Health Professionals in Winnebago County, IL
Do you feel overwhelmed by a recent diagnosis? Have you been doing "all the right things" and still not seeing results? Do you feel lost when navigating all the conflicting nutrition advice out there and need help figuring what is right for you...and how to actually make a new eating plan work in your life? This is where I come in. With a listening ear, education on recognizing what your body is telling you and how food interacts with that, and support in making long term change.
Do you feel overwhelmed by a recent diagnosis? Have you been doing "all the right things" and still not seeing results? Do you feel lost when navigating all the conflicting nutrition advice out there and need help figuring what is right for you...and how to actually make a new eating plan work in your life? This is where I come in. With a listening ear, education on recognizing what your body is telling you and how food interacts with that, and support in making long term change.
As a Registered Dietitian and mom, I help you break free from diet culture and rebuild trust with food and your body. I understand the pressure to “eat right,” look a certain way, and feed your family well. Together, we’ll simplify nutrition, reduce stress, and create sustainable habits so you and your kids feel nourished, confident, and supported—without guilt or perfection.
As a Registered Dietitian and mom, I help you break free from diet culture and rebuild trust with food and your body. I understand the pressure to “eat right,” look a certain way, and feed your family well. Together, we’ll simplify nutrition, reduce stress, and create sustainable habits so you and your kids feel nourished, confident, and supported—without guilt or perfection.
I work with adults who want to improve their health through nutrition but feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice or unsure where to start. Many are managing prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or digestive concerns. Others simply want more energy, better metabolic health, and healthy aging. Together, we'll identify what's holding you back, create a personalized nutrition plan that fits your lifestyle, and build sustainable habits that help you reach your goals with confidence.
I work with adults who want to improve their health through nutrition but feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice or unsure where to start. Many are managing prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or digestive concerns. Others simply want more energy, better metabolic health, and healthy aging. Together, we'll identify what's holding you back, create a personalized nutrition plan that fits your lifestyle, and build sustainable habits that help you reach your goals with confidence.
Hi, I’m Alexis! I am a Health at Every Size-aligned Registered Dietitian specializing in disordered eating, substance use, and medical nutrition therapy. My counseling approach is weight-neutral, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I believe every individual has the capacity to live free from the cycle of dieting and the pain of persistent body dissatisfaction. It is my belief that nourishing our bodies can be both empowering and enjoyable.
Hi, I’m Alexis! I am a Health at Every Size-aligned Registered Dietitian specializing in disordered eating, substance use, and medical nutrition therapy. My counseling approach is weight-neutral, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I believe every individual has the capacity to live free from the cycle of dieting and the pain of persistent body dissatisfaction. It is my belief that nourishing our bodies can be both empowering and enjoyable.
Hi! I’m Lauren, your period dietitian. I help women in their 20s through early 40s regulate their periods, ease frustrating PMS, and boost their energy and fertility, so they can feel more like themselves again.
My clients are tired of extreme dieting, being told their labs are “normal” when they feel like trash, and that birth control is their only option to regulate hormones and manage symptoms until they want to get pregnant. I get it, which is why we do things a bit different around here.
Hi! I’m Lauren, your period dietitian. I help women in their 20s through early 40s regulate their periods, ease frustrating PMS, and boost their energy and fertility, so they can feel more like themselves again.
My clients are tired of extreme dieting, being told their labs are “normal” when they feel like trash, and that birth control is their only option to regulate hormones and manage symptoms until they want to get pregnant. I get it, which is why we do things a bit different around here.
I provide quality, individualized natural medicine for the entire family. I particularly enjoy working with women, children and families. My patients appreciate my unique approach to their illness. I take time to get to know you as a whole person in order to address the root cause of your problem. I then use natural medicines to trigger the body's innate ability to heal itself and correct the imbalance. I use a combination of custom herbal formulations, diet, stress modification, exercise, acupuncture and specific supplementation. With these tools, I create a Personalized Wellness Plan at each visit that will work into your unique life.
I provide quality, individualized natural medicine for the entire family. I particularly enjoy working with women, children and families. My patients appreciate my unique approach to their illness. I take time to get to know you as a whole person in order to address the root cause of your problem. I then use natural medicines to trigger the body's innate ability to heal itself and correct the imbalance. I use a combination of custom herbal formulations, diet, stress modification, exercise, acupuncture and specific supplementation. With these tools, I create a Personalized Wellness Plan at each visit that will work into your unique life.
Online Health Professionals
I help families whose little ones struggle with persistent tummy issues and who feel frustrated, dismissed, or stuck searching for answers. My approach digs deeper to uncover the root cause so your child can finally feel comfortable and thrive!
