Kayley Hughes

About Kayley

Hi, I'm Kayley! I’m a Dietitian passionate about helping people build sustainable, balanced habits with food. My experience includes inpatient care at both a psychiatric hospital and a rehabilitation hospital, where I supported individuals with complex medical and mental health needs. I’ve also worked in outpatient telehealth settings, helping teens and adults strengthen their intuitive eating skills. From a young age, I’ve been fascinated by the impact nutrition has on overall health and well-being. After healing my own relationship with food, I know firsthand how valuable support and guidance can be in that process. When I’m not working with clients, I love exploring new restaurants, spending time with my husband and two kids, and enjoying the mountains.

Approach to care

My approach is compassionate, realistic, and personalized. I take the time to understand your lifestyle, preferences, and goals, and together we create a plan that feels doable and enjoyable—so you can find long-term success without restriction or guilt. I use evidence-based approaches such as intuitive eating, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and a Health at Every Size® framework. I prioritize strengthening your relationship with food first, and then gently guide you toward nutrition and wellness goals—both short-term and long-term. Our work goes beyond numbers, helping you find joy in food, build confidence, eat with ease, and feel good in your body.

Your first session with Kayley

In our first session, we’ll have a relaxed and open conversation for a full hour, exploring your lifestyle, health history, goals, and challenges. We’ll talk about what long-term success looks like for you, how we’ll measure it, and leave the session with 1–2 actionable steps for you to work on until our next session. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, supported, encouraged, and excited about the journey ahead.

Location

📍 Utah

Education

Masters of Dietetic Administration; Bachelor of Science in Dietetics

Hobbies

Reading, traveling, sourdough, shopping, interior design, strength training, hiking, and Pilates!

Licenses and Certifications