Irina Derkach

About Irina

My passion for dietetics came from navigating through personal food sensitivities, GI stress, chronic migraines, and using food as medicine. My experiences, working with families at the WIC clinic to long-term care facilities, provided me with a well-rounded approach to how nutrition impacts us in each stage of life.

Approach to care

Mealtime shouldn’t feel painful, stressful, time-consuming, or a burden. My focus will be on making small but meaningful changes that are adaptable to your lifestyle. I take on a more holistic approach to nutrition. My motto is to keep eating simple. I consider myself a non-diet dietitian that focuses on Health At Every Size (HAES). I will hold you accountable for the goals we set and be your biggest cheerleader along the way. As we work together I want you to feel heard and educated so we can improve your health with simple yet sustainable goals.

Your first session with Irina

My goal is to encourage you to have a positive relationships with food. I want this to be a safe space to discuss anything that influences your relationship with food. Upon our first meeting, we will get to know each other and dive into how I can help meet your nutrition goals. So let’s get together and talk about how I can be there for you!

Education

I received my degree in dietetics from the University of Kentucky. I completed my dietetic internship through Priority Nutrition Care.

Hobbies

I love to cook and bake while watching cooking shows. You can also find me out and about with my husband exploring the great outdoors or trying out a new restaurant.

Licenses and Certifications