Andrea Menefee

About Andrea

Hello and welcome to Nourish! I am a Registered Dietitian with two decades of dedicated experience in nutrition, health promotion and counseling. My journey has spanned roles within local county health departments as both an RD and Public Health Nutritionist, as well as collaborative work with underserved communities abroad. My passion for nutrition runs deep, and I am genuinely excited to partner with you on your path to reach your goals.

Approach to care

My approach is rooted in meeting clients exactly where they are, forging a partnership to craft holistic, realistic, and achievable goals that foster improved nutrition and well-being. I delight in getting to know everyone I work with, diving into the unique tapestry of needs and motivations that bring you to nutrition counseling. Together, we explore the many facets—physical, emotional, cultural, financial, and beyond—that shape you relationship to food and overall health. I am well aware that the field of nutrition can feel like shifting terrain, with new recommendations surfacing daily, often creating confusion. My role is to serve as your compassionate guide, ensuring you always feel safe, supported, and empowered to make informed choices that genuinely serve you.

Your first session with Andrea

During our initial session, we will have a thoughtful conversation to discover your needs, goals, and priorities. This will include a comprehensive interview to discern where you are now and envision where you’d like to be, as well as a discussion of your motivations and the practical steps to begin your journey. I’ll inquire about any relevant laboratory results or tests, and together we’ll identify an actionable "to do" aligned with your aspirations. This process isn’t a sprint—it’s an intentional, personalized progression, reflected in the design of our first meeting. I look forward to walking alongside you as we chart a course toward lasting health and nutrition!

Location

📍 California

Education

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Master of Public Health Nutrition.

Hobbies

I love to cook and and try new recipies, practice yoga, visit with friends, travel abroad, and watch movies. I also volunteer with my local animal shelter :-)

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