Julia Klein

Dedicated health at every size dietitian with over 5 years of experience in the health and nutrition field.

Health at Every Size Dietitian, private counseling sessions, virtual, August 2022-present

• Conduct thorough assessments to understand each client's unique nutritional needs, eating behaviors, and medical history.
• Facilitate personalized, client-centered counseling sessions to help individuals break free from restrictive eating patterns and establish a harmonious relationship with food.
• Offer empathetic support and guidance throughout the intuitive eating process, fostering trust and rapport.
• Educate clients about the physiological and psychological aspects of their disordered eating.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing, to address disordered eating behaviors.
• Provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore body image concerns.
• Stay current with the latest research and developments in the field of eating disorders and nutrition therapy.

Clinical Dietitian, Eddy Senior Care PACE program, Schenectady NY, June 2023-present

• Conduct thorough assessments of PACE participants' nutritional status, dietary habits, medical history, and any existing dietary restrictions or health conditions.
• Develop personalized nutrition plans tailored to the specific health goals, dietary requirements, and medical conditions of each participant. 
• Provide counseling sessions to PACE participants and their families, offering education and guidance on proper nutrition, meal planning, and lifestyle modifications.
• Regularly monitor participants' progress. Adjust plans as needed, considering changes in health status and participant feedback.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers, to ensure seamless integration of nutrition care into the overall care plan of each participant.
• Identify participants at risk of malnutrition or other nutritional deficiencies and implement appropriate interventions to address these concerns.
• Stay current with the latest research and developments in nutrition and dietetics, ensuring that best practices are applied in the care of PACE participants.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all nutrition assessments, care plans, counseling sessions, and participant progress in electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Dietetic Intern, Russell Sage College, Troy NY, August 2022-May 2023

• Conducted assessments and diet history for newly admitted patients to ensure adequate needs are met, while taking into consideration dietary and cultural preferences
• Calculated tube feeds and TPN orders to provide nutrition support to patients unable to meet their nutrition needs with oral intake.
• Utilized advanced nutrition knowledge and counseling skills to educate and support patients on how to make food choices that align with their medical needs, preferences, and lifestyle.
• Successfully carried out the Nutrition Care Process with a variety of medical conditions including eating disorders, malnutrition, and dialysis patients 
• Created personalized nutrition plans and grocery boxes with nutrient-dense foods for patients with chronic diseases as part of a Food is Medicine program.
• Conducted a community needs assessment for the city of Albany, New York to understand the health of the community, identify inequities, and provide evidence-based recommendations for interventions aimed to address the identified needs of the community.
• Lead food service audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Nutrition Consultant, Capital District YMCA, Delmar NY, May 2019-August 2023

• Counsel clients using motivational interviewing techniques to develop individualized nutrition goals and action plans.
• Provide athletes with sport-specific nutrition counseling, education, and meal plans to help guide athletes to consume an appropriate balance of macronutrients, properly time their meals and snacks, implement nutrition supplements when appropriate, and attain body composition and performance goals.
• Design and deliver evidence-based presentations on nutrition topics to educate members in subjects including, sustainable health habits, sports nutrition, and more.
• Offered health at every size-informed nutrition therapy to young athletes with eating disorders
• Create infographics and educational materials to reinforce members’ learning of nutrition information.
• Provide guidance and advice to members working to implement positive behavior changes.
• Collaborated with personal trainers to develop holistic care plans that optimize performance, enhance recovery, and prevent injuries.

Wellness Coach, Capital District YMCA, Delmar NY, September 2016-August 2022

• Advised members on the use of gym equipment and helped them determine correct weight and resistance on machines.
• Coached members in support of their desired behavior change to assist them in meeting their personal and training program goal.
• Engaged with members from a variety of backgrounds to provide a friendly and encouraging environment for everyone in the wellness facility.
• Maintained a working knowledge of wellness and fitness trends to provide evidence-based information and support to members.
• Ensured organization and cleanliness of gym equipment and the wellness facility.

Bachelor of Science, Nutrition Science, December 2021

• Russell Sage College, Troy, NY
• Class Valedictorian
• GPA 4.0

Master of Science, Applied Nutrition, May 2024

• Russell Sage College, Troy, NY 
• GPA 3.9