Mary Jane Johnson, MS, RD, LDN

How would you describe your approach to nutrition counseling? 

I take a whole-person approach to counseling, understanding that nutrition is just one piece of overall well-being, shaped by physical health, mental well-being, lifestyle, and personal circumstances. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can collaboratively explore nutrition and health in a way that brings nourishment and peace. 

Which avenues of dietetics do you feel most passionate about pursuing?

I am most passionate about helping others improve their relationship with food and stand by a non-diet approach that focuses on reconnecting to our bodies. I am committed to challenging the way health is framed in our culture, advocating for a more intuitive and compassionate perspective. This passion is especially meaningful to me in the family setting, where fostering a compassionate approach to food and well-being can touch multiple generations.

If you were to have any other profession other than Registered Dietitian, what would it be and why? 

I don’t often imagine myself outside of the dietetics profession, so I must have made the right choice! I do think I would thrive with a job title along the lines of a Culinary Travel Writer, where I could explore the world and review food. 

Where can we find you when you’re not in client sessions?

I am most often at home cooking, baking, gardening, playing with my pup, or doing crafts/projects. You might find me at a local thrift store, park, dog park, or coffee shop. I also enjoy spending time in the great outdoors and getting my zen on at a local yoga studio. 

Education & Certifications:

B.S. in Nutrition and Food Sciences from California State University, M.S. in Nutrition and Dietetic Internship from Concordia College

Special Interests:

General Wellness, Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating Patterns, Psychology of Eating, Emotions & Food, Chronic Dieting, Body Image, Weight Neutral & Non-diet Approach, Trauma-Informed Care, Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), ADHD/Neurodivergence & Nutrition, Sensory Processing Sensitivities, Gestational Diabetes, GI & Digestive Issues, Food Access, Mindful & Intuitive Eating, Holistic Wellness, Gestational, Hormonal & Reproductive Nutrition, Infant Nutrition, Child Nutrition, Adolescent & Teen Nutrition

Contact Mary Jane: Maryjane@Nutritious-Thoughts.com