Kathleen Onate

About Kathleen

Hi, I’m Kathleen. I’ve spent eight years as a Registered Dietitian helping people build healthier lives from the inside out. I earned a health science degree with a nutrition focus at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs and completed my dietetic internship through the University of Delaware. I’m a board-certified specialist in oncology nutrition, and I’ve worked in clinical hospital settings, community health, and outpatient care. I became a dietitian while figuring nutrition out for myself, and my family has a long history of chronic disease. At my highest I weighed 230 pounds and I took matters into my own hands to start my journey. Now I enjoy helping others on their health journeys. In my spare time I love playing with my kiddo, traveling with my husband, weightlifting, and reading. My postnominals CSO, LD, RD reflect the credentials I carry.

Approach to care

My approach is evidence-based and empathetic, grounded in current science but always tailored to you. I’ll meet you where you are and walk with you toward real, sustainable change. We value a direct, actionable plan that fits your life, not a restrictive rule book. I practice with the mindset to emphasize the whole person, mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Together we’ll build understanding and skills that empower you to make informed choices, with education that stays with you long after our sessions.

Your first session with Kathleen

Our first appointment is a warm, judgment-free conversation about you. We'll start by getting to know your medical history, daily routines, relationship with food, and your goals. We’ll explore what has worked and what hasn’t, and together we’ll set 1 to 2 practical, short term goals. You don’t need to have everything figured out before we meet; I’ll guide you with questions, validation, and steady support. By the end, you’ll leave with a clear sense of the next steps and the feeling that we’re in this together.

Location

📍 Georgia

Education

I earned a bachelor's in health science with a focus in nutrition at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. I then completed a dietetic internship through the University of Delaware. Most recently I became a board-certified specialist in oncology nutrition.

Hobbies

I enjoy playing with my kiddo, traveling with my husband, weightlifting, and reading.

Licenses and Certifications