Hi, I’m Emily — A Dietitian Helping You Heal Your Relationship with Food
I’m a Registered Dietitian (RD) and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) based in Dallas, Texas. I specialize in helping teens, college students, and adults move from food stress and guilt toward peace, flexibility, and confidence with eating.
Why I Do This Work
So often, I hear: “I just want a better relationship with food. I want to be able to go out to dinner and spend time with friends and family without worrying so much.”
For many, that desire to feel “normal” around food isn’t really about rules or nutrition—it’s about connection, experience, and memories. What I love most about my work is seeing clients rediscover food not only as fuel, but also as a source of joy and belonging.
My Journey & Experience
Before opening Emily Baum Nutrition, I worked at Children’s Health Eating Disorder Facility, Eating Recovery Center, and later built and directed the nutrition program at a Dallas eating disorder treatment center.
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients at every stage of recovery—from the very first step of reaching out for help, to maintaining long-term peace and freedom with food.
My Philosophy & Values
My work is rooted in:
A non-diet, intuitive eating approach
Trauma-informed care that respects the whole person
Equity-centered practice — every body is worthy of nourishment and care
Helping clients discover the value of food beyond nutrition: connection, enjoyment, and quality of life
What This Means for You
Clients I work with often describe feeling:
Less anxious or guilty around meals
More confident navigating food choices without second-guessing
Better able to enjoy social experiences without food stress
Feeling more comfortable in their body and experiencing improvements in overall health
Ready to spend less energy thinking about food and more energy living life
A Little About Me
When I’m not in session, you’ll usually find me walking my pup around Dallas, baking in the kitchen, exploring new food spots around town, tending to my garden, or spending time with my nieces and nephews. Just like I encourage my clients, I try to make food part of the joy of life—not a source of stress.
Work With Me
I offer in-person sessions in Dallas and virtual appointments across Texas. If any part of my story or approach resonates with you, I’d love to connect.
Licenses, Education, and Specialties
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Registered Dietitian (RD)
Licensed Dietitian (LD)
Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS)
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Education
Master of Science in Nutrition from Texas Woman’s University
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from the University of Texas at Austin
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Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating
Including, but not limited to, Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), Other Specified Feeding & Eating Disorder (OSFED)
Teenagers & Adults
Intuitive Eating
Body Image
Non-Diet Approach