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Credentials & Education

MPH: Masters in Public Health, University of Texas Health Science Center

BS: Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Louisiana State University

RDN: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

LD: Licensed Dietitian, Texas

CHES: Certified Health Education Specialist

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meet Ashley

Thank you for visiting my page. I am Ashley. I am a sister, daughter, best friend, woman, dog mom, registered dietitian nutritionist, certified health education specialist, grocery-store lover, proud pancake-maker and busy full-time professional with a side hustle. I love soulful music, good food and servicing others.

I have worked for large corporations for over ten years and continue to see a reoccurring theme. Everyone agrees that their health is important but few people are able to prioritize it. I have worked with people who love their jobs and throw everything they have into building their careers but they still do not feel fulfilled. They’re hiding how tired they are, that their weight has been increasing, that they get less than six hours of sleep at night, and their recent diagnosis of diabetes or hypertension. They are drained. They care about their health but have spent their lives taking care of others. They are successful, strong people who have sacrificed parts of themselves that need attention now more than ever.

It’s time to change the game and I can show you how. Change is not easy. It is going to get uncomfortable. I am here to simplify it and support you along the way to getting back to yourself. I help busy professionals find balance and finally get their energy back. I encourage self-care and teach people to love themselves through the process. My philosophy is, “keep it simple and focus on your purpose”.

Health requires a whole body approach starting with our personal beliefs. If you have felt overwhelmed and exhausted, I can help you. If you are being pulled in many directions and cannot find the energy to invest in your own health, I’m your girl. My focus is simple nutrition and mindset transformation. I will help you regain your energy and reclaim your power. My goal is to position you for success in any area you are ready to work on. I will teach you to speak the language that represents your best self, eat the foods that help you feel like your best self and transform into your best self. I will push you, encourage you and believe in you.

Are you ready to BELIEVE in your purpose, RECEIVE your power, ACHIEVE results?

- Ashley

 
 
Ms. Ashley was great at bringing out the things we need to work on to have a more positive and productive day at home and work.
— worksite wellness participant
 

More about my work

My enthusiasm for healthy living lead me to become a Registered Dietitian and Certified Health Education Specialist. I believe with knowledge, support and the right mindset, healthy living can be achieved with minimal stress.

My formal education includes psychology, nutritional sciences, health promotion and behavior change. My professional experience includes clinical nutrition care, nutrition counseling, teaching, corporate wellness and public speaking. My clinical focus is heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and weight management. I speak on a variety of topics including chronic disease management, prevention, and personal development.

I specialize in non-diet, plant-based nutritional care. This means a large portion of food will come from plant sources including fruit, vegetables, whole grains, beans/ legumes, nuts and seeds. Plant-based eating is a spectrum and one does not need to restrict animal and seafood sources, nor will I encourage you to. It is more important that we find what works for you as an individual and that you can form a healthy relationship with both food and your body.

My approach is client-centered. This means I will meet you where you are and help you find your body’s voice. This journey is truly yours. I simply provide guidance and tools to help you reach your personal health and wellness goals. I believe that with the right support and encouragement, we can each cultivate our own greatness and live healthier lives, simply.

For the first time, I feel like I can let go of the dieting rules.
— nutrition coaching client
 

visit me on Instagram: @AshleyLauren_RD