Rachel is a registered and licensed dietitian with a passion for helping clients optimize their health outcomes while discovering the root-cause of their symptoms, intolerances, or hormonal imbalances. Rachel believes in the human body’s inherent wisdom, that when given the right tools, it can heal itself. She is well versed in functional nutrition and works hard to discover the root-cause of unexplainable health issues and symptoms. Rachel believes that all clients should be heard and their concerns validated, and that there are myriad options to support hormonal health or seemingly mysterious symptoms.
Before joining Healthier Tomorrows, Rachel worked with oncology patients to help them thrive through their treatment, optimize their nutrition status, and prevent cancer recurrence. She has had success working with individuals with many different nutrition related medical conditions, and has guided them through lowering their blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure, as well as helping women with estrogen dominance, PCOS, and nutrition support during pregnancy and postpartum.
Rachel obtained her undergraduate degrees in Nutrition and Dietetics at Western Carolina University and completed her dietetic internship through Lenoir Rhyne University. She would be honored to walk alongside you in your journey to achieving optimal nutritional and physical health!
It’s not uncommon to feel lost and confused when it comes to food. In fact, it’s frequently the norm. Jess steers away from the diet-mentality and focuses on a food-as-medicine and a “good, better, best” approach to educate and motivate clients to thrive and grow. Using her philosophy and approach, which are rooted in functional medicine, she has guided clients in healing and repairing their gut; supporting thyroid and immune health, reversing diabetes, elevated cholesterol, and high blood pressure; minimizing and managing pain and headaches; and supporting couples in preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum health. She works with her clients to create a highly customized plan to support their specific health and wellness goals for optimal health. In addition, with her emphasis on functional nutrition, she takes into consideration every aspect of each client’s health, diet, and overall lifestyle when providing nutrition recommendations.
Jess is also a Certified Functional Nutrition Informed Professional (CFNIP), Certified LEAP Therapist (CLT), and serves as the Functional Nutrition Director at Healthier Tomorrows. Practicing functionally offers individualized food and lifestyle goals that address the root cause of illness and health struggles, rather than just addressing symptoms. As Functional Nutrition Director, Jess advises and clinically supervises the dietitians at Healthier Tomorrows in looking at wellness from a functional perspective and addressing the whole body to support clients in optimizing their health.
Being food and chemical sensitivities are often at the root of the inflammatory processes within the body, Jess obtained her CLT certification. With her CLT certification she uses Mediator Release Testing to measure an individual’s reaction to 176 foods and chemicals to establish the most effective anti-inflammatory diet plan for the individual’s specific needs.
Jess obtained her undergraduate degree in dietetics from Bradley University and completed her dietetic internship through the University of Houston. She was part of the Healthier Tomorrows dietetic team from 2013 through 2015, and rejoined Healthier Tomorrows in 2020 to provide virtual nutrition education and support! She has significant experience working with clients in outpatient settings, and she enjoys fostering relationships with clients and providing ongoing support.
Clients appreciate her non-judgmental, realistic, and upbeat approach!
Katie’s goal as a registered dietitian is to truly understand and support those desiring more from their healthcare providers. Her empathy and listening ear give her clients a safe space to navigate their relationship with food and their body. Katie has a great sense of humor and will make you feel at ease during your visits. She especially enjoys working with clients with mental health diagnoses, neurodivergent individuals, and clients in the LGBTQIA+ community. Katie’s specific nutrition-related interests include pregnancy/postpartum, nutrient deficiencies, chronic dieting, and a variety of gastrointestinal complaints (including fatty liver, chronic constipation, diverticulosis/diverticulitis, IBS, and GERD).
Before joining Healthier Tomorrows, Katie provided nutrition care to U.S. Military Veterans and Service Members for 10 years. Half of those years were spent helping Veterans with traumatic brain injuries and strokes recover and relearn how to walk, talk, and eat. Because of this experience, she has an excellent understanding of physiology and metabolism and knows just how miraculous the body is when we nourish it well.
Katie earned her Bachelor of Science in Food Science from Clemson University and earned her Master of Science in Dietetics from Kansas State University. She holds a Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace and a Graduate Certificate in Organizational Leadership. Katie was named “Preceptor of the Year” in 2018 for the Anne Brezina Dietetic Internship in Tampa, FL.
When she’s not working with clients, Katie can be found crocheting, playing piano, reading Matt Haig novels, listening to audiobooks and podcasts, or exploring her state of North Carolina with her husband, toddler and pup.
With years of experience supporting adolescents, teens, and adults, Courtney is a compassionate and knowledgeable registered dietitian who believes in a personalized, sustainable approach to nutrition. Her philosophy centers around nurturing a balanced relationship with food, movement, and body image—without the pressure of restrictive dieting. Courtney’s weight-neutral, all-foods-fit approach prioritizes overall health, empowering clients to embrace long-term habits that feel good and are rooted in self-care.
Courtney has dedicated much of her career to helping individuals navigate the complexities of eating disorders, providing care at all levels of treatment. Her goal is to foster a supportive, understanding environment where clients can explore their own unique paths to wellness. Through virtual sessions, she provides tailored guidance that respects each client’s individual needs and goals.
A graduate of Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri, with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Courtney’s training and experience combine to create a holistic, evidence-based approach to nutrition. She’s especially passionate about helping people develop a positive relationship with food—one that goes beyond the scales and calorie counting.
Courtney loves meeting her clients in the comfort of their own homes and is known for connecting with them on a personal level—often bonding with their pets during virtual sessions!
When she’s not working, Courtney enjoys outdoor adventures like hiking, kayaking, and camping, as well as cozy indoor activities like baking with her two kids and husband. She loves sharing meals with family and friends, and you’ll often find her hosting holiday gatherings or baking for those she cares about.
If you’re ready to build a healthier relationship with food and take steps toward a sustainable, balanced lifestyle, Courtney is here to support you every step of the way.