What Happens at Your First Appointment With a Dietitian?

If you've never seen a dietitian before, it's normal to wonder what you're walking into. Will you be handed a meal plan? Judged for what's in your fridge?

Here's what actually happens when you start with The Harvest Method.

It starts with an introduction

When you book through our website, your first step is a free introductory call with your dietitian. Think of it as a vibe check. You're starting a relationship, and that relationship is a big part of getting what you want out of your care. The call is a chance for both of you to make sure it's a good fit.

If it's a fit, she sets you up clinically

If the introductory call feels right for both of you, your dietitian will set you up clinically. That means: this sounds like it's going to work between us, and here's what I need from you to give you a proper assessment and personalized care. She'll introduce the assessment and ask you to fill it out. It covers your life and lifestyle, your food behaviors, and some medical history.

What she asks for depends on you

Beyond the assessment, she might ask for recent lab work, a food log, or other test results. There's no one-size-fits-all intake. She chooses what she needs based on your first conversation and where she thinks it makes sense to look. Someone with gut symptoms and someone working on their relationship with food will be asked for different things.

Before your first visit

If you're using insurance, our team runs a benefits check before your first visit, but it isn't a guarantee of coverage. It's your responsibility to know what your plan covers, so please also call your insurance yourself and get your own reference number. Here's how to do that.