They also dig into why dietitian burnout and passive income pursuits are so often in direct conflict, and what to do when you want to build something new but don't have much left in the tank.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Assessing your capacity as a dietitian entrepreneur before starting a new income stream
• Why launching before you're ready beats waiting for perfection
• Treating your dietitian business like a scientific experiment rather than a personal failure
• Time-dependent income vs. scalable income structures for registered dietitians
• Email marketing as a more sustainable long-term system than social media for dietitians
• Social media scheduling tools for dietitian content creators, what works and what doesn't
• Why repeating your core message is a content strategy, not laziness
• Repurposing podcast, blog, and social media content to work smarter as a dietitian business owner
• Sustainable income ideas for dietitians including online courses, digital products, community memberships, workshops, retreats, Patreon, and Substack
• Why dietitian entrepreneurs should focus on one income stream before trying to build multiple

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Southern Running Collective

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Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc & @southernrunningcollective

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

They also get into the real reason so many dietitians are looking for supplemental income in the first place: a profession that requires an enormous breadth of knowledge and is still chronically underpaid.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Passive income vs. sustainable income for dietitians
• Dietitian salary and why RD pay remains a systemic problem
• Why common passive income strategies like affiliate marketing, Amazon storefronts, and brand partnerships often do not translate for clinicians
• The front-loaded work required to build any income stream
• Marketing for dietitians and why speaking your ideal client's language matters
• Finding your niche as a dietitian and why specificity leads to sustainability
• Visibility-based income and the burnout risk it carries
• The gap between dietetics education and the business skills needed to build additional income streams
• Building systems that reduce day-to-day labor over time

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Support a local bookstore: The Bookwyrm Bookstore

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Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian & @dietitian.wealth.accelerator

Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc & @southernrunningcollective

✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Bethany and Danielle are joined by Holly Larson: private practice dietitian, nutrition copywriter, and founder of the Dietitian Money Conference. Holly brings a refreshing, no-shame approach to talking about dietitian finances, entrepreneurship, and building a career that actually pays you what you're worth.

In this episode, we dig into why dietitians have been historically underpaid (spoiler: it traces back to a 1950s Medicare decision), how to approach salary negotiations without feeling like you're going to battle, and why salary transparency among dietitians is one of the most powerful tools our profession has.

We also get into the nitty-gritty of financial self-care for dietitians, income diversification, passive income myths, and how even small side hustles can offer serious tax benefits and creative freedom.

In this episode, you'll learn:

1. Why dietitians have been underpaid since the 1950s and what's being done about it
2. How to negotiate your salary (and total compensation package) with confidence
3. The key mindset shifts that make the transition from employee to entrepreneur more sustainable
4. How to find and use dietitian salary data (including the free database dieticiansalaries.com)
5. What "financial self-care" actually looks like for nutrition professionals
6. How to create passive income from resources you already have
7. Why raising your rates is an act of professional sustainability, not greed
8. The difference between your capability and your capacity (and why it matters)
9. How Holly's Blog Club helps dietitians build writing and SEO skills in community

Whether you're a new grad navigating your first job offer or an experienced RD looking to diversify your income, this conversation will leave you feeling more informed, empowered, and ready to advocate for your financial future.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dietitiansalaries.com

Creating a Copywriting Portfolio with No Experience

The RD Blog Club w/ Holly Larson

The Price of Underpricing Calculator: What is your current session rate costing you?

**Join Danielle & Abbey for the Flavored with Intention: Mindful Eating & Movement Retreat. More info available here **

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Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian & @dietitian.wealth.accelerator

Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc & @southernrunningcollective

✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Beryl brings over 10 years of corporate experience to her entrepreneurship journey, and her story is full of practical wisdom for any dietitian thinking about starting or growing a business. From landing her first client over a sushi dinner to building and accrediting her own dietetic internship program, Beryl has done the hard work and she is not shy about sharing what she learned along the way.

We dig into what corporate wellness actually looks like day to day, how Be Komplete adapted when the pandemic forced an almost entirely in-person business to go virtual, and what marketing strategies have actually moved the needle over more than a decade in business.

