Read Tepper Nutritions Testimonials From Nutritionist and Dietitian Clients
“Working with Allison has completely changed my mindset and approach to healthy & balanced living. I've learned what works for me, focus on my strength and health, and no longer feel guilty enjoying the foods I love. I highly recommend Allison - her approach in bringing out the best you will benefit everyone.”
"Made a huge difference in my life"
Allison is a special person that made a huge difference in my life. She was instrumental in helping me find happiness with food and my body. She's extremely knowledgeable while also being supportive. I can't recommend her enough!
— S.S.
“She saved my life”
Allison is caring, knowledgeable and professional. She saved my life! If you are having gut issues, make an appointment today - don’t wait and continue suffering. Allison can help you.
— B.N.
“Food isn’t a source of guilt”
Working with Mary Frances has been life changing. I have had such a negative experience with my body image that greatly affected my relationship with food and Mary Frances has helped me break that down. Food isn't a source of guilt, a number on a scale does not increase or decrease my worth and how to redirect my thoughts to respect my body. She has given me tools that I need to begin to feel comfortable in my own skin and I am forever grateful!
— S.F.
“I have become so much more aware and knowledgeable”
Ever since working with Mary Frances at Tepper Nutrition, I have become so much more aware and knowledgeable about how to help my body get the best nourishment. I've learned about my eating habits and how small, incremental changes can lead to big results. Now, no matter what situation I am in, and whether I am eating vegetables or cake, I make the right decisions for my body. It's a comfort to know that you don't have to give up any food or restrict yourself in order to get a healthier body."
— S.P.
“Helped me return to the person I used to know”
Grace helped me return to the person I used to know and grow further away from the disorder that tried to take my life. She gave me hope and joy when I felt scared and provided a plan when I wasn't sure how to move forward. I felt encouraged and supported in every session, and I would not have made it to where I am today without the support of Grace.
—L.F.
"Bettered my quality of life"
Grace has really bettered my quality of life. I walk around more freely and comfortably thanks to her support and guidance. She worked with me at every step of the process, providing me with enough structure to make a change and enough support to feel comfortable doing so. She is an extremely calming presence, but she can also emphasize with exactly how I am feeling. I mean it when I say that she has changed my life, and I know that she can for other people too.
— M.D.
“Helped me feel less lonely”
Emma met me where I was at in my eating disorder recovery. She let me take it at my pace and we creatively worked on implementing tools to help me fuel well. As I was healing, she supported me as I resumed working toward my running goals and was able to bring in her expertise with sports nutrition to our time together. She reviewed information with me until I felt comfortable with it. She really helped me feel less lonely at my lowest points in my recovery and celebrated the high points.
—M. L.
"Just what I needed and wanted"
When I first was diagnosed with Celiac Disease I knew I couldn’t rely on the internet for answers. I wanted a professional to guide me. Emma was not only that professional but she also had personal experience with the subject. Just what I needed and wanted. Emma provided professional clinical insight well balanced with her personal experience. After the first session, I knew I had someone to turn for my questions, fears and anxiety. I didn’t know what I didn’t know. But Emma did.
— M.R.
“I was able to start implementing goals immediately”
Let me just say, this is my first time working with a nutritionist and I didn't know what to expect. Rachel and I hit it off from my first visit. She made me feel very comfortable. It was like she read my mind where food was concerned. I was able to start implementing goals immediately after my very first visit...and they worked and were simple and made total sense. I initially decided to seek help where food was concerned because I knew the yo-yo dieting wasn’t the healthiest thing, and there was too much conflicting information out there on the web. I'm not one to ever give up. Rachel is an amazing breath of fresh air and part of what I call my "self-care team". Thank you so much Rachel and Tepper Nutrition for opening my eyes to sustainable and healthy nutritional habits.
— A.S.
