Sara Payne

About Sara

Hi, I'm Sara, a Registered Dietitian with 9 years of experience. I earned my MPS in Nutrition Science from Penn State University and have spent time in school nutrition, where I saw how healthy eating habits begin with education and support. Outside the clinic, I love hiking, traveling, sipping tea with my cat on my lap, reading, singing, playing the French horn, baking, and staying active. I'm grateful for the chance to guide people toward a healthier relationship with food, one patient at a time.

Approach to care

My care philosophy is rooted in evidence-based practice, delivered with empathy and practical direction. We'll work together to translate science into real, sustainable changes that fit your life. I stay curious, ask questions, and meet you where you are, no judgments. I favor a holistic, weight-neutral approach that emphasizes habits, sleep, stress, and well-being, not dieting fads. Education is a key tool I use to help you feel confident making choices that last.

Your first session with Sara

Our first appointment is all about you. We'll review your medical history, establish short-term goals, and look at lab work and biometrics together to get a clear picture of where you are. You don't need to have everything figured out before we meet; it's a welcoming, low-pressure conversation. I'll listen to your story, share how nutrition can fit your life, and we'll leave with one or two SMART goals to get you moving forward with confidence.

Education

MPS Penn State University

Hobbies

I enjoy hiking, traveling, drinking tea with a cat on my lap, reading, singing, playing the French horn, baking, and exercising.

Licenses and Certifications