Meet Hope

Hope Hayes, MEd, RDN, LD, CEDS-S (she/her/hers) is a distinguished anti-diet dietitian, passionately committed to helping her clients in healing from eating disorders. In addition to her clinical work, Hope is a respected clinical supervisor, mentoring numerous dietitians specializing in the field of eating disorders. Her guidance and expertise help shape the next generation of professionals in this vital area of healthcare.

Hope aims to create a nurturing environment for individuals to focus on their mental and physical well-being. Her methodology is based around the anti-diet and Health at Every Size principles, focusing on minimizing weight bias, spreading awareness about disordered eating, fostering positive body image, and helping individuals break free from weight obsession. Her dedicated approach to trauma informed care helps to support individuals facing the challenges of trauma and eating disorders.

Hope's education includes a Master's Degree in Health Education and Promotion from Plymouth State University, with a concentration on eating disorders achieved through completing the Eating Disorder Institute. Her dietetic education and internship were fulfilled at Simmons College, Boston, MA. Additionally, she holds a certification as an eating disorder dietitian and supervisor, accredited by the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals.

Hope offers her expert services both in-person in North Conway and through online consultations.

Meet Danielle

Client Care Coordinator Extraordinaire

Danielle serves as your initial point of contact at Nourishing NH, ensuring a warm and caring experience from your first interaction. Collaborating with our team, she listens attentively and guides you to the most suitable provider. She radiates positivity, always ready to address your inquiries and provide support.

Additionally, Danielle manages billing and administrative tasks at Nourishing NH, handling account inquiries and benefit checks. She juggles multiple roles and responsibilities at Nourishing NH, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional service.

Meet Marcia

Marcia Nelson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD (she/her/hers)

Marcia is a Sports Dietitian and Eating Disorder Dietitian.  She finds joy in helping athletes to fuel their bodies for performance as opposed to a body size.  She loves empowering athletes in finding that place where they have the energy they need to power through workouts as well as activities of daily living.  Marcia works with clients to discover the skills necessary to navigate the world of diet culture through an anti-diet approach.  She aims to provide a supportive and listening environment for those with eating disorders/disordered eating in finding nourishment, joy, and peace with food.  This includes sharing respect and compassion as promoted in the Health at Every Size philosophy.

Marcia spent four years as the Director of Sports Nutrition at the University of New Hampshire.  She completed her DPD, Certificate in Sports Nutrition, and Dietetic Internship from Simmons College in Boston, MA. 

Marcia is licensed in MA, ME, and NH and sees clients virtually.

Meet Kendra

Kendra is our content curator and social media strategist. In the realm of digital communication, Kendra navigates the intricacies with finesse and flair, adding a sprinkle of whimsy to her expertly crafted words. Her expertise lies in transforming mundane words into engaging narratives, and she takes pride in bringing a touch of sophistication to our online presence, all while infusing a dash of delightful charm. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to crafting compelling content, Kendra ensures that our messaging resonates with precision, professionalism, and just a hint of magic.

Meet Kristen

Sports Dietitian & Eating Disorder Dietitian

Kristen Jimenez, RDN, CSSD, LD (she/her/hers) is a Board-Certified Sports Dietitian and Eating Disorder Dietitian. She practices utilizing a non-diet approach and Health at Every Size® principles and is dedicated to supporting her clients in fostering a peaceful relationship with food and body. While Kristen works with clients through both eating disorder/disordered eating recovery and fueling to optimize athletic performance, she takes a special interest in the intersection of eating disorders in sport.

Kristen spent five years as the Campus Dietitian at Southern New Hampshire University, working with the athletic teams, student population, and dining program. She has been in the private practice space since 2021 and is passionate about taking a holistic approach to nutrition counseling, creating safe and connected relationships with her clients.

Kristen completed her dietetic education through the University of New Hampshire (BS in Nutrition) and the University of Massachusetts Amherst (dietetic internship). She has professional affiliations with Eating Disorder Registered Dietitians & Professionals (EDRDPro), Multi-Services Eating Disorder Association (MEDA) Professional Member Network, and Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietitians Association (CPSDA).

Kristen sees clients both in-person in Concord, NH and virtually.