Melanie Chiappori

About Melanie

Hi! I’m Mel and I have been an RD for 3 years now, gaining my degrees from the University of Pittsburgh (H2P!). I split my time between clinical work and private practice, which gives me a great mix of experience and keeps every day interesting. When I’m not talking about food and nutrition, you’ll probably find me outside, trying a new recipe, or spending time with friends, family, and my two cats, Beans and Benny. I believe nutrition should support your life, not take it over, and I'm here to help you find what works for you in the long run.

Approach to care

I believe that nutrition should feel supportive, not stressful. My approach is all about meeting you where you are and building small, realistic habits that actually stick. I don’t believe in quick fixes, rigid meal plans, or cutting out entire food groups. Instead, we’ll focus on sustainable changes that fit into your lifestyle and make you feel good, physically and mentally. Whether your goals are related to energy, health, or just feeling more in control around food, I’m here to guide you with encouragement, not judgment. Some of my favorite populations to work with are individuals navigating hormones, IBS, and those looking to gain healthier habits with a food freedom focus.

Your first session with Melanie

Our first session together will be focused mainly on your medical and nutrition history. We will discuss your medical history including lab work, medications, and diagnoses. From there, we will get into the fun stuff - food and lifestyle! I really love to get to know my clients so they feel comfortable communicating any of their needs or worries.

Education

University of Pittsburgh

Hobbies

Running, Lifting, Hiking, Cooking

Licenses and Certifications