03/30/2026
Walking back onto the UT campus felt like stepping into a full circle moment. 💫
12+ years ago, I was sitting in Gearing Hall as a nutrition & dietetics student, soaking in lectures, taking notes, and trying to figure out what my future as a dietitian would look like.
💁🏽♀️ This week, I walked into that same space, not as a student, but as a speaker sharing my journey.
I had the opportunity to connect with both undergrad and graduate students about what it really looks like to take your RD credentials beyond the traditional path and build a private practice rooted in your values.
I shared the behind-the-scenes of my journey, the challenges, the pivots, and the moments that shaped Wholesome Start into what it is today.
It was incredibly nostalgic sitting in Gearing Hall, remembering the version of me who was just starting out.
🫶🏽 I wish I could tell her that one day she would be back here, not just as a dietitian, but as a business owner, speaker, and co-author of a book that helps bridge the gap between GI and eating disorder care.
I also got to share about the Comprehensive Nutrition Therapy for Co-Occurring Gastrointestinal & Eating Disorders, a project that is so close to my heart and something I hope will support the next generation of dietitians in providing more inclusive, evidence-based care.
Moments like this remind me that there is no one “right” way to be a dietitian.
💫Your path can evolve.
💫 Your voice can grow.
💫 And one day, you might find yourself standing in the exact place where it all started, realizing just how far you’ve come.
If you’ve ever had a full circle moment like this, I’d love to hear it.
🫶🏽 Or if you’re still in your “Gearing Hall” season, tell me what you’re dreaming about for your future.
