But after A LOT of education (cue blood, sweat, and tears!) I finally figured out what I was missing all along:
A belief and trust that my own body can guide me in making health decisions.
And if you’re rolling your eyes and thinking, “Well, here’s another nutritionist telling me if I just ‘listen to my body,’ all my food issues will disappear,” - wait a second and let me explain.
This doesn’t mean I don’t use nutrition science or nerd out all the cool research studies that are being published daily. But it does mean I no longer listen to diet culture telling me what I can eat, when I can eat, and how much I can eat.
Instead, I use a holistic and mindful approach to nutrition that pairs science with intuition.
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) / Intuitive Eating Coach
Secret Talent
love language
Show obsession
Fav food
I’m a crafter (crochet, weaving, journaling, pottery)
Sharing podcasts
Survivor
Key lime pie
Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) by the American Nutrition Association
Institute of Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules: Immune Advanced Practice Module (February 2021), Gastrointestinal Disorders Advanced Practice Module (December 2020)
M.S. Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine; University of Western States, 2021
Integrative Health Coach; Trained at Duke Integrative Medicine
B.A. North Carolina State University, 2015
Institute of Functional Medicine Advanced Practice Modules:
Immune Advanced Practice Module (February 2021), Gastrointestinal Disorders Advanced Practice Module (December 2020)
Currently pursuing Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) certification
sam
She takes a practical & holistic approach to nutrition and on top of being insightful, is very validating in her ability to listen to the individual's story. This experience was well worth it to know what I can add to my own life to improve its quality, refine how I look at what "healthy" means to me, and validate good habits."
Rachel
When it was recommended by my primary care doctor, I reached out hesitantly to a few of the nutritionists they recommended. After about two minutes of chatting with Ellen, I knew that she was going to be someone I can trust, talk to, and learn from. Working with Ellen has been a joy and I honestly cannot wait to see how continuing to meet with her changes my life."