VIRTUAL IBD NUTRITION THERAPY & COUNSELING

IBD NUTRITION GUIDANCE, SUPPORT AND EDUCATION FROM A DIETITIAN WHO GETS IT.

ARE YOU FEELING...

Confused about where to begin between the medical diets and the assortment of forums?
You’re in the right place. Under-supported by your current care team?
I’ll help you advocate for the higher-quality care that you deserve. Frustrated by the lack of experience with your diagnosis amongst nutritionists?
I feel ya! None of that here! Tired of convincing yourself that you’re not exhausted and sad by your limited diet?
Let’s explore that together… Worried about how your disease might affect your nutrition?
Here to help! Feeling like your nutrition-related concerns are being brushed aside?
BEEN there! Like you just KNOW there's a nutrition-related hang-up that's making fatigue harder?
I can support you. Curious about what’s down the road for you with IBD?
Let’s get the nutrition piece figured out together. Exhausted trying to figure out what’s real for you in all the IBD nutrition-noise?
I can help! Looking for a place where your nutrition needs are no longer ignored?
Let's talk. Like you need to think about nutrition for the longhaul with IBD?
Let me help you. Hopeful to find expert-support with your medical diet
You’ve found it…

EMPOWERMENT THROUGH IBD NUTRITION THERAPY

ONE-ON-ONE GUIDANCE: NOT JUST ANOTHER TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENT

I invite you to re-think telehealth, and consider me your contract dietitian-for-hire. I’m here to walk with you, even between appointments, to support you as you build useful skills and confidence in your nutrition; not to triage a problem and send you on your way. No quick-fixes or band-aids.

You’ll leave with solutions and decision-making skills unique to your life for your IBD!

NUTRITION EDUCATION FOR YOU

You want the latest, greatest practices in IBD nutrition research? You got it! I aim to give each patient a snapshot of what nutrition care looks like through the spectrum of IBD: from active disease to thriving in remission and all the in-between. We talk through it all. 

SAFE SUPPLEMENTATION

I aim for a food-first approach, making sure that your diet is nutritionally optimized to promote both anti-inflammation while supporting your symptoms for a better quality of life. Since supplements are sometimes needed for IBD, I teach you how to advocate for nutrition-related lab draws from your established GI care team: which ones, and how often to request them. Then, I go as in-depth as you’d like once we get your lab results, and I recommend safe supplements based on data. I never, ever profit off of patients’ nutritional deficiencies by partnering with supplement companies, so you can feel at ease knowing that your best interest is my primary motivation. 

Bowl of healthy food as an example of what IBD counseling recipes look like

GO FROM FEELING...

Feeling frustrated by IBD? Tired of hearing that your neighbor’s cousin’s dog was cured by another restrictive diet? Fatigued from anemia? Incessantly reading research and unsure how to apply it? Frustrated by new medication?

TO LEARNING HOW TO...

Navigate your nutrition no matter what curveball IBD throws. Expand your diet, in a way that’s safe for you. Advocate for your nutrition-related labs BEFORE anemia forces you to take a nap. Feel confident in your eating pattern that are both reflective of the latest research AND supporting you with IBD. Assured that you’re supporting yourself nutritionally alongside your new medication.

HOW I WORK WITH MY PATIENTS

  • Let's start with a 30-minute complimentary discovery session so we can meet!As much as you’re comfortable sharing about your nutrition-related hurdles and what your IBD journey has looked like, I’m here for it all. Then, I’ll highlight different solutions and services that I can provide that would most benefit you, so you can make a choice on what feels right for you. If I feel like another dietitian would be a stronger fit for you, I’ll recommend them during this conversation as well, so you can move forward making the best, most informed decision for your care.

  • Once you decide you’d like to move forward with working together, you’ll receive an invite to a virtual HIPAA-protected portal where we'll schedule a 60-minute initial, thorough nutrition assessment. I might ask for more data points, like what your life looks like through food, so I can tailor recommendations to fit seamlessly into your life. Based on your unique disease location, severity, and anatomy, we’ll likely need nutrition-related labs from your GI team. Every part of onboarding (yes, even the boring forms) helps me craft a clear path forward for you.

  • Based on your initial assessment, I'll outline a nutrition strategy for you, and we'll set goals together based on how you’d like to see nutrition care help you. Then, I’ll get to work behind the scenes, crafting nutrition solutions that are individualized for YOU, and I’ll help you out in-between sessions via chat so that you’re getting the most from our time together. Nutrition care is an art and a science, and I have found that people who are collaborative also feel supported and are successful in achieving their nutrition-related goals. I’m with you every step of the way!

  • You’ll leave my care with a custom and thoughtfully-curated nutrition road-map that covers the bases of all that we discussed together, which you can reference as a manual at any point in your unique disease journey to help guide you. At the conclusion of our time, you will have a firmer understanding of your nutrition solutions in your body, in the context of your IBD. More specifically, you’ll:

    • know what contributes to your symptoms and what doesn’t

    • have your own resources tailored to your needs

    • understand how to nourish yourself along the spectrum of IBD

    • be able to make choices that are best for you, even eating outside of your own home

    • feel confident expanding your diet to support anti-inflammation from a place of safety

Stacey Collins Nutrition | Nutrition Counseling for Irritable Bowel Diseases

IBD NUTRITION COUNSELING SERVICES

SUPPORTING IBD PATIENTS IN EVERY STAGE.

ESSENTIAL IBD NUTRITION

Maybe you’ve tried some nutrition hacks for your symptoms, and you’ve got the handle on some IBD basics, but you just need to know what’s real, and you feel like maybe you’re not getting the most from your GI care team: let’s separate nutrition fact from fiction, and let’s make it applicable for you in the context of your life. Allow me to come alongside you for 3 months and help you implement nutrition strategies that can make your life bigger (not smaller) with IBD in a way that’s practical, sustainable, and supportive for your body through personalized nutrition. Plus, I’ll give you some useful skills to become a solid advocate within your existing GI care team..

    • 3 months of HIPAA-protected one-on-one nutrition counseling, which includes 6.0 hours total minutes of face-to-face time.

    • You’re welcome to split sessions into 30-minute increments for follow-ups (but we cover a lot of information in the first session, so let’s keep that one the whole hour!)

    • Consistent, unlimited access to secure chat communication for your questions, lab reviews, or care coordination (within 2 business days for a reply)

    • A summary of your visits with complementary resources

    • Communication with your care team as needed

    • You’ll leave with a customized nutrition roadmap…it’s so much more than a meal plan. There’s nothing like it, and it’s truly tailor made for you. You can come back to it for years to come, no matter what IBD looks like.

COMPREHENSIVE IBD NUTRITION

If you’re searching for one-to-one nutrition guidance where I can offer you high-level, longterm support and walk you through impactful nutrition tools for IBD, this is your best bet. From active disease flaring to thriving away in remission, or anywhere in the grey area in-between, I can offer you impactful, practical nutrition strategies to improve your symptoms, support your health for the long-haul and help you accomplish what’s possible with IBD in the context of your body and lifestyle. Let me help your life get a little bigger, using evidence-based and practical nutrition solutions that you won’t find anywhere else.

    • 6 months of HIPAA-protected one-on-one nutrition support, which includes 8 total hours of face-to-face time

    • You’re welcome to split sessions into 30-minute increments for follow-ups (but we cover a lot of information in the first session, so let’s keep that one the whole hour!)

    • Consistent access to secure chat communication with your RD for your questions, lab reviews, or care coordination (within 2 business days for a reply)

    • Communication with your care team as needed

    • A summary of your visits with complementary resources

    • You’ll leave with an individualized nutrition manual that I create for you between sessions using the data we discover about your body coupled with my expertise. There’s nothing else like it, and it’s yours to keep at the end of our time together. You can use it for years to come, no matter what IBD looks like.

SURGICAL IBD NUTRITION

You train for marathons and intense physical events, so why would surgery be treated differently? If you’d like to know more about how to nutritionally prepare your body for surgery and the main event (healing!), while transitioning safely into a pattern of eating that supports and celebrates your quality of life after surgery and beyond, let’s talk!

I have extensive training and experience in nutrition for IBD surgeries: from diverting/permanent ostomy, to all 3 stages of j-pouch, to resections, I’m here to help you feel confident in eating safely and strategically with your new anatomy while keeping your strong for all the life that awaits after recovery and beyond.

    • 6 months of back-end nutrition support and communication for surgery, which includes 6 total hours of face-to-face time:

      • 1-2 hours of nutrition counseling prior to surgery

      • 4-6 hours of nutrition counseling after surgery, up to 6 months after surgery Medical nutrition supplementation delivered to you for pre-op and post-op

      • A customized nutrition manual with a clear path forward. You can bring this with you to the hospital, and it’ll serve you as you heal.

