Current Position
Student blog manager
How long have you been a RDN?
I’m not practicing just yet! I will finish my internship this May!
How long have you been in the Behavior Health Nutrition area?
I have been a student member for about 3 years.
Why did you join BHN?
I had completed an undergraduate thesis project regarding emotional, mental and social health in adolescents with prediabetes. This project opened my eyes to the world of behavioral health, and I realized this was the area I wanted to pursue in my career. And since then, I have found that it is safe to say that behavioral health intersects with every other area of practice.
How has BHN helped you professionally?
In my years as a student member, I have greatly enjoyed participating in educational and networking opportunities like FNCE. I have met many dietitians who opened my eyes to the various areas of practice within BHN and all of the possibilities ahead of our field. I also enjoyed viewing the webinars to deepen my knowledge and stay abreast of what is happening in Behavioral Health. I feel that all of these opportunities will help me to grow as a BHN member but also become a well-rounded dietitian.
A little about me
My passion for nutrition stems from a love of both science and food preparation as well as a strong desire to empower under-served populations including low-income communities and ethnic minorities. I am interested in working in a TBI and spinal cord injury rehabilitation setting. I chose BHN because I was looking for an organization that enjoys filling the gaps in service to the community just as much as I do.
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