Julie Freeman MA, RD, LDN

Julie Freeman Nutrition Services
Julie Freeman Nutrition Services
635 W De La Guerra St
Santa Barbara, CALIFORNIA 93101
US

"I believe we all have the innate power to create vitality in our lives. That is why I have dedicated my life to integrative medicine as a nutritionist and mental health professional. I have over 35 years’ experience helping women, men, children and corporate culture transform their lives. I support and assist my clients in times of transition and uncertainty, nurturing their innate ability to come back into balance in the areas of mind, body and spirit. I work with individuals and families who are looking at the root causes of their chronic illness or lack of wellness. I also expand upon this framework to work with groups and corporations, bringing this same heart-centered approach to health and wholeness within organizations. In addition to my practice, I have published two cookbooks in the Feel Great Look Great series: Balanced Eating for a Balanced Life and Sweets n' Treats and I am currently working on the third book focused on my own life’s journey of healing and transformation. I have appeared on national and cable television, written for various publications and been on faculty at major institutions. I have created and/or implemented corporate health programs, mindfulness-based stress management, conflict resolution training and cooking classes. While I was the director of Health Promotion at Adventist Health Systems in Stoneham MA, I facilitated the Service Excellence approach within the hospital environment, an initiative to focus all hospital employees on maintaining a courteous and invested attitude toward work and relationships. ‘Life-work’ is the term I use to refer to the blending of my life and career. There is really no beginning or end to either – they are part of one existence in my life. My personal daily life and relationships with others reflect my passion for total well-being and I bring this message to those challenged with balancing life, family, career and business. I partner with each client to create a personalized lifestyle plan taking into account their work and home situation, sleep and exercise patterns, and metabolic stressors. I also offer companies strategic solutions for health in their dining rooms and office environments. This blending and balancing of life and work became even more vital for me when I was diagnosed with a rare leukemia in 2012, followed by a diagnosis of Lyme disease in 2013. These pivotal events strengthened my desire to assist others in their own personal transformation through nutritional and life coaching, taking fear and insecurity out of the equation. I am the proud Mom of two daughters, Lindsay and Ashley. They bring joy, a sense of family and friendship as well. Lindsay’s husband, Scott, is also a very special member of the family and he calls me MJ (Mama Jules)! And I can’t forget Tammie, my 15 year old shih-poo. Tammie reminds me to lighten up and play and she always affirms the consistency of being faithful. Brief Resume Registered dietitian for over 35 years – RD, LDN Undergraduate training in the nutritional sciences Graduate training in counseling and human development – MA Post-graduate certification in Functional Medicine Sub-specialties in Eating Disorders, Diabetes, Functional Medicine Certificates in: Behavioral medicine from the Benson-Henry Mind-Body Institute Reiki I and II Functional Medicine RYT 200 hour yoga training Practice areas: General practice for all age groups Medical nutritional therapy for diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, weight management Mental health concerns – medication-nutrition interactions; eating disorders; neurotransmitter testing for imbalances; supplement options for patients preferring trial before or instead of medication; compulsive disorders; ADD and LD’s Food allergies and sensitivities – can order blood tests for food sensitivities Other services: Cooking classes Grocery store tours Education to schools and other groups Functional and genetic testing

Specialties

Media Skills, TV, Online, Print
Menu Planning
Public Speaking, Lecturing
Cancer/Oncology
Dieting
Community Nutrition
Cholesterol Management
Education, Teaching, Training
Drug-Nutrient Interactions
Healthy Eating
Weight Management
Bone Disorders
Autoimmune Diseases
Alternative Nutrition
Diabetes, Hypoglycemia
GI/Digestive Disorders
Celiac Disease, Gluten-Free Diets
Heart Disease
Food Allergies
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Public Health
Hypertension
Recipe Development
Childhood Obesity
Eating Disorders
Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements
Culinary Arts
General Nutrition, Wellness
Writing for Online and Print

Work History

Over 35 years in clinical, outpatient, diabetes and eating disorders clinics. Longstanding private practice addressing multiple nutritional, lifestyle, mental health concerns. Health promotion offered to companies, EAP representative, seminars and workshops as requested. College health and staff/academic education and support.

Education

BS, Foods and NUtrition, Framingham State University, MA MA, Counseling and Human Development, St. Marys University, MN

Focus Age

Nutrition Through The Lifecycle

Memberships

ADA, DIFM

Payment Methods

cash, check, credit card, HSA

Insurance Taken

none

Qualifications