In this episode, you'll learn:

1. What corporate wellness is and how dietitians can break into it
2. How Beryl built a multidisciplinary team from the ground up
3. Why networking is still one of the most powerful business tools available
4. How Be Komplete pivoted during the pandemic and why virtual programming is now a core part of the business
5. What marketing strategies work (and why there is no single silver bullet)
6. The difference between building a wellness program from scratch versus supplementing an existing one
7. How to separate your personal identity from your business so you can make hard decisions more clearly
8. Why closing or pausing a business is sometimes the most strategic and courageous thing a founder can do
9. The tech tools Beryl relies on to keep operations running smoothly
10. Where the most exciting opportunities in dietitian entrepreneurship are headed

Whether you are a new dietitian curious about business or an established RD ready to think beyond the traditional path, this conversation is full of grounded, real-world insight.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

B. Komplete Wellness

The Price of Underpricing Calculator: Find out just how much your current session rate is costing you

**Join Danielle & Abbey for the Flavored with Intention: Mindful Eating & Movement Retreat. More info available here **

Stay Connected

📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod

Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian & @dietitian.wealth.accelerator

Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc & @southernrunningcollective

✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Amy Plano | The Reimbursement Dietitian

The Hiring Dietitian

What is keeping your session rate low really costing you? [Click here to find out]

**Join Danielle & Abbey for the Flavored with Intention: Mindful Eating & Movement Retreat. More info available here **

Stay Connected

📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod

Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian & @dietitian.wealth.accelerator

Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc & @southernrunningcollective

✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, we’re joined by our wonderful friend and colleague, Abbey Griffith, founder of Clarity Fitness — Georgia’s first eating disorder–informed, body-positive fitness studio.

Abbey shares her journey from eating disorder recovery to entrepreneurship, and how she built a values-driven gym that prioritizes safety, inclusivity, and collaboration with dietitians.

We discuss:

1. What eating disorder–informed fitness really means
2. How traditional gym culture can unintentionally harm clients
3. Why trainers must stay in their lane when it comes to nutrition
4. How dietitians and fitness professionals can collaborate ethically
5. The challenges of building a body-positive business in a weight-loss–obsessed industry
6. Setting boundaries with clients around food and weight talk
7. Lessons learned from opening a gym in 2020 (yes — right before COVID)

For dietitians working in eating disorder recovery, private practice, or weight-inclusive care, this conversation offers practical insight into interdisciplinary collaboration and how to build referral relationships that truly support clients.

If you’ve ever wondered how to partner well with fitness professionals — or what a safe gym space can look like for your clients — this episode will expand your perspective.

**Join Danielle & Abbey for the Flavored with Intention: Mindful Eating & Movement Retreat. More info available here **

Stay Connected

📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod

Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian & @dietitian.wealth.accelerator

Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc & @southernrunningcollective

✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, Bethany and Danielle are joined by Meaghan Ormsby, RD, founder of The Nutrition Travel Exchange — the first-ever travel exchange program created exclusively for dietitians. Through partnerships with luxury all-inclusive resorts, Meaghan has built a model that allows dietitians to deliver non-diet nutrition experiences in exchange for a discounted seven-night stay.

We talk about:

1. How Meaghan transitioned from private practice into building an innovative travel-based business
2. Why nutrition is missing from most resort wellness programming — and how dietitians can fill that gap
3. What it actually looks like to provide weight-inclusive, non-diet nutrition at luxury resorts
4. How she pitched the idea to resorts (without a blueprint)
5. The logistics of joining The Nutrition Travel Exchange
6. Why “wild” ideas in dietetics might be more viable than you think

This conversation is for dietitians who:

1. Want more flexibility in their career
2. Are curious about alternative career paths
3. Are building private practices and thinking bigger
4. Believe non-diet, weight-inclusive care belongs everywhere — even on vacation

If you’ve ever wondered what else is possible in dietetics, this episode will expand your perspective.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Nutrition Travel Exchange

If your current way of earning limits your options more than you’d like, this will clarify why. 👉 Take the Income Stress Test

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

1. 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
2. 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

1. Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
2. Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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2. 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, we’re joined by Alex Raymond, RD, founder of Courage to Nourish, to explore the realities of building a dietitian group private practice and how it differs from working solo. Alex shares how values like weight-inclusive care, clinical supervision, and work–life balance shaped the structure of her practice—and why those choices matter for both clinicians and clients.

