NTI Graduates
Lauren Simms, BA, MA, MNT
I was originally trained with a masters degree in Criminal Justice, and then discovered a passion for nutrition that helped me conquer my own health challenges and support the wellness of those around me. Currently I am the owner of Fuel For Life, LLC, a nutritional consulting practice. My background in the health industry as a personal fitness instructor and a nutritional consultant at Vitamin Cottage has helped me greatly to refine my role now in my own business. I specialize in weight loss and blood sugar control and believe that eating well and exercise are a way of life most beneficial to us all. Visit Lauren’s website at www.fuelforlifellc.com.
Kate Pfeiffer, MNT
Kate has tremendous passion for healthy living because of her own personal journey. She not only consults people privately and in group settings, she also blogs, writes health articles and appears on Television as a Nutrition Expert in order to spread her message to wider audiences. Kate’s Private Practice is located in Broomfield, Colorado where she is the referred nutritionist for several health practitioners. She specializes in fatigue, depression, digestive complaints, and disease prevention. She also owns an innovative, cutting edge Corporate Wellness and Nutrition Education Company, called Nutrition Inc., with 2 other NTI graduates. Visit Kate’s private practice web site at www.denvermnt.comand her corporate web site at www.nutritioninc.com.
Marianne McLaughlin, MNT
Marianne McLaughlin is a Master Nutrition Therapist. Believing in a holistic approach to nutrition, she utilizes food as therapy, lifestyle coaching and quality supplements to prevent degenerative diseases and enhance longevity. Her special areas of interest include brain health, body composition, food allergies, enzyme therapy and detoxification. While working as a nutritionist in Mexico, Marianne successfully helped people with gastrointestinal issues, depression, chronic fatigue, blood sugar imbalances, bone density, joint pain and weight management. Her current specialty is in designing programs for people based on their bio-individuality and personal goals. She works at Healthy Lives Clinic of Integrative Medicine. www.healthylivesclinic.com
Victoria Abel, MA, MNT
I am a graduate of Prescott College with a BA in Counseling Psychology and earned a MA in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute. For over 10 years I practiced in the mental health field, specifically addictions, with a great deal of satisfaction. Towards the end of that time, I began to see a hole in the work that we were doing. Traditional methods of psychology ignored the body. Addicts were expected to stay sober while ignoring or managing the overwhelming cravings that came with the disease. Coinciding with that realization, my daughter was critically ill with asthma. Not satisfied with the doctor’s answers, I researched alternative treatments. Finding an incredible naturopath, my new path became clear. He changed my daughter’s diet to gluten and dairy free. She has had seven years of vibrant health since then. I found NTI and began studying what is now my life’s passion. In the time that I attended NTI, I altered my position in the mental health world. I work now as a professor of psychology as well as a nutrition therapist at two dual diagnosis treatment centers. The field of addiction and recovery is awakening to the need for nutritional healing and health. It is an exciting time to be a nutritionist. I honestly turn down jobs regularly because my plate is so full. I am grateful for NTI for helping me find my career as an Addiction Nutritionist.
