April Hawkins

About April

Hi, I'm April. I'm a Registered Dietitian with 23 years of experience, and I earned my MS in Food and Nutrition and BS in Dietetics from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. My career spans clinical and hospital settings as well as a PHP Eating Disorder Dietitian, where I learned care works best when it is warm, evidence-based, and collaborative. Outside of work, I love walking my dog, chilling with my cats, reading thrillers, and being a dance mom while I cheer on my son at his basketball and baseball games.

Approach to care

My care philosophy is collaborative, evidence-based, and compassionate. I work through a Health At Every Size lens, focusing on how we can support your health and well-being without weight stigma. I stay empathetic and warm, meeting you where you are and validating your experiences. We’ll translate scientific findings into practical, doable steps and set goals that fit your life. Education is a cornerstone of my practice, empowering you to understand food, your body, and your choices so you can sustain healthy habits for the long term.

Your first session with April

Our first appointment is all about you. We'll review your medical history and take a deep dive into your relationship with food, your goals, and your daily routines. There is no need to have it all figured out before we meet; this is a warm, non-judgmental conversation where we build a plan together. We'll discuss what has worked, what hasn't, and establish short-term goals that feel achievable. You can expect a supportive, collaborative space where we set a clear path forward and you leave with a sense of what comes next.

Education

Master of Science Degree in Food and Nutrition, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics, Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Hobbies

walking my dog, chilling with my cats, reading thriller books, dance mom and attending my basketball and baseball games

Licenses and Certifications