03/20/2026
✨ Staff Spotlight: Katharine Westfield, MS, RD, LD, CNSC, IEDS, Director of Nutrition ✨
Continuing with National Nutrition Month - we’re proud to highlight Katie, our Director of Nutrition, whose work helps adolescents rebuild trust with food and their bodies every day at Blue Ridge.
Katie’s passion for eating disorder recovery began while working in the ICU providing advanced nutrition support. Seeing patients with severe, end-stage eating disorders inspired her to focus on helping individuals heal their relationship with food earlier and support long-term recovery.
In her role, Katie works closely with residents to challenge food rules, rebuild trust with their bodies, and create a supportive environment where food freedom can grow. She also helps residents process body image concerns while strengthening self-esteem and recognizing that their worth goes far beyond a number on a scale or a clothing tag.
One of her favorite parts of working at Blue Ridge is walking alongside residents as they rediscover themselves and their confidence throughout recovery.
“Nourishment means helping adolescents see that food is a source of energy, comfort, connection, and care for their bodies.”
We’re grateful for the compassion, expertise, and heart she brings to the Blue Ridge community every day.💙
To learn more about our incredible staff at Blue Ridge visit: www.blueridgetreatment.com