I'm Courtenay (she/her) - I help young adults in recovery from restrictive eating disorders stop feeling stuck and move forward.
šØš¦ Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
11/04/2025
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The restrict-binge cycle is REAL. And so many folks feel stuck in it.
If this is you, you are NOT ALONE ā¤ļø
Let me share with you one of my top tips for breaking free from the cycleā¦
But firstā¦Hi! Iām Courtenay (she/her), and Iām in eating disorder dietitian helping folks move FORWARD with their recovery.
One of the MAIN REASONS folks find themselves stuck in this cycle is this:
š¬ Youāre probably still restricting your food (!)
Subtle restriction can look like:
šNot eating enough in the morning
šāWaitingā to eat until the next meal
šFollowing a diet!
šThinking you āshouldā or āshouldnātā eat a certain thing
ā¦and so much more.
Itās not always super clear, but use this as an opportunity to ask yourself:
āAm I truly eating enough? Am I still restricting in sneaky places?ā
If you want to STOP the restrict-binge cycle and MOVE FORWARD with your recovery, then TAP FOLLOW for more š
10/28/2025
You deserve THISā¬ļø
Well hello there!! Itās nice to āmeetā you š
Iām Courtenay (she/her), an e@t!ing d1sorder dietitian based in Canada.
I help young adults move forward with their recovery so they can live a full and meaningful life š
And I TRULY believe that all bodies are worthy!
šš«All bodies are deserving of eating ENOUGH FOOD REGULARLY, today and every day!
Recovery isnāt easy work. And it doesnāt āendā with a hospital program.
This is where you adapt things to REAL LIFE. So you can live a BIGGER LIFE!
ā”ļøTap FOLLOW for more from a dietitian who believes in youš«
10/23/2025
š One more right hereš
As an e@t!ng d!sorder dietitian, itās important for me to take care of myself so I can show up for clients.
Working from home has its pros and cons. Ultimately itās something that works really well for me, AND, there are certain things I do to make it sustainable and enjoyable :)
š„¤ Water (and maybe other beverages) is kept at my side - gotta stay hydrated and demonstrate it to my clients.
š» I have a limit to how many clients/meetings I take - otherwise Iām so burnt out by screen time.
šŖ Snacks between sessions are essential for me! Some of my favourites are chocolate, almonds, fruit, cheese, and cookies!
šI take body breaks - quite frequently actually. I need to stretch and move around, and look at things other than a screen all day.
One more tip for youā¦thatās actually maybe more about YOU than it is about me ā¬ļøā¬ļø
I always keep my background visible on zoom calls! I donāt ever use a blurred or virtual background as a way to be transparent about my surroundings and help establish a sense of safety for my clients.
This was a little tip I picked up years ago in a trauma informed care training, and itās something that I hope is helpful for others too.
That being said, thereās so much more to your virtual RD than what you see on screen.
What tip stands out for you?
ā¤ļøDonāt forget to DOUBLE TAP this post!
10/19/2025
Sometimes I do work IRL ā”ļø
Recap of my trip to my hometown in New Brunswick where I spoke at the NPNB conference!
1. Pre presentation selfie
2. Flying into Bathurst
3. Me and my mom presenting
4. Leaves in tie dye mode
5. Simon the cat (he sleeps)
6. Maye the cat (she hunts)
7. Grandmas farm
8. Chickadees hoping for a snack
9. The marshes near the farm
10. Boarding to go back to ON
11. View of NB from above
It was so nice for a quick visit at home while doing some of the work I love doing - supporting other providers when it comes to ED care in the community.
Getting some fresh air and enjoying the fall colours (and seeing my family and friends) is always a great time š„°
Back to my usual zoom world this week!
10/17/2025
Find out what I mean ā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļø
My clients often tell me:
āCourtenay I hear your voice in my head telling me any food is better than no food!ā
And that always makes me smile š
Because itās true!
Whatever you have access to Kraft dinner, ramen, or a fancy kale salad with turkey, there is nutrition to be had (in every one of those items).
Your body deserves to be fed with ENOUGH food (aka calories) every day š
ā¤ļøDouble tap if you agree!!
10/10/2025
You got this š
09/30/2025
What the heck is that? š
As an eating disorder dietitian, I often start with a similar basic concept for almost all my clients.
Itās something that we ALL can benefit from (probably even more than intuitive eatingā¦I said it!)
And while thereās no one way of eating that works for everyoneā¦
Having SOME ELEMENT of structure is often a crucial part of recovery and healing your relationship with food.
What do you know about structured eating?
ā”ļø Follow along for more from a dietitian who believes in you! š
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Iām Courtenay (she/her), a Health At Every SizeĀ® advocate and Non-Diet Registered Dietitian. I am registered with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and am a proud member of Dietitians of Canada. I received my Bachelor of Science in Nutrition with Honours from Acadia University and completed my dietetic internship in Truro, Nova Scotia. I started practicing as a clinical dietitian in Calgary, Alberta working in long term care in 2014. I then transitioned to work in a hospital with both inpatients and outpatients. I have since gained experience working with patients with eating disorders, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), osteoporosis, high blood pressure, food allergies/intolerances, and more.
I am currently living in Hamilton, Ontario where I started my private practice focusing on eating disorders. In my practice, I am dedicated to helping people make peace with food and their bodies. I am also a group facilitator at Body Brave Canada. I am offering weight-inclusive nutrition services through in-person and virtual appointments.
Areas I currently am specializing in are:
Eating Disorders including anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating disorder, EDNOS (Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified) and ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
Please note that I do not provide nutrition counselling for weight loss
WHAT IS A DIETITIAN?
Dietitians are committed to providing evidenced based food and nutrition information, and can work in a variety of clinical and community settings. We believe in the power and potential of food. Dietitians take a holistic approach when working with clients to ensure an appropriate, sustainable, and enjoyable lifestyle and relationship with food.
Dietitians are regulated health professionals with protected titles. In order to use the title Dietitian, or Registered Dietitian (RD) in Ontario, a dietitian must:
have a degree in foods and nutrition from an accredited university
complete a one year internship with rotations in clinical and community nutrition, and foodservice
pass a national registration exam
be registered with their provincial dietetic regulatory body
meet annual continuing education requirements
What about ānutritionistsā? In some provinces, the term nutritionist is a protected title that can only be used by Registered Dietitians. This only applies to Alberta, Quebec, and Nova Scotia. Learn more here.
WHAT DOES āHEALTH AT EVERY SIZEĀ®ā MEAN?
Health at Every SizeĀ® (HAESĀ®) is a holistic approach to wellness that does not involve trying to control body weight. HAESĀ® respects and celebrates body diversity in all forms while promoting eating for well-being, life-enhancing movement, and compassionate care. HAESĀ® practitioners, such as myself, believe it is possible to improve your health without focusing on weight. As a non-diet dietitian, I actively reject the diet mentality and am here to help you make peace with food and your body.
For more information, visit the HAESĀ® community site here.
