Amy Stephens, MS, RD, CSSD, CEDS is an experienced sports dietitian specializing in performance nutrition and eating disorders in competitive athletes. With over 20 years of expertise, she provides both in-person and virtual counseling through her private practice based in the West Village of New York City.

Amy currently serves as the sports dietitian for NYU Athletics while also running her private practice. She focuses on helping athletes fuel effectively to reach peak performance, using the latest science-backed strategies tailored to each individual.  In addition, she supports professional runners on the Empire Elite Track Club, a team of athletes training to qualify for the U.S. Olympic team.

She holds advanced credentials as a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) and a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS), highlighting her specialized expertise in both high-performance athletics and the psychological aspects of nutrition.

With degrees from Syracuse University (BA) and New York University (MS in Clinical Nutrition), Amy combines academic knowledge with real-life experience. 

Whether she’s working with high school, collegiate or professional athletes, Amy uses a practical, personalized approach to help clients navigate training, competition, and recovery. She focuses on real food, flexible thinking, and sustainable long-term results.  Her goal is to shape healthy habits that will carry athletes confidently through their sport and beyond.

Amy’s expertise has been featured in Runner’s World, New York Times Running Newsletter, HOKA Voice, and Insider, covering topics from recovery snacks to hydration strategies. When she’s not working with clients or developing fueling plans, Amy can be found running near her home in Westchester, spending time with her family (four kids and two dogs) or experimenting with new recipes. She has completed ten marathons including two Boston Qualifying times, and two ultra marathons.