Hello, I'm kayla
I am a Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Nutrition Specialist®(CNS) with a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition (MSCN).
I believe you can take control of your health and reach your goals by understanding the "why" of your diagnosis, symptoms, and struggles through a root cause approach via personalized nutrition.
Integrative dietitian & nutrition professional
Credible, Compassionate, and Rooted in Experience
My passion for helping others help themselves comes from deeply personal experience. I was born with gastroschisis, a rare congenital condition that shaped my relationship with health from day one. Yet, it wasn’t until my early 20s that I truly began to understand and address what my body had been trying to tell me all along.
Through navigating my own health challenges—and the emotional weight of feeling dismissed or unheard in conventional settings—I made it my life’s mission to support others through their toughest diagnoses and healing journeys. No one should ever feel alone in their search for answers.
Since beginning my health journey in 2013, I’ve achieved milestones I once thought were out of reach—and I continue to grow, learn, and heal every day. I believe that true healing starts from within, and that understanding your body is the first step toward creating sustainable, life-enhancing habits.
I’m a Registered Dietitian, Certified Nutrition Specialist®, Certified Integrative Health Coach, and hold a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition. Over the past 8 years, I’ve had the honor of impacting the lives of thousands of individuals seeking meaningful change. It’s a privilege I never take lightly—and a passion I carry forward in every client-patient relationship.
Cutting Through the Nutrition Noise
In today’s world, nutrition advice is everywhere—especially on social media. Unfortunately, much of it is confusing, oversimplified, or even harmful when not tailored to the individual. The truth is, nutrition science is constantly evolving, and even as a professional, I sometimes feel the overwhelm of new research and emerging trends.
But that’s where I come in.
With years of experience, a passion for evidence-based practice, and a knack for translating research into real-life strategies, I’m here to help you make sense of it all. My goal is to break down the science so you can make informed, sustainable changes—not just to your diet, but to your habits, your mindset, and your long-term health.
a root cause approach to health and wellness
Reclaim Your Health
Are you:
- Confused by nutrition advice?
- Tired of being fatigued?
- Having little to no energy by the afternoon?
- Having issues sleeping?
- Trying to lose weight?
- Wanting to manage your blood sugar?
- Having gut issues?
- A person who struggles with acne?
- Wanting to balance hormones?
- Having issues with memory and concentration?
- Needing to find a routine and time to make healthy foods?
- Craving sugar all the time?
- Wanting to understand how your genes affect your nutrition goals?
- If yes, then I hear you! Addressing the root cause is the detective work I am passionate about, and educating you in understanding the "why" is key to making goals that stick!
Restore Balance
Have you ever tried a fad diet, strict meal plan, cleanse, or 30-day challenge that left you hungry, frustrated, confused, or dissatisfied with the results?
If you answered yes, then working with a nutrition professional can be a start in understanding how diet and lifestyle can be a significant factor in results that have lasting benefits!
We will address the root cause, whether we are viewing your genetics, blood work, personal health history, daily intake, and routine, to find balance in long-term changes that fit your needs.
Trying to balance work, life, and day-to-day responsibilities while making nutritional changes that may be foreign to you can be overwhelming, so finding balance and starting with realistic goals can be a game changer!
Find a physical activity that you enjoy and that fits your needs
I find resistance exercise, tai chi, qi gong, and walking fit best with my needs and lifestyle. During my multiple abdominal surgeries, I found it challenging to find a regimen that I could stay with and also "level up" in my workouts.
It is important to find an activity you can incorporate into your daily habits and that you enjoy, even if it can get challenging.
I found Qi Gong and Tai Chi while teaching nutrition education in Indonesia, and I was grateful to find AMAZING Sifu Masters when I returned to the States. As a beginner, I have been blessed with unmatched knowledge from my Sifu, which has forever changed my view of health and wellness with gratitude and respect. I highly recommend Martial Zen in Tulsa, Oklahoma, if you are serious about starting your journey in Martial Arts.