I had my initial webcast appointment with Alex over three months ago. She thoughtfully went over my…read moremedical history, existing eating plan, and gave me the tools to monitor my progress via her app. Not only did we establish an eating plan together she took the time to explain how foods work in my body and how to use them to fuel harder parts of my days. We then continued progress checks every couple weeks with her constant feedback of my choices via the app. As time has progressed she has introduced meal planning, recipes, the importance of chia seeds, and gut health. This is the best investment I have made for myself and have and will continue to use her skills to help in establishing healthy eating habits. And the weightloss as a result isn't so bad either...averaging a pound a week.

From the owner: Empowering your journey towards peace with food, self-compassion, and body acceptance…read more Compassionate, comprehensive, and individualized nutrition counseling located in Tacoma, WA. Specializing in eating disorders, disordered eating, body positivity, self-care, breaking chronic dieting cycles, integrative and functional nutrition, and digestive wellness. Counseling for adults, adolescents, and children.

Shaundra was very knowledgeable and thorough. She listened to my concerns/needs/goals and gave me…read moregreat ideas, encouragement and recommendations that were realistic and manageable. She asked the right questions in order to determine a customized goal plan for me. She is not extreme in any way of eating, she informs you of what foods are best, especially for the conditions you are concerned about. I was very impressed by her deficiency tests as well. I highly recommend her!

From the owner: Nutritional Therapy is a holistic and whole foods approach to health and well-being. Our bodies…read morewere designed to function optimally using nutrient dense, whole foods. This is in fact, the foundation of good health. You are a unique being. The diet that works best for you is different than what will work for someone else for a number of reasons. Your ancestors adapted to what was available to them and passed their genes down to you. Your health history has shaped where your health is today. Your life circumstances will partially dictate what approach to healing that you can take. Nutritional Therapy is all about learning how to navigate your unique path to wellness. However, Nutritional Therapy is not a way to diagnose or treat medical conditions. Instead we support the basic foundations of good health and strengthen your whole being. Who can benefit from Nutritional Therapy? Those with: Diagnosed and undiagnosed digestive issues Low energy or blood sugar imbalance A desire to reach a healthy weight Mood swings Anxiety Depression Infertility Issues High Cholesterol Diabetes Skin Issues Anyone! Nutritional Therapy can support anyone to gain greater health. In addition to private nutrition consultations, I also offer group classes and workshops on traditional foods preparation, grocery store tours, and cooking demos.

I have been to multiple CrossFit gym and other gyms in the area, and this is highest quality one by…read morefar. Owners are involved and are experienced coaches. Case in point, on day one the owner diagnose an issue that I was having with my form for one of the Olympic, weightlifting movements, which another gym in the areas coaches hadn't noticed for seven months, and had led to an injury. Day one Joe diagnosed the problem and it was fixed without me even asking!There are two sides of the gym, dedicated for electric weightlifting on one side, and the other side, high intensity, interval training. This shit is easily accessible, clean, and has easy parking. It is not a globo gym, nor is it simply an iron fitness. There is space for what you need if it's a casino workout, or you're dropping in for open gym or individual weightlifting session. Coaches run classes on time, one hour, which is not the experience that I have had other community style gyms in the past in the area. American flag over the door, attentive coaches and community, never asking for reviews online (a great plus!), accessible in ten minutes or less from JBLM, Lakewood, all the way up to Ruston. Great location for access!

Worst company! Do not shop here. They will screw you over! They have TERRIBLE!!!! Customer service!…read moreI was called names by their employee. They overcharge. And don't send you what they say they are going to send. Oh, and trying to return is even worse. They try and rip you off BAD! Then they try and make you pay more money to return it than it was to buy it? Haha, how does that make sense?

I have been coming to Dana and Maria for almost 2 years. I couldn't survive without them. They are…read moreprofessionals and kind hearted. Don't hesitate to make the call and change your life.

I'm not fat, but quite often I forget about eating healthily. I discovered Dana Luchini's Healthy…read moreAging Diet Cookbook. I'm encouraged, keeping weight off AND eating and living better. It's great to have a person from the Tacoma area working to help us all and keep us healthy!

