Laura Downer

About Laura

Hi, I’m Laura, and I would love to be your dietitian! We’ll make eating a positive, flexible experience that you or your child can approach with joy and confidence. If you’re looking for fertility focused nutrition, support during/after pregnancy, guidance raising kids to be fuss-free eaters, or relief from digestive woes, let's talk! No matter what we focus on, know that your care plan will be simple, enjoyable, and tailored 100% to you. ¿Hablas español? ¡Yo también! Si deseas hacer tus consultas en tu idioma, programa una consulta conmigo.

Approach to care

Think of me as your co-captain. You’re in the driver’s seat as the expert on your unique context, and I’ll be by your side to offer whatever direction you need to navigate your health. We'll focus on building up habits that are sustainable, flexible, and suitable to your unique goals. I practice a weight-neutral approach to care, so we'll let your symptoms and goals guide our sessions--not the scale.

Your first session with Laura

We’ll start by gathering information about you and what you hope to accomplish by working with a dietitian, then we’ll work together to determine next steps that align with your goals, and we’ll follow up regularly to celebrate progress and trouble-shoot challenges as needed.

Location

📍 Nashville, Tennessee

Education

University of Arkansas - Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition; Vanderbilt University Medical Center - Dietetic Internship

Hobbies

Rock climbing, biking, trail running, making sourdough

Licenses and Certifications