Holistic Feeding Therapy
HELPING CHILDREN MOVE FROM FEAR TO CONFIDENCE USING A WHOLE CHILD APPROACH
Is a Holistic Approach to Feeding Therapy the Best?
Yes—here’s why we believe it’s not just better, but essential.
At Foodology, we believe the best feeding therapy doesn’t just check boxes — it transforms lives. Our holistic model is designed for children who haven’t made progress in traditional settings, and for families who are ready to stop just managing feeding and start truly understanding it.
This is why families across Long Island, New York, and beyond trust us when everything else hasn’t worked.
Why So Many Families Come to Us After Traditional Therapy Hasn’t Worked
Many of the families we serve come to us after months or even years of traditional feeding therapy—often discouraged, frustrated, and still stuck. When we take the time to truly listen and evaluate what was done in previous therapy, we often discover that their child was receiving support that falls squarely on the left side of the chart—behavior-based, reward-driven, or surface-level strategies that don’t match the depth of their child’s needs.
The reality? These children didn’t fail therapy.
They were never given the right kind of therapy.
Why This Happens More Than It Should
Unfortunately, many traditional or insurance-based therapy models are limited in what they can offer:
Sessions are short and limited in number, leaving little time to build trust or dig deep
Evaluations are rushed and rarely uncover the full picture (sensory issues, oral motor delays, mindset blocks, gut issues, etc.)
Therapists are often generalists, not specialists trained in complex or fearful feeding
Reimbursement rates are low, meaning therapists are overbooked and under-resourced
At Foodology, we take the opposite approach. We specialize only in feeding, and we work outside of restrictive systems so we can go deeper, think holistically, and create lasting change.
What Makes Our Approach Holistic?
We don't just look at what your child is or isn’t eating —we dig deeper. Our therapy integrates:
This comprehensive 4 Pillar lens allows us to create personalized strategies that honor your child’s nervous system, needs, and natural desire to grow.
Who We Help
Know this program is exactly what your family needs? Jump right in and start watching video lessons immediately. No waiting, no pressure — just step-by-step support at your own pace.
Click Here To View A Sample Roadmap
We can help you determine if this program is a good fit for your family’s needs
Here’s How It Works
Step 1: The Deep Dive Evaluation—A Roadmap to Real Change
We begin with our signature, comprehensive evaluation called The Mealtime Roadmap. This is not a quick screening or something your insurance typically covers. It’s a true deep dive into why your child is struggling—not just what they are eating. This is a comprehensive, systems-based feeding roadmap that explains why feeding has stalled and what to focus on first across oral motor skills, sensory regulation, nervous system readiness, and gut health. Families leave knowing exactly what matters, what doesn’t, and what order to address things in — without trial and error.
Your Roadmap includes:
A full sensory and oral-motor assessment
Feeding behavior + anxiety/mindset analysis
Review of medical history and mealtime routines
- Analysis of nutrition and identification of nutrition gaps
Gut Health Lab Testing (microbiome health score & analysis)
90-Food Sensitivity Testing (identifies the foods causing inflammation—not the same as allergy testing)
Before we meet, you’ll complete paperwork and send short videos so we can thoroughly prepare.
Then we meet for a 75–90 minute evaluation where we walk through all findings in real time.
Afterward, you receive a clear written summary, plus a personalized, step-by-step plan that outlines exactly how to move your child forward.
Step 2: 8 Implementation Sessions
The first phase of therapy is all about safety, regulation, and stability—the same way braces gently set the foundation before the teeth shift.
Even though you won’t see instant eating breakthroughs, this phase is where families feel the biggest emotional relief because mealtimes finally start to calm down.
Here’s what this phase looks like:
- 8 Implementation Sessions We meet weekly or biweekly to build momentum, make real-time adjustments, and ensure your child feels safe and successful. This consistency is especially important for children in the Fearful or Stuck stage.
- Safe & Sound Protocol Setup We get your child started on the Safe and Sound Protocol, a gentle, music-based nervous system program that reduces food fears, anxiety, overwhelm, and shutdowns.
This alone often creates the first noticeable shift in willingness and calm. - Immediate Access to Course Materials You’ll dive into the Unlocking Mealtimes materials right away so you know exactly how to support your child between sessions. We keep this simple and digestible so you can start taking action immediately.
- Early Wins That Build Confidence You’ll begin noticing small but meaningful changes—calmer meals, less pressure, more connection, and fewer battles at the table. These early wins are intentional. They show your child’s nervous system (and yours) that things can be different.
