**Bio:**
As a registered dietitian with four years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient clinical settings, I am passionate about making nutrition accessible, effective, and empowering for each of my clients. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, I bring both professional expertise and personal insight to my work; as someone with Celiac Disease, I understand firsthand the challenges of managing specific diets and am committed to helping my clients navigate their unique journeys with confidence.
**Expectations for Clients:**
When clients come to me, they can expect a personalized, evidence-based approach to nutrition. I believe each individual is unique, so I focus on creating clear, achievable goals that fit their specific needs and lifestyle. I prioritize discussing dietary recommendations in a way that’s easy to understand and develop an actionable plan clients feel confident they can succeed with.
**Specialties and Focus Areas:**
While I work with a variety of medical conditions, my specialty is in gastrointestinal health, where I have extensive experience with conditions like Celiac Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, short bowel syndrome, gastroparesis, GERD, fatty liver, cirrhosis, and tube feeding. I also assist patients with chronic kidney disease, diabetes, blood sugar management, cardiovascular health, and those following a low-FODMAP diet. With each client, I work to bring clarity to complex dietary needs and ensure they feel supported in achieving their health goals.
**Personal Approach and Passion:**
My journey in nutrition began with a love for understanding how food fuels our bodies and impacts our health. In my dietetics training, I discovered not only how food can prevent illness but also how it can manage and even treat various health conditions. My passion lies in helping patients overcome misconceptions about nutrition and make meaningful progress toward their health goals.
Currently, I work in a clinical facility that accepts only internal referrals, but due to demand, I joined Fay to help reach those in the community who need support. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband and our two dogs, soaking up the Phoenix sunshine whenever the weather allows.
Aetna, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)
AZ, CA, CO, HI, MI, NJ, VA