Health Professionals in Catawba County, NC

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Michelle Rizzi Shelfer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CEDRD-S
Serves Area
My goal is to meet people where they are, and aid them in building a sustainable relationship with food and movement. I educate on how improving their nutrition can improve their mental and emotional health along with their physical well-being. I focus on "Improvement, not perfection!" As a certified group fitness instructor for over 22 years, I am able to help clients design a movement plan that works for them. While using a H.A.E.S, and intuitive eating approach, they are able to enjoy the journey of improvibg their relationship with food and movement.
My goal is to meet people where they are, and aid them in building a sustainable relationship with food and movement. I educate on how improving their nutrition can improve their mental and emotional health along with their physical well-being. I focus on "Improvement, not perfection!" As a certified group fitness instructor for over 22 years, I am able to help clients design a movement plan that works for them. While using a H.A.E.S, and intuitive eating approach, they are able to enjoy the journey of improvibg their relationship with food and movement.
(828) 337-5148 View (828) 337-5148
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Anna Lor
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Serves Area
You’re here because you’re ready for a change, but with all the conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling with low energy, inconsistent eating habits, or balancing your health goals with a busy life. I’m here to help you cut through the noise and create a personalized plan that works for you. Together, we’ll build sustainable habits that fit your lifestyle, whether it’s feeling more energized, improving performance, or simply finding joy in food again. You deserve to feel confident, supported, and in control of your health—and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
You’re here because you’re ready for a change, but with all the conflicting advice out there, it’s hard to know where to start. Maybe you’re struggling with low energy, inconsistent eating habits, or balancing your health goals with a busy life. I’m here to help you cut through the noise and create a personalized plan that works for you. Together, we’ll build sustainable habits that fit your lifestyle, whether it’s feeling more energized, improving performance, or simply finding joy in food again. You deserve to feel confident, supported, and in control of your health—and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
(910) 597-4190 View (910) 597-4190
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Jordan DeBoard
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN, CEDS
Online Only
Hi, I’m Jordan! I’m a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and I work with adults (18+) in North Carolina who are ready to find healing and freedom with food and their bodies. While I specialize in eating disorder recovery, I also support people navigating PCOS and other hormonal concerns, diabetes, sports nutrition, and intuitive eating.
Hi, I’m Jordan! I’m a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and I work with adults (18+) in North Carolina who are ready to find healing and freedom with food and their bodies. While I specialize in eating disorder recovery, I also support people navigating PCOS and other hormonal concerns, diabetes, sports nutrition, and intuitive eating.
(828) 457-8851 View (828) 457-8851
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Mandy Huffman Nix
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Serves Area
Healing Nutrition provides a positive and sustainable relationship with food and your body. Whether you are seeking weight management, blood sugar control, discovering the root cause of GI distress, addressing food sensitivities, or meal planning, my passion is helping you achieve your wellness goals and to feel your best.
Healing Nutrition provides a positive and sustainable relationship with food and your body. Whether you are seeking weight management, blood sugar control, discovering the root cause of GI distress, addressing food sensitivities, or meal planning, my passion is helping you achieve your wellness goals and to feel your best.
(828) 439-0724 View (828) 439-0724
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Sarah Helmick
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Serves Area
I enjoy working with a number of individuals including those who are looking to improve their relationship with food and their bodies, let go of beliefs about food that are preventing them from living a full life, and those who are struggling with chronic health concerns and wanting to learn more about nutrition habits that can be supportive to their well being.
I enjoy working with a number of individuals including those who are looking to improve their relationship with food and their bodies, let go of beliefs about food that are preventing them from living a full life, and those who are struggling with chronic health concerns and wanting to learn more about nutrition habits that can be supportive to their well being.
(828) 516-9602 View (828) 516-9602

Online Health Professionals

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Gina Marie Gilchrist
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN
Charlotte, NC 28227
Gina Gilchrist is a Registered Dietitian with 24 years of experience in varied settings, including outpatient nutrition counseling, nutrition health coaching/private practice, research, and corporate health. Gina’s passion is counseling pediatric and adolescent patients and their families, however, she also enjoys and has experience working with adults and seniors. She loves to wear many hats and utilizes her creativity in the field as she has presented on various nutrition topics for colleagues, communities, and corporations. She enjoys writing and upheld a nutrition column in Silent Sports Magazine while residing in Chicago.
