Testimonials //
“I felt heard and understood.”
Allison's warm and caring nature makes it so easy to talk to her about my eating habits and insecurities. Her knowledge and advice has truly helped me gain a better understanding of what I need to do on a daily basis to live a healthier and happier lifestyle in a realistic manner. Within the first hour of talking to Allison, I felt heard and understood. She set forth achievable goals that I felt excited to work towards. I highly recommend Allison without hesitation!
— R.E.
“I have become so much more aware and knowledgeable”
Ever since working with Mary Frances at Tepper Nutrition, I have become so much more aware and knowledgeable about how to help my body get the best nourishment. I've learned about my eating habits and how small, incremental changes can lead to big results. Now, no matter what situation I am in, and whether I am eating vegetables or cake, I make the right decisions for my body. It's a comfort to know that you don't have to give up any food or restrict yourself in order to get a healthier body."
— S.P.
“Helped me get to a place where I feel comfortable and capable”
“My experience with Tepper Nutrition was great. I had recently slid back into some restrictive eating behaviors, and Emma helped me get back on track. She took time to create a personalized plan for me and would explain the science behind her recommendations, which helped me realize the importance of meeting my nutritional needs. Emma was constructive, and kind, and really helped me get to a place where I feel comfortable and capable of meeting my needs independently.”
—E.B.
“She explained how the changes will impact my body for the better”
Meeting with Grace for a consultation about prenatal dietary needs made me feel so much more secure as my partner and I approach pregnancy. I feel so much more knowledgeable about the dietary needs of a pregnant mama and realistic goals for how to improve my nutrition for pregnancy. My favorite part about our consultations was how personalized Grace's goals were for me and my lifestyle. The goals we set together were very manageable and she explained how the changes will impact my body for the better. To top it off, Grace is just the sweetest, most down-to-Earth person and it was a delight working with her!
— J.M.
“Immeasurably helpful”
I’ve been working with Rachel for the last year on nutrition counseling and she has been an absolute joy to work with. She was immeasurably helpful during a confusing period. She helped me navigate a variety of dietary plans and lifestyle changes that lasted over a one year period. She provided timely and easy to understand guidance. I would recommend her without hesitation to friends colleagues and family members who might be seeking nutrition counseling.
— R. L.
“I’m very thankful for the positive outlook I have now”
I was feeling really lost and confused in the land of diet culture before I turned to Tepper Nutrition. My dietician, Grace, was super warm and approachable and created a safe space for me to talk through all my concerns and provided solid guidance. Her counseling helped me establish healthy habits and transform my relationship with food and body image. I just wish I had met her earlier in life! I’m very thankful for the positive outlook I have now thanks to our partnership.
— M.M.
“She had the ability to persuade me to change my ways”
Rachel is excellent as a nutritionist. She had the ability to persuade me to change my ways which is amazing. She also follows up with written advice which is very helpful. She doesn’t demand changes, rather she persuades her clients with helpful advice. I actually looked forward to my sessions with Rachel.
— K.B
“I felt more in power of my diet."
When I learned that I had celiac disease, I decided to meet with Allison to learn all about the new world of gluten-free. Allison did a fantastic job at instructing me on what kinds of foods I could eat and even led me on a walk through Whole Foods, pointing out which foods were safe and which to avoid. Afterwards not only did I feel more in power of my diet but I was eating healthier than ever! I would recommend Allison to anyone who is new to or needs help with their dietary problems.
— L.W.
“Food isn’t a source of guilt”
Working with Mary Frances has been life changing. I have had such a negative experience with my body image that greatly affected my relationship with food and Mary Frances has helped me break that down. Food isn't a source of guilt, a number on a scale does not increase or decrease my worth and how to redirect my thoughts to respect my body. She has given me tools that I need to begin to feel comfortable in my own skin and I am forever grateful!
— S.F.
“Kept me motivated”
Emma is fantastic- she builds rapport seamlessly, made me feel incredibly comfortable talking about something so hard, and kept me motivated even when it felt so difficult to keep going
— B.S.
“Allison helped me to shift my focus from a negative attitude towards food to a healthy, mindful way of thinking about what I put into my body."
“Key to improving my health”
My do-it-yourself approach was unsuccessful, which was why I reached out to Tepper Nutrition. Emma's knowledge, careful listening, and supportiveness was key to improving my health.
— S.W.
“Like meeting with an old friend”
My sessions with Grace were like meeting with an old friend. She patiently listened, encouraged me when I was second guessing myself, and pushed me just enough out of my comfort zone to help me realize what my obstacles were in my journey with a healthy relationship with food. Without her support, thoughtful care, and encouragement I never would have met my goals.
