Specialties
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- Disordered eating
- Emotional eating
- General health
- Gestational diabetes
- Gut health
- Heart disease
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Kidney disease
- PCOS
- Prediabetes
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Weight loss medications / GLP-1s
- Weight stabilization
- Women's health
Approaches
π
Intuitive eatingπ₯
Meal planningπ
Relationship with foodπ€
Accountability
Identifies as
- White
- Female
Minimum patient age
About Monica
Hi there! I'm Monica, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes care & education specialist. I live in Northeast Ohio with my husband, son, dog, and cat. I've been a RD since 2019 and have worked in a variety of settings providing nutrition services, including home health, inpatient care, diabetes education, and wellness spaces. I'm a certified yapper and love connecting with my clients, whether we're talking about nutrition, book recommendations, or your favorite pizza toppings. I'm excited to go on this journey with you!
Approach to care
A lot of people don't realize how good they are supposed to feel, so my approach to care is rooted in supporting total body wellness- physically, mentally, and emotionally. I believe that feeling good in your body comes from the way you nourish yourself and how you move throughout the day, not from any one number on a scale. I practice with a HAES (health at every size) mindset, and I respect that health looks different for everyone. My goal is to create a space where clients feel comfortable, understood, and empowered. Whether we're talking about food, movement, or mindset, I'm here to offer support that meets you where you are and gets you where you want to be.
Your first session with Monica
In our first session, we'll spend time getting to know each other and talk about your goals, challenges, and what feeling good in your body means to you. I'll ask some questions to better understand your lifestyle, habits, and any health concerns. This is a judgement-free space, and I hope you feel comfortable sharing whatever is on your mind. My goal is to meet you where you're at and start building a plan that feels realistic, supportive, and tailored to you.
Location
π Youngstown, Ohio
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Food and Nutrition
Hobbies
Happiest at home with my family! We love hosting get-togethers and spending time outdoors. Beyond that, I love to read, run, and browse an antique mall with an iced coffee in hand
Licenses and Certifications
CDCES - Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist