Why Join Behavioral Health Nutrition DPG?
BHN DPG connects members with evidence-based resources, interdisciplinary collaboration and practical tools to support clients across four practice areas.
Expert Resource Professionals
Networking & Community
Practice Tools & Case Studies
Leadership & Speaking Opportunities
Member-Exclusive Awards & Scholarships
See what our members have to say
"Being a part of BHN has not only expanded my professional growth, but it’s also reaffirmed my passion for advocating for weight-inclusive, compassionate and evidence-informed approaches to healing through food."
"BHN gives me community, connection, and the tools to do more meaningful work."
"The opportunities are endless, and the connections made are lifelong. It’s easy to put just a little bit of effort into being a part of this DPG knowing that I’ll get a ton of knowledge back in return."
Being part of BHN has given me a powerful sense of purpose, connection, and professional growth! Working alongside such passionate and dedicated members has pushed me to grow not just as a dietitian, but as a person.
Events
Product Spotlight
BHN in the kNOW Spring 2024
Despite the known prevalence of disordered eating for those with IDD, this article argues this wide-ranging problem has been discussed at length without a uniform treatment plan. The author proposes various options.
Recorded Webinar
Developing Eating Plans for Disordered Eating Clients
This webinar will clarify ways to appropriately calculate nutrition needs and translate needs into eating recommendations for clients with disordered eating. Different kinds of eating plans will be explained.
BHN DPG Highlights
Member Benefit
Speaker's Bureau
As both a community and member benefit, BHN connects local groups and organizations with DPG members, who serve as nutrition professionals for speaking engagements or presentations.
Awards, Scholarships and Grants
BHN Awards
BHN DPG is proud of its members and celebrates and recognizes their accomplishments each year at FNCE®.
Executive Leadership Team
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Haefele, MS, RDN, ACSM-CPT | Chair |
| Zenaida Velasco, RDN, MAP, FSCO | Chair-elect |
| Katharine Rug, MS, RD | Past Chair |
| Sarah Larimer | Secretary |
| Jasmine Hormati | Treasurer |
| Malarie Elizabeth Yellis, MSND, BS, RD | DPG HOD Delegate |
Membership questions? We're here to help
Our Member Service Center offers prompt support for questions on membership, benefits, products, services or any other dietetics-related topics. Call or email us for personalized assistance. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Central time).
Phone: 800-877-1600, Option 1
International Phone: +1-312-899-0040, Option 1
Email: DPGMIGrelations@eatright.org
International Phone: +1-312-899-0040, Option 1
Email: DPGMIGrelations@eatright.org
Our Products
Pocket Guide
Pocket Guide to Children with Special Health Care and Nutritional Needs, 2nd Ed.
This fully updated second edition addresses the nutrition care of children with special health care needs, including Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, cystic fibrosis, Prader-Willi syndrome, seizure disorders and more.
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Behavioral Health Nutrition DPG
Optimizing the physical and cognitive health of those we serve through nutrition education and behavioral health counseling.