Kayleen Eslinger
Personality:
Kayleen provides a friendly, calm, and empathetic presence that allows clients to feel comfortable and at ease while discussing their health and wellness goals. Her sessions feel more like conversations with a trusted confidante who is there to listen, understand, educate, and motivate you on your nutrition journey.
Background:
Kayleen is a licensed Registered Dietitian who is passionate about educating others on the many ways that food and nutrition can enhance their lives and prevent disease. She holds her M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics from Hunter College, in addition to her B.S. in Health Science Studies and an M.B.A. with a concentration in Healthcare Management from Quinnipiac University. Kayleen has accumulated several years of experience in the health and wellness field working in outpatient and private practice settings with various populations - from those diagnosed with chronic illnesses to those seeking to optimize their overall health and wellbeing. She takes an individualized approach to nutrition counseling that is evidenced-based, practical, and sustainable in order to help you feel your best and achieve your goals wherever you may be on your health journey.
Specialties:
Weight Management (weight loss, weight gain, body composition), Chronic Illness Prevention, Blood Sugar Management/Diabetes, Cardiovascular Health, Hormone Health (PCOS, Thyroid Conditions), Mindful Eating and Promoting A Healthy Relationship with Food, Gastrointestinal Health (IBS, Food Sensitivities, Low FODMAP Diets)
Counseling Philosophy:
Kayleen believes in taking an individualized approach to counseling since nutrition is not a one size fits all science. She enjoys getting to know each of her clients thoroughly to understand the full picture when it comes to their health and their lifestyle. She understands life gets busy and navigating all the nutrition and wellness info out there can get overwhelming, so she provides doable and digestible nutrition advice that is tailored to your specific circumstances. In addition to food talk, she likes to touch upon hydration, supplements, sleep, movement, and stress for an overall wellness approach. As a dietitian, Kayleen is here to provide you with accountability and guidance on your way to achieving your goals with a plan customized to your specific needs.