About Vanessa
Vanessa Pitney, MS, RD
Vanessa Pitney is a Registered Dietitian practicing in the Northern Sacramento Valley of California. She specializes in working with individuals with eating disorders and their families. She is a weight-inclusive, Health at Every Size dietitian, and uses a non-diet approach to promote positive eating behaviors and a positive relationship with food. Vanessa has a strong passion for assisting her clients in discovering their own inner wisdom. She works with them to establish health-promoting behaviors that fit into their lifestyle and support the body they have. Vanessa believes that caring for the whole person and providing compassionate, individualized care is a key to recovery and wellness.
Credentials/Training
Masters of Science in Nutritional Science with Distinction- CSU, Chico 2009
Dietetic Registration 2010
MB-EAT (mindfulness-based eating awareness training): 2021
FBT (Family Based Treatment)
Career History and Education
Services
Cohesive And Thorough Care
Vanessa is diligent in collaborating with other members of the healthcare team to ensure that her clients receive cohesive and thorough care.
Intake Sessions
Vanessa offers initial intake sessions that are 60-75 minutes in length and include a discovery call, as well as collaboration with other members of the healthcare team.
Follow-up Sessions
Vanessa offers a few different options for follow-up sessions varying in length from 30 to 60 minutes. This offers flexibility and individualization for each client and their specific needs. Family support and education sessions with the client’s consent are also available.