Susan Barendregt, BS, MNT, CHT, BCHN
Susan is a Master Nutrition Therapist, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition as well as a Certified Herbal Therapist. With a BS in Statistics, Susan approaches nutrition therapy analytically, working with each individual client like a puzzle to be solved. Her goal is to NOT work long-term her clients, but to get to the root of their health issues and provide them with the knowledge and tools to move forward in health on their own. Susan utilizes laboratory and functional testing, targeted nutritional supplements and one-on-one as well as group counseling to guide her clients on the shortest path to optimal health. Areas of expertise include chronic conditions such as IBS, fibromyalgia and autism as well as brain health and detoxification. Susan’s practice is located at the Holistic Health Center in Viroqua, WI. She works with clients in person as well as online via Skype and GoToMeeting. More info at her website www.susancnt.com
Ann Pierce, MBA, MNT
Ann Pierce started Pierce Whole Nutrition, LLC, in 2010 and has worked with a variety of clients in areas such as weight loss, fertility, pregnancy, post-partum health, hormonal imbalance, blood sugar imbalance, food intolerances, digestive distress and family nutrition. She also has experience teaching nutrition as part of an 18-month research study at the University of Denver. Her approach is practical and effective. Ann strives to combine her nutrition experience and knowledge with her clients’ personal goals to help them achieve success. Prior to becoming a Master Nutrition Therapist, Ann obtained an MBA from the University of Denver and worked in finance. Ann’s office is located in central Denver and she is available to meet with clients in person, over the phone, or via e-mail. She can be contacted at ann@piercewholenutrition.com or at (303) 875-9983 to set up an appointment. Visit her website at www.piercewholenutrition.com
Jennifer DeSelliers, MNT
Jennifer’s interest in nutrition started at a young age when she first began exploring issues related to health and the environment. She became interested in recycling, vegetarianism and eating foods fresh from the farm. Jennifer later decided to pursue nutrition as a career and studied nutrition and communications in college. She decided to solidify her education by attending NTI. Since graduating in 2008, she has worked as a Vitamin Consultant and Nutrition Educator at Vitamin Cottage Natural Grocers. She also nurtures her clients back to health through her private practice. Visit Jennifer at the Vitamin Cottage located at 2033 S. Colorado Blvd. in Denver or email zen.nutrition@gmail.com.
Patricia Farrell, MNT
I became a Master Nutrition Therapist because I wanted to help people. Today with all of the nutritional advice going around and all of the unhealthy food products on the shelf, people need help to discern what is best for themselves. It is my mission to help people to eat a healthy, fresh, whole, sustainable diet that will nourish and heal them. My passion is nutrition for addiction recovery. I did my internship at a drug and alcohol rehab center and wrote my thesis on “Alcoholism and Blood Sugar, Before, During and After”. Too often diet and lifestyle are not addressed during the recovery process. The cravings and discomfort that most people see as an inevitable part of recovery are actually unnecessary if the person can start feeling better immediately through nutrition therapy. I am currently building a private practice, working at a Naturopathic Doctors office as a nutritional consultant, running a weight loss support group and volunteering my time at a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center. Tricia is located in Glenwood Springs, CO and can be contacted at 970-928-9596 or nutritionbytricia@mail.com
Cynthia Dalton, MNT
Cynthia has always been passionate about applying nutritional approaches for behavior and brain balancing. She initially applied these principals with her own adopted son who suffered from anxiety and mood disorders. She then worked in the school system with special needs children. It was only after taking classes at NTI that Cynthia learned about the correlation between digestive disorders and autism. It was at that point that she began studying the root causes of autism and started working with families for healing. After graduating from NTI in 2005, Cynthia Dalton opened her private practice specializing in Autism. She is an expert in the Defeat Autism Now!® philosophy which promotes biomedical interventions to reveal the underlying causes of symptoms in order to recommend more targeted healing protocols. She also utilizes Targeted Amino Acid Therapy (TAAT) to determine brain chemistry imbalances. By using whole food nutrition along with specialty diets, supplements, gut function improvement and toxin reduction, some children experience significant gains and almost all children show some improvement. Cynthia also works with John L Kucera, MD, in Colorado Springs utilizing the Defeat Autism Now!™ Model. Cynthia is listed on the autism.com website as an autism nutritionist. She is located in Centennial, Colorado and can be contacted at 303-725-5274 or cdalton.mnt@gmail.com.