Gina Gilchrist is a Registered Dietitian with 24 years of experience in varied settings, including outpatient nutrition counseling, nutrition health coaching/private practice, research, and corporate health. Gina’s passion is counseling pediatric and adolescent patients and their families, however, she also enjoys and has experience working with adults and seniors. She loves to wear many hats and utilizes her creativity in the field as she has presented on various nutrition topics for colleagues, communities, and corporations. She enjoys writing and upheld a nutrition column in Silent Sports Magazine while residing in Chicago.
(704) 327-0257 View (704) 327-0257
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Taft Draper Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CSSD, CSCS, CLT
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Each patient that comes in to see me has a story to tell. I listen and address the root causes that guides each person towards a path to health and well-being. We will create an individualized program that includes meal planning and recipes, along with a functional approach to feeling better and getting the results you want. If needed, we can test for food sensitivities using LEAP/MRT, hormones, micronutrient deficiencies, cardiometabolic, and stool testing for gut health. This holistic approach assesses someone's body as a whole to bring balance back into one's life.
Each patient that comes in to see me has a story to tell. I listen and address the root causes that guides each person towards a path to health and well-being. We will create an individualized program that includes meal planning and recipes, along with a functional approach to feeling better and getting the results you want. If needed, we can test for food sensitivities using LEAP/MRT, hormones, micronutrient deficiencies, cardiometabolic, and stool testing for gut health. This holistic approach assesses someone's body as a whole to bring balance back into one's life.
(828) 835-2858 View (828) 835-2858
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Carol Shimberg
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS,RDN, RYT
Online Only
I am a integrative lifestyle medicine dietitian with over 30 years experience working in a major medical center providing evidence based nutrition therapy approaches. My expertise and passion is in the areas of digestive health, GI nutrition and I am a FODMAP trained dietitian (for IBS) from the Monash University. I provide medical nutrition therapy for IBS, IBD, SIBO, GERD, celiac disease, other GI issues. In addition, I provide medical nutrition therapy for chronic health issues such as, diabetes, weight management, women's health issues, obesity, heart disease, high cholesterol, healthy aging, cancer and autoimmune disorders.
I am a integrative lifestyle medicine dietitian with over 30 years experience working in a major medical center providing evidence based nutrition therapy approaches. My expertise and passion is in the areas of digestive health, GI nutrition and I am a FODMAP trained dietitian (for IBS) from the Monash University. I provide medical nutrition therapy for IBS, IBD, SIBO, GERD, celiac disease, other GI issues. In addition, I provide medical nutrition therapy for chronic health issues such as, diabetes, weight management, women's health issues, obesity, heart disease, high cholesterol, healthy aging, cancer and autoimmune disorders.
(828) 408-0239 View (828) 408-0239
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Sis Your Uterus Matters
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LDN
Online Only
I am a Registered Dietitian and current medical student with a deep passion for helping people feel better in their bodies physically and emotionally. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed by fatigue, hormone shifts, insulin resistance, bloating, inconsistent eating, or weight changes. Many are tired of extremes and just want clarity, structure, and support that actually fits their life. If you want to feel more in control of your health but need practical and compassionate guidance without pressure for perfection, I am here to help you create lasting and sustainable change.
I am a Registered Dietitian and current medical student with a deep passion for helping people feel better in their bodies physically and emotionally. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed by fatigue, hormone shifts, insulin resistance, bloating, inconsistent eating, or weight changes. Many are tired of extremes and just want clarity, structure, and support that actually fits their life. If you want to feel more in control of your health but need practical and compassionate guidance without pressure for perfection, I am here to help you create lasting and sustainable change.
(919) 804-1475 View (919) 804-1475
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Rhya Pachin
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT
Online Only
Looking for relief from chronic health conditions and a deeper level of nutritional support? Struggling to get answers? My focus is to identify and address the root cause of symptoms in order to help you achieve optimal health.
Looking for relief from chronic health conditions and a deeper level of nutritional support? Struggling to get answers? My focus is to identify and address the root cause of symptoms in order to help you achieve optimal health.
(704) 761-7796 View (704) 761-7796
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Brie Mills
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LDN, CDCES
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I became a registered dietitian in 2010 and most recently earned my CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist) credential to support clients with prediabetes and diabetes. I have dedicated my professional career to helping people improve their relationship with food and manage their health conditions. I stay current with the latest research to better equip my clients with the knowledge and tools they need for personal success. With that said, it’s all about personalization and no one-size-fits-all approach. I do not believe in restrictive diets or eliminating foods you love, but discovering the joy of healthy eating.