Common concerns I support include:
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Reflux or GERD
• Eczema or skin flares
• Food allergies or sensitivities
• FPIES, CSID, EoE & complex GI issues
I help families whose little ones struggle with persistent tummy issues and who feel frustrated, dismissed, or stuck searching for answers. My approach digs deeper to uncover the root cause so your child can finally feel comfortable and thrive!
Common concerns I support include:
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Reflux or GERD
• Eczema or skin flares
• Food allergies or sensitivities
• FPIES, CSID, EoE & complex GI issues
There is no denying that we live in a world steeped in struggles with food and body image. Whether these issues are severely impacting your life or simply hard for you to manage right now, I'm here to help. I have been a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating for almost 10 years.
There is no denying that we live in a world steeped in struggles with food and body image. Whether these issues are severely impacting your life or simply hard for you to manage right now, I'm here to help. I have been a registered dietitian specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating for almost 10 years.
As a board certified & licensed Naturopathic Doctor (licensure held in CT because MI has not approved licensure of ND's yet) I am a world class expert in natural medicine. I am considered a general practitioner which means I can see children & adults & I will treat anything from the common cold to cancer.
The goal of our relationship together is to TEACH you how to maintain the health of YOU and your family, treat your illnesses when necessary and use me as a reference when you need more guidance.
As a board certified & licensed Naturopathic Doctor (licensure held in CT because MI has not approved licensure of ND's yet) I am a world class expert in natural medicine. I am considered a general practitioner which means I can see children & adults & I will treat anything from the common cold to cancer.
The goal of our relationship together is to TEACH you how to maintain the health of YOU and your family, treat your illnesses when necessary and use me as a reference when you need more guidance.
Brittany Payton, RD, LD, is a licensed dietitian with over 19 years of experience helping clients heal chronic conditions using food as medicine. After facing her own health challenges, she adopted a root-cause, whole-body approach. Brittany blends functional nutrition, clinical insight, and compassion to create personalized, practical plans. She truly listens to each client, empowering them to make lasting change—no quick fixes or restrictive diets here.
Brittany Payton, RD, LD, is a licensed dietitian with over 19 years of experience helping clients heal chronic conditions using food as medicine. After facing her own health challenges, she adopted a root-cause, whole-body approach. Brittany blends functional nutrition, clinical insight, and compassion to create personalized, practical plans. She truly listens to each client, empowering them to make lasting change—no quick fixes or restrictive diets here.
I graduated from National University of Health Sciences in 2005 and have been working as a Licensed Massage Therapist for over 20 years.
I provide massages tailored to each individual’s needs. I find deep satisfaction in relieving people’s pain and improving their lives. I am experienced in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, Thai massage, trigger point therapy, and hot stone massage. I have taken many continuing education courses and am always interested in learning new modalities and techniques to help my clients with their overall health.
I graduated from National University of Health Sciences in 2005 and have been working as a Licensed Massage Therapist for over 20 years.
I provide massages tailored to each individual’s needs. I find deep satisfaction in relieving people’s pain and improving their lives. I am experienced in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, Thai massage, trigger point therapy, and hot stone massage. I have taken many continuing education courses and am always interested in learning new modalities and techniques to help my clients with their overall health.
You’re in midlife and suddenly your body feels unfamiliar.
Maybe your energy crashes in the afternoon, sleep feels off, weight is harder to manage, or the habits that used to work no longer help.
I work with women 40+ who want to better understand the hormonal, metabolic, and lifestyle changes affecting energy, blood sugar, cholesterol, and weight.
Together, we focus on practical, evidence-based nutrition strategies and realistic habits that support long-term health without rigid dieting, overwhelm, or perfection.
You’re in midlife and suddenly your body feels unfamiliar.
Maybe your energy crashes in the afternoon, sleep feels off, weight is harder to manage, or the habits that used to work no longer help.
I work with women 40+ who want to better understand the hormonal, metabolic, and lifestyle changes affecting energy, blood sugar, cholesterol, and weight.
Together, we focus on practical, evidence-based nutrition strategies and realistic habits that support long-term health without rigid dieting, overwhelm, or perfection.
Elise is a dietitian who focuses on using realistic approaches to help you improve your health through nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle practices. Her approach to nutrition is holistic and client centered. She takes the time to fully understand your unique lifestyle, preferences, and challenges to create a realistic nutrition plan together as a team. Elise believes in the power of using high quality nutrient dense foods to support all aspects of your health and wellbeing.
Elise is a dietitian who focuses on using realistic approaches to help you improve your health through nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle practices. Her approach to nutrition is holistic and client centered. She takes the time to fully understand your unique lifestyle, preferences, and challenges to create a realistic nutrition plan together as a team. Elise believes in the power of using high quality nutrient dense foods to support all aspects of your health and wellbeing.
