Health Professionals in North Carolina

I understand the world we live in can be very overwhelming. When it comes to health and wellness, I recognize there is a considerable amount of contradicting information. I focus on implementing evidence-based recommendations into practical steps that are easy to manage on a day-to-day basis. I am committed to helping people navigate through nutrition in a way that empowers them to feel their best.

With a degree and 30+ years experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine,I treated thousands of patients with arthritis,pain,sport injuries,acute and chronic disease. I love my career very much and wish to use my knowledge to help you have a better life through wellness.

I live and practice by the belief that all foods have a place in a healthy and balanced diet, and that no one food is “bad”. In a society where we are constantly searching for the next trending diet plan or magic pill, I am committed to countering the noise with evidence-based information and a mind-body approach to nutrition and overall wellbeing. I am passionate about helping my clients make realistic and sustainable lifestyle changes that they feel good about – physically, mentally and emotionally.

Difficulty adhering to diets? Pressed for time? Need quick and healthy meal ideas? Not eating enough food and experiencing fatigue? Do you sit in the guilt of knowing what to do but just can't seem to do it? Can’t lose a sustainable healthy weight and stay consistent with your healthy choices? Fatigue, low energy, don't feel like yourself physically? Need weight management guidance, management of type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? Do you need a compassionate healthcare provider to guide you on this journey?

Are you ready to take charge of your health? If you are looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable nutrition professional to help you meet your nutrition related health goals, you've come to the right place. I am ready to partner with you in finding solutions that are not only effective, but work for you and your unique lifestyle. I use a client-centered approach and focus not only on the what, but the how. I do not believe in diets or that you have to feel deprived to like your body and be healthy.

I've seen the strengths and weaknesses of modern medicine firsthand as a Medic and Critical Care Nurse over 23 years. There is no easy way to convey the power I've s seen through Eastern Medicine techniques, many of which are now being brought to the mainstream. Whether it's dietary threapy, herbal medicine, needling, cuppin, they have their roots in Eastern Medicine. The modern takes on these tools often lack the unifying vision for how and when to use them, when not to, when to be gentle and when to be more aggressive. These are the kinds of neiuances only a comprehensively trained practitioner can offer to you.

Jessica Ashton is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a focus on helping people feel energized, confident and happy. She knows it is important to develop a good relationship with food that is not weighed down with any guilt or shame. Jessica wants to help others develop sustainable (and fun!) eating and exercise habits that make them feel their best. She is an expert on nutrition but believes that you are the expert on your body! Jessica loves developing deep relationships with her clients and working as a team to help them achieve their goals.

How long have you been dieting? Is the current diet you are following helping you to lose weight or is it leaving you frustrated with little results. I am here to help. My goal is to take away restrictive dieting and help my clients build a healthy relationship with food. I also work with clients who have struggled with traditional diets, either they do not see results or they cannot maintain their results for the long term. I help clients get to the root cause of stubborn weight loss through advanced testing, personalized nutrition and lifestyle recommendations.

We know change is not easy. We know finding food freedom can sound scary (maybe even impossible). It is our mission to guide you through uncharted territory and give you the knowledge and support you need to make real and lasting changes. Our approach to health and nutrition is weight-inclusive, and will always focus on finding peace and balance with food and exercise. We are continuously educating ourselves to provide a safe and welcoming space for all individuals. We work to analyze eating habits together and make changes based on where you are.

I have twenty two years of experience in private practice and have ten years of teaching experience at Daoist Traditions, Asheville and the American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Houston, Texas. I have had the privilege to be credentialed to work as an acupuncturist in three hospitals in Houston Texas: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Memorial Hermann S.W. Hospital and M-Health Rehabilitation. Additionally, I practiced at the Chinese Acupuncture and Herbology Clinic in Asheville for eight years and currently am a senior practitioner at the Alternative Clinic in Asheville and Tryon N.C.

Hope Peek is a cofounder and the Director of Integrative Women's Health services at Charlotte Acupuncture and Wellness Center. She is one of the first acupuncturists in the nation to achieve fellow status with the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM). She is also a charter member of the Clinical Excellence in Fertility Program and is nationally board certified in acupuncture and herbal medicine. Hope graduated from Southwest Acupuncture College in Santa Fe, NM in 2005 with a masters degree in Oriental medicine (MSOM) and completed an additional internship in Beijing, China.

I am a Registered Dietitian with a breadth of experience for over 20 years. I have been licensed to practice dietetics in NC since 1999. I believe in providing evidence based, scientifically proven nutritional counseling. I have worked in a variety of capacities including acute care clinical nutrition, outpatient oncology (cancer care) consulting, public health education and classroom instruction. I am passionate about helping people learn about healthy eating and loving it.

I want to help you get better. Through my own health struggles I found the value of integrative medicine. I suffered for a long time with Crohn's Disease, an autoimmune disease, and improved greatly with the help of a naturopathic doctor. My approach to patient care comes from this unique perspective. When we work together you'll be listened to and be given the time to ask any questions you may have.

I empower my patients to take control of their health and prevent or reverse lifestyle related conditions such as pre-diabetes, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and others. My focus is on sustainable lifestyle changes rather than diets or temporary solutions-- I help my patients find ways to make healthy improvements that work for them for the long term. I love food, so I always make sure my patients are also "eating happy" when they're eating healthy. I enjoy talking about cooking ideas, shopping tips, and ways to be creative in the kitchen.

My training allows me to address a wide variety of conditions. I have frequently treated people that have nowhere left to turn for relief. I try to treat the most immediate pain-causing issues, while also treating the musculo-skeletal(postural) patterns that are at the root of the pain. Most problems are not where the pain is being felt, so I use observation, client history, and just plain intuition sometimes to find the original trauma.

Mary Frances is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping others reach their wellness goals. She enjoys using her science background to help simplify confusing nutrition messages in the media for her clients. Mary Frances has a unique understanding of the connection between the mind and body and is passionate about helping others untangle their complex relationships with food.

Kate holds a doctorate in clinical nutrition and has earned in a master's degree in human nutrition and functional medicine. Kate helps women live their best lives by optimizing their nutrition and lifestyles. Women have unique life stages and conditions and their nutrition needs reflect this. From infertility to perinatal to perimenopause, Kate guides her clients through a functional nutrition lens.

As dietitians specializing in eating disorders and Health at Every Size®, we offer a client-centered, collaborative approach to nutrition counseling. We believe that all bodies are unique and each client has an individualized set of needs. With a little bit of nutrition science and a lot of reflection on your lived experience, we can work together to discover the behaviors that support your health- as YOU define it. Our hope is that healing your relationship with food and nourishing your body will transform many aspects of your life!

Hey there! I'm Neika, your dedicated Registered Dietitian (RD) on a mission to elevate your health journey holistically. Specializing in hormonal health, prenatal and postpartum nutrition, lactation support, and pediatric nutrition, I'm here to offer tailored guidance personalized to your unique needs. With a focus on preventive care, I'm committed to helping you achieve optimal well-being and embrace a vibrant lifestyle. Whether you're navigating the joys of pregnancy, nurturing your little one, or simply seeking to enhance your overall health, I'm here to empower you every step of the way