What if food could...
support healing?
foster new connections?
be enjoyable again?
take up less brain space?

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.

what's the cost?

insurance-based

Kinfolk Nutrition partners
with Berry Street to be in-network with:
- Cigna
- Aetna
- United Healthcare
- BCBS
- Medicare

private pay

initial consultations (75 min) - $150
follow ups (60 min) - $120
follow ups (45 min) - $100
3 session bundle (1 initial + 2 follow ups) - $300

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

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 partnered with Berry Street to more readily accept insurance. Through Berry Street, Kinfolk Nutrition is in network with Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare, BlueCross BlueShield, and Medicare. When you work with Kinfolk Nutrition, scheduling, appointments, and billing occurs through Berry Street.

what is the cost?

in network with:

- Cigna
- Aetna
- United Healthcare
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Medicare

private pay rates:

initial consultations (75 min) - $150
follow ups (60 min) - $120
follow ups (45 min) - $100
3 session bundle (1 initial + 2 follow ups) - $300

*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.