I became a registered dietitian in 2010 and most recently earned my CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist) credential to support clients with prediabetes and diabetes. I have dedicated my professional career to helping people improve their relationship with food and manage their health conditions. I stay current with the latest research to better equip my clients with the knowledge and tools they need for personal success. With that said, it’s all about personalization and no one-size-fits-all approach. I do not believe in restrictive diets or eliminating foods you love, but discovering the joy of healthy eating.
(980) 374-3114 View (980) 374-3114
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Patrick Zeoli
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, LDN
Charlotte, NC 28277
As a dietitian I am able to help people in a variety of ways. From sports performance, weight management, diabetes and disease management and other client needs I have been trained in a variety of areas to understand and apply science and research to develop the plan of action to help. Using evidenced based practices, I am able to create and execute a realistic and achievable plan for my clients.
As a dietitian I am able to help people in a variety of ways. From sports performance, weight management, diabetes and disease management and other client needs I have been trained in a variety of areas to understand and apply science and research to develop the plan of action to help. Using evidenced based practices, I am able to create and execute a realistic and achievable plan for my clients.
(704) 686-8547 View (704) 686-8547
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Living Sharp, LLC - Fitness, Nutrition & Wellbeing
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-EP, CLT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Clients I see are looking for support, guidance and education around how they can make healthy choices in their daily lives. I am here to help navigate in this diet culture we live in and to educate my clients on evidence-based nutrition behaviors to empower them to make ever-lasting changes. I take a non-disruptive educational approach to help my clients work on small habits leading to true behavior change. We work on weight management, sports nutrition, food sensitivities, and general healthy eating and lifestyle.
Clients I see are looking for support, guidance and education around how they can make healthy choices in their daily lives. I am here to help navigate in this diet culture we live in and to educate my clients on evidence-based nutrition behaviors to empower them to make ever-lasting changes. I take a non-disruptive educational approach to help my clients work on small habits leading to true behavior change. We work on weight management, sports nutrition, food sensitivities, and general healthy eating and lifestyle.
(803) 258-6691 View (803) 258-6691
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Viktoria Reed
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, RDN, LDN
Online Only
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support to improve their health through evidence-based, personalized nutrition. They may feel overwhelmed by symptoms, medical needs, or lifestyle challenges and want realistic, sustainable guidance. I help them by meeting them where they are and focusing on education rather than restriction. Together, we explore the “why” behind symptoms and behaviors and build practical strategies that fit their daily life, goals, and needs for lasting, meaningful change.
My ideal clients are individuals seeking support to improve their health through evidence-based, personalized nutrition. They may feel overwhelmed by symptoms, medical needs, or lifestyle challenges and want realistic, sustainable guidance. I help them by meeting them where they are and focusing on education rather than restriction. Together, we explore the “why” behind symptoms and behaviors and build practical strategies that fit their daily life, goals, and needs for lasting, meaningful change.
(708) 578-5773 View (708) 578-5773
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Food Full Circle, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Online Only
Every person deserves to have a peaceful relationship with food and their body, and I love helping my clients get there (while acknowledging the systems that limit it for many of us). By combining mindfulness principles with integrative/functional nutrition and meeting yourself where you’re at, we can create slow, sustainable, realistic changes that support YOUR personal body. This is nutrition for EVERY body, full-circle. If you’re ready to stop constantly thinking about food, obsessing over ingredients, counting calories, and feeling frequent guilt/shame about your food choices/body, I’d LOVE to help you!
Every person deserves to have a peaceful relationship with food and their body, and I love helping my clients get there (while acknowledging the systems that limit it for many of us). By combining mindfulness principles with integrative/functional nutrition and meeting yourself where you’re at, we can create slow, sustainable, realistic changes that support YOUR personal body. This is nutrition for EVERY body, full-circle. If you’re ready to stop constantly thinking about food, obsessing over ingredients, counting calories, and feeling frequent guilt/shame about your food choices/body, I’d LOVE to help you!
(704) 275-0714 View (704) 275-0714
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Ayah Muhsen
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN
Charlotte, NC 28269
My ideal clients are individuals who want to build a more balanced, peaceful, and sustainable relationship with food. Many come to me feeling tired of dieting, confused by nutrition advice, or stuck in patterns that do not feel supportive. As a Registered Dietitian, I use a non-diet, intuitive eating approach to provide realistic, evidence-based guidance that helps clients feel more confident, nourished, and at ease with their choices.
