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COUNSELING & NUTRITION
in smyrna, georgia
eating & emotions
the meeting place of
- You’ve been “good” with food and exercise yet you're not seeing the “results” you want.
- You haven’t been able to crack the code to health.
- You want to make better choices - really, you do! - but you’re tired and busy so it gets pushed to the back burner.
- After an emotional day, food is comforting… until it isn’t and then you’re stuck in a shame spiral and vow off your favorite ice cream forever.
do any of these resonate with your current efforts?
you’ve tried all the things to feel better, and nothing has worked.
FRUSTRATED, ASHAMED, AND OVERWHELMED.
HITTING DEAD ENDS ALONG THE WAY HAS LEFT YOU
You’re ready to have a better (read: healthy) relationship with food and your body, but
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Let’s unravel the layers of experiences and emotions surrounding food. During talk therapy, we focus on the feelings - maybe some of which are intense, maybe some of which are suppressed and you don’t even know they are there! This work involves developing insight into how you’ve used or avoided food as a way to control, identifying emotions and other coping skills, and working towards a path of sustainable recovery.
INITIAL + FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS: 50 minutes
talk therapy
In our collaborative work on nutrition counseling, we focus on more than just a meal plan and a number on the scale. This work is all about understanding your body’s needs, developing coping skills when eating feels tough and overwhelming, and learning how to trust your own signals to make consistent, satisfying choices.
INITIAL + FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS: 50 minutes
nutrition counseling
eating disorders + disordered eating
food rules. restriction. binging.
areas of specialty
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Exploring wellness and feeling good without eliminating the foods you enjoy. Nutrition counseling for digestive issues and digestive-related autoimmune diseases is a balance of making sure you’re eating enough, understanding and listening to your body, and identifying the intersection of how foods contribute to different body sensations. All of our work is done through a compassionate, non-diet lens with the goal of empowering you to manage and alleviate digestive discomfort.
INITIAL + FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS: 50 minutes
digestive concerns
gas. bloating. constipation.
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We live in a world with rapidly changing and needlessly confusing society beauty standards. Therapy related to body image is a space to unpack the complexities of body image without fixating on your weight. There is room for the frustrations and unfairness of how our society rewards certain bodies and demonizes others, while also focusing and celebrating diversity and individuality.
INITIAL + FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS: 50 minutes
body image
focus on weight. shame. self-esteem.
that’s why i offer one part COUNSELING and one part Nutrition to meet your individual needs.
dynamic & complex.
the relationship with our food & body is
In order to begin our work together, there's a few forms that I'll need you to complete at least 48 hours before our initial session. These are all completed through TherapyNotes.
All services are provided through Atlanta Innovative Counseling Center.
schedule initial appointment
step three
SCHEDULE YOUR DISCOVERY CALL
schedule discovery call
step two
- a therapist* or dietitian (or both!)
- who works with eating disorders, disordered eating, digestive concerns, and body image and
- and is based in Smyrna, GA (or virtually in Georgia!)
All of my work is done through the Health at Every Size (R) lens with a weight-neutral approach that is inclusive of all bodies and identities.
*As an Associate Professional Counselor (APC), I work under direction and supervision
make sure we’re a good fit
step one
In order to begin our work together, there's a few forms that I'll need you to complete at least 48 hours before our initial session. These are all completed through TherapyNotes.
schedule initial appointment
step three
SCHEDULE YOUR DISCOVERY CALL
schedule discovery call
step two
- a therapist or dietitian (or both!)
- who works with eating disorders, disordered eating, digestive concerns, and body image and
- and is based in Smyrna, GA (or virtually in Georgia!)
All of my work is done through the Health at Every Size (R) lens with a weight-neutral approach that is inclusive of all bodies and identities.
make sure we’re a good fit
step one
In order to begin our work together, there's a few forms that I'll need you to complete at least 48 hours before our initial session. These are all completed through TherapyNotes.
schedule initial appointment
step three
SCHEDULE YOUR DISCOVERY CALL
schedule discovery call
step two
- a therapist or dietitian (or both!)
- who works with eating disorders, disordered eating, digestive concerns, and body image and
- and is based in Smyrna, GA (or virtually in Georgia!)
All of my work is done through the Health at Every Size (R) lens with a weight-neutral approach that is inclusive of all bodies and identities.
make sure we’re a good fit
step one
steps to work together
get to know val
My lived experience with diet culture led me to becoming a dietitian. When I saw how therapy enhanced the impact of my nutrition work with clients, I knew becoming a therapist was the missing piece. The biggest lesson I learned along the way? It’s going to be life changing, as long as you’re comfortable going deep.
a therapist with a
degree in nutrition
ms, APC, rd, ciec, Ncc, crc
val evanoff
groups
provider consultations
family sessions
meal support
Meal times can often be the most challenging when you’re recovering from an eating disorder or working on healing your relationship with food. Maybe it’s because you tend to numb with food. Or maybe there’s fear around how food will impact you and your body.
During meal support, we will share a meal together and I’ll provide support to help you navigate the meal with less emotion. This is available to current clients.
meal support
All services are provided through Atlanta Innovative Counseling Center.
groups
provider consultations
family sessions
meal support
Sometimes recovery takes a village. Whether it’s your parents, partner, or preferred support team, we can have a session with everyone to make sure you have the best support possible outside our sessions together. These sessions usually include education around eating disorders and exploration of your specific struggles and how your people can best support you. This is available to current clients.
family sessions
groups
provider consultations
family sessions
meal support
Have a provider that isn’t super versed in eating disorders or intuitive eating? I’d be happy to set up a consultation with them to provide the education so you don’t have to.
Have another provider on your team and think it would be best if we collaborated on your care? We’ll have you sign an ROI (release of information!) so I can consult with them on how to best support you as your care team. This is available to current clients.
provider consultations
groups
provider consultations
family sessions
meal support
You don’t have to go through recovery and healing alone. Having a community can be so helpful for validation and as a way to process through current symptoms and feelings. I offer groups sporadically throughout the year.
group counseling
other ways we can work together
Q1 of 7
I hold credentials as an associate counselor* (APC) and registered dietitian (RD), which means I can work with you as both! My specialities are eating disorders, disordered eating, digestive concerns and disorders, and body image. We can work together as long as you are 13 years of age or older and live in Georgia (virtual sessions) or Smyrna, GA (in-person sessions). All iservices are provided through Atlanta Innovative Counseling Center.
*as an APC, I work under direction and supervision
how can i work with you?
Q2 of 7
All registered dietitians (RDs) are nutritionists, but not all nutritionists are RDs. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist. A registered dietitian must complete a rigorous education and training program followed by a comprehensive registration exam. They can provide personalized nutrition counseling based on scientific, evidence-based research.
WHAT IS A REGISTERED DIETITIAN?
Q3 of 7
The APC license requires an accredited master’s degree program, an intensive internship, and passing a national counseling exam. APC’s then complete 3,000 clinical hours post-graduation, including supervision with an experienced licensed therapist who helps guide and teach. I currently work under the supervision and direction of Dr. Christi Bartolomucci, Ph.D., LPC, CPCS, and Lauren Greenway, LPC, CPCS, CEDS-S with additional training in eating disorder treatment.
what is an associate professional counselor?
Q4 of 7
Great! If you are ready to schedule your initial appointment, you can do so here. During the Discovery Call, we can discuss your needs and schedule your first appointment. All services are provided through Atlanta Innovative Counseling Center.
I’M READY TO GET STARTED! WHAT SHOULD I DO FIRST?
Q5 of 7
I do not accept medical insurance. As you probably already know, insurance rarely covers nutrition counseling. However, HSA and flexible spending accounts with credit/debit cards can often be used to pay for services. Check with your insurance provider to verify coverage. If covered, I do accept those forms of payment..
If you would like to seek coverage for nutrition or counseling services, I can provide you with documentation, called a superbill, that you can submit for reimbursement. Reimbursement is not guaranteed and will depend on your insurance provider & plan.
do you accept insurance?
Q6 of 7
If you need to reschedule, please do so at least 24 hours in advance. Without proper notice, cancellations and missed appointments may be charged in full. If you arrive late (either in-person or virtually), it may require us to shorten or reschedule your appointment.
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
Q7 of 7
I am committed to protecting your privacy and required to do so under HIPAA. Your records will be released only with your written consent, except as may be specifically required by law. You can read my full privacy policy here.