Step 3: Growth & Transformation
With a solid foundation in place, this is where we start expanding foods and building real confidence at the table.
- Expand Food Variety We use food chaining, sensory exploration, and oral-motor strengthening to help your child accept new foods without pressure. Progress feels doable—not overwhelming.
- Use Gut + Sensitivity Results Strategically Your child’s results guide which foods we add, which we pause, and how we support digestion and inflammation so eating feels better in their body.
- Ongoing Coaching as You Grow Sessions stay weekly or shift to biweekly as your child progresses. We continuously adjust the plan so you always know what to do next.
Families typically see:
More foods added
Less anxiety and resistance
Better chewing and swallowing
More flexibility and curiosity
Calmer meals and happier kids
This is where everything comes together—and where long-term change happens.
This occurs after the included 8 implementation sessions and is a monthly cost of $400 per month. Can be cancelled whenever you feel you have met your goals.
Why Families Choose Us
If you’re here, you’ve probably already tried waiting it out, bribing, or even traditional therapy—and it didn’t work. That’s because most approaches don’t address the whole child.
We work with moms who are ready to dig deeper. The ones who know in their gut something more is going on—and refuse to settle for another surface-level checklist.
This program is not for families looking for a quick fix.
It’s for parents who are ready to commit to a proven process, who want to understand the why behind their child’s struggles, and who will do what it takes to help them thrive.
Unlike insurance-based clinics, we specialize exclusively in feeding therapy—and we bring together gut health, sensory regulation, oral-motor skills, and mindset. That’s why families all over the world choose Foodology Feeding: because they’re done guessing, and ready to act.
👉 If that’s you, your next step is simple: schedule your evaluation and start your roadmap to mealtime success.
What Happy Parents Have To Say
Before feeding therapy, my son was over one years old and still on purées. With Krystal’s help, my son is now THRIVING and eating anything and everything! It’s amazing. At his 2 year doctor appointment even the pediatrician was impressed with how far he has come with eating. Krystal is highly knowledgeable and explains everything she does. Without her help I don’t know where my son would be. Thank you, thank you, thank you! ❤️
Nicole Razzano
My son has been working with the feeding therapists for over a year now. They are all so amazing!! He has had and still has some sensory issues, particularly with food. We really have seen a change in him and his ability to interact with and eat a variety of foods. He loves to be in the kitchen! I can’t even express how thankful we are to have found Foodology.
Monica Tanna
I am 32 years old and have been an extremely picky eater my whole life. My parents tried so many things to get me to eat better – a therapist, reward system and punishment. Nothing worked. I have tried on my own for years and was only able to add on a few foods. Then I looked online for help and found [Foodology Feeding]! Christine Miroddi was able to tell me why I am so picky (tongue tied) and help me try all different foods. She took the steps with me slowly so to not stress me and it worked!! I even tried salmon and liked it and I always said I’ll never try fish. She is a life saver!
Rachel Nunez
They helped my son go from not wanting to put any solid foods even close to his mouth, to trying all sorts of new foods in just a few months. The therapists worked with him on his sensory issues, on self-feeding, and on learning to chew. They were patient and friendly, and through play, made it a very enjoyable experience for my son. I highly recommend this practice to anyone who needs speech and/or feeding therapy. I will never forget how much they helped my son and I am forever grateful to them.
Sheena Rafinia
Olivia is very friendly and extremely engaging with my daughter. My daughter has a fear for doctors and nurses in general or even family members sometimes but the from the moment Olivia walk in I don’t think there’s any time where she cried or didn’t want to do her therapy. My daughter has progressed a lot in the little time span and that’s all thanks to the hard-work of Olivia.. She has a way to make feeding interesting and she takes her time with my daughter… I can’t recommend her enough…
Anisha Seewoo
OUR THERAPY PRACTICE
Healing and Empowering Lives:
Our practice and company are focused on the belief that true healing comes from you, the parents and caregivers. We are committed to guiding our parents and families by helping you turn challenges into stepping steps on your path of self-discovery and personal growth.
Start your Journey of Transformation
This isn’t solely about resolving your child’s current challenges; it’s an opportunity to revolutionize mealtime dynamics and foster a positive connection between your child and food, as well as between you and your child. Every child deserves a wholesome relationship with food. Take the initial step and reach out to us today.
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