Food Allergy Consulting & Educational Consultations
Food allergy consulting offers educational, non-therapeutic consultations for adults and parents seeking evidence-based information, resources, and clarity related to living with food allergies.
These sessions are designed for individuals who want guidance and perspective without engaging in therapy.
Virtual food allergy consulting is available for clients in any state.
Who Food Allergy Consulting is For
Food allergy consultations may be a good fit if you:
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Want to ask informed questions about living with food allergies, but do not need therapy
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Feel overwhelmed or stuck navigating a specific food allergy–related challenge
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Are seeking reputable, evidence-based information and resources
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Want help clarifying next steps or preparing for conversations with your allergist/care team
What Food Allergy Consultations Are
Educational food allergy consultations are discussions that are:
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100% informational and educational, offering evidence-based psychoeducation, recommendations, and resources
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Brief and targeted, typically limited to 1–3 meetings depending on your needs
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Focused on a specific topic or challenge, rather than ongoing emotional treatment
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Centered on education, problem-solving and gaining clarity, not psychotherapy
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Important Scope Clarification:
Food allergy consulting is not therapy and does not involve diagnosis, treatment of anxiety, or psychotherapy. These consultations also do not provide medical advice or replace care from an allergist or healthcare provider. Instead, meetings focus on education, understanding, and helping you feel more confident navigating allergy-related information and decisions.
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If you are seeking therapeutic support for anxiety or emotional overwhelm, therapy services are available for clients in Illinois, Florida, and Ohio
Common Topics Discussed
Session topics may focus on, but are not limited to:
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Food allergy–related psychoeducation for individuals or parents
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Understanding the emotional impact of food allergies without providing therapy
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Identifying why allergy life feels overwhelming and clarifying practical supports
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Developing a growth-oriented mindset when preparing for oral food challenges and considering treatment options such as oral immunotherapy (OIT)
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Preparing impactful questions to ask your allergist or allergy care team
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Reviewing information sources to determine whether they are evidence-based and helpful, or fueling anxiety and fear
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Recommendations for reputable food allergy-focused resources, information, and support
Why Work with Me
When seeking food allergy consultation services, it’s important to work with someone who is knowledgeable, reputable, and well-connected within the allergy field.
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Regarded as an allergy mental health, wellness, and parenting expert, and I regularly provide education through national presentations on these topics.
I am an active allied health member of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. I also regularly collaborate with allergists and allied healthcare professionals. Both of these things help me to stay current with evidence-based information and best practices.
While I do not provide medical guidance, my clinical experience and deep understanding of IgE-mediated food allergy allows me to help clients process information, identify reliable resources, and approach allergy management with greater balance and confidence.
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Learn more about my training, qualifications, and work:
Practical Details
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60- or 90-minute virtual meetings available (inquire for rates)
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Clients may reside in any state
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A written recap with recommendations and resources is provided after meeting
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Because consultations are educational and non-therapeutic, this service is not insurance-reimbursable and requires payment at the time of the meeting
"Tamara is wonderful! So grateful for her, and the resources and knowledge she provides to the food allergy community! Thank you!"
- S, parent of child with food allergies
"Tamara is amazing! Her information on food allergy anxiety is so helpful and I always recommend her to my food allergy friends."
-A, allergy mom, former allergy support group leader
"Tamara's warm demeanor and optimistic outlook paired with her prolific knowledge of food allergy and mental health is unparalleled. She has been an essential source of support for our family as we navigate the world of food allergy."
-Allergy mom & teen
"Tamara strategized and worked with me on a game plan on how to find services to address and calm my child's food allergy anxiety and fears. We appreciate Tamara and all that she has done to help us; it is more than she will ever know."
-A, parent of child with food allergies