Meet Alexa Rae

Alexa Rae Ardito, RDN, is a Registered Dietitian based on Long Island, NY, offering personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling for clients of all ages. While she specializes in eating disorder recovery and sports nutrition, Alexa also supports individuals navigating a wide range of health concerns, including digestive issues, weight management, hormonal imbalances, chronic disease prevention, and overall wellness.

Her expertise extends to general nutrition education, sustainable weight loss, emotional eating, diabetes, heart health, PCOS, thyroid conditions, and gut health. Alexa works with individuals at every stage of life, including children, teens, adults, and older adults, tailoring nutrition plans to meet each client’s physical, emotional, and lifestyle needs.

Alexa takes a supportive and individualized approach, helping clients discover what nourishment looks like for their unique bodies and goals. Her work is grounded in compassion, free from shame, and focused on helping clients build a more balanced, trusting relationship with food and their bodies. Whether someone is looking to heal their relationship with food, improve athletic performance, manage a medical condition, or simply feel better in their day-to-day life, Alexa offers a safe space and expert guidance rooted in science and empathy.

 

Specialties

Alexa specializes in a wide range of nutrition concerns, including eating disorder recovery, sports nutrition, and digestive health such as IBS, bloating, and food sensitivities. She also works closely with clients on weight management, body composition goals, and hormonal health, including conditions like PCOS, thyroid imbalances, and menstrual cycle support. In addition, Alexa supports individuals with emotional eating, mindful eating practices, and general wellness, offering preventative nutrition strategies tailored to each person’s needs. Her experience spans both adolescent and adult populations, making her a versatile and compassionate provider for clients at any stage of life.

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Counseling Style

Alexa’s counseling style is warm, collaborative, and empowering. She meets clients where they are, creating a safe and supportive space to explore their relationship with food, body, and health. Her approach is rooted in compassion and free from judgment, blending evidence-based strategies with individualized care. Alexa helps clients set realistic goals, develop sustainable habits, and reconnect with their body’s innate wisdom—encouraging progress, not perfection, every step of the way.

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Hobbies/Interest

Outside of her work as a dietitian, Alexa enjoys staying active through strength training and yoga, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and spending quality time with family and friends. She loves traveling, exploring local farmers' markets, and reading about mindfulness and wellness. Alexa also has a creative side and finds joy in journaling, photography, and discovering new music.