Megan Hutchins

About Megan

Megan Hutchins, MPP-D, RDN, LDN, CEDS, is a Registered Dietitian specializing in eating disorders, intuitive eating, and medical nutrition therapy for diabetes. She works with adolescents and adults seeking a more peaceful and flexible relationship with food, as well as individuals navigating the complexities of chronic illness and blood-glucose management. Megan is known for her warm, collaborative style and her ability to translate complex nutrition concepts into clear, compassionate guidance.

Approach to care

Megan’s nutrition philosophy centers on rebuilding trust with your body through structure, curiosity, and kindness. Her work blends evidence-based practice with trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware strategies. She integrates exposure-based nutrition therapy, intuitive eating principles, sensory-focused interventions, and flexible meal planning to meet each patient where they are. Megan provides specialized support for patients with anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, binge eating disorder, chronic dieting, and those seeking intuitive eating work. She also offers individualized medical nutrition therapy for people with diabetes, helping them balance glucose stability with a flexible, sustainable approach to eating. Her care is rooted in reducing shame, honoring your lived experience, and creating a space where recovery feels possible and nourishing can become more intuitive, grounded, and values-aligned.

Your first session with Megan

Your first session with Megan is focused on getting to know you—your goals, your history with food and your body, and the patterns that shape your day-to-day experience. She approaches these conversations with curiosity and without judgment. During this session, you can expect: - A thorough nutrition and health history - Conversation about your current relationship with food, movement, and your body - Discussion of any medical concerns, including diabetes management if applicable - Exploration of your goals, values, and what success looks like for you - A collaborative plan for next steps, including structure, meal ideas, or early strategies to support your progress Megan’s goal is for you to leave feeling understood, supported, and clear about the direction of your care. She prioritizes creating a calm, safe environment where you can explore challenges openly and begin building a path toward a more peaceful relationship with food.

Education

Megan earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science from Middle Tennessee State University, establishing a strong foundation in clinical nutrition, food science, and human behavior. She then completed her Dietetic Internship and obtained her Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics from Iowa State University, where she trained across diverse clinical settings and deepened her focus on eating disorder care and medical nutrition therapy. Megan went on to earn her Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS) credential through IAEDP, demonstrating advanced expertise and rigorous clinical training in the treatment of eating disorders.

Hobbies

Crafting, Pickleball, Music, Traveling, Spending time with her dog

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