What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Jill was so understanding and I didn't feel judged! She asked me about so many things that are important and I'm so happy she did because I wouldn't have thought to tell her. I'm so excited to work with her!”
More than 1 year ago
“Ms. Merkel made me feel comfortable to talk about my goals. We also created a plan to help me reach my goals.”
More than 1 year ago
About Jill Merkel
This provider is not licensed in the state of CT, MA, MD, NY, IN, OK, OR, PA, TN, WA, HI, MT, VT
I am an anti-diet, weight-inclusive Registered Dietitian specializing in body image, disordered eating, and sports nutrition. I've worked in a variety of settings including collegiate athletics, private sports performance, for a professional sports team, and private practice. I aim to help you find freedom from food rules and restriction and I help athletes and active individuals fuel their bodies without obsession.
I practice from a weight-neutral, HAES perspective, which means I believe all bodies are good and everyone deserves respect, care, and acceptance. You are the expert of you. I am here to support you and help you figure out what feels best for you, in your body. My anti-diet nutrition coaching incorporates Intuitive Eating principles and focuses on health-promoting behaviors, rather than weight outcomes.
I typically ask a lot of questions, offer support and encouragement, provide facts and SO MUCH MORE. One way to think about it is therapy focused on food, nutrition, and body. There are so many reasons why we choose the foods we do, behave the way we do, and engage in certain behaviors and not others. That's a LOT to unpack and cannot be done in a single session. It's important to develop a good rapport with me as your dietitian and that we are a good fit for one another, as you would a therapist. Oftentimes, I talk with my clients about things that seemingly have nothing to do with food or nutrition but it's all connected! Health is so much more than just what you eat and how much.
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Registered Dietitian (RD) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (Commission on Dietetic Registration)
Education and training
- University of Utah, Master's in Sports Nutrition
- University of Southern Indiana, (Bachelor's)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1538541602
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Ms. Merkel made me feel comfortable to talk about my goals. We also created a plan to help me reach my goals.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Ms. Merkel made me feel comfortable to talk about my goals. We also created a plan to help me reach my goals.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She was amazing answered all my questions and was patient with me and talked me through a lot of things
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Jill is approachable and gave me a lot of time to explain how things have been going on my end
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Attentive, listened, gave great suggestions, and answered my questions
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Jill gave me many ideas for improving my eating and exercise habits.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She helped me to understand things in a different light.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Jill is incredible, really patient and educational
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Attentiveness, follow up questions, kindness
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Jill was so understanding and I didn't feel judged! She asked me about so many things that are important and I'm so happy she did because I wouldn't have thought to tell her. I'm so excited to work with her!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Jill is a great listener! And responded well
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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Is Jill Merkel accepting new patients?
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What practice does Jill Merkel work with?
Jill Merkel works with Nourish 3.
Which board certifications does Jill Merkel have?
Jill Merkel 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 Jill Merkel?
Jill Merkel frequently sees patients for Eating Disorder, New Patient Visit, Obesity / Weight Loss Consultation, Type 2 Diabetes, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Jill Merkel on their profile.
What languages does Jill Merkel speak?
Jill Merkel speaks English.