Deja Ivy, RD

Deja Ivy, MS, RD, LD, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in Atlanta, Georgia, and the founder of Wellness with Soul™—a nutrition practice focused on personalized, culturally inclusive wellness. With over nine years of experience as a nutritionist and health coach, she helps clients build sustainable, balanced lifestyles without sacrificing the joy of food.

At Wellness with Soul™, Deja offers a tailored nutrition program. Her approach blends holistic, intuitive eating practices with evidence-based strategies. She specializes in areas such as PCOS, kidney disease, weight management, diabetes and more.

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Education & Clinical Background

Deja holds a Master’s degree in Health Sciences and Nutrition from Georgia State University and a Bachelor’s in Dietetics from Life University. Her clinical training includes work at Grady Hospital, Piedmont Hospital, and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Diabetes Clinic. She has also practiced at Emory University Hospital, Fresenius Medical Care, and WIC clinics in Atlanta.

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Advocacy & Leadership

Beyond her clinical practice, Deja is deeply involved in advancing equity in food access, nutrition, and health. Some of her former roles include Associate Director of Community Health where she has also led national awareness campaigns and community health screenings in rural and urban neighborhoods.

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Personal Touch

Deja enjoys creating savory pescatarian meals and values connecting with clients who are open to rethinking their relationship with food. Her practice accepts virtual appointments and works with a wide range of insurance providers.