Background
Hi there! I am Katie Jackson, a Registered Dietitian based in Minneapolis, Minnesota with over 13 years’ experience in the field. I earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics from Iowa State University in 2009 followed by an Accredited Dietetic Internship with an emphasis in Medical Nutrition Therapy in 2010. Early into my career as a Dietitian, I became Certified as a Weight Management Dietitian in 2011 and later in 2015, I earned a Master of Science Degree in Nutrition and Wellness from Benedictine University.
My journey in nutrition began when I cared for a young child with cerebral palsy who was fully dependent in all her cares. I assisted with administering her tube feedings, medications, and daily exercises, along with interactive play and stroller rides. I was able to see firsthand the profound impact nutrition had on her ability to flourish. From that moment, I knew my calling was to help others thrive through the power of food.
Throughout my career, I have gained expertise in personalized menu planning, intuitive eating, weight management, food sensitivities, oncology, digestive health, chronic kidney disease and heart health. I also have a keen interest in the significant role the gut plays in our overall health, specifically our immune system and hormones.
I am a firm believer that having a healthy lifestyle is rooted in having a healthy relationship with food with an emphasis on healing our body from the inside out. My philosophy is a non “diet” approach, incorporating evidence- based practices that allow you to have flexibility in your food choices while still meeting your healthcare goals.
In our time together, you can expect me to advocate for your health, actively listen and seek to understand, to be your Dietitian detective to help uncover the root cause of your symptoms and provide a personalized nutrition plan that is tailored to your needs.
Outside of working with clients, I keep busy with transporting my three children to their activities or taking my two German Shepherds to the park to chase sticks. In my down time, I enjoy reading fiction novels, being in the kitchen, enjoying a nice fire pit after the sun has set, and spending quality time with my family and friends.
I look forward to the opportunity to become part of your healthcare journey!
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Approach
"I strive to build rapport with my client in the initial session before diving into education and a nutrition treatment plan. I would call myself a Dietitian Detective as I collaborate with my client to uncover their individual needs. We work together to set attainable goals that will lead to client specific long term healthy outcomes. I take into account the whole person (mind, body, emotion) not just nutrition. I advocate for my client by partnering with their health care team."
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Insurance accepted
Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Select Health, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)
Seeing clients in
AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
