Jaclyn Leocata, MS, RDN, CDN

Lead Therapist

Eating Disorder Associates

Lifeworks​

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Jaclyn is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with

over 10 years of experience specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating.

She has experience working in the treatment of eating disorders in Outpatient, Intensive

Outpatient, and Partial Hospitalization settings. Jaclyn practices a weight inclusive and non-diet

approach to health & well-being. Her ultimate goal is to help clients to develop healthier

relationships with food, movement, and their bodies. 

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Professional Background & Credentials:

• Registered Dietitian (RD), 1023240

• Certified Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN)- NY, 007410

• Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian (CEDS) - pending

• Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor

• Master's Degree in Nutrition with a concentration in Eating Disorders from LIU Post

• Dietetic Internship & Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition from LIU Post

• Member of IAEDP (International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals)

• Member of IFEDD (International Federation of Eating Disorder Dietitians)

• Additional Trainings: 

  • ED for RD's: Eating Disorder Education for Registered Dietitians 

  • Body Image Training 2.0: The Missing Piece of Whole Body Healing

  • ARFID for Dietitians: A Responsive Feeing Therapy Approach 

  • Clinical Approaches to Treating Body Image Issues

  • Clinical Approaches to Treating Bulimia & Binge Eating Disorder 

  • Somatic Skills as a Trauma-healing Technique for Clients with Eating Disorders

  • Trauma Informed Care: The Dietitian's Role and Nutrition Interventions