Diabetes Nutritionists and Dietitians in 10012

Prior to becoming a dietitian, Jose was a classically trained chef. He pivoted his career after making a lifestyle transformation that resulted in dramatic weight loss and reversal of chronic disease. Jose now blends his love of cooking with his passion for helping others take small, actionable steps to start on their own health journey. Jose does not believe in cookie-cutter meal plans or strict eating schedules, but an approach that includes all foods in a variety of cultural foodways. If you choose Jose, be ready to get in the kitchen!

Sarah is incredibly passionate about nutrition as a tool for disease management and prevention. She takes pride in her practical approach to communicating health topics. She loves to delve into “why” just as much as the “what”—she won't be offended if you call her a nerd. As a child of immigrants, she has a special interest in traditional food and foodways as a tool for health and well-being.

I have a Masters degree in nutrition and am a licensed and credentialed registered dietitian. I’m experienced in addressing nutritional needs for diverse populations; specifically infants, children, prenatal and postnatal care, and lactating people. I also have experience with managing and preventing diabetes. On a personal note, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes years ago and know too well the impact that a big health diagnosis can have on your life. Through this experience, I’ve understood the importance of being in touch with your food and wellbeing, and always checking nutrition labels!

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.

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.

Taking a holistic, well-balanced approach, Monica strives to provide a safe space to talk about nutrition and to foster a passion for food and wellness. She aims to provide up-to-date nutrition information based on current research as well as practical strategies to incorporate it into your daily life.

Misty's approach to care is very supportive, meeting you where you are, and listening compassionately to learn how we can partner to reach your health goals! We will explore creative options that are manageable, realistic steps to make those healthy lifestyle changes stick for good!

Kerri specializes in intuitive eating and mindful eating practices from a weight-neutral, non-diet approach that aligns with the Health at Every Size philosophy. She uses a collaborative approach to help her clients understand their relationship with food and discover eating strategies that are unique to them and the life they want to live

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.

Emily believes food to be the ultimate form of connection and strives to help her clients find deeper satisfaction, joy, and peace in their relationship with nourishment. She practices from the HAES (Health at Every Size) framework to deliver weight-neutral care. Her philosophy is that a positive relationship to food is possible and deserved for truly everyone. Emily loves to develop relationships with her patients and cheer them on every step of their journey. She helps her her patients leave sessions feeling empowered and armed with the knowledge of how to compassionately care for their own bodies. Emily strives to make informatio

Elise uses a functional and integrative approach with a focus on implementing sustainable and realistic nutrition changes to improve both mental and physical health. Her nutrition philosophy is rooted in a holistic and individualized approach with an emphasis on assuring that food remains enjoyable.

Kara practices through Health At Every Size principles: weight inclusivity, health enhancement, eating for well-being, respectful care, and life-enhancing movement. She strives to meet clients where they're at in a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment. Kara encourages clients to focus on progress rather than perfection. Through a holistic approach and evidence-based practice, Kara will work with clients to create realistic and personalized goals that are unique to them and their lifestyles.

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.

Mattie combines evidence-based nutrition science with a compassionate, whole health approach to counseling patients to deliver health outcomes and improve patients’ day-to-day lives.

Danielle takes an integrative approach with her patients and believes that nutrition is a key component in promoting optimal health. She recognizes every person is unique, therefore there is no one size fits all approach. She supports and guides her patients by providing them the necessary tools needed to heal and thrive.

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.

My name is Michel Harris and I have been a Registered Dietitian since 2000 and a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist since 2010. I completed my undergraduate and graduate studies at Benedictine University before by internship at Hines VA Hospital. Some of my past work experiences have included long term care, foodservice management, private practice serving individuals with eating disorders, and inpatient positions in hospitals. My passion for teaching the future generation of nutrition professionals led me to start teaching in 2018.

Hi! My name is Logan Smith. I'm a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorders, disordered eating, GI disorders and overall wellness. I work specifically with clients who want to achieve food freedom, work on their relationship with food to improve their health, achieve wellness and ditch the diet mentality for good. With my nutrition counseling approach, I will help you ditch dieting for good AND help you improve your overall wellness. Constantly worrying about what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat isn’t how it’s meant to be.

Jane is a licensed registered dietitian. She completed her BS degree in Dietetics and her MS degree in Food and Nutrition at ISU. Jane enjoys personalizing nutrition therapy. She finds fulfillment in working with clients ready to make a change. In her spare time, Jane likes to watch old movies and ride her Peloton. She loves her rescue pets, CeCe and Heathcliff.