      • Secure chat communication for your questions, lab reviews, or care coordination between sessions (within 2 business days for a reply)

      • Custom meal recommendations to help you safely expand your diet after surgery

      • Communication with your care team as needed

      • A summary of your visits with complementary resources

TESTIMONIALS

TESTIMONIALS

Stacey approaches IBD nutrition with fact AND feeling, and I could not be more grateful for her. Stacey's expertise, guidance, and care gave me back a sense of peace that I did not know I was missing! With her support, I now feel that I have the knowledge to make decisions that support my body and my mind moving forward. Food is no longer the enemy, and I have rediscovered my love for cooking and trying next things thanks to Stacey. My symptoms have improved and my mental health is better- I feel more like myself again, and I owe so much of that to Stacey!

- Pan, B., Crohn's disease with new diagnosis of MAFLD

Stacey approaches IBD nutrition with fact AND feeling, and I could not be more grateful for her. Stacey's expertise, guidance, and care gave me back a sense of peace that I did not know I was missing! With her support, I now feel that I have the knowledge to make decisions that support my body and my mind moving forward. Food is no longer the enemy, and I have rediscovered my love for cooking and trying next things thanks to Stacey. My symptoms have improved and my mental health is better- I feel more like myself again, and I owe so much of that to Stacey!

- Pan, B., Crohn's disease with new diagnosis of MAFLD

I reached out to Stacey for support with fueling my body during all of the phases of IBD and expanding my diet past my very short list of "safe foods." I needed support navigating nutrition that supported my Crohn's diagnosis.
Stacey provided personal curated care specific to my needs and circumstances. She provided me with a custom guide to support my IBD journey from flares to remission to everything in between. Stacey provided me with the tools and resources to be successful and to feel empowered to continue my nutrition journey on my own. Stacey listened to everything I had to say and provided me with resources to support every single one of my concerns- food related or otherwise!

- Pan, B., (Crohn’s disease on biologic therapy)

Stacey is a brilliant educator who understands both the science and the lived experience. But more importantly, this [webinar] is an empowering tool for a population living with an illness that can often feel disempowering.

- Virtual webinar attendee

[Stacey has] specialized in this specific content and also has personal experience. [She is] very engaging and comfortable and positive and very good at making people feel ok with where they are in their experience…it was so enjoyable!

- Virtual webinar attendee

The nutrition plan and recipes that Stacey gives are super thorough and extremely helpful and beneficial. Also something that was very helpful to me was just her mindset and perspective that she shared around food during a flare up. I was pretty scared to eat a lot of food and she helped reintroduce a lot back into my diet that I now eat while still in a flare.

- Ise, B (moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis)

You will find Stacey is very helpful, compassionate and resourceful. She is full of knowledge and is there to support you. She wants to see you in health and succeed!

- Car, M. j-pouch (postoperative)

Stacey created a personalized plan for my dietary needs. She took my lab work and created a resource that is extremely helpful. I use this as a resource every week when I am meal planning or looking to add more foods back into my diet. It helped outline the benefits certain foods have verse others are not a great option for myself. She went above and beyond. I was expecting a virtual appointment and when she sent me a personalized plan I was blown away with her professionalism and resources she offered me.

- Car, M. new to j-pouch for ulcerative colitis

Stacey took the time to explain to me what was happening in my body, the types of foods I should be eating given the stage of my disease, and the foods I should be avoiding. I felt like I was able to make good choices for myself because I understood the science behind it. 

If you’re struggling with Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s, Stacey is a no-brainer. She’ll really LISTEN to your concerns and symptoms, and provide you with the knowledge, education, and support you need to see improvements. I have recommended her to several people already because I had such an amazing experience with her!

- Ker, C., ulcerative colitis

Her presentation helped me realize that I was not the only one that does not fully understand our healthcare system…and highlighted the fact how important it is to advocate.

- University Student, The University of Central Oklahoma

[One] thing I loved from her lecture was how she brought to our attention that we can advocate for ourselves and our loved ones by writing to our representatives and senators…tell our story, paint a picture of how a change in a bill would help our family…

- University Student, The University of Central Oklahoma

Working with Stacey has been a huge blessing during the most difficult time in my disease. The unique thing about Stacey is that she has experience with IBD, and so she doesn’t just talk at you like other dietitians. Her advice comes from a place of understanding and compassion. She will only give you information if it’s evidence-based, and she spends a lot of time staying up to date with new IBD research/trends. I always feel so comfortable talking to her because she brings her patient and RD expertise to every appointment. I highly recommend Stacey for any IBD patient, and especially if you’re in pre/post surgery.

- Cra, H., Crohn’s disease (perioperative)

Stacey is an incredible dietitian and human being. Her attuned, understanding stance combined with her training, knowledge base and evidence-informed guidance have altered the course of my disease-and life. She helped me develop a plan that allows me to eat so much more variety than I EVER thought possible, while having a plan to get back to basics when I experience symptoms. I did not believe it was possible at the onset of our work together that I could lead a relatively normal life with very minimal symptom interruption, but she kept the faith and tailored my plan to fit my disease and lifestyle. I could not recommend her highly enough to anyone experiencing IBD.

- Itt, C., microscopic colitis

I connected with Stacey a few months prior to my J-Pouch reconstruction surgery. My goal was to find nutritional support going into surgery and the months following. Stacey gave me that and so much more! From our first session, I felt 100% supported and knew she was 100% invested in me. I would recommend working with Stacey to anyone, no matter where they are in their IBD journey! The experience she has and knowledge in her field is truly unmatched. Working with Stacey has given me the confidence to try new foods and tools I know I will use the rest of my life – to live confidently with my J-Pouch! 

- Ker, S., j-pouch (perioperative)

Stacey had me get a full blood panel done when we started working together. She found immediately that I was iron deficient and provided an iron supplement recommendation. Having been in a bad UC flare for 8+ months, I was shocked that my doctors never tested for this. The iron supplement helped me increase my energy levels almost immediately…

I found Stacey’s knowledge of ulcerative colitis and how nutrition impacts ME given my disease to be the most beneficial part of working together. I’ve seen nutritionists and dietitians in the past who thought they could “cure” me with diet (spoiler: they didn’t). 

- Ker, C., ulcerative colitis

I think one of the most important things I got out of working with Stacey is my increase in confidence when trying food. I have been hesitant around food after having IBD for many years and had many food fears. She helped me to create a sense of safety around food and taught me how to add in new foods slowly to maintain this sense of safety. I have felt very proud as I’ve added 5+ new foods in just the short time working with her…

I also wish I had known about the benefits of working with Stacey before surgery. I struggled with malnutrition before surgery which created an added obstacle after surgery. I also feared that Stacey would suggest eliminating many foods or following a really restrictive plan like what was suggested to me by the hospital nutritionists. Stacey did the opposite of that! She encouraged me to add new things into my diet!

- Ede, D., j-pouch (postoperative)

ABOUT YOUR RDN

Hi, I’m Stacey!

I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), speaker, and educator helping people like you with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and other Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) find nutrition solutions that support your quality of life. I believe that solid nutrition is one that fits into YOUR life, and you won’t find that on a forum, on a handout, or on a laundry list of foods to avoid from an online self-help guru with your same diagnosis. And I believe that you deserve better.

Stacey Collins Nutrition | Nutrition Counseling for Irritable Bowel Diseases

frequently asked questions

FAQ’s

  • Unfortunately, I do not accept insurance, because they have a tendency to dictate how I can provide care. However, I’m happy to provide a Superbill for you at the conclusion of our time together for you to submit to your insurance provider- I have typically seen insurance companies reimburse 30-60% depending on the insurance company!

  • I am trained in both nutrition interventions and monitoring, which requires >1 session for best outcomes. For these reasons, I am unable to offer single sessions. Here are my different session offerings where you’ll learn more about what nutrition counseling looks like.

  • It’s your time that you’re paying for, and you know your body best. I respect that by allowing you to pick the schedule of follow-ups, or we can schedule them one-at-a-time. I aim to make our time together as simple as possible given the complexity of IBD.

  • This depends on what your body needs, and we will use data to figure that out together. I do recommend getting as much nutrition as possible from your diet though, and I’ll help ensure nutritional adequacy of your eating pattern! I will never, ever profit off of any supplements I recommend.

  • While research suggests that certain nutrition interventions can decrease inflammation, help mucosal healing, and improve quality of life, there is no cure. As a patient myself, I value honesty, and I’ll never make claims that are untrue. Nutrition isn’t the cause of IBD; it can’t be the cure.

  • While surgery doesn't always allow for an ideal timeline...ideally 30-60 days before your scheduled surgery is when we should plan your first nutrition assessment. This allows enough time for me to help you advocate for micronutrient repletion if it is needed and get your body READY to heal from surgery

  • There is no one right way: Send them directly to my website, encourage them to book a complimentary call with me to see if we’re a good fit, or have them contact me directly. All modes ensure we connect!