Shira Tratner

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Meet Jessica

I have over 15 years of experience in nutrition counseling for those struggling with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and/or Substance Use Disorder (SUD), along with co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. I have a background in the older adult population, working in several long-term care facilities, as well as those living with diabetes. Working as a Registered Dietitian has opened my eyes to the profound impact of nutrition on every facet of our lives. We bond with loved ones over a delicious meal. If we skip a meal, we often feel anxious and fatigued. Various chronic health conditions are intertwined with what we eat, influencing the symptoms we experience. I love helping my clients connect the dots to identify eating habits that best meet their needs and help them feel at peace with their food and body.

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why im a dietitian

My passion for nutrition started at a young age, when I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D). My positive experiences as a young child being counseled by Registered Dietitians on managing my diabetes left a huge impact on my life. This led me to decide to become a Registered Dietitian myself. Compassion and empathy are essential in relating with patients, as I know what it is like to be bombarded with well-meaning, albeit misinformed, comments about my body and food choices. Living with a chronic illness can be very isolating, and I strive to let my patients know they are not alone. My personal experiences have fueled my passion to become a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and I strive to apply the principles daily as I help my patients heal their relationship with food and their bodies.

FAVORITE FOOD

Any kind of seafood!! Give me some crab dip, and I’m happy 🙂

in my free time you'll find me

Relaxing on the beach in OBX, Camping & hiking with my family and friends, doing arts & crafts with my daughter, planning my family’s next Halloween costume theme, and going to concerts.

education

I received my Bachelor’s of Nutritional Sciences with Honors in Biobehavioral Health from Pennsylvania State University. To earn my honors, I completed a thesis on the challenges faced by college students with type 1 diabetes. After that, I completed my dietetic internship with Sodexo, primarily at PinnacleHealth in Harrisburg, PA. During my internship, I specialized in diabetes education.

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