Health Professionals near Edgewood, MD

In a 1995 Nutrition in Medical Science Class, I discovered that statistically, African Americans suffered disproportionately from many chronic diseases. I made it my goal in this life to discover a solution to alter the trajectory of the problem. I now help African-Americans develop a proper relationship with the food they eat by incorporating culture into the recipe of active living, glorious nutrition and wellness!

I am a master's level Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who is transgender, queer, neurodivergent, and recovered from my own eating disorders. I believe every client is truly unique and sees the world through their own lens. I work from a weight inclusive and social justice stance in striving to respect humans living in different body shapes, sizes, ages, genders, abilities, nationalities, races, religions, and cultures. I believe in developing a strong therapeutic alliance with each client to work alongside them to find their own sustainable solutions for lasting recovery from disordered eating.

Navigating hormone health can feel like an uphill battle. You feel like you're constantly fighting against your own body and you just can't find a balance between focusing on your health and living your life. You don't have to do this alone!

Right now, you feel frustrated and overwhelmed trying to figure out how you’re “supposed to” eat. You’ve counted calories, you’ve restricted, you’ve fasted, and you’re completely exhausted from dieting and feeling like a failure. You’re ready to feel confident and at peace with food and your body but it feels impossible...

Clients have more freedom in their lives to be more active, vital and/or well. Many appreciate the drug-free relief for various concerns, including pain, fatigue, allergies, digestive distress, fertility, sleep disorders, emotional distress, and many other symptoms. In addition to symptom relief, there are more subtle ways patients improve. "I feel lighter," "I am less irritable," "I am less rushed," and "I feel more compassionate" are some recent comments. Joy, contentedness, awe, stillness and clear thinking are all potential outcomes in addition to clients' initial concerns.

Having worked in the healing arts for 40 years, I have effectively treated disorders such as insomnia, irritable bowel, colitis, psoraisis, fibromyalgia, menopausal and menstrual disorders, TMJ infertility, migraines and back/neck/shoulder pain, just to name a few. My experiences in Medical nursing at the Johns Hopkins Hospital honed my knowledge and skill in Western Medicine, allowing me to maximize my comprehension of Eastern Medicine in the acupuncture treatment room. My psychiatric nursing background has proved extremely helpful when I treat my patients with anxiety, depression and phobias.

It is not normal not to feel well. If you are tired of living with symptoms like fatigue, headaches, allergies, constipation, bloating, diarrhea, anxiety, or other pain, let me help you get control over your body so you can get on with enjoying your life! Do you have a medical condition or risk factor that you are ready to support through nutrition and lifestyle? Do you have a difficult relationship with food? Have you tried every diet only to end up frustrated and not comfortable in your own body? Start over with me by learning intuitive eating to enjoy food again while nourishing and appreciating your body.

Hello! As a dietitian, I provide personalized nutrition counseling to help individuals care for their bodies and enjoy food. My specialities include general wellness, sports nutrition, diabetes management, weight loss/gain, and disordered eating. With a collaborative approach I help clients create effective nutrition plans that fit into their lives and empower them to make informed choices and achieve goals that matter to them. Let's work towards a healthier, happier lifestyle together.

I offer online, personalized, and life-changing nutrition counseling to help you envision your future with new possibilities. The research is clear, a plant-based diet is the best way for us to nourish our bodies and take care of the planet. Whether you want to eat more plants or become entirely plant-based, I'm here to help you discover how to reach your goals and get excited about food again. I work with clients who have diabetes, prediabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease, cancer, overweight/obesity, and many other chronic diseases. I'll help you manage your condition and in some cases, reverse it.

In the past, I struggled to understand good nutrition and waded through many diet trends without benefit. I studied nutrition science because I wanted to learn more about how to nourish myself and my family. Now I get to use what I learned to help the people I love the most and help others in my community. I believe everyone is worthy of good nutrition and nutrition education. I want to be your trusted resource and help you develop a simple eating strategy you enjoy.

Dr. Rochan Olson is a nationally licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. She graduated from Yo San University in 2012 with a master’s in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine and went on to get her doctorate in 2014 with a focus on healthy aging and longevity. She spent time in China studying at the Shanghai University spending time in the stroke center. She had a private practice in LA for eight years where she treated a wide variety of conditions, including but not limited to pain, digestion, PMS, fertility, stress, and anxiety.

Dr. Rongjuan Sun graduated from Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) with a medical degree in 1985. She has practiced TCM in China for more than 10 years before she came to the United States. Dr. Sun has worked in many different medical facilities from Maryland to New York. She has helped thousands of patients with various pains, allergies, PMS, and infertility with her comprehensive knowledge in both western and eastern medicine. Dr. Sun's caring and friendly attitude has earned her much respect with her patients.

Michaela is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who practices out of Health Loft. She strongly believes that making healthy, sustainable, and nourishing choices take time and a strong partnership between the client and herself. Changes can be difficult and you need a caring partner to help you through them and make them fun. Michaela firmly stands by the idea that being healthy not only includes nutrition, but our mental and physical health as well. Everyone is unique and Michaela believes that nutrition is not one size fits all and she works to create personalized nutrition care for each individual to result in long-lasting change.

I provide clients with care and treatment that allows them to continue living their lives. When a person has suffered any form of illness or injury, your life can seem to turn into a never-ending road of hospitals, doctors, and therapy. Providing therapeutic massage services allows the body to heal itself in a way that a doctor or pharmaceutical could never do. Seeing that joy in a clients face who is able to get back to the things they enjoy most about their lives (that they thought they would never do again) - is priceless! That's why I love the work that I do!

I am a white, queer, registered dietitian (RDN) and certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with extensive experience in food justice, trauma-aware counseling, and embodiment coaching. I am passionate about helping clients cultivate more connected, easeful relationships with food and their bodies. ​ Whether you're seeking to heal from an eating disorder, manage a health condition, or generally nourish your body with more care, trust, and respect, I welcome the opportunity to work with you towards your personal goals.

Ideal client is anyone in pain or with a chronic illness that wants to heal naturally without medication or surgery. Second set of ideal clients are healthcare workers and family caregivers who are stressed out, burnt out and need rejuvenation and improved work-life balance. They need to be cared for so they can better care for their patients, family, and loved ones. New this year is Facial rejuvenation for fine lines and wrinkles, crows feet, frown lines, and also hair loss. Come see how much better acupuncture can make you look and feel!

My mission is to create a healing partnership in an open environment, where all patients are treated as unique individuals and are empowered to live to their highest potential, in harmony of their true nature.

Dr. Autumn Frandsen treats autoimmune and thyroid conditions, Lyme disease, mood disorders, obesity, fibromyalgia, CFS, allergies, and dermatological conditions. She treats all ages, offering the most gentle and natural options first, using Chinese medicine, homeopathy, herbs, nutritional and lifestyle modifications. She also provides acute care naturally. She uses therapeutic diets and is a certified ART practitioner. Dr. Frandsen also offers aesthetic and weight loss services. She uses noninvasive testing methods to diagnose and oral immunotherapy to desensitize patients to environmental allergens such as molds, animals, pollens, and inhalants as well as chemicals and foods.

Are you having trouble managing your weight or your chronic disease? Have restrictive diets taken away the joy of eating? I can help you meet your goals and heal your relationship with food!