Riley O'Connor

About Riley

Hey! I'm Riley, I use she/her pronouns. I am originally from Michigan, but have been living in Alaska since March of 2020 (Ha! Good times). Fun facts about me: I am left-handed, I have been to 30 countries, I am a certified open-water diver, I am the proud mom of two cats and I grew my first heirloom tomato this past summer(!!!). I have been working as an outpatient dietitian for almost 5 years and I love what I do. I specialize in disordered eating/eating disorders and am currently pursuing my Eating Disorder Certificate through Lewis and Clark College. I am interested in functional medicine and supplementation as a complementary approach to nutrition care.

Approach to care

Holistic, compassionate and flexible; my training and experience have taught me the importance of listening deeply and providing support that is grounded in respect and empathy. I recognize that conversations about diet, weight, food insecurity, chronic disease, and overall health can often feel vulnerable or triggering. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported in your journey toward a healthier relationship with food and your body.

Your first session with Riley

Active listening and open-ended questions to get to know you. I am interested in meeting you where you are at; I am your co-pilot, you're in the driver seat! Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, navigating emotional eating, or simply looking to improve your overall health, I’m here to help you achieve your goals in a realistic, sustainable way.

Location

📍 Juneau, Alaska

Education

M.S. in Dietetic Systems Leadership from Montana State University-Bozeman (2021), B.S. in Dietetics from Michigan State University (2018)

Hobbies

You can catch me downhill skiing, gardening, beach combing, mountain biking, or cuddling with my cats watching SVU on any given day

Licenses and Certifications

LD - Licensed Dietitian

MS - Master of Science

RD - Registered Dietitian