What if food could...
support your healing?
take up less brain space?
or, simply... be enjoyable again?

Food is complicated;
So is nutrition.

If you've been struggling with your food, feeling overwhelmed by your wellness journey, or unsure what nutrition for your really means, you've landed in the right place! Kinfolk Nutrition helps you work through the nuances that come with food to reach your health goals, feel better, and spend more energy on the things (or with the people) that bring you joy.

what does nutrition counseling look like?

Nutrition counseling is a personalized process aimed at helping you understand what your body needs, and a collaborative opportunity to learn how to meet those needs practically. Whether you've never cooked a meal, or prepare the family holiday feast, we'll build a plan that fits you.

why kinfolk nutrition?

  • Culturally Competent Nutrition: Kinfolk Nutrition values cultural differences in food and food practices. Rooted in the idea that all foods fit and cultural foods are important to your wellbeing, Kinfolk Nutrition aims to integrate the foods and practices that are important to you in your nutrition journey.

  • Weight Inclusive Nutrition: Kinfolk Nutrition is informed by HAES®, intuitive eating, and harm reduction frameworks. Committed to honoring your bodily autonomy, Kinfolk Nutrition provides nutrition education that respects your lived experience and incorporates practical strategies to support long-term wellness and longevity. For clients desiring weight loss or weight gain, we'll prioritize behaviors causing the least amount of harm with relevant education.

  • Virtual & In-Person: Kinfolk Nutrition offers virtual nutrition care for folks across the country and in-person sessions in Camp Springs, Maryland.

  • Insurance-Based Nutrition: Kinfolk Nutrition is proud to be an in-network provider with Aetna and Cigna.

Approach

TLDR: Food is more than fuel, and you're not a walking to-do list.

Hi! I'm Emma Gardner. I am a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and certified health coach. I am a licensed nutritionist in Maryland and DC. I support clients in reclaiming the connection between food, body, history, and community. Whether you're balancing family, healing your relationship with food, navigating a new diagnosis, or just plain tired of dealing with food... I offer personalized, compassionate nutrition counseling designed for navigating the unique intersections of identity, health, and life transitions.

bottom line: I am here for you.

My work is rooted in social justice, with an understanding that our health is deeply shaped by the world around us, not just our willpower (🙄). I don't subscribe to the idea of food as just fuel—it can be cultural, therapeutic, nostalgic, chaos, and connection. So, together, let's build a nourishing, sustainable relationship with food that honors your lived experience.

Specialties

While I have training and experience working with people at all of life's stages and a broad spectrum of conditions, most of my work and training centers:

  • Diabetes Nutrition: For individuals with prediabetes or Type 2 Diabetes. Sessions focus on strategies to improve A1c and fasting glucose, as well as reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications.

  • Women's Nutrition: For clients with endometriosis, PMOS, and those experiencing perimenopause and menopause. Sessions focus on dietary and behavior strategies to reduce symptoms, inflammation, and related risks.

  • Cardiovascular Nutrition: For clients living with hypertension or high cholesterol or recovering from strokes or heart attacks, and those with familial risk factors. Sessions focus on strategies to improve related bloodwork values, reduce related risk factors, and promote sustainable behavior change.

are you ready for something new?

Contact

common questions + answers

is kinfolk nutrition in-network?

Kinfolk Nutrition is proud to be an in-network provider with Aetna and Cigna.

what is Berry street?

Berry Street is an online platform that supports nutritionists in private practice with insurance billing and some of the administrative aspects of running of private practice. Kinfolk Nutrition contracts with Berry Street to be an in-network provider with additional plans. Through Berry Street, Kinfolk Nutrition is in network with United Healthcare, BlueCross BlueShield, and Medicare. If you have one of these plans, you can schedule your first session here. Scheduling, appointments, and billing occur through Berry Street's client portal.

what is the cost?

in network with:

  • Cigna

  • Aetna

  • United Healthcare (via Berry Street only)

  • BlueCross BlueShield (via Berry Street only)

  • Medicare (via Berry Street only)

private pay rates:

  • Initial Consultations (75 min) - $175

  • Follow-ups (45 min) - $105

  • Intro Bundle (1 initial + 2 follow ups) - $350

  • Follow Up Bundle (4 follow ups) - $375

  • Equity Pricing Available

*I am credentialed with each insurance plan in the state of Maryland. I may be able to see folks in other states who have PPO or POS plans in different states, so please reach out if you are interested in getting started.