Julianne Sams
Specialties
- Autoimmune disease
- Celiac disease
- Crohn’s disease
- Disordered eating
- Emotional eating
- Endometriosis
- Fertility
- Food allergies
- General health
- GERD / Acid reflux
- Gut health
- Healthy aging
- Heart health
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Hypothyroidism
- IBS
- Menopause
- PCOS
- Pre or postnatal nutrition
- SIBO
- Thyroid disorders
- Ulcerative colitis
- Vegan/vegetarian
- Weight loss medications / GLP-1s
- Weight stabilization
- Women's health
Approaches
🥘
Meal planning💛
Relationship with food🔍
Research-focused🤝
Accountability
Identifies as
- Christian
- White
- Female
Cuisines / Diets
- Eastern European / Slavic
- Gluten Free
- Indian
- Jewish / Kosher
- Latin American
- Middle Eastern
- Spanish
- Vegetarian
Minimum patient age
Patient reviews
“Seriously, the best dietitian I have ever worked with! She's bubbly, enthusiastic, and thinks outside of the box. “
by Codie on July 30th, 2025
“Julianne is great! She provides much needed insight on my nutrition to help me achieve my goals! She is knowledgeable and is always willing to help! “
by Katie on July 15th, 2025
“My health journey would not be where it is today without Julianne's support. I have learned so much more than how and what to eat! I'm not sure where I would be today without Nourish and Julianne. Gastroparesis is not the most fun thing in the world, but I'm learning how to make myself the best version of me!“
by Cynthia on June 25th, 2025
About Julianne
Hello, I'm Julianne, a registered dietitian with a lifelong passion for food and a deep understanding of its complexities. My journey hasn’t always been linear: from early kitchen creativity to personal experiences with body image and GI discomfort, I bring both lived and clinical insight to my practice. With a background spanning private practice, community nutrition, and corporate wellness, I specialize in sustainable weight care, family and women's nutrition, mental health, and gut health (DGBIs, POTS, EDS, MCAS, IBS, IBD). My goal is to help you find practical, creative solutions that fit seamlessly into your life.
Approach to care
My care philosophy is rooted in holistic, personalized support. Together, we’ll co-create sustainable strategies that enhance your energy, comfort, and quality of life. Every nutrition plan is designed to nurture the whole person, prioritizing behavioral shifts that feel empowering, not restrictive. I believe in the healing power of food and the importance of honoring both physical and emotional needs. Our work will support not just your body, but your mind and spirit, too.
Your first session with Julianne
Our first session is all about building trust and understanding. I’ll take time to learn your unique health story - exploring your medical background, food preferences, environment, stressors, and goals. From there, we’ll develop a personalized plan that reflects your needs and values. This is a collaborative journey toward your healthiest, most supported self.
Location
📍 Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Education
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (MS in Public Health Nutrition & Maternal and Child Health Nutrition Trainee); University of Dayton (BSE in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics & Minor in Sustainability, Energy, & Environment).
Hobbies
When I'm not talking about food, you'll find me pursuing my hobbies: crafting (I enjoy scrapbooking and making homemade cards), diving into a good book, spending quality time with loved ones, and exploring the outdoors (from lounging in a hammock to hiking, camping, gardening, and biking).
Licenses and Certifications
LDN - Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
MS - Master of Science
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist