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Nutrition Care That Trusts You First
At Numena Nutrition, we believe healing starts with trust — in your body, your story, and your right to guide your care.
We’re passionate about helping people navigate diabetes with fewer compromises, providing compassionate eating disorder care, and using IFS (Internal Family Systems) as a supportive tool when it’s helpful.
Our approach is weight-inclusive and trauma-informed, offering care that’s realistic and supportive no matter where you’re starting from.
If this is the support you’ve been waiting for:
"My experience with Annika at Numena was transformative."
Negin Ebrahimifard
RDN, CDCES
(she/her)
Negin has lived with Type 1 diabetes for over 25 years, including through two pregnancies. She knows firsthand the emotional and physical complexities—and the compromises—that come with managing a chronic condition.
Negin’s philosophy goes beyond blood sugar charts and meal plans. She focuses on understanding the "why" behind your patterns, supporting curiosity over shame, and empowering you to define health on your own terms.
When you work with Negin, you'll find a thoughtful co-captain who meets you with patience, grace, and real-world insight—helping you navigate both the science and the emotions of nourishment.
I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals of all ages and backgrounds, with a focus on empowerment, education, and well-being.
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Comprehensive Diabetes Care
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Support for Type 1, Type 2, maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY), latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), gestational diabetes, prediabetes, and new diagnoses
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Specialized guidance for preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum diabetes care
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Expertise in insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) use and monitoring
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Assistance with medication management and navigating insurance barriers
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Inclusive & Trauma-Informed Support
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Intuitive eating and body image healing grounded in a non-diet approach
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Relational, trauma-informed care that prioritizes safety and trust
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Affirming support for LGBTQIA+ individuals and families
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Experience working with clients who have neurodivergence
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Language Accessibility
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Bilingual services available in English and Farsi
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Conversational Spanish available for client support
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Respect for diverse food traditions and cultural practices
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Additional Areas of Focus
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Nutrition for insulin resistance and PCOS without restrictive dieting
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Gentle, sustainable blood sugar balance that honors your lifestyle
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Culturally sensitive, practical meal guidance tailored to you
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
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Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). Certified in diabetes management and education for both pediatric and adult populations.
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Education
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Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Arizona
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Minor in Spanish
University of Arizona
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Advanced Training & Continuing Education
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Completed Lily Nichols' Real Food for Gestational Diabetes training
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Currently completing Intuitive Eating Advocate training (exam pending)
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Presenter and attendee at the University of Washington Diabetes Update Conference (2020)
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Completed Beverly Thomassian Diabetes Educator Boot Camp
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Professional Leadership & Recognition
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Treasurer, Southern Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (SAZAND)
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Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year (2024)
Southern District, Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AZAND)
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Active Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
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Licensure
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Credentialed Dietitian Nutritionist, State of
Washington
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Credentialed Dietitian Nutritionist Oregon
Department of Health
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Negin Ebrahimifard
RDN, CDCES
(she/her)
Negin has lived with Type 1 diabetes for over 25 years, including through two pregnancies. She knows firsthand the emotional and physical complexities—and the compromises—that come with managing a chronic condition.
Negin’s philosophy goes beyond blood sugar charts and meal plans. She focuses on understanding the "why" behind your patterns, supporting curiosity over shame, and empowering you to define health on your own terms.
When you work with Negin, you'll find a thoughtful co-captain who meets you with patience, grace, and real-world insight—helping you navigate both the science and the emotions of nourishment.
I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals of all ages and backgrounds, with a focus on empowerment, education, and well-being.
