Kendra Sides

About Kendra

Hello! I'm Kendra, a Registered Dietitian based in Portland, Oregon. I became a dietitian after being a school teacher where I noticed the tremendous impact food had on my students’ ability to learn and connect with others. Working in clinical, behavioral health, and eating disorder treatment settings as a dietitian for the last 7 years has shown me the negative impact diet culture has on people’s ability to trust themselves to do the thing we need to do to stay alive and thrive – eat. We are surrounded by conflicting messages about what we should or shouldn’t eat, and how we should or shouldn’t look. I am passionate about working with folx with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image issues, neurodivergence, co-occurring mental health diagnoses, and anyone who wants a better relationship with food. I’ll help you find strategies that are realistic, sustainable, and lead you to a fulfilling life! That may sound cheesy, but I AM a dietitian… and cheese is delicious.

Approach to care

While I am a nutrition expert who can support with evidence-based nutrition information, I believe that each individual is the expert of their own food and body journey. My role is to meet you where you’re at and provide individualized care based on what’s important to YOU. My care philosophy centers on collaboration, curiosity, and meaningful change. My approach is holistic and rooted in Health at Every Size, Trauma Informed Nutrition, anti-diet, intuitive eating, and weight inclusive lenses.

Your first session with Kendra

Our first session is all about YOU. We'll review your medical history before exploring your relationship with food, your food preferences, your routines, and your goals in a supportive, nonjudgmental space. You don't need to have it all figured out yet; we'll talk about what matters most to you and identify 1–2 realistic steps to begin with. By the end, you'll feel understood, supported, and clear about the path we’ll take together. I'm excited to work with you!

Location

📍 Portland, Oregon

Education

MEd in Adult Education - Oregon State University; BS in Nutrition Sciences - University of Nevada, Las Vegas; BS in Elementary Education - University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Hobbies

Macrame, hand lettering, cooking, gardening, and being trained daily by my cats!

Licenses and Certifications