New Approach Health / Meet your dietitian
Emahlea Wilcher
MPH, MS, RD, LD
Registered Dietitian & Nutrition Therapist
Founder & CEO of New Approach Health
Holistic, trauma-informed nutrition care with space for your experiences, your body, and your goals.
I help people explore their relationship with food and build practical ways to care for themselves. Together, we consider your eating patterns, stress, daily life, and the signals your body shares.
Virtual appointments. Eligibility and coverage depend on your state and plan. Zocdoc opens in a new tab.
Areas of focus
What I can help you with
Your relationship with food
Space to explore emotional eating, disordered eating patterns, food-related stress, and what satisfying nourishment looks like for you.
Explore eating supportStress and eating
Nutrition care that considers your experiences, stress responses, sense of safety, and the realities of everyday life.
Explore trauma-informed careBody awareness
Support exploring hunger, fullness, body respect, and practical ways to respond to your nutritional needs.
Learn about interoceptionMy approach to care
Your preferences and lived experience help guide our work. I bring curiosity, compassion, and a trauma-informed approach to understanding what you need.
We look at food alongside stress, sleep, movement, social support, and your relationship with your body. Together, we set meaningful goals and develop steps that fit your life.
Learn more about New Approach Health's Psychonutrition framework and our approach to holistic nutrition therapy.
What working together looks like
Your first appointment gives us time to talk about your health history, eating patterns, daily routines, and what brought you to care. You can share what has helped before and where you would like support.
We choose a manageable starting point together. Follow-up visits offer space to reflect, adjust strategies, and build on changes that are useful to you.
Education & professional background
- Master of Public Health in Nutrition, University of Washington, 2021
- Master of Science in Epidemiology, University of Washington, 2021
- Registered Dietitian since 2021, Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Founder & CEO of New Approach Health since 2024
Appointments & insurance
I am based in Nashville, Tennessee, and provide virtual nutrition care. Availability depends on your state and insurance plan. Appointments are booked through Zocdoc.
States I serve
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Use our insurance checker to explore your benefits. For help booking or confirming whether we can work together, contact our team.
A little about me
Outside of work, I enjoy going to the gym, traveling, spending time with my cat, trying new foods, and playing guitar. I completed my master's degrees in nutrition and epidemiology at the University of Washington in 2021 and now call Nashville home.
Questions before booking
How do I know whether you can see me in my state?
Contact our team with your state and preferred clinician. We can help you confirm availability and book through Zocdoc.
How can I check my insurance?
Start with our insurance checker. Coverage and costs depend on your specific plan and benefits.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring your questions, goals, and relevant information about your health history, medications, supplements, and previous nutrition care. Your booking confirmation will explain any required intake steps.
Your next step
Explore care with Emahlea
View appointment options or check your insurance benefits. Our team can help you confirm the right next step.
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