We talk about:

1. Why many dietitians outgrow solo private practice
2. How group practice supervision supports clinical growth and sustainability
3. The role of niching in eating disorder private practice
4. Setting boundaries with clients and designing realistic caseloads
5. The transition from dietitian to practice owner and leader
6. What private practice owners often don’t understand until they’re running a team

This episode offers a clear, grounded look at group practice vs solo private practice, without hustle culture or oversimplified advice. It’s for dietitians who are curious about alternative private practice models, want stronger clinical support, or are questioning how to make private practice feel more sustainable long-term.

If you’re searching for insight into dietitian group practice, private practice sustainability, or what leadership actually looks like behind the scenes, this conversation will help you think more clearly about your options.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Courage to Nourish

If your current way of earning limits your options more than you’d like, this will clarify why. 👉 Take the Income Stress Test

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

1. 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
2. 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

1. Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
2. Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

1. ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
2. 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Bethany and Danielle are joined by Holly Larson: private practice dietitian, nutrition copywriter, and founder of the Dietitian Money Conference. Holly brings a refreshing, no-shame approach to talking about dietitian finances, entrepreneurship, and building a career that actually pays you what you're worth.

In this episode, we dig into why dietitians have been historically underpaid (spoiler: it traces back to a 1950s Medicare decision), how to approach salary negotiations without feeling like you're going to battle, and why salary transparency among dietitians is one of the most powerful tools our profession has.

We also get into the nitty-gritty of financial self-care for dietitians, income diversification, passive income myths, and how even small side hustles can offer serious tax benefits and creative freedom.

In this episode, you'll learn:

1. Why dietitians have been underpaid since the 1950s and what's being done about it
2. How to negotiate your salary (and total compensation package) with confidence
3. The key mindset shifts that make the transition from employee to entrepreneur more sustainable
4. How to find and use dietitian salary data (including the free database dieticiansalaries.com)
5. What "financial self-care" actually looks like for nutrition professionals
6. How to create passive income from resources you already have
7. Why raising your rates is an act of professional sustainability, not greed
8. The difference between your capability and your capacity (and why it matters)
9. How Holly's Blog Club helps dietitians build writing and SEO skills in community

Whether you're a new grad navigating your first job offer or an experienced RD looking to diversify your income, this conversation will leave you feeling more informed, empowered, and ready to advocate for your financial future.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dietitiansalaries.com

Creating a Copywriting Portfolio with No Experience

The RD Blog Club w/ Holly Larson

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

1. 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
2. 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

1. Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
2. Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

1. ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
2. 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, we’re joined by Beryl Krinsky, RD, founder of B. Komplete, a corporate wellness company that partners with organizations to support employee wellbeing through nutrition, mental health, movement, financial wellness, and more.

Beryl shares her path from a traditional dietetics education to over a decade of entrepreneurship — including how networking opened unexpected doors, what it actually takes to build and manage a multidisciplinary team, and how corporate wellness became a viable, scalable career path for dietitians.

We also talk candidly about:

1. What “a day in the life” really looks like as a business owner
2. The behind-the-scenes realities of growing a team
3. Marketing strategies that work without chasing trends
4. Why knowing when to pivot — or even close a chapter — is a sign of leadership, not failure
5. How dietitians can think more strategically about business-focused roles beyond private practice

This conversation is for dietitians who are competent, committed, and quietly questioning whether the traditional paths they were trained for are the only — or best — options.

If you’re curious about corporate wellness, entrepreneurship, or what it means to evolve your career with intention, this episode offers clarity without hype.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Is your dietitian income sustainable? [2-min quiz]

B. Komplete Wellness

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Stay Connected

1. 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
2. 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

1. Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
2. Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

1. ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
2. 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

If you’ve been feeling tired, unsure, or quietly wondering whether you’re doing this “right,” this conversation will help you name what’s happening, normalize the phase you’re in, and feel less alone as you keep moving forward.

This episode is for dietitians who are building something of their own and want reassurance, perspective, and a more compassionate view of what growth actually looks like.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Is your dietitian income sustainable? [2-min quiz]

Productivity Planner

Megan Sumrell

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Stay Connected

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Hosts

1. Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
2. Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

1. ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
2. 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Amy Plano | The Reimbursement Dietitian

The Hiring Dietitian

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Playing it safe might feel familiar — but it’s also the reason so many dietitians stay stuck, underpaid, and invisible in their careers. In this episode, we sit down with Dietitian Deanna to talk about the real, messy, imperfect steps that helped her grow a wildly successful business and online community.

