Caryn Honig
Summary
Dynamic nutrition expert with extensive experience at Texas Children’s Hospital, specializing in eating disorders and weight management. Proven track record in developing impactful wellness programs and leading engaging lectures. Skilled in nutritional counseling and team leadership, fostering recovery and promoting health in diverse populations. Passionate about empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner and Director
The Healthy Weigh Nutritional Counseling Services
01.1997 - 01.2022
- Counseled individuals facing eating disorders and disordered eating to promote recovery.
- Facilitated Houston's longest-running weekly support group for eating disorders.
- Authored and distributed a weekly newsletter to over 500 recipients.
- Supervised registered dietitians and office managers to ensure operational excellence.
- Managed dietetic contracts for local hospitals.
- Oversaw dietary interns, providing mentorship and guidance.
- Owned and operated the practice, driving all business decisions.
Senior Clinical Dietitian
Texas Children’s Hospital, Employee Health and Wellness
01.1993 - 01.2019
- Counseled TCH employees with various nutrition needs
- Presented a 3-part “Mindful Eating” lecture series twice yearly
- Conducted “Mindful Eating” lectures to various departments including OR nurses, physicians, and off-site staff
- Developed and implemented Diabetes and Hypertension Management Programs
- Hired and supervised CDEs/RDs/LDs to assist with programs
Education
Doctor of Education - Higher Education And Adult Learning
Walden University
01.2019
Master of Education -
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Texas Health Science Cener T
Houston, TX01.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
University of Denver
Denver, CO01.1988
Skills
- Eating disorders/disordered eating
- Weight management
- Health and wellness
- Nutritional counseling
References
Available upon request
Awards
Nutrition Educator of the Year 2016 – Texas Dietetic Association, University of Denver Sports Hall of Fame – 2008 (tennis), University of Denver Female Athlete of the Year - 1988, Completed 47 full marathons including 5 Boston Marathons, Completed 1 50-mile endurance running race and 1 full Ironman triathlon
Certification
- Licensed Dietitian in Texas – LD04485
- Registered Dietitian in the United States – RD 834561
Affiliations
- Houston Eating Disorders Specialists
- American Dietetic Association
Publications
- Eating Disorders: It’s Not About Food or Weight
- Eating Disorders 101
- Binge Eating Disorder: Identification, Prevention, Recovery
- Just Say No To Diets
- Eating Disorders: What Every Dietitian Needs To Know
- Mindful and Intuitive Eating
- Beyond The Meal Plan: Using Non Traditional Techniques in Eating Disorder Treatment
- ...and many more
PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON
- Introduction to Nutritional Counseling – 2004 to present
- Cultural Competency – 2024 to present
- Dietetics as a Profession – 2022 to present
- Other courses taught:
- Current Issues in Eating Disorders
- Nutrition in the Life Cycle
- Community Nutrition
- Introduction to Human Nutrition
Timeline
Owner and Director
The Healthy Weigh Nutritional Counseling Services
01.1997 - 01.2022
Senior Clinical Dietitian
Texas Children’s Hospital, Employee Health and Wellness
01.1993 - 01.2019
Doctor of Education - Higher Education And Adult Learning
Walden University
Master of Education -
University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Texas Health Science Cener T
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
University of Denver
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