Specialties

  • Pre or postnatal nutrition
  • Heart health
  • Diabetes or prediabetes
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Gestational diabetes
  • High cholesterol
  • Prediabetes
  • Pediatric nutrition
  • General health
  • Kidney disease
  • Weight stabilization
  • Vegan/vegetarian

Approaches

  • ๐Ÿ’š

    Intuitive eating
  • ๐Ÿฅ˜

    Meal planning
  • โญ

    Weight-neutral
  • ๐Ÿƒ

    Exercise

Minimum patient age

18 years old

Patient reviews

  • โ€œEverything !! Great listener and responder. I am very excited for what's to come.โ€œ

    July 23rd, 2024
  • โ€œEverything !! She is awesome and so attentive to my needs !!! Very happy she was my choice ๐Ÿ’œโ€œ

    July 29th, 2024
  • โ€œEverything !! She is awesome and so attentive to my needs !!! Very happy she was my choice ๐Ÿ’œโ€œ

    July 8th, 2024

About Jessica

Jessica brings over 15 years of professional experience in the field of nutrition and wellness. Her motivational approach has supported hundreds of individuals and their families in reaching health goals. Jessica has developed a wide range of expertise in the areas of: pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, renal, pediatric nutrition, prenatal and post-natal nutrition (including lactation). While working in Arizona and New Mexico, Jessica learned Spanish โ€œon the jobโ€ and is proficient in Spanish nutrition counseling for pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. Jessica is a great listener, has strong interpersonal skills, and talent for helping clients feel comfortable and valued.

Approach to care

Jessica is down-to-earth and likes to keep things fun and simple! She views nutrition as one important part of your wellness among many other health factors (such as environment, finances, daily life, sleep routines, and caring for family). Jessica wants you to feel confident about nutrition and enjoy life. Her sense of humor and energy make โ€œeating healthyโ€ not so scary! Jessica keeps her creative nutrition sessions focused on you and your needs. She will share nutrition recommendations that are tailored to your lifestyle. As your care team member, Jessica will show you easy, practical steps to take towards your health goals, and keep other care team members updated on your progress!

Your first session with Jessica

That first virtual appointment is going to be fun, interactive, and productive! Our 55 minutes will fly by as you take time to share about yourself, what motivates you to meet with a Nourish RD, and how you feel about your health and nutrition. Your conversation will follow a general flow of 1) Introductions 2) Your health & nutrition 3) Easy goal setting 4) Topics for your next visit! Feel free to introduce your family during this visit, or bring a support person with you!

Location

๐Ÿ“ Phoenix, Arizona

Education

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics & Dietetic Internship- Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (Virginia Tech); Master in Public Health (MPH) in Health Promotion- University of Arizona

Hobbies

If Jessica wasn't a dietitian, she would probably have her own mechanic shop. She enjoys working on her 1978 Ford truck (oil changes & tune-ups) and has been known to change flat tires for her friends!

Licenses and Certifications

LD - Licensed Dietitian

MPH - Master of Public Health

RD - Registered Dietitian

Worry free booking

Itโ€™s free to cancel up to 24 hours before your appointment