mind-Body Connection
WOMENS HEALTH
Brain Fog + Cognitive Health
PMS + Menstrual Health
MEAL PLANNING + LIFESTYLE CHANGE
Personalized Meal Planning
Healthy Habit + Behavior Change
Elimination + Reintroduction Diets
Vegan + Vegetarian Nutrition
Gluten-Free + Celiac Nutrition
Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition
Chronic Dieting + Yo-Yo Dieting
Mindful Eating
Long-Term Healthy Lifestyle Support
Lab Testing + supplementation
When appropriate, functional laboratory testing may be recommended to gain a deeper understanding of how your body's interconnected systems are functioning. These assessments can help uncover underlying imbalances affecting areas such as gut health, hormone balance, immune function, stress response, nutrient status, and biotransformation (your body's natural detoxification processes).
Using these insights, we develop individualized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations that harness the healing power of food to support long-term health, resilience, and vitality.
TARGETED SUPPLEMENT SUPPORT
High-quality nutritional supplements can be a valuable complement to a personalized nutrition plan when dietary changes alone are not enough to meet your health needs. Based on your symptoms, health history, lab results, and current medications, your practitioner may recommend evidence-informed supplements to help address nutrient deficiencies, support healing, and optimize overall wellness.
Supplement recommendations are always individualized and may be used to support areas such as gut health, hormone balance, immune function, stress resilience, energy, blood sugar regulation, and healthy aging. Our goal is to recommend only what is appropriate for your unique needs while avoiding unnecessary supplementation.
At The Connective, we believe lasting health is about much more than the number on the scale. Our relationship with food often reflects our relationship with ourselves, our emotions, our stress, and our life experiences. Eating is not simply about calories or nutrition - it is deeply connected to our thoughts, beliefs, behaviors, and overall well-being.
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Rather than focusing on restrictive diets or quick fixes, our holistic approach helps you understand the why behind your eating patterns. By exploring the physical, emotional, behavioral, and lifestyle factors that influence your relationship with food, we help you create sustainable habits that support long-term health, confidence, and well-being. Through a compassionate, weight-inclusive approach, we empower you to reconnect with your body's natural cues, develop a more balanced relationship with food, and cultivate lasting changes that feel both realistic and enjoyable.
Holistic Weight Management
If you've spent years cycling through diets, feeling frustrated by conflicting nutrition advice, or struggling to feel at peace with food and your body, you're not alone! Contact our team to learn more about our services or to schedule a free consultation.
GLP-1 NutritioN
Whether you are considering a GLP-1 medication or are already taking one, having the right support can make a significant difference in your long-term success. At The Connective, we provide personalized nutrition, lifestyle, and wellness coaching to help you maximize the benefits of GLP-1 medications while protecting your overall health.
Medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide can be effective tools for weight management and metabolic health, but lasting results require more than medication alone. Our team helps you develop sustainable habits that not only support healthy weight loss, but help preserve lean muscle mass, optimize nutrition, improve energy, and reduce the likelihood of regaining weight after treatment.
GLP-1 NUTRITION SUPPORT MAY INCLUDE:
Comprehensive nutrition assessment and personalized meal planning.
Guidance to optimize protein, fiber, hydration, and essential nutrient intake
Prevention of nutrient deficiencies associated with reduced appetite + decreased food intake
Strategies to manage common side effects, including nausea, constipation, and other digestive concerns
Recommendations to support metabolic health
Healthy habit formation and sustainable behavior change
Physical activity guidance to preserve lean muscle mass and support healthy weight loss
Ongoing education, accountability, and personalized support throughout your journey
Transition planning to help maintain long-term results if medication is reduced or discontinued
BARIATRIC SURGERY SUPPORT
BARIATRIC SURGERY EVALUATIONS
If you’re considering weight loss surgery, your surgeon or insurance provider will likely require a psychological evaluation before the procedure. Several clinicians at The Connective specialize in pre-operative assessment and have extensive expertise in the psychological aspects of bariatric care. They are well-versed in various surgical procedures, pre-operative requirements, and the post-operative adjustments needed to support long-term success. Our evaluations are completed in a compassionate, supportive environment and are designed to help ensure you are prepared for the physical and emotional changes ahead.
POST-OPERATIVE COACHING
While bariatric surgery can be an effective tool in treating obesity, it doesn’t address the emotional and psychological factors that often accompany it. Post-operative coaching can be vital to the journey, especially for those facing social, emotional, behavioral, or lifestyle challenges after surgery. Many individuals benefit from continued support as they adapt to new eating habits, navigate emotional changes, and establish sustainable lifestyle routines.