nutrition coaching for eating disorder recovery, women's health, and holistic change.
Compassionate Nutrition Care That's good for you.
Here's a little secret: Nutrition does not have to be complicated.. The key is SUPPORT. And I've got plenty of that for you.
but what if we could make it simpler?
You feel anxious around social events that involve food, TikTok is telling you a million "right" ways to be healthy, your mood shifts every time you look in the mirror, and you're feeling completely overwhelmed. You're craving support with your nutrition concerns, but you don't know where to look, what to change, or who to trust.
Food feels stressful.
self-care looks good on you.
Goode Nutrition is a nutrition coaching counseling practice in the Sacramento area, providing compassionate, relational dietitian support for adults, teens, and families. Melissa specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, intuitive eating, women's health and non-diet support for chronic medical conditions. Goode Nutrition offers both in-person and virtual services across multiple states, using client-centered, collaborative approaches to foster food freedom, body trust, and sustainable change.
About Goode Nutrition
Services include:
- One-on-one nutrition counseling sessions (90 minute initial session; 50-60 minutes follow-up sessions) starting weekly or biweekly. In person or virtual sessions available.
- Family support sessions (if applicable)
- Coordination of care with additional health care team members (ex: therapist, psychiatrist, primary care provider, treatment center, personal trainer, etc.)
Let's work together
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- Eating Disorders
- Disordered Eating
- Chronic Dieting
- Intuitive Eating
- Body Image
- Weight Concerns
- PCOS/PMOS
- Endometriosis
- Fertility and Prenatal care
- Digestive Issues
- Chronic Disease Management
- General wellness
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Embrace Therapy is a warm, client-centered mental health practice in Midtown Sacramento offering both in-person and virtual therapy. Their team supports individuals, couples, and families with challenges like anxiety, trauma, relationships, disordered eating, and body-image concerns. Embrace Therapy focuses on compassionate, personalized care and thoughtfully matches each person with a therapist whose approach fits their needs — making high-quality support accessible and welcoming. Goode Nutrition is proud to collaborate with Embrace Therapy, and we conveniently share office space to make integrated, supportive care even easier for clients.
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Choose the appointment type that feels like the best place to start, then pick a day and time that works for you. If you’re feeling unsure or would rather connect first, you can book a Discovery Call to see if we are a good fit.
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first step
We get the flow started! If you booked your initial session, you will be given access to my patient portal as well as the video link or address (if attending in person) for your session. The first session is about getting to know you, your health and nutrition history, and your goals.
If you booked a discovery call, I will call you to ask questions, share what nutrition support you are looking for, and see if working together feels like the right fit.
we connect during your nutrition assessment
second step
We continue to meet on a regular basis and talk about all of the things that are supportive to your healing/growth. Tools included in sessions often include coaching/counseling, mindfulness, food logging, meal planning/grocery support, and additional resources to support any challenges that come up. I view you as the pilot and I'm the co-pilot, supporting your nutrition journey!
explore, heal, repeat
Third step
Your friendly neighborhood dietitian that cares equally about chocolate chip cookies and fiber intake.
I know the food and body obsessed (diet culture) world out there can be overwhelming. And at the same time, I know the immense freedom that can come from improving your relationship with food and working to feel GOOD in your body. I’ve done the work myself and it’s an honor to support my clients in their own journeys.
Over the years, I have spent my entire education and career learning the research and listening to others lived experiences. I stand by the title of being a “life-long learner” and strive to continue to grow as a practitioner forever and ever. I practice using tools such as mindfulness, intuitive eating, and Health At Every Size® principles. My approach is rooted in providing compassionate, collaborative, autonomous care. There is no one-size-fits all approach to anything in life, including nutrition support. I am here to listen, meet you where you're at, and be your dietitian advocate.
