Karen Ford

About Karen

Hello and welcome! I am a registered dietitian with 14+ years of experience helping clients treat and manage chronic disease through diet and lifestyle. I strive to meet clients where they are at and collaborate with them to build a foundation of strong, health-giving habits that are both sustainable and impactful. I emphasize a holistic, functional nutrition approach, addressing not just the symptoms, but the root causes of health issues. I view food and nutrition as powerful tools that positively influence well-being and connect others to their families, culture and community.

Approach to care

My approach combines evidenced-based nutrition science with a whole-person perspective, recognizing the importance of lifestyle, mindset, and sustainable choices. I utilize a functional, holistic lens when approaching health concerns addressing diet quality, stress management, sleep, environment and activity levels. I believe in supporting my clients with gentle accountability, education, and the strategies needed to apply the new knowledge in a way that improves their confidence and ability to progress through the changes.

Your first session with Karen

We will discuss your medical history, lifestyle, eating habits, challenges, and goals. You may want to bring recent labs, a medications list, and a food diary, if you have them. This information will guide us in creating a customized plan that we will collaborate to implement together over time. Each session builds on the next to troubleshoot any challenges and fine-tune as needed!

Location

📍 Austin, Texas

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Hobbies

nature, running, coffee shops, boy mom activities, cooking with whole foods, reading scripture

Licenses and Certifications