Background
Throughout my career as a registered dietitian, I've worked in hospitals, long-term care, medically supervised weight management, outpatient counseling, and higher education as an adjunct university professor. While each role shaped my practice, it was my own health journey that ultimately led me to specialize in women's health and functional nutrition.
After spending more than a decade searching for answers, I was diagnosed with Stage IV endometriosis in 2020. Through evidence-based nutrition, lifestyle changes, and comprehensive evaluation, I used nutrition to support my recovery and continue to successfully manage my chronic inflammatory condition today. That experience inspired my passion for helping others navigate complex health concerns with compassion, curiosity, and individualized care.
At Sunshine State Nutrition & Wellness, we believe the best nutrition plan is one that's sustainable and tailored to the individual. Our group practice provides personalized, evidence-based medical nutrition therapy for clients with a wide range of health concerns while matching them with the dietitian whose expertise best fits their needs.
My approach focuses on identifying and addressing the factors contributing to your symptoms, not simply managing them. Together we'll review your medical history, laboratory data, medications, supplements, nutrition intake, lifestyle habits, and health goals to create a realistic plan that supports lasting progress.
I specialize in:
- Endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain
- PCOS and hormone health
- Fertility, preconception, and prenatal nutrition
- Thyroid disorders
- Digestive health
When you work with me, you can leave food guilt, restriction, and fad diets behind. I believe food is both fuel and enjoyment, and that nutrition should empowHER—not overwhelm—you. My goal is to help you better understand your body, feel confident in your choices, and build habits that improve your quality of life for years to come.
Current Availability
I am currently at full capacity and am not accepting new clients. Sunshine State Nutrition & Wellness is a group practice, and appointments are currently available with my colleague, Cristin Cruz, RD . If you're specifically interested in working with me, I am maintaining a waitlist for future openings. Cristin provides compassionate, evidence-based nutrition counseling for weight management, GLP-1 support, diabetes and prediabetes, cardiovascular health, and chronic disease management. She also offers nutrition counseling in both English and Spanish.
Availability
Approach
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 5 years clinical experience and a passion for helping women love their body through endometriosis, PCOS, pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, and beyond. As a member of the #1in10 community I am all too familiar with the medical gaslighting that happens for women and I aim to change that narrative. My goal is to serve as an ally for women, to be someone who listens AND makes you feel heard.
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Insurance accepted
Aetna, Anthem, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cash Pay, Cigna, Empire, Florida Blue, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)
Seeing members in
AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, MA, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, VA, WI