Hi! I'm Mia (she/her). I’m a Registered Dietitian dedicated to providing culturally centered, accessible, and compassionate nutrition care. I am committed to providing HAES-aligned evidence based care that also honors and celebrates your lived experience. I utilize intuitive eating principles and motivational interviewing with an “all foods fit” and gentle nutrition approach.I will work with you from a place of curiosity and together we will develop tools, skills, and knowledge to better understand and nourish your body while working towards your health goals.
Hi! I'm Mia (she/her). I’m a Registered Dietitian dedicated to providing culturally centered, accessible, and compassionate nutrition care. I am committed to providing HAES-aligned evidence based care that also honors and celebrates your lived experience. I utilize intuitive eating principles and motivational interviewing with an “all foods fit” and gentle nutrition approach.I will work with you from a place of curiosity and together we will develop tools, skills, and knowledge to better understand and nourish your body while working towards your health goals.
Kerri is a Registered Dietitian, specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, IBS, Diabetes, and Pregnancy Nutrition. She believes that the beauty of her profession is supporting clients to become empowered and confident as they explore what works for them. Kerri takes a lifelong and “food is fun” approach to her sessions, and understands that what may work in one season of life, may not work in the next. Kerri also believes in an all inclusive approach with foods and body types, providing an environment rich in opportunity to build trust and learning for both client and provider.
Kerri is a Registered Dietitian, specializing in working with adults and adolescents with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, IBS, Diabetes, and Pregnancy Nutrition. She believes that the beauty of her profession is supporting clients to become empowered and confident as they explore what works for them. Kerri takes a lifelong and “food is fun” approach to her sessions, and understands that what may work in one season of life, may not work in the next. Kerri also believes in an all inclusive approach with foods and body types, providing an environment rich in opportunity to build trust and learning for both client and provider.
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
At Exterior Wellness, I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by persistent symptoms despite doing many of the “right” things. Fatigue, inflammation, weight changes, hormonal imbalance, acne, brain fog, and recurrent health issues can be signs that the body’s clearance systems are under more strain than they can manage.
I believe supporting clearance & circulation is foundational to health. Detoxification is not only about how the body processes and eliminates toxins—it also involves reducing the constant influx of new exposures. My approach emphasizes individual predisposition, lymphatic flow, and biotransformation pathways
At Exterior Wellness, I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by persistent symptoms despite doing many of the “right” things. Fatigue, inflammation, weight changes, hormonal imbalance, acne, brain fog, and recurrent health issues can be signs that the body’s clearance systems are under more strain than they can manage.
I believe supporting clearance & circulation is foundational to health. Detoxification is not only about how the body processes and eliminates toxins—it also involves reducing the constant influx of new exposures. My approach emphasizes individual predisposition, lymphatic flow, and biotransformation pathways
Whether you're seeking help for sports nutrition, making healthier lifestyle choices, or need guidance in creating a more positive relationship with food - we can do it together! Together, we'll create lifestyle modifications that work for you, to not only optimize performance but improve your overall health.
Whether you're seeking help for sports nutrition, making healthier lifestyle choices, or need guidance in creating a more positive relationship with food - we can do it together! Together, we'll create lifestyle modifications that work for you, to not only optimize performance but improve your overall health.
Embark on a personalized journey to well-being with me. My comprehensive services encompass nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy, and personalized fitness assessments/prescriptions. Whether you're striving to achieve weight management goals, improve overall health, or address specific dietary concerns, my clinical expertise and advanced degrees ensure you receive the guidance and support necessary for success.
Embark on a personalized journey to well-being with me. My comprehensive services encompass nutrition counseling, medical nutrition therapy, and personalized fitness assessments/prescriptions. Whether you're striving to achieve weight management goals, improve overall health, or address specific dietary concerns, my clinical expertise and advanced degrees ensure you receive the guidance and support necessary for success.
Laurie is the founder and chief executive manager of Insight EAP LLC. She is a licensed clinical social worker as well as a licensed acupuncturist who practices integrative health care in Chicago and Park Ridge, IL. Her integrative approach is one that incorporates psychotherapy, Chinese Medicine, nutritional counseling, and exercise, treating the mind - body in a truly holistic way.
Laurie is the founder and chief executive manager of Insight EAP LLC. She is a licensed clinical social worker as well as a licensed acupuncturist who practices integrative health care in Chicago and Park Ridge, IL. Her integrative approach is one that incorporates psychotherapy, Chinese Medicine, nutritional counseling, and exercise, treating the mind - body in a truly holistic way.
How to tell if Natural Health is right for me?
Winnebago 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.
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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How to use my insurance?
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