Susan Moore, M.S., R.D.
For over 30 years as a dietitian and Certified LEAP (Lifestyle Eating and Performance) therapist, Susan has helped clients adopt healthier eating habits and lifestyles. In addition to her private practice, Susan has led behavioral therapy groups, including weekly cognitive-behavioral groups for patients at George Washington University Weight Management Program. She also served as a behavioral program leader at the Institute of Health Maintenance and co-led the Women’s Bulimia Group in Tampa, Florida.
Susan is an inspired health educator, having written curricula and taught nutrition-related classes to small and large groups. Her clients include those suffering with chronic pain, depression, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Although her experience as a dietitian and lifestyle coach is broad, Susan specializes in treating individuals with the following conditions:
- Food and Chemical Sensitivities
- Weight Management
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Migraines
- Disordered Eating
- Celiac Disease
Prior to joining the Kaplan Center, Susan served on the Board of Directors for the Washington Society for the Study of Eating Disorders and Obesity. She has also served on the American Dietetic Association’s Legislative and Public Policy Committee and the Virginia Dietetic Association’s State Policy Representative. She remains an active member of both organizations.
Susan holds a Bachelor of Science in Clinical and Community Nutrition from the University of Florida and a Master of Science in Adult Education from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). In addition to her work at the Kaplan Center, Susan also serves as the Site Director for the Virginia Tech Dietetic Internship Program in Northern Virginia.
In Susan’s words: "Proper nutrition and healthy eating habits must be integrated into your daily routine if you are seeking optimal health. This is true for everyone, but it is particularly important for patients suffering with any type of chronic pain or illness. I believe that a nutritious, well-balanced diet and regular exercise are the building blocks upon which the body can begin to heal itself. Although most people would agree with me, many still aren’t where they want to be with food and exercise!
"Some individuals struggle with autoimmune conditions, food allergies and food sensitivities that make healthy eating challenging. Others develop emotional or even moral issues around food that make sticking to a food and exercise program difficult. Often, clients have started so many different diets and lost and gained weight so many times that they now feel discouraged. And I’ve also seen many, intelligent and well-informed clients who are just plain confused by the ever-changing information about what foods are or are not good for us.
"Like everything else in life, it’s easier to ’get it right’ if you’ve got accurate information and emotional support -- and that’s what I try to offer to my clients."
Susan recommends the following resources for anyone suffering with food or chemical sensitivities:
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