Dylan Allanson

About Dylan

Hi, I'm Dylan. I'm a Registered Dietitian with a Masters in Public Health, based in Charlottesville, Virginia. I have six years of experience across research and academia, community health, and early childcare education nutrition. Outside of work, I love fly fishing, reading cookbooks, running/being outside and spending time with my wife, 4 month old son and two dogs. I also navigate life with type 1 diabetes, and that experience informs how I support clients in fueling for exercise and everyday health without chasing fad diets.

Approach to care

My care philosophy is built on partnership, not prescription. I combine evidence-based science with a warm, nonjudgmental approach to create plans that fit your life. We'll set clear, doable steps and keep you accountable in a kind way. I practice with a Health At Every Size mindset, focusing on behaviors and nourishment rather than a number on the scale. I see you as a whole person and consider activity, sleep, stress, and your relationship with food. My aim is education so you can make informed choices for lasting, sustainable change.

Your first session with Dylan

Our first appointment is all about you. We’ll review your medical history and learn about your daily routines, meals, and goals. It’s a low pressure, collaborative conversation, not a test. You don’t need to have everything figured out yet; just show up as you are. We’ll discuss what’s been working, what hasn’t, and what you want to achieve in the short term. By the end, we’ll have 1 or 2 realistic goals and a clear path for your next steps.

Location

📍 Charlottesville, Virginia

Education

Master of Public Health, Virginia Tech

Hobbies

Fly fishing ~ reading cookbooks ~ Running/working out

Licenses and Certifications