Jillian Acosta, a registered dietitian, specializes in functional medicine and the psychology of eating. Owner of the nutrition private practice, The Root Cause Method, she guides clients towards health and vitality in unconventional ways. Jillian believes many of the chronic illnesses exacerbated by obesity are deeply rooted in trauma. In her practice, she works with ketamine as a powerful tool to help her clients transform their relationship with food, feelings, and Self.
Transforming Wellness: Jillian Acosta on Healing Through the Root Cause Method
We delve into the transformative world of functional nutrition and trauma healing with Jillian Acosta, a registered dietitian and founder of the Root Cause Method. Specializing in functional medicine and the psychology of eating, Jillian empowers individuals to redefine their relationship with food and health by addressing the deep-rooted traumas that drive chronic illnesses.
Jillian’s innovative integration of ketamine therapy allows her clients to access the subconscious mind, uncover unresolved wounds, and break free from compulsive behaviors around food. Through her programs, including The Garden and Wildflower, she combines personalized nutritional protocols, group dynamics, and guided introspection to foster profound healing and empowerment.
In this conversation, Jillian shares insights into the primal and emotional connections between food and childhood experiences, the physiological and psychological shifts she witnesses in her clients, and the role psychedelics play in regulating the nervous system and healing trauma. She also opens up about her personal journey, from struggling with eating disorders to finding liberation through psychedelics and becoming a beacon of hope for others.
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