Barbara Vincent-OConnor

About Barbara

Hello! I have been a Dietitian/Nutritionist for 25 years. I believe healing can come through taking better care of ourselves, including, food, activity and self-care. Understanding what we need for wellness is very important! I grew up in Queens, NY and lived in Minneapolis, MN and L.A., CA. Currently, I live in a small town in the NW with my husband. I love it! We have 6 adult children together and 4 cats :0. Besides being a Dietitian, I have also been a substitute teacher, para-educator/tutor, school bus driver, caregiver, office administrator, bookkeeper, house cleaner and cashier. I have a certificate of training and life experience in the mental/behavioral health field as well. I guess, I'm a "Joan" of all trades. I love to learn new things! I can't wait to meet and work with you all!

Approach to care

I try to build rapport so that communication is positive and open. I believe listening is key to helping one feel comfortable and connected. As I gather information in our sessions, I will use questions that help you think more about your goals and how you can achieve them. I will provide information and tools to empower you to help yourself.

Your first session with Barbara

In our first session, I would like to get to know you a bit better. I would like to hear about your goals and any issues you have noticed that are preventing you from achieving them. I will provide you with initial thoughts and strategies to work toward your goals, both short and long term. Ultimately, we will create a plan for working toward your wellness and health.

Location

📍 Minnesota

Education

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Food Science

Hobbies

Reading, walking and learning about herbs/essential oils as "medicine".

Licenses and Certifications