Comprehensive Diabetes Care
Support for Type 1, Type 2, maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY), latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), gestational diabetes, prediabetes, and new diagnoses
Specialized guidance for preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum diabetes care
Expertise in insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) use and monitoring
Assistance with medication management and navigating insurance barriers
Inclusive & Trauma-Informed Support
Intuitive eating and body image healing grounded in a non-diet approach
Relational, trauma-informed care that prioritizes safety and trust
Affirming support for LGBTQIA+ individuals and families
Experience working with clients who have neurodivergence
Language Accessibility
Bilingual services available in English and Farsi
Conversational Spanish available for client support
Respect for diverse food traditions and cultural practices
Additional Areas of Focus
Nutrition for insulin resistance and PCOS without restrictive dieting
Gentle, sustainable blood sugar balance that honors your lifestyle
Culturally sensitive, practical meal guidance tailored to you
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). Certified in diabetes management and education for both pediatric and adult populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
University of ArizonaMinor in Spanish
University of Arizona
Advanced Training & Continuing Education
Completed Lily Nichols' Real Food for Gestational Diabetes training
Currently completing Intuitive Eating Advocate training (exam pending)
Presenter and attendee at the University of Washington Diabetes Update Conference (2020)
Completed Beverly Thomassian Diabetes Educator Boot Camp
Professional Leadership & Recognition
Treasurer, Southern Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (SAZAND)
Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year (2024)
Southern District, Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AZAND)Active Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Licensure
Credentialed Dietitian Nutritionist, State of
WashingtonCredentialed Dietitian Nutritionist Oregon
Department of Health
Annika Garman
RDN, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor (she/her/they)
For over a decade, Annika worked in hospital settings where healthcare often felt rushed, rigid, and disconnected from people's full humanity — especially for those navigating layered identities and systemic barriers. That experience shaped her deep commitment to a different kind of care.
Today, her approach is grounded in intuitive eating and Internal Family Systems (IFS); a therapeutic model that helps people understand and care for the different "parts" within themselves. She holds a deep belief that healing must honor the intersections of body, identity, culture, and lived experience.
When you work with Annika, you’ll find a thoughtful, compassionate guide who sees your wholeness and walks alongside you as you reclaim it.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) trained practitioner
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Eating disorder recovery: anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder
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Support for ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
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Intuitive eating and body image healing
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Non-diet approach to medical nutrition therapy
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Trauma-informed, relational nutrition support
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LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling
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Support for neurodivergent clients (ADHD, ASD, executive function challenges)
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
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Credentialed Dietitian/Nutritionist, State of Washington
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Credentialed Dietitian/Nutritionist, Oregon Department of Health
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Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor
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Licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator
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Completed Level 1 Training in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Middle Tennessee State University
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Dietetic Internship, National HealthCare Corporation
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Member, Association of Size Diversity and Health (ASDAH)
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Annika Garman
RDN, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor (she/her/they)
For over a decade, Annika worked in hospital settings where healthcare often felt rushed, rigid, and disconnected from people's full humanity — especially for those navigating layered identities and systemic barriers. That experience shaped her deep commitment to a different kind of care.
Today, her approach is grounded in intuitive eating and Internal Family Systems (IFS); a therapeutic model that helps people understand and care for the different "parts" within themselves. She holds a deep belief that healing must honor the intersections of body, identity, culture, and lived experience.
When you work with Annika, you’ll find a thoughtful, compassionate guide who sees your wholeness and walks alongside you as you reclaim it.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) trained practitioner
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Eating disorder recovery: anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder
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Support for ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
-
Intuitive eating and body image healing
-
Non-diet approach to medical nutrition therapy
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Trauma-informed, relational nutrition support
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LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling
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Support for neurodivergent clients (ADHD, ASD, executive function challenges)
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
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Credentialed Dietitian/Nutritionist, State of Washington
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Credentialed Dietitian/Nutritionist, Oregon Department of Health
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Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor
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Licensed Be Body Positive Facilitator
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Completed Level 1 Training in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Middle Tennessee State University
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Dietetic Internship, National HealthCare Corporation
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Member, Association of Size Diversity and Health (ASDAH)
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As Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs), we have the clinical training and real-world experience to help you with:
- Intuitive Eating and Body Image Healing
Rediscover how to nourish yourself without guilt, rigid rules, or confusion.
- Diabetes Empowerment and Care
Practical, judgment-free support for managing prediabetes, Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes.
- Eating Disorder Recovery
Compassionate support for healing from anorexia, ARFID, bulimia, binge eating, and emotional eating.
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
Evidence-based care for chronic conditions such as GI disorders, MCAS and hormone health.