First note that they have two Yelp reviews, the second can be found here:…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/rainier-medical-wellness-and-weightloss-puyallup and provides some additional feedback. And in my opinion a more accurate representation of the disaster of a business you're considering engaging with. Overall experience was terrible. The consultation in general was simply an excuse to push processed, expensive packaged foods like shakes, bars, etc. instead of teaching clients how to eat real food in a sustainable way. I decided not to move forward with the program after meeting with the Dr. Weeks later I received an invoice that brings me to the disaster of their billing. Their "insurance experts" and front office completely miss the boat on accurately explaining the offices costs. When I walked in the gal attempted to charge me $95 (I later learned this was the full cost if I had no insurance, in hindsight I should have simply paid this). I told her I was quoted $45 by the billing team and wasn't interested in paying $95 for a consultation so if it was that vs. $45 cancel the appointment. She went to the back and came back out and said oh year $45. Ok. Two weeks later, after paying the $45 the day of the appointment, I received a bill for $92.88. Which by the way in hindsight NOT using insurance would have been better for me, wish their "insurance expert" had mentioned that when she ran my insurance and told me the cost for a consultaton would be $45. The billing company (they outsource it) was really nice to work with and apologetic explaining they've had high turn over at the medical office and have been having problems with clients not having expenses properly explained. Apparently I'm not the first to have this or a similar issue. They escalated my call back to Rainier Medical who came back and said the costs are listed on the website and I signed something when I showed up that said I'd pay whatever was billed so it was due. I paid the $92.88 (plus the original $45) and am wiping my hands of the experience but hope by sharing others will know to (a) avoid this place, the services aren't worth it and (b) if you do go don't trust the billing/front desk team to be helpful.

After years of slowly putting on weight, I finally said "No More!" My Physician recommended Rainier…read moreMedical Weightloss last June (2019). I walked through the doors at University Place at the end July, scared, anxious, emotional and truth be told....broken. The immediate support I received was amazing. I committed that day, and have not looked back. I have learned that everyone's Weightloss journey is unique. My 30+ weightloss number is another's 100+...or 20+. The emotions are the same, the struggle the same.....and the feeling of success the same when that scale drops. Dr. Sutherland and her staff from the PA's, Nutritionists, Trainers and Office Personnel work closely to provide an overall package uniquely designed to each patient. Being under a Physicians care while in my Weightloss phase helped keep my spirits up during the times I struggled, and the online app and Handbook gave my guidance when I had questions. I have entered Maintenance and realize this next phase comes with new challenges and will require a lifetime of focus and diligence. However with the amazing support from Rainier Medical Weightloss my husband, daughter, friends and co-workers, I am excited to face this New Year (2020)....healthier, happier and stronger! If you are considering a "New Direction"....start now. Pick up the phone, open that door and walk through. You are more of a Warrior that you think.

I had a session with Kari last week and I am amazed! The neck pain that I've lived with for years…read morewas gone... And it stayed gone! She also gave me some nutrition advice and was right in for what I needed. Kari is amazing and I highly recommend her!

From the owner: Kari is an insightful "Body-Detective" who provides pain-free therapy that initiates your journey…read moreto lasting change by 'Unwinding Your Body for Rapid Relief. The CARE ( Client Assisted Re-mobilization Engram) Approach bodywork system offered here, has been developed by Kari Elliott over 28 years and succeeds admirably as a quick, efficient and most importantly Pain-Free method of releasing both chronic and acute muscular and postural conditions. When you simply cannot find answers, despite that you may have been told "You'll just have to live with the pain", you owe it to yourself to try one more time and get true and lasting relief. As enhancements to her CARE Approach Bodywork and Energetic Healing, other services offered include Comprehensive Nutritional and Functional Evaluation, Temporal-Sphenoidal Assessment and Visceral Manipulation, Natural Force Healing, Co-Inspirational Life Strategy Coaching and classes to help individuals create a life that is healthy, vibrant, pain-free. Because Kari is dedicated to serving those committed clients who have been dismissed by providers or simply handed prescriptions to manage their pain, she has developed a 30 Day Intensive Full Spectrum Healing Program that has yielded excellent results for over 85% of her clients. Call today to schedule your free consultation, assessment and sample of The CARE Approach today. Aren't you ready to take back your life?