Together, we explore the fears, risks, and mindset shifts behind being seen, taking up space, and doing things differently — even when it feels uncomfortable. This conversation is a permission slip for any dietitian who knows they’re meant for more but doesn’t know what the first step should be.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

@DietitianDeanna

Online Entrepreneurs Academy: START

Online Entrepreneurs Academy: SCALEHave a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Jennifer shares how her career evolved from solo practice to leading a team — and the messy, human lessons she learned along the way. Together, they unpack the mindset shifts that turn burnout into boundaries, self-doubt into strategy, and leadership into something that feels grounded, not chaotic.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Pursuing Private Practice | Business School

Pursuing Private Practice podcast

Instagram: @pursuing.private.practice

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Most dietitians don’t start a business because they love websites, SEO, or branding… but these are the things that often keep them stuck. In this episode, we sit down with Courtney Vickery, a weight-inclusive dietitian turned web designer, to break down the mindset, strategy, and simple systems behind creating an online presence that actually works for you. From understanding what branding really is to avoiding common website mistakes, Courtney shows you how to approach your business with more clarity, confidence, and ease.

Whether you're brand-new to private practice or ready to uplevel what you already have, this conversation will help you stop overthinking and start building the foundation your future business needs.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Courtney Vickery | Declet Designs

Wordpress.org

Pixilied

Breakdance

Bricks Builder

Josh Hall

Abi Connick

SEO Keyword search - Site Guru, UberSuggest, Answer The Public, Keywords Everywhere, Semrush, Ahrefs

AppSumo

Weight Inclusive Innovators

Jenna Kutcher

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Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Playing it safe might feel familiar — but it’s also the reason so many dietitians stay stuck, underpaid, and invisible in their careers. In this episode, we sit down with Dietitian Deanna to talk about the real, messy, imperfect steps that helped her grow a wildly successful business and online community.

Together, we explore the fears, risks, and mindset shifts behind being seen, taking up space, and doing things differently — even when it feels uncomfortable. This conversation is a permission slip for any dietitian who knows they’re meant for more but doesn’t know what the first step should be.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

@DietitianDeanna

Online Entrepreneurs Academy: START

Online Entrepreneurs Academy: SCALE

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc + @southernrunningcollective

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🎧 Listen now to start reimagining what’s possible for your career—no MBA required.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Resources mentioned this episode:

Dare to Lead | Values List (Brené Brown)

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Jennifer shares how her career evolved from solo practice to leading a team — and the messy, human lessons she learned along the way. Together, they unpack the mindset shifts that turn burnout into boundaries, self-doubt into strategy, and leadership into something that feels grounded, not chaotic.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Pursuing Private Practice | Business School

Pursuing Private Practice podcast

Instagram: @pursuing.private.practice

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They share the exact 5-step “starter kit” they wish they’d had when they began, helping you move from “I don’t know where to start” to “I know my next step.” This isn’t about spreadsheets or perfection — it’s about creating a simple roadmap that fits your life, your values, and your version of success.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

[FREE DOWNLOAD] Business Plan Starter Kit

[FREE DOWNLOAD] The Doable Private Practice Checklist

Brené Brown List of Values

Laura Schoenfeld | How to Consistently Attract and Enroll Premium Health Clients Every Week

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Listen if you’re ready to:

• Redefine success after job-hopping, burnout, and “what’s next?” seasons
• Learn how faking it till you make it—ethically—builds confidence and opportunity
• Build community and mentorship that actually move your career forward
• Turn vulnerability into leadership when you get called in or make mistakes
• Protect your peace by evolving, delegating, and letting something go

Resources mentioned in this episode:

EDRD Pro

LinkedIn Learning

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Tax ID (Employer Identification Number)

NPI

Find Your Taxonomy Code

CAQH

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🏃 Ready to run Savannah this November?

Take on the flat, fast, and scenic course at the Savannah Southern Half Marathon & 5K—then celebrate with southern food and perfect fall weather.

🎟 Register today and use promo code DANIELLE15 for $15 off either race!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Tax ID (Employer Identification Number)

NPI

Find Your Taxonomy Code

CAQH

Relay (Business Checking)

Live Oak (High Yield Savings Account)

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Extras

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• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🏃 Ready to run Savannah this November?

Take on the flat, fast, and scenic course at the Savannah Southern Half Marathon & 5K—then celebrate with southern food and perfect fall weather.

🎟 Register today and use promo code DANIELLE15 for $15 off either race!

🎧 Listen now to start reimagining what’s possible for your career—no MBA required.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Resources mentioned this episode:

Dare to Lead | Values List (Brené Brown)

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
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• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🏃 Ready to run Savannah this November?

Take on the flat, fast, and scenic course at the Savannah Southern Half Marathon & 5K—then celebrate with southern food and perfect fall weather.

🎟 Register today and use promo code DANIELLE15 for $15 off either race!

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🏃 Ready to run Savannah this November?

Take on the flat, fast, and scenic course at the Savannah Southern Half Marathon & 5K—then celebrate with southern food and perfect fall weather.

🎟 Register today and use promo code DANIELLE15 for $15 off either race!

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🏃 Ready to run Savannah this November?

Take on the flat, fast, and scenic course at the Savannah Southern Half Marathon & 5K—then celebrate with southern food and perfect fall weather.

🎟 Register today and use promo code DANIELLE15 for $15 off either race!

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🏃 Ready to run Savannah this November?

Take on the flat, fast, and scenic course at the Savannah Southern Half Marathon & 5K—then celebrate with southern food and perfect fall weather.

🎟 Register today and use promo code DANIELLE15 for $15 off either race!

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

🏃 Ready to run Savannah this November?

Take on the flat, fast, and scenic course at the Savannah Southern Half Marathon & 5K—then celebrate with southern food and perfect fall weather.

🎟 Register today and use promo code DANIELLE15 for $15 off either race!

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

About the co-hosts: 

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are both weight-inclusive registered dietitians in outpatient settings and each own a private nutrition therapy practice. They have known each other since 2012 when Danielle reached out to Bethany for guidance on how to become a registered dietitian herself. Since then, Bethany has mentored Danielle through her entire journey to become a dietitian. They both know and value the importance of registered dietitians having professional support and mentorship in their career and want to help make the journey for future dietitians a bit easier and more successful. Each week they will be taking on a topic that dietitians don't traditionally learn about in their university programs or internships, but is essential to a career as a dietitian. In other words, they'll be talking about all the stuff you wish you would have learned in school/internship, but didn't.

The MENTORD Podcast

@mentordpod 

Southern Nutrition

@southernutritionllc

B. Wheeler Nutrition

@bethanydietitian

Anti-Diet Designs Merch

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Stay Connected

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• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

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• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Stay Connected

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• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Through personal stories and reflections, they normalize what so many dietitians experience: questioning your expertise, comparing yourself to others, and worrying you don’t belong. This episode sets the stage for practical tools (coming in Part 2) to help you shift from self-doubt to confidence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What imposter syndrome is—and why it’s so common in dietetics.
• How it shows up for dietitians in both clinical and private practice.
• Personal stories from Bethany and Danielle about navigating self-doubt.
• Why mentorship and community can help you feel less isolated.
• How this series will help you move toward confidence and career clarity.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin

The Highly Sensitive Person

Stay Connected

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

From ethical communication and trauma-informed boundaries to leveraging ROIs (releases of information) and building provider trust, they share practical strategies for creating consistency, clarity, and safety across care settings. Whether you’re in private practice or part of a larger team, this episode will help you see your work in a new light—and give you tools to collaborate with confidence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The real role of dietitians on outpatient multidisciplinary teams.
• Why ethical communication is key to building trust with providers.
• How to set trauma-informed boundaries with both clients and colleagues.
• Practical ways to use ROIs to streamline collaboration.
• Strategies for increasing client safety and consistency across care.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

MSSI Mini-Guide: What if a patient expresses a desire to discuss weight/weight loss?

VBS Virtual Assistants

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• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They explore the dynamics of working alongside therapists, doctors, and other professionals—especially when you’re the only one practicing from a non-diet, client-centered lens. From navigating power imbalances to handling resistance without burning out, this episode offers validation and practical strategies to help you stay grounded on any team.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The unique challenges dietitians face on multidisciplinary teams.
• How to navigate power imbalances and professional hierarchies.
• Why resistance from colleagues doesn’t mean you don’t belong.
• Strategies to protect your energy and avoid burnout.
• How to advocate for your perspective while fostering collaboration.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Resources mentioned in this episode:

MSSI Mini-Guide: What if a patient expresses a desire to discuss weight/weight loss?

