About

Laura is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian specializing in eating disorder nutrition counseling and sports nutrition. She is passionate about supporting individuals as they build a healthier relationship with food, movement and their overall well-being.

Laura has a special interest in the intersection of athletics and eating disorder recovery. As a former Division I Track and Field and Cross Country athlete, she understands the importance of fueling the body in a way that supports both performance and long-term health. Her experience as an athlete helped inspire her career in dietetics and continues to shape the way she supports members, especially athletes who are learning how to fuel for their sport or reintegrate movement into recovery.

Laura brings a compassionate and individualized approach to care. Her academic background in psychology, sociology and public health nutrition helps inform her clinical decision making and allows her to support members in a thoughtful, whole-person way.

Outside of work, Laura loves to run, hike, travel, read and cook. She also coaches high school track and cross country and enjoys spending time with her puppy, Benson.

Background

Laura earned her Master of Public Health in Nutrition from New York University and completed her Dietetic Internship at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. She also earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology with a concentration in Global and Comparative Public Health from Drake University, where she competed in Division I Track and Field and Cross Country.

Laura received her Certified Eating Disorder Specialist credential in 2026 from the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation.

About My Profession
First Stop Health registered dietitians support your health and wellbeing through nutrition counseling, education and coaching. They work with you to create achievable goals and help you identify lifestyle changes for long-lasting results. Our dietitians can help support weight management, heart health, ongoing conditions, mindful eating and more.
Experience
Over 7 years
Specialities
  • Mindful Eating
  • Metabolic Health
Languages
  • English

First Stop Health services are not intended to constitute a health plan.