Specialties
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Disordered eating
- Emotional eating
- Food allergies
- General health
- Gut health
- Healthy aging
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Pediatric nutrition
- Prediabetes
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Women's health
Approaches
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Functional medicineđ
Intuitive eatingđ„
Meal planningđ
Relationship with food
Identifies as
- Female
Minimum patient age
About Marissa
Hi, Iâm Marissa Thorsen, a Registered Dietitian with 15 years of experience in the field and more than a decade focused on child and school-based nutrition. Iâve spent much of my career working in K-12 public schools, helping districts develop balanced, compliant menus and guiding wellness policies that support lifelong healthy habits for students. Iâm also a proud mom of twoâages 13 and 11, so I understand firsthand the challenges of feeding a family, juggling busy schedules, and trying to make healthy choices. That personal perspective, combined with my professional background, fuels my passion for helping others build a positive relationship with food.
Approach to care
I believe nutrition shouldnât be complicated, overwhelming, or stressful. Thereâs so much noise out there about what to eat and what to avoid, and itâs easy to feel confused or stuck. My goal is to cut through that noise and simplify nutrition, so it fits your life, not the other way around. I focus on realistic, sustainable changes that support your long-term health. Whether youâre navigating weight changes, managing your childâs nutrition, or just trying to feel better day to day, Iâll help you build habits that work for you, ones that feel doable and empowering, not restrictive.
Your first session with Marissa
Our first session is all about getting to know you. I take a whole-person approach to care, which means I want to understand not just what you eat, but how you live. Weâll talk about your goals, your daily routines, your work and family life, and any habits or patterns that impact your health. Weâll also review your medical and family history, current eating habits, and any challenges or frustrations youâve faced around food or wellness. Whether youâre here for support with weight management, your childâs nutrition, or just want to feel better and more energized, weâll work together to create a plan that fits your lifestyle. This session is judgment-free, supportive, and personalized. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and confident about taking the next step in your wellness journey.
Location
đ New Jersey
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Minor in Psychology
Hobbies
In my free time, I enjoy fostering dogs, traveling with my family, cooking, gardening, staying active through workouts, and trying out new recipes.
Licenses and Certifications
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist