Frequently Asked Questions

  • Functional medicine nutrition takes a holistic, patient-centered approach to identify and address underlying causes of illness or imbalance. It considers each person’s unique genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that contribute to their overall health. Instead of the conventional disease-centered model, functional medicine nutrition takes a personalized approach to restore balance.

    My job is to work as a detective, guide, and listener to help restore balance through diet and lifestyle interventions.

  • A CNS (Certified Nutrition Specialist®) credential is the most advanced certification for personalized nutrition practitioners. Certified Nutrition Specialists practice science-based personalized nutrition therapy to guide people to health.

     A CNS must:

    • Have an advanced degree (master’s or doctorate) in nutrition

    • Complete 1,000 hours of clinical experience with a board approved supervisor(s)

    • Pass a rigorous national board exam administered by the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists

    • Complete 75+ hours of continuing education every 5 years

  • No matter where you are on your health journey, nutrition therapy can be a powerful tool to support healing, balance, and overall well-being. I work with clients facing a wide range of health concerns, including:

    • ADHD / ADD / AuDHD

    • Cardiometabolic health

    • Fatty liver disease

    • High cholesterol

    • Insulin resistance

    • Type 2 Diabetes

    • High blood pressure

    • PCOS

    • Endometriosis

    • Stress, anxiety, and fatigue

    • Autoimmune conditions (Sjogren’s, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, etc.)

    • GLP-1 support

    • General health and wellness

  • Visits are conducted through a secure, HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.

  • Yes. I am in-network with the following PPO insurance plans:

    Aetna

    United Healthcare

    BlueCross BlueShield

    Cigna

    PacificSource

    CareOregon

    Most clients with eligible plans pay $0 out of pocket. Coverage depends on your specific insurance plan and benefits. Benefit verification is provided as a courtesy to you prior to your initial consultation.

  • Sometimes, but not always. Some insurance plans require a physician referral for nutrition counseling, while others do not.

    If you are located in California, a physician referral is required to see a nutrition professional for Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT). Once your paperwork is completed, a referral request will be sent directly to your physician on your behalf. This is why completing your paperwork as soon as possible is important as it helps avoid delays in getting started.

    If a referral is required for your plan, I’ll let you know exactly what to expect and help make the process as smooth and straightforward as possible.

    You may download my referral form and provide this to your physician.

  • I am happy to cancel or reschedule your appointment at no charge with 48 business hours notice. If you provide less than 48 hours notice, your card will be charged a $100 late change fee. If you are 15 minutes late (or more) to your appointment without notice, this will be considered a no-show and your card will be charged the full visit fee.

  • Master of Science, Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine, University of Western States

    Board Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS)

    Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist® (CKNS)

    Licensed Dietitian, Oregon

    Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist, Maryland

    Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist, Illinois

    Certified Nutritionist, Washington

    Advanced Trainings:

    • Supervised Practice Experience at Clinician's Incubator

    • Metabolic Fitness Clinician’s Code Foundation and Advanced Professional Certificate Programs:

      • The Cell Blueprint Practitioner

      • Cornerstone Program

      • Laboratory Testing Fundamentals

      • Vitamin D

      • The Weight Loss Blueprint

      • Fatty Liver

      • OzemPlan

      • Blood Chemistry Interpretation

    Professional Member of the American Nutrition Association(ANA)