Have you ever come across some older photos of yourself and thought something along the lines of: - “Wow, I looked so good here. If I could have this body again, I’d actually appreciate it this time.” - “I thought I was so large then. If I knew what I would look...
Amber Young, MS, RD, LDN
Amber graduated with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science from The University of North Carolina at Wilmington and a Master’s in Nutrition from Meredith College where she also completed her dietetic internship. As a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), Amber’s specialties include eating disorder recovery, intuitive eating, and management of health conditions through gentle nutrition. She has eating disorder treatment experience in partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient levels of care. She values continuing education and frequently pursues opportunities for advanced training in disordered eating and evidenced-based counseling techniques such as ACT, DBT, and CBT.
Amber practices a client-centered, non-diet approach through a weight-inclusive lens. Her goal is to provide a judgment-free collaborative space for individuals as they recover from disordered eating, cultivate a peaceful relationship with food, and tune into their inner intuitive eater. Outside of the office, Amber loves trying out new recipes, adding to her houseplant collection, and being outdoors with her husband and pup, Clementine!
Holiday Health Tips
The holidays are upon us and while gatherings with family and friends may look a little different for some of us this year, the stress and anxiety of eating during this time has remained the same for many. If you feel that it’s a challenge to honor your health in the...
Orthorexia: When Does Healthy Eating Become Too Much?
It’s no secret that eating a healthy diet is highly valued and emphasized in our society. Making gentle dietary modifications to assist in managing a chronic health condition or improve sports performance are just a few ways...