Freebies & Tools

• The Weight-Inclusive Dietitian's Guide to Multidisciplinary Teams → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
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• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

• When a client spirals after a binge
• When silence in session feels unbearable
• When you feel the pressure to over-deliver to prove your value

They break down what’s happening under the surface in these “fix-it” moments and share new responses rooted in safety, curiosity, and regulation. If you’ve ever felt pressure to do more or say the perfect thing, this episode will help you unhook from urgency and reconnect with your clinical presence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Common urgency triggers in dietitian-client sessions.
• Why silence and spiraling clients can activate “fix-it” mode.
• How to recognize when you’re tempted to over-deliver.
• Grounded responses rooted in safety and curiosity.
• How to reconnect with presence instead of urgency.

Freebies & Tools

• Slowing Down in Session → Download Now

Stay Connected

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• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They explore what happens when dietitians slip into over-functioning, why slowing down is an active clinical skill (not passivity), and how to regulate before you react in session. You’ll walk away with practical insights to help you stay grounded, intentional, and effective in your work.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why urgency undermines both client progress and provider wellbeing.
• How to notice signs you’re over-functioning as a dietitian.
• What it means to “regulate before you react” in client sessions.
• Tools for slowing down without losing momentum.
• Why sustainable care requires resisting systemic pressure for speed.

Freebies & Tools

• Slowing Down in Session → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
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Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They dig into the tension between wanting to honor client needs while staying true to your values and scope of practice. You’ll also hear practical strategies for slowing down the process, reframing expectations, and reminding clients (and yourself) that sustainable change takes time—especially when untangling decades of diet culture.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How client urgency shows up in sessions (and why it feels so activating).
• Why quick fixes can derail sustainable progress.
• Strategies to slow down the process without dismissing client concerns.
• How to reframe urgency into realistic, compassionate goals.
• Scripts and tools for reminding clients that lasting change takes time.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Resources from this episode:

Kelly Mahler | Interoception

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Extras

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They unpack why dietitians feel pulled to solve fast, how education and healthcare systems reinforce urgency, and what it really costs us (and our clients). Most importantly, they show why slowing down isn’t passive—it’s a powerful intervention in itself. Whether you’re in private practice, clinical care, or still in your internship, this episode will help you exhale, release the pressure, and reconnect with your purpose.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why dietitians often feel pressure to fix things fast.
• How urgency is reinforced by education and healthcare systems.
• What urgency costs clients, providers, and the therapeutic process.
• Why slowing down can be the most effective clinical intervention.
• Practical mindset shifts to help you work with more calm and clarity.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Freebies & Tools

• Slowing Down in Session → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
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Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

From documenting the decision and handling emotional fallout, to self-reflection, grief, and even the relief that sometimes follows, this episode offers grounding and validation for providers navigating the messy middle of termination. They also discuss closure in the therapeutic relationship, what clients may be experiencing, and how dietitians can care for themselves through the process.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to properly document a client termination.
• What emotional fallout may look like for both client and provider.
• Why grief and relief often coexist after ending care.
• Ways to process and reflect on the decision as a clinician.
• How to support yourself while holding space for client closure.

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Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They explore the emotional weight of client terminations, how burnout and scope of practice can shape your decision-making, and why these moments—while uncomfortable—can ultimately strengthen your professional boundaries. Whether you’re ending care or simply resetting expectations, this episode will help you approach the process with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Practical language and scripts for difficult conversations.
• How burnout signals it may be time to re-evaluate client load.
• The role of scope of practice in ending or referring care.
• Why ending a client relationship can be an ethical turning point.
• Strategies for resetting boundaries without ending care completely.

Freebies & Tools

• Ending Client Care with Clinical Clarity & Compassion → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

From preparing for “the conversation” to handling client pushback, they offer practical guidance to help you set boundaries while prioritizing client autonomy. You’ll also hear real-world strategies for tricky scenarios, like what to do if a client refuses referral or when state licensure laws create unexpected barriers to care.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to prepare for termination conversations with confidence.
• Scripts and role-play strategies to practice difficult language.
• How to balance client autonomy with professional boundaries.
• What to do when a client refuses higher-level care.
• Legal and ethical considerations when clients move out of state.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Freebies & Tools

• Ending Client Care with Clinical Clarity & Compassion → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Through personal stories and professional insights, they unpack why letting go doesn’t always mean failure—it can be the most ethical, compassionate, and clinically appropriate choice for both client and provider. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how to recognize boundaries, assess client needs, and approach these conversations with professionalism and care.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to recognize when it’s time to end a client relationship.
• Why ending care can be an ethical and supportive decision.
• Clinical scenarios where referral or termination is necessary.
• Practical language for navigating difficult conversations.
• How to set boundaries that protect both client and provider.

