Nicole Thompson

About Nicole

Nicole has been a Registered Dietitian since 2018. She has over 4 years of nutrition counseling experience, working at a Bariatric Surgery Center in Northeast Ohio. She has helped many individuals adopt sustainable and healthier eating habits. Nutrition is everything when it comes to preventing/managing chronic diseases, improving physical and mental health, and having a better quality of life! Nicole's expertise areas include: Bariatrics (pre and post- surgery), weight management, and hiatal hernia management (both pre and post-surgery). She has also worked with several patients with the following conditions: diabetes, heart disease, PCOS, GERD/acid reflux, and celiac disease.

Approach to care

Nicole will always come from a place of empathy and kindness. Nicole is aware that creating new habits can be very challenging, so she is here to help you every step of the way. Sustainability and balance are key! She will always meet you in the middle and will do everything in her power to provide you the resources and support you need. She will also help you feel empowered and challenge you to be the best possible version of yourself!

Your first session with Nicole

Nicole wants to get to know you and obtain a clear picture of what you want to work on during sessions. She wants you to feel comfortable and have a very positive experience. It is all about you! To provide the best possible care and to help you reach your goals, Nicole will conduct a full assessment. She will ask you questions about your current lifestyle & eating habits, food choices and preferences, exercise habits, sleep patterns and stress levels. During your initial session, Nicole will also go over some nutrition education, so you have a good foundation to start with. At the end, you will work as a team to come up with specific goals and realistic strategies to achieve them.

Location

📍 Cleveland , Ohio

Education

Ohio University - Combined Master of Science and Dietetic Internship Program (2018) / Ohio University - Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition Sciences (2016)

Hobbies

Nicole lives in Cleveland Ohio and likes to take advantage outside whenever possible. Some of her favorite outdoor activities include: running, hiking, boating, playing in her beach volleyball league, walking her dog (Charlie), and traveling whenever possible! She also loves to cook, explore new coffee shops, and listen to music.

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