Nutrition counseling plays a critical role in helping individuals make informed, sustainable dietary changes. This book introduces core techniques such as motivational interviewing, goal setting, active listening, and behavior change models. It explores how to build rapport, assess readiness for change, and tailor interventions to clients’ preferences and challenges. Emphasis is placed on developing empathetic, client-centered communication skills that support long-term dietary adherence. Practical examples illustrate effective counseling across different health conditions and settings.
Jade Carver is a licensed dietitian and health educator known for her contributions to motivational interviewing and personalized nutrition counseling. Her clinical and academic work highlights the importance of communication skills, behavioral psychology, and cultural sensitivity in dietary guidance. She has developed training modules and counseling frameworks used in both private practice and public health programs. Her research covers client adherence, goal-setting strategies, and counseling outcomes in diverse demographic groups. She remains actively involved in practitioner training and patient-centered care models.