Have a question or an idea for a topic you'd like to hear us discuss? Email us at hello@mentordpod.com

Freebies & Tools

• Ending Client Care with Clinical Clarity & Compassion → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

If you’ve ever left a session feeling drained, frozen, or like you were “faking calm,” you’re not alone. This episode unpacks how the nervous system shows up for providers, why regulation isn’t about being perfect, and how polyvagal theory can help you build resilience and flexibility in your practice.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Signs your nervous system is activated during client sessions.
• Why regulation is about flexibility, not perfection.
• How “nervous system literacy” supports your growth as a clinician.
• Practical tools to stay grounded and present, even in tough moments.
• Ways to care for yourself so you can better support your clients.

Resources mentioned this episode:

Craniosacral Therapy

Somatic Experiencing Therapy

Freebies & Tools

• Nervous System 101 for Dietitians → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They explain why regulation is a core clinical consideration (not an add-on), how stress physiology impacts nutrition behaviors, and how to adjust care plans based on what’s happening in real time. Whether you’re supporting clients with eating disorders, GI issues, or simply want to become a more attuned provider, this episode brings both nuance and practicality to your practice.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why nervous system regulation is essential in medical nutrition therapy.
• How stress physiology shapes food behaviors and treatment outcomes.
• Practical strategies to recognize dysregulation in your clients (and yourself).
• Ways to adapt care plans for better alignment with client states.
• Why co-regulation is a clinical skill every dietitian should practice.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Polyvagal Institute

Venn Diagram of Autonomic Nervous System States

Responsive Feeding Therapy

Freebies & Tools

Nervous System 101 for Dietitians → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They explain how the window of tolerance and polyvagal theory play out in real sessions, why adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) shape health outcomes, and how nervous system states influence whether clients can follow through on nutrition recommendations. Most importantly, they share practical strategies for adjusting your counseling approach with compassion and flexibility.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How the nervous system influences a client’s ability to follow nutrition advice.
• Signs of sympathetic and dorsal vagal states during a session.
• Tools for adapting session pace and expectations based on client capacity.
• Why non-judgmental language matters when collaborating with providers.
• Practical ways to create safety and support for clients in all states.

More nervous system resources:

Grab our FREE guide: Nervous System 101 for Dietitians

Stuck Not Broken podcast

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

From polyvagal theory to the window of tolerance, they connect neuroscience concepts to real-world dietetic practice. You’ll learn how early life experiences (including ACEs) can influence health, how to recognize nervous system states in your clients, and practical ways to adapt your counseling approach based on what’s happening physiologically.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• A clear introduction to polyvagal theory and the window of tolerance.
• How adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) affect long-term health.
• The physiological effects of nutritional restriction on the nervous system.
• How to spot nervous system states in your clients.
• Practical tools for adjusting care when clients are dysregulated.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Polyvagal Theory

Window of Tolerance

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study

The Body Keeps the Score

Deb Dana

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

[REPLAY] Looking for real dietitian mentorship and nutrition career support? In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, Bethany and Danielle dive into why boundaries are essential for dietitians in private practice and outpatient care.They share the exact boundaries they’ve set with clients, colleagues, and themselves—and how those decisions have protected their wellbeing and helped them build sustainable careers.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why boundaries aren’t optional if you want a long-term career in nutrition.
• The most common boundary challenges dietitians face with clients and coworkers.
• Practical scripts and strategies for saying “no” without guilt.
• How clear practice policies support both you and your clients.

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• 🎁 Boundaries Are a Must for Dietitians → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment, and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools, and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

From the first consultation to ongoing treatment, they discuss how to use clear communication, respect client readiness, and set realistic goals without imposing your own agenda. You’ll also hear about the ethical considerations of motivational interviewing and how honoring client choices can strengthen trust and outcomes.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to weave autonomy and consent into every stage of care.
• Practical communication strategies for initial and follow-up sessions.
• Why respecting client readiness leads to more sustainable progress.
• Ethical do’s and don’ts of motivational interviewing.
• How to create a supportive, respectful client-provider relationship.

