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I am a Registered Dietitian originally from Tremont, IL who currently lives and works in Morton, IL. I earned a Masters of Science in Dietetics at Eastern Illinois University and worked as a Sanitarian completing Health Inspections for the local community prior to becoming a Registered Dietitian. My career path has allowed me to work in a variety of settings and gain in-depth knowledge on multiple nutrition related topics. With a background in nutrition and an active career as an RD, I am passionate about helping clients find healthy habits that coincide with their lifestyle goals and improve their overall quality of life.

Although I am a “dietitian,” I disagree with “dieting,” especially for weight loss. It leaves us feeling deprived which always backfires in the long run. When we meet, I ask a lot of questions about your health history, medications, food and lifestyle habits, blood work and more. This helps me to help you decide which areas you want to focus on to start. In follow-up sessions we build on this. We will work together to develop a realistic food and lifestyle plan designed for you!

As a Registered Dietitian for over 20 years, I am committed to providing excellent nutrition therapy services with compassion and inclusivity. I have witnessed the harm caused by chronic dieting and eating disorders, and maintain expertise in eating disorder recovery, utilizing a Health At Every Size approach. In addition, I respect the science of nutrition and stay abreast of best Medical Nutrition Therapy practices for diabetes management, cardiovascular health, and general wellness.

Crystal values each patient and where they are at in their journey. Crystal has a holistic approach to nutrition and likes to look at the whole picture. Since Crystal has a background in marriage and family therapy, Crystal is trained to look at patterns and relationships and does this through a nutrition-focused lens. Crystal strongly believes in the power of intuitive eating and a Health at Every Size (HAES) approach.

The goal is to empower my clients with the nutrition basics of managing their health goals and/or conditions. The coming together of knowledge and action is the key to inspiring change. This is best accomplished one behavior at a time. At the first session, we establish personal goals and useful tools. During following sessions, we review previous food and activity logs. Then we discuss 1-2 practical actions that contribute to the desired health goals established.

I am a registered dietitian (RD) and a certified nutrition support clinician (CNSC) with 12 years of experience providing medical nutrition therapy. I have an undergraduate and a graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics and I am currently pursuing a doctorate degree in clinical nutrition to further advance my knowledge and skills as a RD. I am very passionate about helping others and I strongly believe that non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, etc. are preventable by making certain lifestyle changes and I aim to provide sustainable ways to make those changes rather than a "diet" approach.

McKenzie utilizes science-based strategies for building habits to support her patients in making healthy changes that last. Sustainability and balance are her two guide posts when it comes to working with her patients to create change. She incorporates key strategies, such as mindfulness and self-compassion, into her nutrition counseling sessions to help patients develop a more mindful and intuitive approach to food and fitness. She also assists patients in identifying their limiting thoughts and beliefs that may be preventing them from making and maintaining the changes that they need to in order to improve their whole health.

Jennifer likes to collaborate with her clients to find sustainable and manageable lifestyle changes. Jennifer strongly believes that you make the changes that fit your life, and not the other way around. No two people are the same and your treatment will be uniquely tailored to your needs and lifestyle.

Olivera Schmeelk is a Registered Dietitian who leverages her expert knowledge and compassionate, encouraging approach to empower you to develop health-promoting habits by integrating personalized strategies that center around behavioral change while building healthy relationships with food and body. Olivera is passionate about presenting nutrition solutions tailored to your medical needs which includes developing a simple plan for a flexible, balanced eating pattern that includes great tasting food and dining experiences that enrich your life.

Tricia uses a positive and engaging method to health and wellness that allows her to connect with patients of all ages. As a dietitian, her mission is to encourage and guide patients to take control of their health through education, creativity, and a growth mindset in order to build foundational habits that create sustainable change. Whether she is inspiring your picky eater, relieving your GI symptoms, or fueling your workouts, Tricia’s approach incorporates practical, evidence-based, and easy to follow recommendations that prioritize your lifestyle and personalized goals.

Bridget takes a very personal approach with her patients, meeting them where they're at and making small, lasting, lifestyle changes to promote optimal health and wellness. She recognizes every person and situation is unique and she supports and guides her patients by providing them with the necessary tools needed to heal and thrive.

Morgan practices from health-at-every-size roots, and believes nutrition-related goals are just part of the overall picture. Sleep, stress management, lifestyle, and work (to name a few) all factor into your health and nutrition! It is so important to Morgan that you feel heard and supported throughout your journey together. Morgan will provide compassionate care and empathy while emphasizing nutrition expertise and evidence-based approach to interventions and nutrition care.

I am a highly organized, professional and self-motivated Dietitian with a great passion for nutrition and people’s well-being. I believe that all foods fit into your diet and I would love to be part of your nutrition journey. I have previously worked with other clients to develop meal plans that are tailored just for them. I am also current with practices that align with evidence based research as well as other areas such as intermitting fasting and keto diets.

She practices through a HAES-informed lens with a nutrition philosophy that all foods fit can fit through balance, variety and moderation. Her goal is to educate and empower you to mindfully nourish your body in a way that supports your physical, mental and emotional health, understanding that this looks different for everybody, and assuring that these changes are both sustainable and accessible.

Alexa provides compassion, guidance and support to all of her clients while using a sustainable approach to nutrition. She has personally counseled hundreds of clients ranging from severe eating disorders to professional athletes.

Kristina believes in improving a patient's health by applying a focus on nutrition education, a non-diet approach, and making nutrition fun and sustainable. She excels at motivating patients, cheering them on throughout their health journey and celebrating all wins along the way. With her outgoing and positive personality, Kristina is here to help you feel your best and build a healthy relationship with food. Kristina loves to help simplify your life with helping meal plan for the week, make nutrition fun, and bring excitement to adding nutrient-density.

Natalie understands that for those working through disordered eating patterns or an eating disorder, there is oftentimes a missing mind-body connection. Natalie believes it is imperative to work with patients to reconnect the mind and body to repair ones' healthy relationship with food, and doing so in a way that aligns with their lifestyle and personal values. Natalie approaches food and eating from a non-diet perspective, using Intuitive Eating principles and works with you from a weight neutral standpoint.

Christi (she/her) became a registered dietitian in 2019. She studied dietetics and dance at Michigan State University and completed a master’s degree in applied nutrition at Russell Sage College. She has helped clients with diabetes, metabolic disorders, cardiovascular disease, mental health conditions, and weight goals in addition to having experience providing care for the LGBTQ+ community. Christi takes a holistic approach to nutrition counseling, considering multiple aspects of health and well-being when prescribing diet advice.

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