Margaret Schwenke - Authentic Nourishment

Working with Margaret has been one of the most transformative experiences in my life. I have always struggled with food and my weight and have never been able to figure out how to help myself until now. I could go on for a very long time about all the little things that I realized about myself, my goals, and my values during this processes but I think the biggest thing is that Margaret helped give me the tools to find the best way for me to constantly remind myself on a daily basis of my goals and values and thus make choices that align with those goals and values. I am a very forgetful person when it comes to daily tasks and I have always hated and given up on dieting fairly quickly but now I feel excited when I think about what new meals I am going to make and I feel satisfied with my daily choices because it is coming from what I want and have discovered about myself and not some strict diet plan that was just given to me. Margaret is so supportive and insightful and I truly feel as Working with Margaret has been one of the most transformative experiences in my life. I have always struggled with food and my weight and have never been able to figure out how to help myself until now. I could go on for a very long time about all the little things that I realized about myself, my goals, and my values during this processes but I think the biggest thing is that Margaret helped give me the tools to find the best way for me to constantly remind myself on a daily basis of my goals and values and thus make choices that align with those goals and values. I am a very forgetful person when it comes to daily tasks and I have always hated and given up on dieting fairly quickly but now I feel excited when I think about what new meals I am going to make and I feel satisfied with my daily choices because it is coming from what I want and have discovered about myself and not some strict diet plan that was just given to me. Margaret is so supportive and insightful and I truly feel as Read More

I found Margaret 1.5 years ago when I was searching for some help with my nutrition. Margaret's mission resonated with me as I strongly felt that I knew the "right" food choices but would continuously reach for the "wrong" food choices - I knew there was more to it than just "right and wrong", and I wanted to understand/overcome the mental part of nutrition/health. I wasn't sure what exactly to expect with Margaret when first going in as I had never had any form of therapy in my life. To say that my experience with Margaret was life-changing is an understatement. I went in thinking I would get a little bit of help understanding why I make certain food choices over others (and ultimately why I was self sabotaging my own progress when it came to health). Not only did I gain that perspective, but even deeper perspective into decisions I make in pretty much every other area of my life. I learned so much about myself in a short amount of time. The growth I made as an individual is astoundin I found Margaret 1.5 years ago when I was searching for some help with my nutrition. Margaret's mission resonated with me as I strongly felt that I knew the "right" food choices but would continuously reach for the "wrong" food choices - I knew there was more to it than just "right and wrong", and I wanted to understand/overcome the mental part of nutrition/health. I wasn't sure what exactly to expect with Margaret when first going in as I had never had any form of therapy in my life. To say that my experience with Margaret was life-changing is an understatement. I went in thinking I would get a little bit of help understanding why I make certain food choices over others (and ultimately why I was self sabotaging my own progress when it came to health). Not only did I gain that perspective, but even deeper perspective into decisions I make in pretty much every other area of my life. I learned so much about myself in a short amount of time. The growth I made as an individual is astoundin Read More

It's not often I do reviews because they can be time consuming, but today I had the most beautiful conversation with Margaret. Through conversation I was able to feel the empathy and heart she truly has. Though my journey may take me down a different path, I left with a clear understanding of how caring, understanding and truly her desire to want to help people. Please, if you are looking for someone honest to work with in her area of expertise, look her up. You will be blessed to have the opportunity to work such a kind individual! It's not often I do reviews because they can be time consuming, but today I had the most beautiful conversation with Margaret. Through conversation I was able to feel the empathy and heart she truly has. Though my journey may take me down a different path, I left with a clear understanding of how caring, understanding and truly her desire to want to help people. Please, if you are looking for someone honest to work with in her area of expertise, look her up. You will be blessed to have the opportunity to work such a kind individual! Read More

I highly recommend Margaret and the program she has developed. I started working with her a few months ago at the recommendation of my daughter. I’d gained so much weight over the years, had terrible eating habits, felt exhausted or sick all the time and lost all self confidence. What Margaret did for me is nothing short of a miracle! She has a tremendous ability to listen with compassion in addition to having a wealth of knowledge on nutrition in general. I have lost weight without dieting or being hungry, I feel better than I have in a decades and my confidence has greatly improved. No matter your struggle, she can help. Working with Margaret is the best decision I ever made! I highly recommend Margaret and the program she has developed. I started working with her a few months ago at the recommendation of my daughter. I’d gained so much weight over the years, had terrible eating habits, felt exhausted or sick all the time and lost all self confidence. What Margaret did for me is nothing short of a miracle! She has a tremendous ability to listen with compassion in addition to having a wealth of knowledge on nutrition in general. I have lost weight without dieting or being hungry, I feel better than I have in a decades and my confidence has greatly improved. No matter your struggle, she can help. Working with Margaret is the best decision I ever made! Read More

My health and weight had been up and down since I can remember. Margaret worked with me to analyze my past eating habits, my choices and how to go forward. I have been working with Margaret for about a year and have had a great experience! We have focused on being intentional and how to make better choices. My health and weight has dramatically improved and I would strongly recommend her to anyone who needs to focus on improving their diet and overall health. My health and weight had been up and down since I can remember. Margaret worked with me to analyze my past eating habits, my choices and how to go forward. I have been working with Margaret for about a year and have had a great experience! We have focused on being intentional and how to make better choices. My health and weight has dramatically improved and I would strongly recommend her to anyone who needs to focus on improving their diet and overall health. Read More

My experience with Margaret has been nothing short of incredible. I went to her for over a year and feel like I'm living a more positive life now thanks to her. I first came to Margaret to help me address my binge eating episodes. And as someone with a history of anxiety and eating disorders, I had hoped Margaret could just suggest structured meal plans for me. This gradually transformed into so much more. I felt like Margaret became a close friend, who taught me so much about how food was how I manifested other stresses in life. She opened me up to the world of mindfulness, taught me how to start to love myself, how to feel gratitude and to start to celebrate the seemingly small positives in day to day life. I went through a very rough relationship experience, during which time she was also available off the clock for supportive phone calls in addition to weekly appointments, the type of support I so desperately needed at the time. Margaret taught me about how to mourne and how to My experience with Margaret has been nothing short of incredible. I went to her for over a year and feel like I'm living a more positive life now thanks to her. I first came to Margaret to help me address my binge eating episodes. And as someone with a history of anxiety and eating disorders, I had hoped Margaret could just suggest structured meal plans for me. This gradually transformed into so much more. I felt like Margaret became a close friend, who taught me so much about how food was how I manifested other stresses in life. She opened me up to the world of mindfulness, taught me how to start to love myself, how to feel gratitude and to start to celebrate the seemingly small positives in day to day life. I went through a very rough relationship experience, during which time she was also available off the clock for supportive phone calls in addition to weekly appointments, the type of support I so desperately needed at the time. Margaret taught me about how to mourne and how to Read More

I have had an absolutely phenomenal experience with Margaret so far! In the span that I she has worked with me, I have noticed so many positive changes in both my mental and physical states. I came to Margaret feeling "stuck" about my food choices and feeling like I was not making progress where progress was due. Thanks to Margaret's help, guidance, and teaching, I have been able to start seeing results in a way I did not think possible! She has turned my diet around and guided me to make healthier food choices for both my mind and body. Additionally, her support has been the most positive and helpful aspect of our work because she has provided a safe and non-judgmental environment to discuss any and every issue I encounter and struggle with. As other reviewers have stated, Margaret takes the time to get to know you and what YOUR body needs, rather than a "one size fits all" approach to nutrition/diet/eating healthily. I strongly feel that when our work comes to an end, I will have le I have had an absolutely phenomenal experience with Margaret so far! In the span that I she has worked with me, I have noticed so many positive changes in both my mental and physical states. I came to Margaret feeling "stuck" about my food choices and feeling like I was not making progress where progress was due. Thanks to Margaret's help, guidance, and teaching, I have been able to start seeing results in a way I did not think possible! She has turned my diet around and guided me to make healthier food choices for both my mind and body. Additionally, her support has been the most positive and helpful aspect of our work because she has provided a safe and non-judgmental environment to discuss any and every issue I encounter and struggle with. As other reviewers have stated, Margaret takes the time to get to know you and what YOUR body needs, rather than a "one size fits all" approach to nutrition/diet/eating healthily. I strongly feel that when our work comes to an end, I will have le Read More

I have fought a battle with food for decades. So much of my time, energy and resources were spent on the newest fad diet, cleanses, magic supplements, all the loose weight fast promises. I would start each new thing with less money in my bank account and a horrible attitude because so many other things were taken away in my effort to get my eating habits under control. All the things would work for a short period of time and then I’d go back to my old habits and shortly be in a worse off place than where I started. Finally I had had enough and decided to find a nutritionist to assist me. That was when I had the great fortune of meeting Margaret and being introduced to her Authentic Nourishment program. In working through the program with Margaret’s guidance, I learned that food was not my enemy after all. Her well thought out and well structured process is brilliant, perfectly ordered and for me filled with life bulb moments. Doing the work, meeting with Margaret and trusting the proc I have fought a battle with food for decades. So much of my time, energy and resources were spent on the newest fad diet, cleanses, magic supplements, all the loose weight fast promises. I would start each new thing with less money in my bank account and a horrible attitude because so many other things were taken away in my effort to get my eating habits under control. All the things would work for a short period of time and then I’d go back to my old habits and shortly be in a worse off place than where I started. Finally I had had enough and decided to find a nutritionist to assist me. That was when I had the great fortune of meeting Margaret and being introduced to her Authentic Nourishment program. In working through the program with Margaret’s guidance, I learned that food was not my enemy after all. Her well thought out and well structured process is brilliant, perfectly ordered and for me filled with life bulb moments. Doing the work, meeting with Margaret and trusting the proc Read More

My 12 sessions of 1:1 work with Margaret have made a positive impact on my behavior, not just around food and body image but also in other areas of my life. I especially appreciate Margaret's ability to foster deep reflection, strengthen my mindfulness practice and nudge me to connect the dots intellectually and emotionally. She is supportive and provides expert guidance and knowledge, but her approach emphasizes the need for the client to do the hard work. Highly recommend! My 12 sessions of 1:1 work with Margaret have made a positive impact on my behavior, not just around food and body image but also in other areas of my life. I especially appreciate Margaret's ability to foster deep reflection, strengthen my mindfulness practice and nudge me to connect the dots intellectually and emotionally. She is supportive and provides expert guidance and knowledge, but her approach emphasizes the need for the client to do the hard work. Highly recommend! Read More

I cannot begin to express how thankful I am to have participated in the program, Authentic Nourishment and especially to have met Margaret. Margaret has a developed a very thoughtful, intentional, science-based, and whole-self approach to helping individuals gain a better understanding of their relationship with food and in turn leading to a healthier relationship with their bodies. Margaret leads with compassion, knowledge and care. She has a unique ability to connect with people and to meet them where they are at. With her guidance, I feel that I am finally at a place in life (or maybe nearing that place) where I am at peace with myself and believe that I have the vital skills to adapt as needed when new challenges inevitably arise! I cannot begin to express how thankful I am to have participated in the program, Authentic Nourishment and especially to have met Margaret. Margaret has a developed a very thoughtful, intentional, science-based, and whole-self approach to helping individuals gain a better understanding of their relationship with food and in turn leading to a healthier relationship with their bodies. Margaret leads with compassion, knowledge and care. She has a unique ability to connect with people and to meet them where they are at. With her guidance, I feel that I am finally at a place in life (or maybe nearing that place) where I am at peace with myself and believe that I have the vital skills to adapt as needed when new challenges inevitably arise! Read More

My collaboration with Margaret proved to be a profoundly transformative and life-altering experience for me. Her approach, characterized by warmth and non-judgmental guidance, provided me with a unique opportunity to delve into my relationship with food in ways I had never explored before. Despite the deceptive difficulty of the work, Margaret's comforting presence and style significantly eased the process of engagement. As a result of our work together, I gained a much clearer understanding of my relationship with food, paving the way for positive and meaningful changes. For anyone seeking insight into their own struggles with food, I wholeheartedly recommend Margaret. She not only established a foundation of trust and understanding but consistently demonstrated unwavering support throughout our journey. Margaret's approach resonated exceptionally well with me, and it was her distinctive engagement in this work that truly made a difference in my experience. My collaboration with Margaret proved to be a profoundly transformative and life-altering experience for me. Her approach, characterized by warmth and non-judgmental guidance, provided me with a unique opportunity to delve into my relationship with food in ways I had never explored before. Despite the deceptive difficulty of the work, Margaret's comforting presence and style significantly eased the process of engagement. As a result of our work together, I gained a much clearer understanding of my relationship with food, paving the way for positive and meaningful changes. For anyone seeking insight into their own struggles with food, I wholeheartedly recommend Margaret. She not only established a foundation of trust and understanding but consistently demonstrated unwavering support throughout our journey. Margaret's approach resonated exceptionally well with me, and it was her distinctive engagement in this work that truly made a difference in my experience. Read More