Emily Hickey

About Emily

Hi there! I’m a Registered Dietitian originally from the Bay Area. I grew up cooking/baking, and playing various sports— I learned early on how powerful food can be for fueling both body and mind. I studied Health Sciences and Nutrition at Chapman University in Orange County, took a year enjoying beautiful Seattle while working at Seattle's Children's Hospital, then earned my Master’s in Nutritional Science from sunny San Diego State University. Last year, I returned to San Francisco where I’m loving the incredible food, live music, nature, and quality time with family and friends. I spend my downtime taking long walks in the sun, practicing yoga, reading, testing new sourdough recipes, and dog walking. Looking forward to helping you reach your nutrition goals!

Approach to care

My approach to care is rooted in meeting you where you are, and working together to create a realistic, sustainable path toward your goals. I draw on seven years of education and training in nutrition science, but just as importantly, I bring in the perspective of real-life experience: as an athlete, a passionate home cook, and someone who understands how daily habits, stress, sleep, and movement all affect how we feel. I believe that nutrition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and my goal is to support you in building habits that work for your unique lifestyle—not just in the short term, but for the long run.

Your first session with Emily

Our first session is all about getting to know you—your lifestyle, goals, and what you're hoping to get out of working together. We can take a more structured, question-based approach if that feels right, or keep things casual and conversational. Either way, my goal is to create a supportive space where we can start building a personalized plan that feels realistic, collaborative, and aligned with your needs!

Location

📍 San Francisco, California

Education

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and Nutrition from Chapman University Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences from San Diego State University

Hobbies

Baking (sourdough and sweet treats), traveling, cooking for friends and family, reading, yoga/pilates, being in nature, ceramics, spending time with dogs, exploring new restaurants

Licenses and Certifications