Lisa Ellis RD MSW

03/19/2026

Diet talk can show up anywhere, especially at the dining table 🍽️

Comments about “being good,” earning food, or needing to make up for a meal might seem harmless, but they can pull us further away from a peaceful relationship with food!

Shutting it down doesn’t have to be confrontational. It can be as simple as changing the subject, setting a gentle boundary, or reminding yourself that your plate doesn’t need to be explained or justified.

Protecting your peace around food *is* allowed.

What’s one way you’ve redirected diet talk before? 💬

03/16/2026

When food becomes a purity test, eating stops being about nourishment and starts being about getting it “right.”

Rigid food rules often disconnect us from our natural hunger, fullness, and satisfaction cues and can drain the joy from eating. Flexibility, curiosity, and self trust are what actually help rebuild a peaceful relationship with food.

03/10/2026

Many people are told that if they just followed the “right” rules around food, they would finally feel better about their bodies. But in reality, adding more restrictions, rules, and mental pressure around eating often makes body image distress worse.

Body image healing is not built through tighter control. It usually comes from learning to relate to food and your body with more flexibility, compassion, and trust.

Letting go of rigid rules can feel uncomfortable at first, but it can also create space for a more peaceful relationship with food and with yourself.

Hi 👋 I’m Suzy, a registered dietitian who helps people step away from food rules and reconnect with their bodies. I’m currently accepting new clients. You can learn more through the link in our bio 💻

03/05/2026

Mindful eating is about bringing curiosity and awareness back to the eating experience. Instead of rushing through meals or eating on autopilot, it invites you to slow down, notice flavors and hunger cues, and reconnect with what your body is asking for.

It is not about rules or doing it perfectly. It is simply a way to build more awareness and ease around food.

Our practice is accepting new clients for virtual and in person sessions! ⁠
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If you are looking for guidance and a more balanced connection to eating, we are here. ⁠
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We can see clients in: AK, AZ, CO, CT, GA, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.

02/24/2026

Eating disorders do not have a single look.

They affect people of all body sizes, genders, ages, races, and backgrounds. Yet stigma and outdated stereotypes still shape who is believed, who receives a diagnosis, and who is able to access care.

Everyone deserves compassionate, inclusive support that takes their experience seriously without requiring them to fit a narrow image of what an eating disorder looks like.

This National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, we are focusing on expanding understanding, reducing harm, and advocating for care that meets people where they are.

02/16/2026

Staying nourished takes intention, especially in a culture that encourages us to push past our needs. Treating your body with respect often starts with meeting it where it is and giving it enough fuel.

As this week begins, take a moment to check in with yourself. How can you treat your body with a little more kindness and respect this week?

02/14/2026

It’s finally here 🎧 The Why Did I Just Eat That? audiobook is officially out today and now available on Amazon! A meaningful self love gift to yourself this Valentine’s Day.

Narrated by me, this is a compassionate, science backed listen for anyone ready to better understand emotional eating, let go of food rules, and build a more peaceful relationship with food.

Designed to support you wherever you are, whether that’s on a walk, in the car, or during a quiet moment at home. I hope you find it helpful!

https://www.amazon.com/Why-Did-Just-Eat-That/dp/1636982093

02/12/2026

In today’s video, I break down the difference between emotional eating and emotion triggered eating.

Emotional eating is normal. We eat to celebrate, connect, and mark meaningful moments. That’s part of being human!

Emotion triggered eating is different. It’s when food becomes the primary way to manage emotions, often leading to shame and a repeating cycle. Understanding the difference matters.
�If you are looking for guidance and compassionate care around food and body concerns, we are here to support you.

We can see clients virtually in: AK, AZ, CO, CT, GA, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

02/11/2026

Restricting after overeating may feel logical, but it actually keeps the cycle going. ⁠
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When the body experiences restriction, whether physical or mental, it learns that food is unreliable. That leads to stronger cravings, preoccupation with food, and episodes that feel out of control.⁠
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This isn’t a willpower issue. It’s a biological response to scarcity.⁠
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Healing the cycle means responding to overeating with nourishment, consistency, and curiosity, not punishment.⁠
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👋 I’m Suzy Duffy, a registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor in NYC. Ihelp people step away from food rules and build a more peaceful relationship with eating, in person and virtually.

02/09/2026

If you’re using a GLP-1 medication, you may notice changes in appetite, digestion, energy levels, or how you feel about your body.⁠
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Join Nutrition Therapist and Social Worker Lisa Ellis and Registered Dietitian Suzanne Duffy for an 8-week virtual support group offering expert guidance, connection, and practical support as you navigate those changes.⁠
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Starting Mondays from 12 to 1 pm | Spring 2026⁠
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8 sessions $400 | Sliding scale and payment options available⁠
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Interested in signing up?⁠
Email lisa@integratingnutrition.com or suzanne@integratingnutrition.com

02/08/2026

Happy Super Bowl Sunday 🏈
�Food, friends, and football belong together. Bringing a little curiosity to how food tastes and how your body feels can help you stay connected to the experience.

Who are you rooting for Patriots or Seahawks? Enjoy the game!

08/24/2025