Cristen Benz, RDN, NY | Dietitian

About Cristen Benz

Cristen is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s degree in Nutrition and a certified health coach who runs a private nutrition counseling practice focused on individualized, evidence-based care. Her work helps clients improve gut health, sports performance, weight loss, women’s health, autoimmune conditions, and overall health by combining nutrition science with behavior change strategies. She emphasizes practical, sustainable approaches—moving clients away from rigid rules and diet culture—so they can understand not only what to eat, but why. Her counseling style is compassionate, research-driven, and tailored to each individual, with the goal of helping clients feel better in their bodies, improve performance and health outcomes, and build confidence in their food choices.

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Popular visit reasons

Auto-immune Disorder

Gassiness

Heart Health Consultation

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

New Patient Visit

Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation

Obesity Nutrition Consultation

Weight Loss Consultation

Auto-immune Disorder

Gassiness

Heart Health Consultation

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Education and background

Practice names

Berry Street

Board certifications

Commission on Dietetic Registration
Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)

Education and training

Colorado State University, Master's in Human Nutrition

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1528940517

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Cristen Benz?

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Is Cristen Benz accepting new patients?

Cristen Benz generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Cristen Benz's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Cristen Benz work with?

Cristen Benz works with Berry Street.

Which board certifications does Cristen Benz have?

Cristen Benz is certified by Commission on Dietetic Registration, Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration), and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration).

What are common reasons for patients to see Cristen Benz?

Cristen Benz frequently sees patients for Auto-immune Disorder, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, New Patient Visit, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Cristen Benz on their profile.