Today, as your big dietitian sister, I want to offer some advice. If you’re in a tough season, this message might be tough to hear.
But I promise it comes from love and someone who’s been there.
Learning the lesson is hard when you’re deep in the chaos of running your practice. Sometimes you just want to get through the sht*. That’s okay. If you’re not ready yet, bookmark this blog and return when you are.
Let’s Start Here: Action Cures Anxiety
If you’re an anxious dietitian looking for real business advice, the truth is this: action is the antidote to fear.
Lately, I’ve seen more and more dietitians paralyzed by anxiety—hesitating to move forward, questioning themselves, and overthinking every decision. But guess what? You can feel fear and still take action.
That’s how you quiet the fear.
Many RDs and CNSs stay stuck because even though they know what to do, it’s easier—and safer—to keep talking about it than doing it. If you’ve been telling yourself you’re “too anxious” to make the next move in your business, this post is for you.
The Anxious Dietitian Business Framework
In today’s YouTube video HERE, I break down a simple framework for moving forward, even when you’re anxious.
We’ll look at three areas where fear usually shows up in an insurance-based practice:
- Telehealth – Fear of tech, licensing rules, and HIPAA compliance? I get it. But there are clear steps you can take.
- Marketing—So many dietitians say, “I’m not good at marketing.” That belief is keeping them broke. You can get good at it.
- Business Set-Up: The back-end stuff feels overwhelming until you break it down. Business structure, policies, and billing are all learnable.
The truth? Most of the anxiety in business is from avoiding what you need to do.
Stop Letting Anxiety Be Your Excuse
Labeling yourself an “anxious dietitian” might feel comforting, but it doesn’t move your business forward. Misery loves company, and in our profession, venting to other dietitians often creates a spiral of stuckness.
Yes, it’s scary. Yes, it’s hard. But the only way out is THROUGH.
Instead of saying, “I’m anxious about marketing” or “I’m overwhelmed by insurance billing,” ask yourself:
- What do I need to do?
- Is this truly a knowledge gap or just a fear of discomfort?
- What ONE step can I take today to change this?
Conclusion: You’re Stronger Than You Think
If you’re an anxious dietitian searching for real business advice, you already know what to do. You’re just choosing not to do it—and that’s the root of the anxiety.
Let go of the false story that you can’t handle it. You can do hard sh*t.
Success in private practice isn’t about feeling ready—it’s about showing up even when you’re not. That builds resilience, confidence, and eventually, the dream nutrition private practice you want.
And hey, if you’re still feeling stuck, I offer single-session consults to help dietitians overcome fear and take action.
Just fill out a contact form HERE and let me know what’s happening. I will let you know if I can help.
You don’t need to stay stuck. You just need to start.
Sending hugs and the nudge you didn’t know you needed.
— Amy P., The Reimbursement Dietitian