"I have a positive outlook on food and my life around food"
When I started working with Rachel I was in desperate need of help. I was in recovery from SIBO and eating a very limited FODMAP diet. Even before having SIBO, my diet was limited by several food sensitivities and my mental outlook was one of restriction as I had a past eating disorder in my teens. Rachel gave me a very approachable plan and encouraged me in ways I will be forever grateful for. She met me where I was and provided a bridge to get me to where I am today. Today, my diet is expansive, my energy is incredible, my skin and hair are as healthy as ever, and most importantly, I have a positive outlook on food and my life around food. Rachel's approach is gentle, but firm. She pushed me to open my mind, diet, and approach to my body and food. I will forever be grateful to her!
— B.O.
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“Allison helped me to shift my focus from a negative attitude towards food to a healthy, mindful way of thinking about what I put into my body."
“Kept me motivated”
Emma is fantastic- she builds rapport seamlessly, made me feel incredibly comfortable talking about something so hard, and kept me motivated even when it felt so difficult to keep going
— B.S.
“I felt more in power of my diet."
When I learned that I had celiac disease, I decided to meet with Allison to learn all about the new world of gluten-free. Allison did a fantastic job at instructing me on what kinds of foods I could eat and even led me on a walk through Whole Foods, pointing out which foods were safe and which to avoid. Afterwards not only did I feel more in power of my diet but I was eating healthier than ever! I would recommend Allison to anyone who is new to or needs help with their dietary problems.
— L.W.
“She had the ability to persuade me to change my ways”
Rachel is excellent as a nutritionist. She had the ability to persuade me to change my ways which is amazing. She also follows up with written advice which is very helpful. She doesn’t demand changes, rather she persuades her clients with helpful advice. I actually looked forward to my sessions with Rachel.
— K.B
“I’m very thankful for the positive outlook I have now”
I was feeling really lost and confused in the land of diet culture before I turned to Tepper Nutrition. My dietician, Grace, was super warm and approachable and created a safe space for me to talk through all my concerns and provided solid guidance. Her counseling helped me establish healthy habits and transform my relationship with food and body image. I just wish I had met her earlier in life! I’m very thankful for the positive outlook I have now thanks to our partnership.
— M.M.
Immeasurably helpful”
I’ve been working with Rachel for the last year on nutrition counseling and she has been an absolute joy to work with. She was immeasurably helpful during a confusing period. She helped me navigate a variety of dietary plans and lifestyle changes that lasted over a one year period. She provided timely and easy to understand guidance. I would recommend her without hesitation to friends colleagues and family members who might be seeking nutrition counseling.
— R. L.
“She explained how the changes will impact my body for the better”
Meeting with Grace for a consultation about prenatal dietary needs made me feel so much more secure as my partner and I approach pregnancy. I feel so much more knowledgeable about the dietary needs of a pregnant mama and realistic goals for how to improve my nutrition for pregnancy. My favorite part about our consultations was how personalized Grace's goals were for me and my lifestyle. The goals we set together were very manageable and she explained how the changes will impact my body for the better. To top it off, Grace is just the sweetest, most down-to-Earth person and it was a delight working with her!
— J.M.
“Helped me get to a place where I feel comfortable and capable”
“My experience with Tepper Nutrition was great. I had recently slid back into some restrictive eating behaviors, and Emma helped me get back on track. She took time to create a personalized plan for me and would explain the science behind her recommendations, which helped me realize the importance of meeting my nutritional needs. Emma was constructive, and kind, and really helped me get to a place where I feel comfortable and capable of meeting my needs independently.”
—E.B.
“I felt heard and understood.”
Allison's warm and caring nature makes it so easy to talk to her about my eating habits and insecurities. Her knowledge and advice has truly helped me gain a better understanding of what I need to do on a daily basis to live a healthier and happier lifestyle in a realistic manner. Within the first hour of talking to Allison, I felt heard and understood. She set forth achievable goals that I felt excited to work towards. I highly recommend Allison without hesitation!
— R.E.
“Key to improving my health”
My do-it-yourself approach was unsuccessful, which was why I reached out to Tepper Nutrition. Emma's knowledge, careful listening, and supportiveness was key to improving my health.
— S.W.
“Like meeting with an old friend”
My sessions with Grace were like meeting with an old friend. She patiently listened, encouraged me when I was second guessing myself, and pushed me just enough out of my comfort zone to help me realize what my obstacles were in my journey with a healthy relationship with food. Without her support, thoughtful care, and encouragement I never would have met my goals.
