Specialties
- Autoimmune disease
- Cancer
- Celiac disease
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- General health
- GERD / Acid reflux
- Gestational diabetes
- Gut health
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- IBS
- Kidney disease
- Nutrition support
- Pediatric nutrition
- Pre or postnatal nutrition
- Prediabetes
- Sports & performance nutrition
- Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
- Tube feeding (EN)
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Vegan/vegetarian
- Weight stabilization
Approaches
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FODMAPπ
Intuitive eatingβ
Weight-neutralπ
Research-focused
Identifies as
- Jewish
- White
- Female
Cuisines / Diets
- Gluten Free
- Low Carb / Keto
- Mediterranean
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
Minimum patient age
About Marissa
Marissa is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping individuals of all ages reach their health/nutrition goals. She believes that our diets play a critical role in both physical and mental health. Marissa is empathetic, compassionate, and always non-judgmental. She understands the barriers and obstacles that get in the way of adhering to diet plans which is why she focuses on small and simple changes that are sustainable long-term. She is motivated & dedicated to providing her clients with the tools & knowledge to create positive behavior changes. Marissa wants you to feel empowered and in control of your health, and to become your most confident self !
Approach to care
Marissa will use an individualized, client-centered approach that is catered to your specific health goals. Marissa avoids strict diet plans but instead incorporates an intuitive eating philosophy to ensure clients are adequately nourishing their bodies.
Your first session with Marissa
In the initial session, Marissa will learn all about you - including your personal life and medical/diet history. You will communicate the goals you wish to accomplish by working with her. In the first session, Marissa will provide nutrition counseling/education on your topics of interest and answer any specific questions you have come with. Then, you will collaborate to establish a handful of SMART goals to complete for your follow-up appointments. She will teach you strategies to increase the chances of success in achieving your goals.
Location
π Asbury Park, New Jersey
Education
Bachelor's Degree (BS) from Penn State University Master's Degree (MS) from Saint Elizabeth University
Hobbies
Running, Yoga, Puzzles, Reading, Beach, Spending time with friends & family
Licenses and Certifications
CSP - Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition
MS - Master of Science
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist