~About Me
Kaitlyn Franklin
Registered Clinical Counsellor and
Registered Dietitian
Registered Dietitian
As a Registered Dietitian, Kaitlyn aims to focus her career on improving a person’s relationship with food and their body by offering evidence-based treatment models that guide a person towards a healthier lifestyle as they learn to appreciate all foods without restrictions.
Academically, in 2019 Kaitlyn achieved her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition with Honours and completed her post graduate dietetic internship through Acadia University. Over the past five years she has been working within different health authorities as an eating disorders dietitian and in a private practice setting as a Registered Dietitian.
Kaitlyn's background as a Registered Dietitian provides her with distinctive insight into the human body's functions and the intricate ways food supports health. She holds specialized experience in areas such as eating disorders, emotional eating, gut health, sports nutrition, and neurodivergent care, among other comprehensive nutritional supports.
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Kaitlyn's experience as a Registered Dietitian provided her with valuable insight into the intricate relationship between mental and physical health. Driven by this understanding, she completed a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with Honours through Yorkville University in 2024.
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Over the past year, Kaitlyn's clinical counselling practice has centered on cultivating a safe space for clients to explore their relationship with food and body image. Grounded in the belief that eating should foster joy and satisfaction rather than guilt or anxiety, Kaitlyn employs a person-centered approach to meet individuals where they are, providing dedicated support throughout their wellness journey.
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Although Kaitlyn specializes in concerns related to body image and an individual's relationship with food, her practice encompasses a wider spectrum of support. She also assists clients with anxiety disorders, navigating life transitions, grief & loss, enhancing self-esteem, establishing boundaries, and various other presenting concerns.