Background
Hi there! I’m Tamika and I am a Registered Dietitian(RD) and a Foodie!! I have been an RD since 2008 and I believe very much in Weight, Food, Size and Culture inclusivity when it comes to my counseling approach. I believe diet and health is very much personal and there is no standard blueprint – Live your best life, whatever that looks like for you individually. I am committed to helping clients rediscover the joy of eating – without shame, judgment or guilt.
A few things about me - I am a lifelong resident of Jackson, MS. I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from Jackson State University (Thee I Love!) and a Master’s degree in Nutrition from the University of Southern Mississippi. I completed my Dietetic Internship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. I currently work as a Clinical Dietitian in the hospital setting as well as serving as the Bariatric Dietitian for their weight loss clinic.
Throughout my career, education has been my focus. Basic nutrition education is the foundation to managing nutrition related chronic conditions such as Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Hyperlipidemia, as well as weight management. I believe that a balanced diet can be your first line of defense in meeting health and weight goals.
Living in a part of the world labeled the fattest in the nation, I knew I wanted to understand the connection between food and health. Due to my own experience in a larger body, in a Black body, especially as a Dietitian, I know all too well the struggle of chronic dieting, the shame and guilt of not meeting goals. This lived experience inspired me to start my own private practice to help others with similar struggles. I understand it is not easy seeking out help for issues that can be stigmatizing. However, I am here to help guide you on your journey, tailor a plan to fit your needs, establish realistic and sustainable goals, all while enjoying food! I am continuously inspired by my clients who continue to show up and do the work, fall off and get back on track, meet their goals, make the changes and improve their quality of life.
In my spare time I love traveling and trying new foods in different areas, cooking while listening to true crime documentaries, rewatching the Harry Potter movies and spending time with family and friends!
I look forward to working with you!
Availability
Approach
"I like to meet clients where they are. I need to know barriers, limitations and what has worked for clients in the past. It is also important to discuss what has not worked. This helps both myself and the client work together to establish realistic, sustainable goals with action steps tailored to the client's lifestyle. Every client is different and my job initially is to listen."
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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, IL, IN, MA, MI, MS, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
