Balanced Nutrition Therapy Offers Hope and Nutrition Guidance: Eating Disorders, Pediatric Nutrition, and Reproductive Health
Crestwood Dietitians offer support tailored to your story.
At Balanced Nutrition Therapy in Crestwood, MO, we understand that every journey is as unique as the person walking it. Whether you're bravely battling through eating disorder recovery, parenting a child with feeding or eating challenges, or navigating the maze of infertility challenges, we're here to stand by your side every step of the way.
Our approach starts with listening. We take time to understand your story, your goals, and what nourishment means in your life right now. From there, we create a plan that’s realistic, compassionate, and rooted in clinical expertise. With specialized experience in eating disorders and reproductive health, we're committed to guiding you towards healing and hope, empowering you to write the next chapter of your story with confidence and strength.
What To Expect When You See a Dietitian
We know that reaching out for nutrition support sessions can feel like a big step. So… what actually happens when you meet with a Registered Dietitian?
If you’re picturing kale-and-beet salads, protein-only meal plans, or endless spoonfuls of peanut butter and Ensure, take a deep breath. That’s not how we do things here.
Many people don’t know what it’s like to work with a dietitian or they’ve seen one before and assume it’ll be the same. Our approach is different. Think of us as a blend between a therapist and a medical professional. We look at the whole picture: your lab results, medical history, current symptoms, and nutrition patterns, but we also explore the deeper layers:
How your relationship with food developed over time
What makes it hard to follow through on your goals
How to reconnect with hunger, fullness, and enjoyment
Whether you’re seeking support for eating disorder recovery, fertility nutrition, pediatric feeding, or sports performance, our goal isn’t to make you eat “perfectly.”
It’s to help you feel nourished, confident, and at peace with food again.
Our Specialties
Eating Disorder Nutrition Counseling
Individualized nutrition therapy for all eating disorder diagnoses, including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, ARFID, Binge Eating Disorder (BED), and OSFED.
Virtual and in-person appointments
Nutrition Support for Specific Diagnoses
ARFID and Picky Eating Support
Disordered Eating & Emotional Eating Support
OCD and Nutrition Therapy
Failure to Thrive
Eating Disorders during Pregnancy
Nutrition for fertility and hormone health
Weight Restoration & Nutritional Rehabilitation
Gentle, evidence-based weight restoration support for clients of all ages
Structured meal planning, exposure therapy, and medical nutrition therapy (MNT)
Coordination with therapists, physicians, and treatment teams
Family-Based & Adolescent Services
Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for child and adolescent eating disorders
Parent education and meal coaching
Teen group support and individualized care
Eating Disorder Recovery Support Groups
Weekly in-person support groups for individuals in recovery
Community-focused meal support and body image processing
Special Populations & Intersectional Support
Eating Disorders in Males
LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Nutrition Counseling
Eating Disorders in Athletes & Active Individuals
PCOS and Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders and Fertility/Infertility
Vegetarian and Vegan Eating Disorder Support
HAES®-aligned and Body Image-Focused Nutrition Therapy
Virtual Nutrition Therapy & Meal Support
HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions
Virtual meal support groups and individual coaching
Small group nutrition therapy sessions
Meet Your Dietitians
Our Crestwood Dietitians have extensive experience working with people experiencing eating disorders, fertility struggles, and feeding complications in children. We're not afraid to ask the hard questions, muddle with you through the tough times, and help you uncover the unique strengths that will lead you on your path to food freedom.
As trauma informed dietitians, we feel it is exceptionally important to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express your feelings, be your authentic self, have your concerns addressed, and explore the barriers that may be hindering your progress toward your goals. Our compassionate team is here to listen, support, and guide you through the challenges you encounter.
Rebecca Adams RD, LD, CEDS-C
Owner, Balanced Nutrition Therapy
The Balanced Nutrition Way
All foods fit. (Unless you have an anaphylactic reaction to one, don’t touch that.)