— E.D.
“A top-notch nutritionist”
Rachel is a top-notch nutritionist. Working with her to deal with my IBS and GERD issues was fun, easy, and really helpful. She is so knowledgeable and really cares about her patients' health. I looked forward to my sessions with Rachel and would work with her again.
-- R.J.
“We accomplished our goals as a family”
Grace’s approach was amazing because it involved our whole family. Parental consultation as well as direct sessions with our son ensured everyone was bought-in and we accomplished our goals as a family.
— B.B.
"With expertise and understanding"
Mary Frances strives to help her clients achieve realistic, achievable, whole-of-life nutrition objectives and she does it without judgment and with expertise and understanding. I highly recommend her!
—C.M.
"Truly cares for her clients"
Emma is not only a highly competent nutritionist and dietitian, but is also kind and compassionate and truly cares for her clients. This made all the difference for me when she provided nutritional guidance while I was pregnant. I learned so much from her about proper eating schedules and how nutritional needs vary in pregnancy. Thank you, Emma!
“Helped me regain my confidence”
Working with Rachel has greatly reduced my stress and anxiety around food, diet culture, and body insecurity. When I first met with Rachel I felt overwhelmed and unhappy with my relationship with food… I was binge eating and felt powerless. Rachel has helped me regain my confidence and helped me to love my body again. Thank you, Rachel!
— E.K.
“I have the tools to make better plans and choices”
Grace made the whole process easy. Each recommendation was manageable and it never felt like I needed to completely change the way I eat. I now feel like I have the tools to make better plans and choices in the long term.
— R.L.
“A more positive relationship with food.”
I wasn't over weight, but I definitely wasn't taking care of my body, physically or emotionally. I was super stressed and I'd use food to take my mind off of my problems. I was finding comfort in food rather than finding a real solution. Allison helped me to find a more positive relationship with food, and we figured out alternative ways to deal with my stress when I wanted to reach for a candy bar, instead.
— L.M.
“I feel more capable and confident”
I started with Tepper Nutrition because I was feeling stuck in my nutrition/hydration habits, had low energy for my athletic goals, and felt pushed that medication was the only option in managing PCOS related symptoms. Working with Emma has been wonderful! She is very personable and created an individualized plan that was specific and attainable with my work schedule and athletic goals. I never felt like I had to give up certain foods, but she worked with me in how to make more well-rounded choices. I feel more capable and confident in how to fuel my body for daily needs and sport related goals. Wish I had come to Tepper Nutrition sooner!!
— E.M.
“I was able to overcome my anxiety around food”
When I first met Grace I was in a terrible place with my health, but after working with her I was able to overcome my anxiety around food and regain my confidence. Grace is very kindhearted and worked with me to set manageable goals and develop a healthy mindset around my body. The way I see myself and my IBS has changed for the better and I have Grace to thank for that!
— J.L.M.
“I feel really good going forward”
I really enjoyed my discussions with Mary Frances. Not only was she very kind and clearly interested in helping me but she was very knowledgeable and really listened to my needs. I feel really good going forward now that she's given me so much guidance.
— C.B.
"I've never been happier"
Allison helped me overcome many emotional and disordered eating patterns during my sophomore year of college, and learn what health really is about. I'm now in my senior year of college, and have found my happy, healthy place. I've lost 25 pounds and eat carbs and dessert every day and Allison helped me set my life back on the right path. She was one of the driving forces in a complete change in my life. As soon as my sophomore year ended, I went into the summer applying everything she taught me, and my life was completely transformed for the better. I've never been happier.
— J.D.
"Bettered my quality of life"
Grace has really bettered my quality of life. I walk around more freely and comfortably thanks to her support and guidance. She worked with me at every step of the process, providing me with enough structure to make a change and enough support to feel comfortable doing so. She is an extremely calming presence, but she can also emphasize with exactly how I am feeling. I mean it when I say that she has changed my life, and I know that she can for other people too.
— M.D.
"I feel well equipped"
I highly value the time I spent working with Rachel. She is knowledgeable, encouraging and understanding. She was timely in answering questions I had between sessions. I feel well equipped to manage my auto immune diseases more effectively after working with her.
—B.G.
"Just what I needed and wanted"
When I first was diagnosed with Celiac Disease I knew I couldn’t rely on the internet for answers. I wanted a professional to guide me. Emma was not only that professional but she also had personal experience with the subject. Just what I needed and wanted. Emma provided professional clinical insight well balanced with her personal experience. After the first session, I knew I had someone to turn for my questions, fears and anxiety. I didn’t know what I didn’t know. But Emma did.
— M.R.
"I have NEVER felt so healthy!"
I loved working with Allison. My nutrition has been touch and go over the years, but as I entered a new phase of life I really wanted to shift to eating more mindfully. Allison has been supportive, thoughtful and encouraging - while still challenging me to examine my thinking. I have NEVER felt so healthy!
— E.C
"I feel like I’m her only patient"
Grace cares about her clients. When conversing with her, I feel like I’m her only patient. She tailors my plan specifically to my wants and needs. If I slip up, Grace does not apply negativity but allows me to accept what I consider slip ups and move forward with positivity! You just have to be honest with her so you can get the help you need. Thank you Grace for everything!!
"Very helpful on my health journey"
Rachel was delightful to work with. She was friendly, kind, and listened well. Her observations made me reflect and she offered great advice. Working with her was a great experience and was very helpful on my health journey.
— A.L.
"I never felt judged"
I would 10/10 recommend Grace to anyone who wanted a supportive, friendly, dietitian. I was extremely intimidated to start seeing a dietitian due to fear of being judged. Grace completely evaporated those fears within our first meeting. She was willing to work with my crazy schedule & it was never "well this is what you have to do", it was always "how can we make this work for you, what modifications would help you to achieve your goals". I never felt judged by Grace and that was my biggest fear. I was able to open up to her & be honest, which helped tremendously. I will be so grateful to Grace for helping me understand & create a better relationship with food & my body.
— L.F.
"I’m very happy"
I'm very happy how Emma guided me, and supported me, through the low fodmap protocol while providing a meal plan outline that worked with my plant based diet. Thanks much!
— T.H.
"I finally understood what was causing my issues"
“I really enjoyed working with Grace from Tepper Nutrition. The entire process was easy, our meetings were informative and she provided me with actionable steps to take control of my health. I finally understood what was causing my issues and how to help resolve them. Grace was very kind and understanding throughout our meetings and I would absolutely recommend Tepper Nutrition to friends and family.”
— R.O.
"I have a positive outlook on food and my life around food"
When I started working with Rachel I was in desperate need of help. I was in recovery from SIBO and eating a very limited FODMAP diet. Even before having SIBO, my diet was limited by several food sensitivities and my mental outlook was one of restriction as I had a past eating disorder in my teens. Rachel gave me a very approachable plan and encouraged me in ways I will be forever grateful for. She met me where I was and provided a bridge to get me to where I am today. Today, my diet is expansive, my energy is incredible, my skin and hair are as healthy as ever, and most importantly, I have a positive outlook on food and my life around food. Rachel's approach is gentle, but firm. She pushed me to open my mind, diet, and approach to my body and food. I will forever be grateful to her!
— B.O.
“Helped me achieve my goals towards recovery”
Working with Grace was great! She really helped me achieve my goals towards recovery and I could not have done it without her.
— A.S.
“I learned so much about myself”
Grace was knowledgeable, realistic, approachable, and encouraging. I learned so much about myself and the choices that I could reasonably expect to explore - practical things that make for success in improving my diet and adjusting my habits.
— E. R.
“I was able to start implementing goals immediately”
Let me just say, this is my first time working with a nutritionist and I didn't know what to expect. Rachel and I hit it off from my first visit. She made me feel very comfortable. It was like she read my mind where food was concerned. I was able to start implementing goals immediately after my very first visit...and they worked and were simple and made total sense. I initially decided to seek help where food was concerned because I knew the yo-yo dieting wasn’t the healthiest thing, and there was too much conflicting information out there on the web. I'm not one to ever give up. Rachel is an amazing breath of fresh air and part of what I call my "self-care team". Thank you so much Rachel and Tepper Nutrition for opening my eyes to sustainable and healthy nutritional habits.
— A.S.
“Showed me how to balance meals”
Loved working with Emma as she showed me how to balance meals for health sake.
“Personalized guide to navigating diet culture”
Working with Grace was such a great way to have an objective and personalized guide to navigating diet culture and the intuitive eating process. I'd recommend to anyone who is trying to figure out how to make actionable changes in their own specific life - not just blindly follow health advice from the internet.
— J.D.
“Provided the space I needed to explore my emotions around food”
Working with Emma was refreshing and provided the space I needed to explore my emotions around food. I got support and knowledge to help me move forward and begin eating intuitively.
“We accomplished my goals”
I only have good things to say about Grace! She is very knowledgeable and quick to respond. She provides great suggestions as well as encouragement. We had a clear plan of what we were working on together and I felt like we accomplished my goals in a timeline that worked for me.
— M.G.