Shawndra Powell

About Shawndra

Hi, I'm Shawndra, an East Tennessee-based Registered Dietitian with two years of experience. I earned my Masters of Science through Eastern Michigan University's Coordinated Program in Nutrition. My career path in nutrition spans clinical and hospital settings and prior to becoming a dietitian, I served as a Nuclear Machinist Mate in the U.S. Navy. When I’m not working with clients, you’ll find me cooking, baking, canning, preserving, or tending my garden and farm alongside my husband and kids. I’m grateful to help people grow healthier habits that fit their lives from a whole-body, personalized perspective.

Approach to care

Evidence-Based in approach, empathetic in tone, I work with you directly and offer clear, actionable steps. I believe in a weight-neutral mindset, so we focus on sustainable habits rather than restrictive dieting that lead to a healthier self. My care is holistic, considering sleep, stress, mood, environment, and physical activity alongside food. I emphasize education, giving you the knowledge to make informed choices. Together we’ll build a plan that respects your values and fosters lasting change, one small, steady step at a time.

Your first session with Shawndra

Think of our first session as a organized conversation, not an evaluation. Our time is all about you and your goals. We’ll review your unique medical history and lab work/biometrics, and together we’ll establish short-term goals. You do not need to have it all figured out before we meet; I’ll listen and guide you toward practical next steps. I want you to feel supported and understood, never judged, as we begin this collaborative journey toward healthier habits that fit your life.

Location

📍 Knoxville, Tennessee

Education

Coordinated Program in Nutrition, MS, Eastern Michigan University

Hobbies

Cooking, Baking, Canning, Preserving, Farming, Gardening.

Licenses and Certifications