Weight Loss

Weight loss counseling in Virginia

Sustainable, evidence-based strategies that work with your lifestyle — not against it. No meal plans you'll abandon, no foods that are off-limits. Meet by video call from anywhere in Virginia, or in person in the Roanoke Valley and the greater Richmond area.

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Kelsey Shaughnessy, RDN, smiling in a bright kitchen

A different kind of weight loss support

If you've lost weight before and watched it come back, you're not alone, and it isn't a willpower problem. When calories are cut sharply, the body pushes back with more hunger and less energy, which is one reason extreme diets so often fail. We take a slower, steadier route that you can actually live with.

How we help

Your registered dietitian starts with your health history, your current eating patterns and your daily schedule. From there, you build a plan around the foods you already like, with balanced meals that include protein and fiber to keep you full, and a meal rhythm that prevents the afternoon crash and evening overeating.

We also work on the habits around food: hunger and fullness cues, emotional eating, eating out, busy weeks and weekends. Small, specific changes are easier to keep, and each one makes the next one easier.

Judgment-free and weight-inclusive

Weight is one part of the conversation, not the whole of it. Our approach is judgment-free and weight-inclusive: we focus on the habits and health markers you can change, and we never shame you about food or your body. Feeling respected makes it far easier to be honest about what's getting in the way, and that's where real progress starts.

Progress beyond the scale

Weight is one measure of progress. We track the others too: energy, sleep, lab values, how your clothes fit and how you feel about food. We don't promise a number, but we do promise a plan that fits your life and a dietitian who stays with you while you build it.

Virtual or in person

Sessions are available by video call anywhere in Virginia, or in person in the Roanoke Valley and the greater Richmond area.

Kelsey Shaughnessy, RDN, talking with a client at a table in a sunny living room
What We Cover

What we work on together

  • Meal Planning
  • Hunger Cues
  • Emotional Eating
  • Portion Balance
  • Eating Out
  • Cravings
  • Mindful Eating
  • Weight Maintenance

Ready to start? The first call is free.

Tell us about your goals and we'll match you with the right dietitian. No commitment, no pressure — just a conversation.

Pricing

Transparent, simple pricing

The Foundation package is our most popular option for weight loss.

Single Session

One session, about 60 minutes

$120In person or virtual

Best for a focused reset or a specific nutrition question

A full initial assessment covering your health history, typical intake, and activity habits. Walk away with an individualized plan and clear, realistic goals.

Monthly

Ongoing, after Foundation

$60–120Per month

Best for ongoing accountability and lasting change

Long-term accountability once the Foundation is complete. Meet once a month ($60/mo) or twice a month ($120/mo), with a three-month minimum. For chronic condition management or those who want a permanent nutrition partner.

Common Questions

Common questions

Do you give meal plans?

We build a flexible eating plan around foods you already enjoy, rather than a rigid meal plan you'll abandon. If you like more structure, we can map out sample days and simple go-to meals together.

How much weight will I lose?

Everyone's body and history are different, so we don't promise a specific number. We focus on sustainable changes that support steady progress, and on health markers like energy, blood sugar and blood pressure alongside the scale.

What if I've tried everything before?

That's common, and it isn't a failure on your part. We look at what made past attempts hard to keep up, then build a plan from small, specific changes you can sustain.

Are any foods off-limits?

No. All foods can fit. We'll show you how to include the foods you love in a way that supports your goals.

Do you also help people taking a GLP-1 medication?

Yes. GLP-1 nutrition support is its own service, focused on protein, smaller meals and side effects alongside your medication.

Do I need a referral, and do you take insurance?

No referral is needed to book. We're private pay and are not in-network with any plan. HSA and FSA funds are generally eligible for a diagnosed condition with a letter of medical necessity from your doctor.

Can I do this virtually?

Yes. We see clients by video call anywhere in Virginia, and in person in the Roanoke Valley and the greater Richmond area. We currently see clients located in Virginia.

Ready to start your weight loss plan?

Start with a free intro call. No commitment, no pressure.

Contact information

Prefer to talk first? Call either location or email us. We respond within one business day.