Resources discussed in this episode:

Ragen Chastain's Don't Weigh Me Cards

Weight Inclusive Innovators podcast

Center for Body Trust

Dana Sturtevant Motivational Interviewing Trainings

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

They share how clear, accessible practice policies can set the foundation for informed consent, and why consent isn’t a one-time form but an ongoing process, especially when involving dietetic interns in client sessions.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What client autonomy really means in nutrition counseling.
• How consent protects both the client and the provider.
• Practical ways to write clear, concise, and understandable practice policies.
• Why ongoing consent is critical when interns or other providers are present.
• How centering client autonomy leads to stronger therapeutic relationships.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ragen Chastain's Don't Weigh Me Cards

Weight Inclusive Innovators podcast

Center for Body Trust

Dana Sturtevant Motivational Interviewing Trainings

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Whether you’re a student, new RD, or seasoned professional, you’ll learn tools to quiet self-doubt, recognize your strengths, and step more confidently into your role. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, start there for the stories and context—then come back here for the solutions.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Five practical strategies to reframe imposter thoughts.
• How to recognize your expertise and celebrate small wins.
• Why comparison is a trap—and how to shift your perspective.
• Tools for building confidence in both outpatient and private practice settings.
• How mentorship and community can accelerate your growth.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Motivational Interviewing in Health & Fitness by Dawn Clifford and Laura Curtis

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Through personal stories and reflections, they normalize what so many dietitians experience: questioning your expertise, comparing yourself to others, and worrying you don’t belong. This episode sets the stage for practical tools (coming in Part 2) to help you shift from self-doubt to confidence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What imposter syndrome is—and why it’s so common in dietetics.
• How it shows up for dietitians in both clinical and private practice.
• Personal stories from Bethany and Danielle about navigating self-doubt.
• Why mentorship and community can help you feel less isolated.
• How this series will help you move toward confidence and career clarity.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin

The Highly Sensitive Person

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

From how you open and close sessions, to the way you set up your office or take notes, your style can make the difference between feeling drained and feeling confident. In this follow-up episode, Bethany and Danielle share more about their personal approaches and offer guidance to help you discover a style that fits your personality, values, and practice setting.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to refine your counseling style after trying different approaches.
• Why authenticity matters more than “doing it right.”
• Practical tips for adjusting session flow, structure, and environment.
• Examples of how small tweaks (like note-taking or tone) can shift client connection.
• Ways to bring consistency into your practice without feeling rigid.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison

The F*ck It Diet by Caroline Dooner

Hunger by Roxanne Gay

The Body Positive (Embody by Connie Sobczak)

A Beautiful Work in Progress by Mirna Valerio

Dana Sturtevant/Center for Body Trust

Freebies & Tools

• 🎁 Figuring Out Your Style as a Dietitian → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Your “style” goes beyond what you wear—it’s about how you structure each session, take notes, and create a space where clients feel supported. Bethany and Danielle share their own approaches and give you practical ideas for discovering what works best for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why your session style matters for client trust and professional confidence.
• How to choose a structure for starting and ending sessions.
• Note-taking strategies (from templates to freestyle, digital or paper).
• How office setup and personal presentation influence the client experience.
• Ways to make your counseling style feel authentic—without copying someone else.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison

The F*ck It Diet by Caroline Dooner

Hunger by Roxanne Gay

The Body Positive (Embody by Connie Sobczak)

A Beautiful Work in Progress by Mirna Valerio

Dana Sturtevant/Center for Body Trust

Freebies & Tools

Mini Guide: How to Find Your Nutrition Counseling Style → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

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About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why boundaries aren’t optional if you want a long-term career in nutrition.
• The most common boundary challenges dietitians face with clients and coworkers.
• Practical scripts and strategies for saying “no” without guilt.
• How clear practice policies support both you and your clients.

Freebies & Tools

• 🎁 Boundaries Are a Must for Dietitians → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment, and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools, and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

In this introductory episode, co-hosts Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern share how their mentorship journey began, why every dietitian needs support, and what’s coming in Season 1: The Top 10 Things You Need to Know as a Dietitian.

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