We're all about throwing out those eating disorder rules and rules of dieting here. Picture this: nourishing your body, mind, and soul without all the stress. Yep, that's our vibe! We're firm believers that all foods have a place in a healthy lifestyle – just gotta enjoy 'em mindfully and in moderation, ya know?
Our mission is to help you build that awesome relationship with food and exercise. So, let's dig in together, sift thru the mess of messages around food, body and movement and uncover the joy of eating what you love while keeping it real with your cravings, movement, and how you feel in your body.
Your Body Knows Best. (Yes, even better than the internet or *gulp* your mom.)
So, here's the deal: your body's like this super smart guru when it comes to knowing what it needs. We're talking next-level intuition, but thanks to eating disorders and society's pressure, we've kinda lost that connection. Ever mixed up hunger with emotional cravings? Or felt full despite not eating for ages? It's confusing, right?
But guess what? We're all (except for a few rare genetic abnormalities) born with the ability to intuitively eat. Ever seen a baby cry when hungry and push food away when full? That's the magic! So let's ditch the confusion and tune back into your body's natural wisdom. We can help guide you back to cueing into your body!
Rock your Body; Roll with your Image.
Ready to embrace your inner rockstar? With mindful movement, self-care, exposure work and the passage of time, we'll guide you to tolerate, and eventually embrace the body you’re in. Ever heard of "Health At Every Size"? Yeah, that's our jam. We're all about celebrating every body, no matter the size or shape. Together, we'll dive into some awesome strategies to cultivate self-compassion, kick those negative beliefs to the curb, and rock that positive body image like never before.
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
We're all about collaboration here, and that means connecting with and learning from the best – doctors, therapists, coaches, you name it. By combining our expertise with theirs, we ensure that your nutritional journey is supportive and sustainable from every aspect of your life.
Recovery Coaching: Bridging the Gaps in Outpatient Care
We’re happy to offer coaching services designed to meet you wherever you are in your eating disorder recovery—whether you're just beginning, in the midst of it, or working to maintain your progress after treatment. Whether we are your dietitians or you already have an established team, our Recovery Coach Deborah can help you bridge the gap between. your outpatient sessions and real life.
With personalized support, accountability, and guidance, you’ll gain the tools to manage recovery in your everyday life and build the balance you need to sustain it long-term.
Eating disorder recovery isn’t linear—and sometimes, traditional treatment options just aren’t enough. You’ve put in the work, but when it’s time to go back to real life, old patterns resurface. That's where we come in.
Everyday Recovery is designed to give you the ongoing support you need to make lasting behavioral changes—without disrupting your busy life. Our program offers flexible, trauma-informed care that fits seamlessly into your schedule, ensuring you’re never alone on your recovery journey.
Introducing Everyday Recovery... Break Free from the Eating Disorder Cycle with Consistent, Flexible Support
This monthly membership program includes:
8 group meal sessions/month for accountability and connection
1 private coaching session/month tailored to your specific needs
Expert guidance from a compassionate, trauma-informed team
Exclusive discounts on additional services like cooking support and grocery shopping
A supportive community that truly understands what you’re going through
Whether outpatient care doesn’t provide enough or higher levels of treatment just aren’t an option, we’re here to help you move forward.
Join Everyday Recovery and get the support you need for lasting, meaningful change. You deserve to live a life free of your eating disorder—and we’re here to help you get there.
You can find joy again!
At Balanced Nutrition Therapy, we're all about the healing power of laughter! We know most people stroll into our office in a very emotionally dark place. But guess what? You’re not alone anymore, we will partner with you through the mud.
Let's face it: even in the stormiest of times, a good belly laugh can be like a rainbow breaking through the clouds, offering those sweet moments of joy when you least expect it.
We'll navigate those shadowy (and fully emotional) corners, and when appropriate but least expected, light up the way with a smile and chuckle. Who knows? Along the journey, we might just uncover some superhero strength, resilience, and some funny stories that only we will understand.