My ideal clients are individuals who want to build a more balanced, peaceful, and sustainable relationship with food. Many come to me feeling tired of dieting, confused by nutrition advice, or stuck in patterns that do not feel supportive. As a Registered Dietitian, I use a non-diet, intuitive eating approach to provide realistic, evidence-based guidance that helps clients feel more confident, nourished, and at ease with their choices.
(773) 985-4270 View (773) 985-4270
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Nicole Buchanan
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Nicole is a registered dietitian who works with clients ready to take charge of their health and make lasting changes. These clients may be managing, or hoping to prevent, chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or obesity. Nicole helps them develop long-term strategies that prioritize prevention, manage existing conditions, and support a healthier, more vibrant life.
Nicole is a registered dietitian who works with clients ready to take charge of their health and make lasting changes. These clients may be managing, or hoping to prevent, chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or obesity. Nicole helps them develop long-term strategies that prioritize prevention, manage existing conditions, and support a healthier, more vibrant life.
(659) 247-2042 View (659) 247-2042
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Mindy Gates
Acupuncturist, RN, LAc, BSN, MAOM
Asheville, NC 28801
Apotheca Acupuncture, the private practice of Mindy Gates, RN, L.Ac., was established is 2013 in order to create a safe, professional space for each individual to find their pathway to health and healing through empowerment, education, and the loving provision of the modalities of Chinese medicine. Mindy offers a wide range of Classical and Traditional Chinese medicine from her clinic on Orange Street in downtown Asheville. Her practice tools include: acupuncture, moxabustion, herbal therapy, essential oil therapy, tui na, qi gong, cupping, stone medicine, I Ching readings, peristeam therapy, lifestyle modification and nutrition.
Apotheca Acupuncture, the private practice of Mindy Gates, RN, L.Ac., was established is 2013 in order to create a safe, professional space for each individual to find their pathway to health and healing through empowerment, education, and the loving provision of the modalities of Chinese medicine. Mindy offers a wide range of Classical and Traditional Chinese medicine from her clinic on Orange Street in downtown Asheville. Her practice tools include: acupuncture, moxabustion, herbal therapy, essential oil therapy, tui na, qi gong, cupping, stone medicine, I Ching readings, peristeam therapy, lifestyle modification and nutrition.
(828) 332-5517 View (828) 332-5517
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Avance Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES
Charlotte, NC 28204
At Avance Care Nutrition, our highest priority is your health and well-being. Partner with one of our dietitians and your healthcare team to meet your health and wellness goals. We can partner with you to: reach a healthier weight without deprivation with a personalized, flexible lifestyle and eating plan, improve your relationship with food and your body, learn to listen to your body’s cues for hunger and fullness, reduce your risk for developing chronic conditions like heart disease or manage chronic conditions, like diabetes and high blood pressure, with fewer medications.
At Avance Care Nutrition, our highest priority is your health and well-being. Partner with one of our dietitians and your healthcare team to meet your health and wellness goals. We can partner with you to: reach a healthier weight without deprivation with a personalized, flexible lifestyle and eating plan, improve your relationship with food and your body, learn to listen to your body’s cues for hunger and fullness, reduce your risk for developing chronic conditions like heart disease or manage chronic conditions, like diabetes and high blood pressure, with fewer medications.
(984) 789-5087 View (984) 789-5087
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Taryn Mattern (Fertility)
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
Charlotte, NC 28209
Are you feeling overwhelmed by conflicting fertility advice online? Are you feeling both financial & emotional stress from fertility testing that provides no clarity or answers? Are you feeling isolated because friends & family don't understand the complexity of infertility and/or pregnancy loss? Are you watching others get pregnant easily while wondering what is wrong with your body? It can feel exhausting when you're trying to figure everything out on your own, with little direction, clarity and an "unexplained infertility" diagnosis.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by conflicting fertility advice online? Are you feeling both financial & emotional stress from fertility testing that provides no clarity or answers? Are you feeling isolated because friends & family don't understand the complexity of infertility and/or pregnancy loss? Are you watching others get pregnant easily while wondering what is wrong with your body? It can feel exhausting when you're trying to figure everything out on your own, with little direction, clarity and an "unexplained infertility" diagnosis.
(704) 270-8168 View (704) 270-8168
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
Catawba County Health Professionals have broad skills and are able to work with a wide range of symptoms.

Complementary and alternative health, natural health or holistic health is a non-medical path to well-being. It sees the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of life as closely interconnected and balanced. Advocates typically use a wide variety of alternative practices, the most common of which include: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Massage Therapy, Naturopathy, Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Physical Therapy.

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