Specialties
- Autoimmune disease
- Celiac disease
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Disordered eating
- Emotional eating
- Food allergies
- General health
- GERD / Acid reflux
- Gestational diabetes
- Gut health
- Healthy aging
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Kidney disease
- Menopause
- PCOS
- Prediabetes
- Thyroid disorders
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Women's health
Approaches
š
Relationship with foodā
Weight-neutral
Identifies as
- Female
Cuisines / Diets
- African American / Soul Food
- Mexican
Minimum patient age
About Jena
Iām Jena, a born-and-raised Texan, a coachās wife, and a proud boy mom to a 15-year-old and an almost 13-year-old. Iāve been married for nearly 20 years, and when Iām not working, youāll find me out in natureāwhether itās kayaking, hiking, swimming laps, or tending to my plants. Gardening is my happy place, and I love growing fresh food to use in my cooking. Iām also passionate about creating a life that balances work, family, and fun. Whether Iām at a baseball game cheering on my boys or experimenting with a new recipe in the kitchen, I believe in making the most of every moment!
Approach to care
I take a compassionate, personalized approach to nutrition, recognizing that food is more than just fuelāitās deeply connected to emotions, past experiences, and overall well-being. With 18 years as a registered dietitian and my own lived experience overcoming an eating disorder rooted in trauma, I understand the complexities of healing oneās relationship with food. My goal is to help clients move away from restrictive, all-or-nothing thinking and toward sustainable, balanced eating that supports their physical and emotional health. I focus on practical strategies to improve blood sugar balance, hormone health, and overall metabolic well-beingāwithout guilt or overwhelm. Every personās journey is different, and I meet clients where they are, offering science-backed guidance with a heavy dose of empathy and real-life application.
Your first session with Jena
In your first session with me, you can expect a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where you feel heard and understood. Hereās what to expect: 1. Introduction & Connection: 2. Personalized Discussion 3. Goal Setting Together 4. Education & Tools 5. A Plan to Move Forward My focus will be on creating a positive, collaborative experience that empowers you to take the next steps with confidence. This is a journeyāone that you donāt have to navigate alone.
Location
š Hillsboro, Texas
Education
I graduated from Texas State University in San Marcos TX & did my year long post graduate internship with them.
Hobbies
Cooking, gardening, feeding people, kayaking, hiking & being with my family! I make appoint to spend time with my friends and give myself breaks from the responsibilities of mama life!
Licenses and Certifications
LD - Licensed Dietitian
RD - Registered Dietitian