My work as a dietitian began in Portland, Oregon, where I worked at an eating disorder treatment facility across IOP, PHP, and later residential care. While eating disorders are a specialty in themselves, they are often intertwined with other health concerns — from gastrointestinal issues and thyroid disorders to food allergies — giving me a strong clinical foundation early in my career.

It was during this season that much of my practice philosophy took shape. I realized that behind struggles with food, however they manifest, is a complex human being. It’s rarely as simple or straightforward. Food is inherently emotional, and I don’t believe that’s a bad thing.

When I learned I was pregnant with my first son, my husband and I decided to move closer to family, and I transitioned into private practice. Since then, my practice has ebbed and flowed through the ever-changing seasons of raising young children at home. While my interests and specialties have expanded over the years, what has remained constant is my desire to provide whole-person care that goes far beyond meal plans alone.