Hi there — I'm Maria Rodriguez, a Registered Dietitian with a passion for helping people transform their health through evidence-based nutrition guidance. What inspired me most was seeing how the right nutrition can truly transform someone's health. I wanted a career where I could make a meaningful difference by providing supportive, non-judgmental guidance while building trusting relationships with the people I work with. My work focuses on intuitive eating, metabolic health, and sports nutrition — areas where I've seen the biggest impact on overall well-being. Many of my clients are athletes, but I also love working with individuals of all ages who are looking to improve their health and build sustainable habits. Together, we'll focus on rebuilding confidence, improving their relationship with food, and developing realistic habits that support their health and well-being for the long term. As a bilingual RD (RD, MS in Sports Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition), I take a culturally sensitive approach to care, acknowledging that food and nutrition are deeply personal and influenced by our individual backgrounds and experiences. My approach is centered around compassion, education, and support, because nutrition should feel empowering, not overwhelming. In our sessions, I'll guide you in understanding your relationship with food and what "healthy" truly means to you, helping you slowly build habits that last. Outside of nutrition, I'm passionate about health, movement, and helping people feel their best. When I'm not working with clients, you can find me being active, spending time outdoors, or learning more about how the body works. My own experiences with health and fitness have helped me understand the importance of finding balance and creating habits that support a fulfilling lifestyle.