At Annie Schwartz Nutrition, we help organizations and healthcare systems create truly inclusive environments where all bodies are valued, respected, and supported. Whether you’re reimagining workplace wellness programs or transforming clinical care practices, we offer tailored education, training, and consultation grounded in Health at Every Size® and weight-inclusive care.
We understand that people have an inherent desire to be well, but larger cultural messages often promote unrealistic and extreme practices in the name of "health." These messages can hinder the development of lasting wellness habits that support our minds, bodies, and overall well-being.
Our approach is rooted in the belief that every body deserves kindness, respect, and equitable access to care. Unfortunately, many traditional wellness initiatives — though well-intentioned — can inadvertently harm the very employees they aim to support. We offer the tools and expertise to shift these systems and build a more inclusive, supportive culture from the ground up.
I offer customizable size-inclusive programming tailored to your organization’s specific needs. Here are some possible topics we can cover:
Weight Stigma and Bias
Learn about the impact of weight stigma and bias, and strategies to combat bias in our every day lives. Learn how to create a culture of respect, inclusivity, and support for all body sizes.
Creating Size-Inclusive Workplaces
Learn how to foster a supportive, inclusive environment where employees of all sizes feel respected and empowered. This session will provide strategies for shifting from traditional weight-centric wellness initiatives to inclusive, body-positive practices.
Redefining Wellness
Explore how traditional wellness ideals often exclude marginalized groups and provide strategies for promoting well-being that is inclusive of all bodies, especially those outside of the typical "fit" body image.
Intuitive Eating
Teach employees how to develop a healthier relationship with food, focusing on listening to internal cues and rejecting the diet mentality. This promotes a balanced and mindful approach to eating and well-being.
Body Trust® and Body Liberation
Help folks learn how to reconnect with their bodies and develop trust in their own internal wisdom, breaking free from diet culture and societal pressures. Focus on body acceptance, self-compassion, and liberation.
Size-Inclusive DEIB Training
Enhance your organization's diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) efforts by integrating a specialized focus on size inclusivity. Learn how to address size oppression and weight stigma in DEIB initiatives.
Professional Consultation Services
In addition to wellness programming, I provide expert consultation to help your organization enhance its inclusivity and ensure that your environment is welcoming for people of all sizes. Services include:
Policy Review and Development
We assess existing policies and help you develop new ones that promote size diversity and inclusivity. This service includes identifying areas of bias and making recommendations for change.
Environmental Assessments
We evaluate your organization’s physical environment — including seating, facilities, and overall accessibility — to ensure it is welcoming for all body sizes. Our goal is to create a more inclusive and comfortable workplace for all.
Size-Inclusive DEIB Training
This specialized DEIB training focuses on size inclusivity and body respect, addressing size oppression and weight stigma to ensure that your DEIB efforts are truly inclusive of all bodies.
Customized Workshops & Training
Workshops on intuitive eating, weight stigma, HAES®, and more, all tailored to your organization’s needs. These interactive sessions will engage your team and help implement long-lasting changes.
Strategic Planning & Implementation
Partner with us to develop and implement strategic plans for creating an inclusive workplace culture. We’ll help set goals, identify key initiatives, and measure progress toward building a supportive, size-inclusive environment.
Employee Feedback & Engagement
We can conduct surveys, focus groups, and feedback sessions to understand employees’ experiences with size inclusivity and ensure that your initiatives align with their needs.
Ongoing Support & Consultation
Receive continued support and feedback to help your organization sustain its inclusivity efforts. Regular check-ins and progress assessments ensure that you stay on track and evolve as needed.
In addition to workplace wellness, I provide consultation and training for healthcare providers looking to embed size-inclusive practices into patient care. Drawing from my experience implementing a size-inclusive care initiative at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), I offer real-world solutions for organizations and clinical teams striving to integrate weight-neutral care.
Services include:
Provider Education: Training for physicians, NPs, PAs, and medical staff on weight stigma, size-inclusive approaches to care, and providing patient-centered care.
Patient-Centered Care Development: Supporting the creation of size-inclusive intake forms, documentation practices, and communication strategies.
DEIB Integration: Aligning diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) goals with size-inclusive care principles for holistic, patient-centered practices.
Leadership Consultation: Collaborating with leadership teams to develop strategies, set measurable goals, and implement size-inclusive initiatives across your organization.
Example Presentation/Training Topics specific to Healthcare environments:
Weight Stigma and Anti-Fat Bias in Healthcare
Discuss the impact of weight stigma and anti-fat bias in healthcare settings and provide actionable strategies to mitigate bias in patient care. Focus on creating equitable, respectful, and patient-centered environments for all body sizes.
Size-Inclusive Healthcare: What It Is and Why It Matters
Provide healthcare professionals with the foundational understanding of size-inclusive care, its importance in improving patient outcomes, and strategies for integrating size inclusivity into clinical settings.
Health at Every Size (HAES)® Principles and Framework of Care
Introduce healthcare providers to the principles of HAES®, promoting well-being without focusing on weight. Learn how to provide care that emphasizes holistic health and honoring body diversity.
Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
Recognize that eating disorders are often overlooked in higher-weight bodies, leading to missed diagnoses and delayed care. This session will provide healthcare providers with tools for early identification of eating disorders, particularly in marginalized or higher-weight patients, and how to offer compassionate, size-inclusive care.
Communicating About GLP-1s and Weight-Related Medications
Equip healthcare providers with tools for discussing weight-related medications, such as GLP-1s, in a way that respects patient autonomy, minimizes stigma, and supports informed decision-making. Learn how to navigate sensitive conversations and offer patients options that align with their health values and goals.
Expertise: With extensive training in Health at Every Size® (HAES®), Intuitive Eating, and Body Trust®, I bring a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to your organization.
Healthcare Systems Experience: I’ve worked directly within healthcare settings, including Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), to implement size-inclusive care practices that focus on equity and patient-centered care.
Compassionate, Collaborative Approach: My warm, empathetic approach ensures that all participants feel respected, valued, and heard throughout the process. I focus on fostering genuine, transformative change.
Customized Solutions: Every presentation, workshop, and consultation is tailored to meet the specific needs of your organization or community, ensuring maximum impact.
Passion for Inclusivity: I am dedicated to creating spaces where every body is respected and supported, and I’m passionate about empowering organizations to make lasting, positive changes.
Contact me today to discuss your needs and how we can work together to achieve your goals.