HALEY JENSEN, MS, RDN

Haley (she/her) is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a passion for eating disorder recovery, mental health, and media literacy. Known for her warmth, collaborative style, and deep empathy, she creates a nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Originally a psychology student, Haley transitioned to dietetics after recovering from her own eating disorder. Through therapy, self-compassion, and nutritional support, she found full recovery—an experience that continues to inform her work. She believes healing is both possible and deeply personal, and she tailors her approach to each client’s unique story.

Haley holds a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics from Brigham Young University and a master’s in Human Nutrition from Southern Illinois University. She completed her clinical training at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis and ASCEND in Chicago, specializing in complex eating disorders. She has trained with Elyse Resch (Intuitive Eating) and completed the Eating Disorders Boot Camp by Jessica Setnick, along with certification in crisis intervention and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals.

Haley works with clients across the lifespan (from children as young as five to older adults) and adapts her approach developmentally to meet each person where they are. She specializes in the intersection of nutrition with body image, anxiety, neurodivergence, gastrointestinal concerns, sexuality, and trauma (including religious and sexual trauma). She is also engaged in ongoing training to support clients with ARFID.

Haley has a particular passion for the intersection of nutrition and sexuality. She supports clients in exploring topics such as the nutritional needs of LGBTQ+ individuals, sex positivity, the impact of self-objectification on pleasure, the role of adequate nourishment in sexual functioning and stamina, and how hormones (including menstruation, menopause, PCOS, and hormone therapy) influence nutritional needs. She is committed to helping clients reduce shame and reclaim agency in areas often considered taboo. She also supports clients in reducing “food labor” (the stress and burnout of planning, shopping, cooking, and cleanup) by building realistic, sustainable systems.

Most recently, Haley has become a trusted resource on GLP-1 medications. She provides community education and works one-on-one with clients who are considering, currently using, or have a history with these medications. She takes a nuanced, nonjudgmental approach to help clients understand risks and benefits, maintain autonomy, and prioritize nutritional adequacy.

Her work reflects a nuanced understanding of body image (including body grief, body neutrality, and body trust) and is grounded in self-compassion, curiosity, and gentle nutrition. She supports clients in removing guilt from eating, reconnecting with internal cues, and cultivating a more compassionate, sustainable relationship with food and their bodies.

Outside of work, you’ll find Haley tending to her Stardew Valley farm, dancing to David Bowie, or exploring new restaurants in Madison. She brings the same sense of curiosity and joy to her personal life as she does to her work, believing that healing is not just about recovery, but about building a life worth living.