Maribel Rivera, RD

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Background

Hi, I’m Maribel Rivera, RDN, LD, BCBC—a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 20 years of experience helping people improve their health and relationship with food through compassionate, evidence-based care.  I specialize in a wide range of areas including diabetes education, weight management, bariatric nutrition, chronic condition support, and more.

I believe in treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis, and I’m committed to meeting each client where they are with personalized guidance that fits their lifestyle, culture, and goals.

I earned my bachelor’s degree in nutrition and completed my dietetic internship in Puerto Rico, and that foundation has shaped my culturally sensitive and inclusive approach to care. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working across clinical, community, and outpatient settings, and I bring that diverse experience into every session.

Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, working toward a healthier relationship with food, or just trying to feel your best day-to-day, I’m here to support you with empathy, expertise, and practical strategies that actually work.

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Approach

"Over 20 years of expereince as a nutrition expert have given me the expertise and passion for helping people rebuild their relationship with food, fuel their bodies confidently, and reach their health goals through real-life, sustainable strategies. I combine the science of nutrition with the art of behavior change to support lasting transformations."

Specialties

Weight Loss
Diabetes
High Cholesterol
High Blood Pressure
Vegan & Vegetarian
Pregnancy & Postpartum
Kidney Disease
Pediatrics
GERD
Bariatric
General Nutrition

Modalities

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Meal Planning
🍴
Intuitive Eating
📊
Accountability
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Motivational Interviewing
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Elimination Diet
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Relationship With Food
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Mind-Body Connection
🏃
Exercise
💊
Supplement Management
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Plant-Based

Insurance accepted

Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, Select Health, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Seeing clients in

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, ID, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Location

4419 Dove Meadow Lane, Lakeland, FL 33810
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Reviews
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AI summary of written reviews

Clients consistently describe Jane as warm, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. Many highlight noticeable improvements in their eating habits, energy, and confidence after just a few weeks of working with her.

While a handful of clients hoped for more structured follow‑up, the vast majority praise her for setting realistic goals and explaining nutrition in a way that finally “clicks.”

Overall, Jane is highly recommended for anyone looking for thoughtful, supportive guidance.

6 clients left publicly written reviews
2 days ago

Jane completely changed how I think about food. She’s patient, knowledgeable, and explains things in a way that actually makes sense.

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