Registered Dietitian

Ricia Taylor

4.8

(294)

About

I am a Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), and Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach with 25 years experience working with diverse populations. I have specialized training in weight management and motivational interviewing. I specialize in working with clients who have pre-diabetes, diabetes, heart disease and those looking to lose weight and improve their quality of life.

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Education & Credentials

Master of Science (MS) in Health Sciences from James Madison University (JMU)

Dietetic Internship at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Hampton, VA

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Nutritional Science/Business Management from Hampton University

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)

Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management Level 1 & 2

Certification of Training in Adolescent Weight Management

CDC Lifestyle Coach Training (National Diabetes Prevention Program)

Healthcare Media Training

Motivational Interview Training

Areas of Expertise

Diabetes

18 years

Weight Management

25 years

Overall Health and Wellness

25 years

Cardiovascular Disease

25 years

Career

Bariatric Innovations of Atlanta & General Surgery / Northside

2019 to present

Kaiser Permanente

2006-2019

DeKalb Medical Center

2004-2006

Emory University

2000-2004

Doctor’s Hospital

1998-2000

Marriott Management Services, Consultant Dietitian

1996-1998

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My coaching style

My goal is to empower, educate, motivate and propel clients to be the best version of themselves. I am committed to inspiring others to enjoy the benefits that come from proper nutrition and physical activity. I practice what I teach. We can’t all do the same thing but we can all do something to improve our health and well-being. My goal is to partner with you and make your journey towards lifelong health and wellness a little easier. There is only one way to eat an elephant, a bite at a time…I will help you identify small changes that make a big impact!

We can’t all do the same thing but we can all do something to improve our health and well-being.

Publications

Nutrition Consultant - Healthy Children, Healthy Futures

Nutrition Consultant - Families Implementing Good Health Habits “FIGHT for Life”

Nutrition Consultant - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Weight Management

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

DeKalb County NAACP - Wellness Committee

Client testimonials

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Ricia Taylor

From the very beginning, Ricia has not only collaborated with me on a super personalized plan to accomplish my goals, she has also ensured that I felt confident and EXCITED every step of the way. She's a star.

Sara M.

Verified client

Ricia is a highly skilled dietitian and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking support in their quest for better health and wellness. Thank you for everything, Ricia!

Jacqueline J.

Verified client