Wow...it has been over a year and they still can't let it go. I received notification that she…read morechanged her response again just a few days ago. I have absolutely no reason to lie about my experience with them . I believe my consistency speaks for itself and shows I am being honest. Most businesses either don't respond or ask how they can improve. Not address it by implying the person a liar. Oh and by the way, I recently went to another Nutritionist and learned so much more in 1 hour with her than I did in the 7 or so visits with Cathy. AND they took care of billing my insurance. Update: 5/28/15 I received a letter from a lawyer shortly after this last review demanding I remove my review within a certain amount of days or she (Cathy) would pursue a claim against me because of my false and defamatory statements. I supposedly posted opinions which I claimed to be facts. So even though I thought Yelp was a place to post my opinions about a review, I agreed to remove anything that was an "opinion". Which I have now done. I also received an email from Cathy...I wish I could post a copy here. It was not a very nice email. The most laughable part of it is that she tried to tell me the "correct" way to post a review. Apparently, I have to also say something positive about the place I am reviewing.

At first I wasn't sure if I wanted to do this, but after a long time, I decided to take the plunge…read moreand went with the 4 2 plan. Ok, what is the 4 2 plan? Well, you eat basically 6 meals a day, around 2.5 hours between meals. 4 of the meals are the packaged Medifast products, the other 2 are lean-and-greens. I was able to loss roughly 6 lbs the first week, 4 lbs the 2nd week,and it's going down down! The Cuppacino mix, was yuck, and I was about to give them lesser stars over it, but after talking to them, they are replacing the Cuppacino with another box that I like! Yeah! The Snack bars are really tasty! This really helps those that just do not have the time to figure it out. Oh, and be careful, you can have another box ordered automatically, you may have to let them know you may not want this, since I have a strict budget and cannot have automatic stuff coming to me. You'll also get a dietitian to work with you besides Cathy, Marianne from New York has been helping me as well! :)

I love this place! They have the most unique protein powders and smoothies you've ever had! Just…read morelook at these fun recipes and I love the little toppings they put on top! I always get the kids size because it's plenty they are very generous with their smoothies. The people that work there are so sweet, and the place is so nice to sit in and relax and enjoy. Give it a try, you will be addicted!

I always try to support local businesses, but unfortunately, my recent visit here left me very…read moredisappointed. My boyfriend and I spent just over 40 minutes in the shop for what should have been a quick order. We were not greeted upon arrival, and the person who appeared to be the owner or manager was preoccupied making multiple shakes for her son while chatting about the new barstools she had purchased. Nearly 10 minutes passed before we were acknowledged, and another 10 before we were told she would be with us shortly. When my order was finally made, it was incorrect. Before I could let them know that I was fine with the mistake, the drink was dumped and remade, adding even more to the wait time. Unfortunately, the remake was also incorrect--this time missing the powder flavoring I had originally requested--resulting in a plain shake. Given the extended wait, the lack of customer service, and the price point, I cannot justify returning. I value supporting small businesses, but this experience demonstrated why many customers turn to chain establishments that have the staffing and systems to provide consistent service.

NOT ALL CHIROPRACTORS ARE THE SAME...and this couldn't be a more truer and accurate statement to…read moredescribe our experience with Dr Luther Chau at Convergent Therapies. My son was seeing another chiro in town and it was going well, but my son kept going to his chiro about his feet and knee pain (he'd just started running Cross Country). Trying to teach my son self-advocacy, I had him discuss his pain with the dr 2-3 times and then on the last visit I got involved to assure communication on the pain/discomfort was clear. Dr was clear, he said it was nothing to worry about. I heard about Dr Chau and his extensive training in extremities and thought we'd get a second option. After our first visit, we've never gone back to our original chiro, not because he/she/they were bad in any way, but because Dr Chau is so much better! Within 30 seconds (post discussion) Dr Chau visually called our 2-3 areas needing alignment (my son is flat footed), released an intense amount of strain in the hips (watched my typically non- responsive son wiggle from pressure targeting/ release on the table), some knee and additional adjusting, my son got up from the table and said "wow!" We walked out of the office with shoe inserts and a fresh kid ready to get back at it. That was 4 years ago and since then, we've continued to work thru other areas. Dr Chau continues to maintain an individual and targeted approach. Oh and after our first visit, I too am now a client. Try our Convergent Therapies - you'll feel much better!

Dr. Chau eliminated my painful lower back in only 4 visits. My back pain had been a problematic…read moremiserly to me for a period of 6 years. I have been to 7 Chiropractors over the years with little to no help. I was told about Dr. Chau from a friend in South Seattle. He had pretty much the same back pain as I had. Dr. Chau corrected his back 6 years ago and still no pain. It has been 7 months now since I visited Dr. Chau and my back is still great. He changed my life. I have made the trip to Gig Harbor a few times since the original visits and he keeps me lined up. I highly recommend this amazing Doctor! FIVE STARS FROM ME!!