Skylar Mercer

About Skylar

Welcome and thank you for visiting my page! I am Skylar, a Registered Dietitian with experience working with athletes and individuals with eating disorders/disordered eating patterns. I have worked with athletes to help enhance their performance in sport, coupling their increased nutritional needs and any specific dietary concerns/conditions they may have. I have also worked with those with eating disorders at the residential treatment level for over 3 years, helping heal their relationship with food, body, and self. I am passionate about research and have completed a master's thesis focusing on maternal and infant health regarding vitamins and minerals. I hold a master's in nutritional sciences with a focus on sports nutrition. Whether you need specific guidance for chronic conditions, fueling your body for sport and beyond, or debunking diet culture and its influence on your relationship with food, I am here to help!

Approach to care

I take a weight-neutral approach and lead with intuitive eating, helping you regain trust in your body. I use an evidence-based approach to instill actionable and sustainable changes in the context of your life. I believe all foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle, and I want to explore what that may look like for you. I aim to educate and equip you with the skills to make informed nutrition decisions that honor your specific needs.

Your first session with Skylar

In your first session, we will take the time to build rapport. We will explore your relationship with food and body image, current nutrition behaviors, medical conditions, physical activity level, and access to resources. I will take time to understand what brought you in and create a personalized plan with realistic, achievable goals for you. I will reserve time for you to ask any questions you may have about the process.

Location

📍 Florida

Education

Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Florida State University Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences with an emphasis in sports nutrition from University of Georgia

Hobbies

I enjoy reading fantasy and romance, painting and creating different mediums of artwork, lounging on the beach, running, hiking, crafting fun lattes, and exploring cities through good food and good company.

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