— E.D.
“A top-notch nutritionist”
Rachel is a top-notch nutritionist. Working with her to deal with my IBS and GERD issues was fun, easy, and really helpful. She is so knowledgeable and really cares about her patients' health. I looked forward to my sessions with Rachel and would work with her again.
-- R.J.
“We accomplished our goals as a family”
Grace’s approach was amazing because it involved our whole family. Parental consultation as well as direct sessions with our son ensured everyone was bought-in and we accomplished our goals as a family.
— B.B.
"With expertise and understanding"
Mary Frances strives to help her clients achieve realistic, achievable, whole-of-life nutrition objectives and she does it without judgment and with expertise and understanding. I highly recommend her!
—C.M.
"Truly cares for her clients"
Emma is not only a highly competent nutritionist and dietitian, but is also kind and compassionate and truly cares for her clients. This made all the difference for me when she provided nutritional guidance while I was pregnant. I learned so much from her about proper eating schedules and how nutritional needs vary in pregnancy. Thank you, Emma!
"Innovative and sensible approach"
Tepper Nutrition takes an innovative and sensible approach to dietary considerations without denying ourselves! Allison is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with!
—M.P.
“Helped me regain my confidence”
Working with Rachel has greatly reduced my stress and anxiety around food, diet culture, and body insecurity. When I first met with Rachel I felt overwhelmed and unhappy with my relationship with food… I was binge eating and felt powerless. Rachel has helped me regain my confidence and helped me to love my body again. Thank you, Rachel!
— E.K.
“I have the tools to make better plans and choices”
Grace made the whole process easy. Each recommendation was manageable and it never felt like I needed to completely change the way I eat. I now feel like I have the tools to make better plans and choices in the long term.
— R.L.
“A more positive relationship with food.”
I wasn't over weight, but I definitely wasn't taking care of my body, physically or emotionally. I was super stressed and I'd use food to take my mind off of my problems. I was finding comfort in food rather than finding a real solution. Allison helped me to find a more positive relationship with food, and we figured out alternative ways to deal with my stress when I wanted to reach for a candy bar, instead.
— L.M.
“I feel more capable and confident”
I started with Tepper Nutrition because I was feeling stuck in my nutrition/hydration habits, had low energy for my athletic goals, and felt pushed that medication was the only option in managing PCOS related symptoms. Working with Emma has been wonderful! She is very personable and created an individualized plan that was specific and attainable with my work schedule and athletic goals. I never felt like I had to give up certain foods, but she worked with me in how to make more well-rounded choices. I feel more capable and confident in how to fuel my body for daily needs and sport related goals. Wish I had come to Tepper Nutrition sooner!!
— E.M.
“I was able to overcome my anxiety around food”
When I first met Grace I was in a terrible place with my health, but after working with her I was able to overcome my anxiety around food and regain my confidence. Grace is very kindhearted and worked with me to set manageable goals and develop a healthy mindset around my body. The way I see myself and my IBS has changed for the better and I have Grace to thank for that!
— J.L.M.
“I feel really good going forward”
I really enjoyed my discussions with Mary Frances. Not only was she very kind and clearly interested in helping me but she was very knowledgeable and really listened to my needs. I feel really good going forward now that she's given me so much guidance.
— C.B.
“I highly recommend this practice”
Emma and the Tepper team were so wonderful and helpful. My initial call was with Allison and she was friendly and extremely helpful in setting me up with the person she felt could best handle my situation. I then met with Emma who was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in trying to find the best way to help me find a new normal. Both of these ladies were very compassionate. I highly recommend this practice.
— C.F.
"I've never been happier"
Allison helped me overcome many emotional and disordered eating patterns during my sophomore year of college, and learn what health really is about. I'm now in my senior year of college, and have found my happy, healthy place. I've lost 25 pounds and eat carbs and dessert every day and Allison helped me set my life back on the right path. She was one of the driving forces in a complete change in my life. As soon as my sophomore year ended, I went into the summer applying everything she taught me, and my life was completely transformed for the better. I've never been happier.
— J.D.
"I feel well equipped"
I highly value the time I spent working with Rachel. She is knowledgeable, encouraging and understanding. She was timely in answering questions I had between sessions. I feel well equipped to manage my auto immune diseases more effectively after working with her.
—B.G.
"Positive changes to my physical and my mental health"
At the ripe age of 67 I found myself dealing with the lingering effects of an accident induced traumatic brain injury and including weight gain that affected my overall health. I knew I needed assistance understanding food and nutrition as I got older so I reached out to Tepper seeking counseling as opposed to a straight-up diet plan. I have not been disappointed. My counselor, Grace, has been a joy to work with. She is a terrific listener with a keen grasp of her profession, and asks great questions that have sparked quite a few conversations. She has helped me to not only understand my food options but to also ask questions of food providers when making meal decisions. I have achieved a much better understanding of food choices and have had positive changes to my physical and my mental health in the months we have worked together. I cannot say enough about the approach Tepper takes to assist patients like me and would recommend them to anyone seeking to make positive changes to their health.
—N.W.
"I have NEVER felt so healthy!"
I loved working with Allison. My nutrition has been touch and go over the years, but as I entered a new phase of life I really wanted to shift to eating more mindfully. Allison has been supportive, thoughtful and encouraging - while still challenging me to examine my thinking. I have NEVER felt so healthy!
— E.C
"I feel like I’m her only patient"
Grace cares about her clients. When conversing with her, I feel like I’m her only patient. She tailors my plan specifically to my wants and needs. If I slip up, Grace does not apply negativity but allows me to accept what I consider slip ups and move forward with positivity! You just have to be honest with her so you can get the help you need. Thank you Grace for everything!!
"Very helpful on my health journey"
Rachel was delightful to work with. She was friendly, kind, and listened well. Her observations made me reflect and she offered great advice. Working with her was a great experience and was very helpful on my health journey.
— A.L.
"Great sense of compassion"
Food issues can leave with a feeling of vulnerability, since a lot of times these issues are stigmatized as well as misunderstood by so many. When you come to a dietician, it's important that they listen and understand the issues of the individual with a great sense of compassion without trying to push any supplements or packaged food items on the client. Working with Emma is always a pleasure, since I know she is listening and she will also give me a different perspective on what might be going on with my food journey.
— H.S.
"I never felt judged"
I would 10/10 recommend Grace to anyone who wanted a supportive, friendly, dietitian. I was extremely intimidated to start seeing a dietitian due to fear of being judged. Grace completely evaporated those fears within our first meeting. She was willing to work with my crazy schedule & it was never "well this is what you have to do", it was always "how can we make this work for you, what modifications would help you to achieve your goals". I never felt judged by Grace and that was my biggest fear. I was able to open up to her & be honest, which helped tremendously. I will be so grateful to Grace for helping me understand & create a better relationship with food & my body.
— L.F.
"I’m very happy"
I'm very happy how Emma guided me, and supported me, through the low fodmap protocol while providing a meal plan outline that worked with my plant based diet. Thanks much!
— T.H.
"I finally understood what was causing my issues"
“I really enjoyed working with Grace from Tepper Nutrition. The entire process was easy, our meetings were informative and she provided me with actionable steps to take control of my health. I finally understood what was causing my issues and how to help resolve them. Grace was very kind and understanding throughout our meetings and I would absolutely recommend Tepper Nutrition to friends and family.”
— R.O.
“Helped me achieve my goals towards recovery”
Working with Grace was great! She really helped me achieve my goals towards recovery and I could not have done it without her.
— A.S.
“Knows exactly how to steer us”
We love Allison's guidance and experience. She always knows exactly how to steer us in our crazy life when it comes to nutrition and healthy habits. Thank you so much for always being an easy phone call and zoom appointment away.
— J.W.
“Reshaped the way I think about my eating habits”
I cannot speak highly enough about Emma. In the past year that I have worked with her, she has reshaped the way I think about my eating habits, my health, and myself. Emma is exceedingly supportive, helpful, and knowledgeable. I found myself learning so much during our sessions, both about nutrition broadly but also about myself given Emma's kind and encouraging opportunities for self reflection.
— M.Q.
“I learned so much about myself”
Grace was knowledgeable, realistic, approachable, and encouraging. I learned so much about myself and the choices that I could reasonably expect to explore - practical things that make for success in improving my diet and adjusting my habits.
— E. R.
“Showed me how to balance meals”
Loved working with Emma as she showed me how to balance meals for health sake.
“Caring, knowledgeable and professional”
Allison and the team are caring, knowledgeable and professional. They give valuable tools to help you build a healthy relationship with food.
— V.O.
“Personalized guide to navigating diet culture”
Working with Grace was such a great way to have an objective and personalized guide to navigating diet culture and the intuitive eating process. I'd recommend to anyone who is trying to figure out how to make actionable changes in their own specific life - not just blindly follow health advice from the internet.
— J.D.
“Provided the space I needed to explore my emotions around food”
Working with Emma was refreshing and provided the space I needed to explore my emotions around food. I got support and knowledge to help me move forward and begin eating intuitively.
“We accomplished my goals”
I only have good things to say about Grace! She is very knowledgeable and quick to respond. She provides great suggestions as well as encouragement. We had a clear plan of what we were working on together and I felt like we accomplished my goals in a timeline that worked for me.
— M.G.
“Excellent, personalized advice”
I had a fantastic experience with Allison at Tepper Nutrition. My son is a soccer athlete, and Allison provided excellent, personalized advice that was perfect for his needs. She took the time to understand his goals and dietary preferences, creating a nutrition plan that was easy to follow and focused on enhancing his performance. Allison's knowledge and passion for sports nutrition were evident, and she made us feel comfortable and confident in the choices we were making. I highly recommend Tepper Nutrition and Allison to anyone looking to improve their nutrition, especially for athletic performance!
—V.P.
“Our daughter deeply enjoyed their sessions”
Grace was wonderful, supportive, patient and kind with our daughter. She is extremely approachable, which is not always an easy feat with teenage girls. She sets forth clear and realistic expectations and is an excellent communicator with all stakeholders. For us, Grace also was able to be flexible in navigating challenging schedules and our daughter deeply enjoyed their sessions.
—L.B.
“My only regret is that I didn't contact Tepper Nutrition sooner”
Sometimes small nuggets of information can lead to big changes. That's what I experienced in working with Emma. In my case, there were several changes in my diet that Emma suggested that led to a positive difference in my gastro-health. For example, drink more water! Eat more of a certain kind of fruit. But in order to get to the relevant "nuggets," I needed to provide key information. In other words, I needed to share pretty personal information. If it weren't for the fact that I felt comfortable with Emma, I don't think it would have the same outcome. In short, the combination of her science background and her non-judgmental, normalizing approach contributed to a successful outcome. It's a science and an art! Emma has both. My only regret is that I didn't contact Tepper Nutrition sooner.
“Helped my daughter conquer her eating disorder”
Grace was fantastic with my teenage daughter! Grace helped my daughter conquer her eating disorder! Grace was friendly, flexible, approachable, and easy to talk to for my daughter who did NOT want to see a dietician at first. My daughter quickly came to love working with Grace.
—N.K.
“Group of dietitians that I trust 100%”
I love referring to Tepper Nutrition! As an eating disorder therapist, this is a group of dietitians that I trust 100%- and not just for eating disorder treatment but also for improving anyones relationship with food or managing medical issues that come up that can benefit from education around food. I especially love their passion for intuitive eating!
Dylan Beckner, Beckner Counseling
“Prepared to address my goals and questions”
I had never consulted w nutritionist before but found Emma very prepared to address my goals and questions. A very open and relaxed sharing of information and advice… no pressure- no judgment.
“Explained to me in a way that made sense”
Allison and her team are amazing! This place was recommended to me by several people I trust which gave me confidence in working with them. Approach was personalized and explained to me in a way that made sense to me vs cookie cutter information that can be found online. Highly recommend!
— A.G.