Specialties
- Heart health
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Kidney disease
- Prediabetes
- Gestational diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Type 2 diabetes
- Type 1 diabetes
- High cholesterol
- Cancer
- General health
- Liver disease
- Help gaining weight
- Vegan/vegetarian
- Help losing weight
- Weight loss medications
Identifies as
- Female
Minimum patient age
About Christy
Christy has 15+ years of experience in empowering clients in the self-management of chronic health conditions. She specializes in the care of people with Pre-Diabetes, Type 1 & 2 Diabetes, LADA, & Diabetes in Pregnancy. She is skilled in the use of diabetes technology to include blood glucose monitoring (meters and continuous glucose monitors) and insulin pump therapies. She also possesses extensive experience providing care for people with CKD & ESRD on dialysis. Christy holds two advanced level certifications in Adult Weight Management from the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Approach to care
In our relationship I am the expert in nutrition. You are the expert in “you.” Working as a team we can help you live your best life. I strive to meet you where you are at and understand what is most important to you. Once your interests are identified, we can work together on problem-solving through any perceived challenge areas, collaborating on an approach to help you meet your goals. You set the goals and the pace. I will be there to support you the entire way!
Your first session with Christy
During our first session, you can expect a friendly meet and greet to get to know one another. We will also discuss your health and nutrition interests and desired goals. Once you are ready, we can collaborate on setting sustainable SMART goals that can help you stay on track and motivated to achieve your goals.
Location
📍 Charlottesville, Virginia
Education
MS Human Nutrition
Hobbies
Travel, Nature, Wildlife/Birdwatching, Playing with my dog, Foodie/Cooking/Cookbook collector, Spending time with family and friends, Tennis
Licenses and Certifications
CDCES - Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
MS - Master of Science
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist