ESI Consulting Services
At the Ellyn Satter Institute (ESI), we offer expert consultation for individuals and organizations looking to ensure their messages around adult eating and child feeding reflect the principles of the Satter models. Whether you’re writing an article, or developing a handout, curriculum or other educational project, ESI can help ensure your work meets our high standards for accuracy and consistency with the Satter models.
For those interested in the ESI Seal of Approval, consulting is the first step. Let’s work together to make your project the best it can be!

Handouts and Articles

Curriculums and Lesson Plans

Employee and School Wellness Policies and Programs

Public Service Campaigns, Website and Social Media Content

Parenting/Caregiving Programs

Topic Specific (e.g. Diabetes Education, Eating Disorders, etc.)

Staff Onboarding

Chapter or Book Review

Your IDEA!
What You Can Expect
- Expert Review: Our consultants will review your project to ensure alignment with the Satter models, and will provide recommendations and suggestions. (Note: editing services can be added upon request).
- Confidentiality: All submitted materials remain the property of the applicant and will be kept strictly confidential.
- Consulting Fees: $195/hour with a 2-hour minimum. The total cost depends on the scope of the project and is finalized in a letter of agreement before the consultation begins.
- Evaluation Rubric: We’ll be using this evaluation rubric to ensure your project aligns with the Satter models. You may use it at any point in your project to help reduce consultation time.
When should I contact ESI about consulting on my project?
You are welcome to consult with us at any time during your project – from concept inception to final review. However, in working with individuals and organizations over the years, we’ve learned that contacting us in the early stages saves time and valuable resources as clients learn the “how-to’s” of incorporating Satter’s principles for themselves. That said, we’ll gladly work with you at any stage of your project to ensure alignment with the Satter models.
We can also set aside an hour of consultation time to explore this timing further. Just reach out to [email protected] and we’ll set that up.
Consulting Process
- Complete the consulting application form and submit it to ESI (with deposit).
- Meet with an ESI consultant to discuss your needs and the scope of your project.
- Establish and finalize the consulting agreement (including the assignment of a specific ESI consultant).
- Engage with your ESI consultant (via email and/or Zoom) for project guidance, review and feedback.
Following consultation and pending project alignment, you can apply for the ESI Seal of Approval (optional).
Examples of Consulting Clients

Schools

Professional Organizations

Childcare Centers

Non-Profit Organizations

Government Agencies

Practitioners in Private Practice
Start
To begin, fill out the consulting application. We will get back to you within 7-10 business days to arrange a virtual meeting to discuss your needs and next steps.