The MENTORD Podcast

Struggling with imposter syndrome in your career as a dietitian? In Part 2 of this MENTORD Podcast series, Bethany and Danielle move beyond naming the problem and share practical strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome.

Whether you’re a student, new RD, or seasoned professional, you’ll learn tools to quiet self-doubt, recognize your strengths, and step more confidently into your role. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, start there for the stories and context—then come back here for the solutions.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Five practical strategies to reframe imposter thoughts.
• How to recognize your expertise and celebrate small wins.
• Why comparison is a trap—and how to shift your perspective.
• Tools for building confidence in both outpatient and private practice settings.
• How mentorship and community can accelerate your growth.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Motivational Interviewing in Health & Fitness by Dawn Clifford and Laura Curtis

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Ever feel like you’re not “enough” as a dietitian—even with the RDN credentials to prove it? You’re not alone. In Part 1 of this MENTORD Podcast series, Bethany and Danielle dive into imposter syndrome in dietetics, sharing the very real ways it has shown up in their careers.

Through personal stories and reflections, they normalize what so many dietitians experience: questioning your expertise, comparing yourself to others, and worrying you don’t belong. This episode sets the stage for practical tools (coming in Part 2) to help you shift from self-doubt to confidence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What imposter syndrome is—and why it’s so common in dietetics.
• How it shows up for dietitians in both clinical and private practice.
• Personal stories from Bethany and Danielle about navigating self-doubt.
• Why mentorship and community can help you feel less isolated.
• How this series will help you move toward confidence and career clarity.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin

The Highly Sensitive Person

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Want more support in shaping your own nutrition counseling style? In Part 2 of this series on The MENTORD Podcast, Bethany and Danielle continue exploring what it looks like to create a session style that feels authentic and sustainable as a dietitian.

From how you open and close sessions, to the way you set up your office or take notes, your style can make the difference between feeling drained and feeling confident. In this follow-up episode, Bethany and Danielle share more about their personal approaches and offer guidance to help you discover a style that fits your personality, values, and practice setting.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to refine your counseling style after trying different approaches.
• Why authenticity matters more than “doing it right.”
• Practical tips for adjusting session flow, structure, and environment.
• Examples of how small tweaks (like note-taking or tone) can shift client connection.
• Ways to bring consistency into your practice without feeling rigid.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison

The F*ck It Diet by Caroline Dooner

Hunger by Roxanne Gay

The Body Positive (Embody by Connie Sobczak)

A Beautiful Work in Progress by Mirna Valerio

Dana Sturtevant/Center for Body Trust

Freebies & Tools

• 🎁 Figuring Out Your Style as a Dietitian → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Looking for mentorship on how to run your nutrition sessions with confidence? In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, Bethany and Danielle explore what it means to find your authentic counseling style as a dietitian—whether you’re in inpatient care, outpatient settings, or private practice.

Your “style” goes beyond what you wear—it’s about how you structure each session, take notes, and create a space where clients feel supported. Bethany and Danielle share their own approaches and give you practical ideas for discovering what works best for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why your session style matters for client trust and professional confidence.
• How to choose a structure for starting and ending sessions.
• Note-taking strategies (from templates to freestyle, digital or paper).
• How office setup and personal presentation influence the client experience.
• Ways to make your counseling style feel authentic—without copying someone else.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison

The F*ck It Diet by Caroline Dooner

Hunger by Roxanne Gay

The Body Positive (Embody by Connie Sobczak)

A Beautiful Work in Progress by Mirna Valerio

Dana Sturtevant/Center for Body Trust

Freebies & Tools

Mini Guide: How to Find Your Nutrition Counseling Style → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Looking for real dietitian mentorship and nutrition career support? In this episode of The MENTORD Podcast, Bethany and Danielle dive into why boundaries are essential for dietitians in private practice and outpatient care.They share the exact boundaries they’ve set with clients, colleagues, and themselves—and how those decisions have protected their wellbeing and helped them build sustainable careers.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why boundaries aren’t optional if you want a long-term career in nutrition.
• The most common boundary challenges dietitians face with clients and coworkers.
• Practical scripts and strategies for saying “no” without guilt.
• How clear practice policies support both you and your clients.

Freebies & Tools

• 🎁 Boundaries Are a Must for Dietitians → Download Now

Stay Connected

• 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @mentordpod
• 🌐 Website → https://www.mentordpod.com/

Hosts

• Connect with Bethany: B. Wheeler Nutrition → @bethanydietitian
• Connect with Danielle: Southern Nutrition → @southernutritionllc

Extras

• ✨ Anti-Diet Designs Merch → Shop Now
• 🎧 Share this episode with another dietitian who needs mentorship

Enjoyed this episode? Don’t miss what’s next—follow The MENTORD Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and share it with another dietitian who needs mentorship.

About the Hosts:

Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern are registered dietitians with years of experience in outpatient care, eating disorder treatment, and private practice mentorship. Together, they created The MENTORD Podcast to provide the support, tools, and real-world conversations that dietitians wish they had in school.

Ever wish you had a mentor to guide you through all the things your dietetics program didn’t cover? That’s what this podcast is all about. The MENTORD Podcast offers dietitian mentorship, nutrition career support and real-world advice for private practice and eating disorder care.

In this introductory episode, co-hosts Bethany Wheeler and Danielle Southern share how their mentorship journey began, why every dietitian needs support, and what’s coming in Season 1: The Top 10 Things You Need to Know as a Dietitian.

Welcome to The MENTORD Podcast! A podcast for dietitians + RDs2be where we talk about the stuff that makes you a better dietitian but you don't learn in school (or your internship).

*This content represents the opinions of the consultant. It carries no endorsement by their employers.*