Alicia Vance Aguiar

About Alicia

Food, music, and meaningful conversation have steered my career as much as any textbook. With a PhD in Education and a Master’s in Clinical Nutrition, I bring 35 years of experience as a registered dietitian to community health, research and academia, and private practice. As an RDN and LD I love translating science into everyday choices. Outside the clinic I sing, cook for friends, host meals, and enjoy dog activities, and I bring that same warmth and curiosity to working with you. I believe health is a choice and everyone's path to improve their health is unique.

Approach to care

Science guides the plans we create, and compassion shapes how we create them. I blend evidence-based protocols with a weight-neutral Health at Every Size perspective, focusing on behaviors and wellbeing rather than numbers on a scale. You’ll find me empathetic and direct, offering clear, practical steps while honoring your whole life, emotions, and goals. We’ll learn together, build sustainable habits that last, and I’ll teach you the skills to make informed choices long term.

Your first session with Alicia

We’ll use the first visit to get a clear picture of your relationship with food and to set short-term, achievable goals that fit your life. This is a low-pressure, judgment-free conversation where you don’t need to have everything figured out. I’ll ask about routines, struggles, and what matters most to you. Together we’ll pick one or two practical steps to start, and I’ll make sure you leave with a sense of direction and confidence rather than overwhelm.

Education

PhD in Education, Masters in Clinical Nutrition

Hobbies

Singing, cooking, dog activities, hosting meals

Licenses and Certifications