Ellen is Lancaster’s Dietitian.
Born and raised in Lancaster County, Ellen’s deep connection to her community inspires the compassionate care she brings to her work. With a strong passion for both nutrition and movement, she is dedicated to supporting others on their wellness journeys. In addition to being a registered dietitian, Ellen is a certified Pilates instructor through Body Precision.
Ellen joined the Lancaster Dietitian team in the fall of 2023, bringing with her two years of experience as an outpatient dietitian at Penn Medicine LGH’s Healthy Weight Management and Bariatric Center. She specializes in general nutrition, sustainable weight management, women’s health, FODMAPS and pre- and post-bariatric care.
Her approach is personalized and supportive, empowering each client to feel confident in nourishing their bodies and making lasting, meaningful lifestyle changes.
Outside of work, Ellen enjoys spending time with family and friends, cheering on her husband’s baseball team, exploring Lancaster’s vibrant food scene, and volunteering with the Junior League of Lancaster.
Born and raised in Lancaster County, Theresa Shank is a passionate dietitian who has made a name for herself as The Philly Dietitian.
After building a successful practice counseling clients across Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs, Theresa was given the opportunity to expand the Philly Dietitian brand back in her hometown of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. By launching Lancaster Dietitian, she’s able to bring her vision of promoting healthy, balanced living to the community where her passion for nutrition and wellness first began.
How A Dietitian Can Help
Nutrition Counseling Services
Theresa & Ellen’s services are available to the Lancaster County community and surrounding areas through HIPPA-compliant Zoom video conferencing and phone calls. Their consultations typically focus on the following services:
Weight Loss Management
Interested in losing, gaining, or maintaining your weight? Theresa can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to make lasting, sustainable changes.
Now offering customized meal planning.
Sports Nutrition & Performance
Theresa has always had a passion for sports nutrition. As an avid runner, Theresa knows and appreciates the impact proper nutrition has on overall performance before, during and after exercise.
Nutrition for Hormonal Wellness, Fertility & Pregnancy
Whether you’re planning a pregnancy, currently expecting, or navigating hormone imbalances like PCOS, we provide expert nutrition guidance to support your fertility, balance your hormones, and nourish both you and your growing baby for a healthy journey.
Grocery Store Tour
For some, grocery shopping can be a daunting task, but it does not need to be! Allow Theresa to meet you at your favorite grocery store where she will walk with your aisle by aisle.
Eating Disorder Counseling
Theresa caters to the diverse needs of individuals with eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and related mental health problems by providing them with the tools they need to succeed in recovery and everyday life.
GI Disorders & Food Allergies
Symptoms of digestive disorders are diverse and numerous, ranging from constipation or diarrhea to abdominal bloat, pain, or heart burn. If you find yourself suffering from symptoms that make eating unpleasant then come, see Theresa.
Disease Prevention and Management
Allow Theresa to help you improve your health and wellbeing by educating you on how to apply appropriate science-based recommendations and dietary behavior modification towards the management of your condition.
Group Sessions
Group sessions (1-3 people): Having people around you who are working towards similar nutritional goals as yourself can be beneficial to all individuals involved so gather up your friends, family members or colleagues to embark upon a wellness journey together!
What Can Theresa & Ellen Do For You?
Lancaster Office