Educational background:
MPH and dietetic internship at Northern Arizona University
BS Nutrition and Food, Emphasis in Dietetics at California State University, Sacramento
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"Melissa takes a caring, compassionate, and curious approach to eating disorder informed dietician sessions. She never made me feel judged or embarrassed. Melissa actively worked with my personal therapist to make sure I had a treatment plan that fit my health and therapeutic goals. She is a wonderful dietician that I cannot recommend enough. If you've been struggling with body image, food guilt, or anything diet related you should see Melissa."
-C.C.
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-C.S.
"Melissa is such a phenomenal human being that truly cares about her clients. I have several chronic illnesses that make nutrition very difficult to navigate. Melissa is the only dietician I know that has deep knowledge of these conditions. She was always incredibly knowledgable and helped empower me to utilize nutrition to support my overall health..."
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-anonymous
"I felt very loved and respected working with her, I was never pushed to be uncomfortable without thinking that I had the full support of Melissa, and I greatly value the time we spent working together!"
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-Heather
"Currently, I feel much better about how I view food and exercise and the impacts they have on my body. No longer calculating a cost/benefit analysis before I put something in my mouth."
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-Louise
"Melissa is a dietitian, yes, but she's not focused on what you're eating, tracking calories, or asking how often you eat your broccoli.
She's focused on the whole picture of your relationship with food, and what factors have contributed to that relationship. She creates a safe place to delve into current or past food rules, mantras, trends, and experiences, and gives you the tools to implement new habits in the future. The focus is on health and happiness, not rules and restrictions."
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-M.P.
"Melissa was incredible to work while recovering from my eating disorder. She's empathetic, knowledgeable, and truly cares. She helped me to both find recovery and taught me the tools to handle any future issues that may come up. I can't recommend her more!"
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-S.M.
"Melissa services had a profound impact on my mental health and overall mood. Her support and guidance have been extremely supportive and valuable for finding balance in day-to-day life through food."
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Bring on the questions!
An eating disorder is a serious mental illness that are diagnosed by various genetic, biological, environmental, and social factors. Disordered eating is a more broad term that describes irregular relationships with food, body, and exercise. If not taken seriously disordered eating can turn into a diagnosed eating disorder. Both terms warrant consistent, attentive care and treatment.
What's the difference between an eating disorder and disordered eating?
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I am currently a private-pay provider and do not bill insurance directly. I believe this allows me to provide individualized, client-centered care without being limited by insurance requirements. If you have out-of-network benefits, you may be able to submit a claim to your insurance company for reimbursement. I’m happy to provide a superbill and the information you need to check your out-of-network nutrition benefits. I also offer a limited number of reduced-rate appointments for clients who need more accessible options.
Do you take insurance?
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I serve the following areas in-person in California: Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Fair Oaks, Roseville, and Sacramento. I am able to see patients virtually in the following states: CA, AZ, CO, TX, NY, NJ, MI, CT, VA, AK.
What states can you see clients?
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Goode Nutrition offers both virtual and in-person appointments in Midtown Sacramento, CA. You’re welcome to choose whichever setting feels most supportive for you. Virtual sessions take place on a HIPAA-secure video platform, and all forms and scheduling are handled through my EHR.
Where do sessions take place?
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This question is tricky because everyone’s care looks different. The timeline of our work together varies based on where we're starting, what we're talking about, how often we can meet, and many other factors. While I can't provide an exact end-point, I do consistently check in with my clients to evaluate where they are at in the care journey. A very rough picture of working together may look like meeting every week to every other week for 3-12 months. Some will need longer, more continued support (which is perfectly okay!).
How long would we work together?
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Goode Nutrition works with teenagers 11+ and adults.
*For parents looking for support with their teenager, please note we highly recommend/encourage your participation in treatment/care for any nutrition concerns, but especially eating disorders/disordered eating. Parents may be encouraged to have their own calls with the RD and/or join calls with their child throughout the care process.*
What ages do you see?
Schedule with me below or send an email directly to me at melissa@melissagoodenutrition.com.
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2220 J St Suite 8, Sacramento, CA 95816
melissa@melissagoodenutrition.com
@goodenutrition
(916) 306-7979