Meet your dietitian

Maria is a New York-based dietitian with expertise in community nutrition, mental health and substance use nutrition, and culinary wellness. A summa cum laude graduate, Maria brings a holistic, trauma-informed approach to nutrition consulting. Her diverse background—from working at Massachusetts General Hospital and Beth Israel Hospital to hands-on experience at Brighton Farmer’s Market—has shaped her deep understanding of nutrition, blending clinical expertise with community-driven care.

A competitive athlete since the age of 4, and later signed with a NYC modeling agency, Maria has firsthand experience in how nutrition affects high achievers and those in the public eye. This unique perspective has driven her to develop personalized nutrition strategies that support both physical and mental performance.

Specializing in healthy aging, gut health, disordered eating, sports performance, vegan/vegetarian nutrition, weight stabilization, and eating disorder recovery, Maria’s practice is grounded in food justice and community wellness. She is committed to offering accessible services and prioritizes being a community-centered clinician, providing a supportive environment for all clients.

With a strong belief in the Health at Every Size principle and an anti-diet approach, Maria empowers clients to define their own health—on their own terms. Her mission is to help individuals fuel their vision.