About me.

My name is Kristen, I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (since 2010), Certified Lactation Counselor (since 2021), and hold a FARE Pediatric Food Allergy Certification. I earned my Master’s in Nutrition from Columbia University and have worked in major healthcare systems, including inpatient pediatric hospitals, outpatient pediatric and maternal clinics, research, and private practice.

With over a decade of experience focused exclusively in maternal and pediatric nutrition, I know firsthand how overwhelming nutrition advice can be. Not only is there so much misinformation, but the actual science doesn’t always align with real-life experiences—something I learned firsthand after struggling with breastfeeding my daughter. I knew all the research, but the real-life implementation was a lot more stressful than I anticipated!

Unlike other fields of science, nutrition IS NOT black and white. It can’t be. Food and what it represents is different for every single person. Which is why nutrition is basically meeting in the middle. It’s an educated compromise to fit your personal needs and goals. That’s why I take a realistic, science-backed approach to nutrition, helping you find what works for you (and/or your family). Regardless of why we are working together, my hope is that you feel confident when feeding yourself (and loved ones) and learn a lot along the way!

My credentials.

  • Masters of Science in Nutrition, Columbia University Institute of Human Nutrition 

  • Certified in Pediatric Food Allergies, FARE

  • Certified Lactation Counselor 

  • Certification of Professional Achievement in Medical Nutrition Therapy, Columbia University Institute of Human Nutrition

  • Dietetic Internship, LIU Post 

  • Bachelors of Science in Nutrition, LIU Post

I have worked as a clinical dietitian in both inpatient and outpatient settings throughout New York City, Long Island and Westchester. During my professional career, I have also worked as a research assistant as well as a regional clinical research coordinator. I have given professional presentations and been an author on several peer-reviewed publications.

Let’s talk.