Aimée Darling, MNT
Aimée Darling received her B.S. in psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas before continuing her education at NTI. Her interest in nutrition came as a direct result of the eczema and severe intestinal distress her children suffered. After several failed attempts at traditional medical care, she finally found relief and healing for her children through diet. Her personal experience allows Aimée to compassionately guide patients toward greater health. Aimée’s practice focuses on allergen free diets, irritable bowel syndrome and diseases, sports nutrition, weight loss, family nutrition and disease prevention. She is passionate about educating, motivating and empowering her clients to take personal responsibility to attain optimal health. Aimée lives with her husband and two children in Las Vegas where she guides people to greater health at the Renaissance Health Centre. She continues to facilitate workshops in Nevada, California and Colorado. Contact Aimée at 702 258 7860 or adarling@iwholehealth.com
Debbie Allen, MNT, CNHP
Debbie is a Master Nutrition Therapist and Certified Natural Health Practitioner at Denver Nutrition, LLC. Debbie specializes in utilizing food therapy, lifestyle coaching, therapeutic grade essential oils and whole food supplements. She has over 15 years experience in nutrition, therapeutic grade essential oils and supplements consulting/ coaching on the internet. She customizes programs for people with health issues due to yeast, fungus and mold issues in their homes and bodies. Yeast, fungus and mold can be a very hidden and unknown health issue. It’s not just candida and nail fungus. Debbie even reversed her diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in 90 days, over 5 years ago by changing her yeast-laden diet to more whole foods. Debbie meets with clients and individualizes nutrition therapy plans that include “baby step” changes in diet, lifestyle, and mindset while offering a broad spectrum of services including healthy recipes, email support, health food tours, and kitchen “pantry raids.” Contact Debbie at Denver Nutrition, LLC
Robin Hutchinson, MNT
Robin counsels and coaches her clients so they WILL achieve their individualized health goals. She works primarily with women and kids on a variety of issues including hormone fluctuation, weight loss, sugar imbalance, digestive problems, food sensitivities and intolerance. She loves working with kids of all ages, especially giving nutritional support for focus and attention and reading difficulty. Robin is effective because she is thorough, methodical, patient, and passionate about helping clients be successful. She teaches at several private schools in Denver on a variety of topics including Nutrition 101, Nutritional Support for ADHD, Picky Eaters, Nutritional Support for Perimenopause and Teenage Nutrition. Robin worked in business and was a stay-at-home mom prior to becoming a Master Nutrition Therapist. Robin’s office is located near Cherry Creek in Denver. She also consults with clients via phone and email and offers a free 15 minute phone consultation with all new patients. Visit her website at www.HealthyNestNutrition.comor contact her by email at Robin@HealthyNestNutrition.com or phone 303/579-4194.
Jessica Paulos, MNT
Jessica has been extremely passionate about Holistic Nutrition since her youth. She has seen first-hand how an imbalanced diet can affect the body. To her, health is the most valuable part of life. She began to explore nutrition on a deeper level in 2007 when she started training as a Master Nutrition Therapist at The Nutrition Therapy Institute in Denver, Colorado. Jessica’s goal is to educate clients to make better, conscious choices in life in order to look and feel their best from the inside out. She enjoys guiding a person towards ultimate health by creating a program that is specific to their body. To schedule an appointment call 720-979-8844, email info@jessicaleepaulos.com or visit www.jessicaleepaulos.com
Christine Straley, MNT
I first experienced passion for holistic health through my father who is a health leader, teacher, beacon, resource for me. As members of my family became plagued with cancer, sickness and disease I became obsessed with alternative medicine, especially nutrition. I believe food provides both the prevention and cure for disease. My passion is to teach people how to eat clean food full of life and vitality. I began my career as a licensed massage therapist at a prestigious spa in Centennial, CO. Prior to graduating with my MNT, I worked as a chiropractic assistant where I did patient education, worked at the front desk and did basic nutrition consulting for patients. After graduating, I interned with a Holistic Medical Doctor for a year. I currently work with Botanic Wellness Sanctuary, where my focus is slowly shifting to fertility, pregnancy and childhood nutrition.
Kirsten Nagy, MNT, BCP
I am a Master Nutrition Therapist and Biocircuitry Convergence Practitioner, practicing with the belief that the root of healing lies in empowerment. I work to relieve stress, reduce toxins, and increase frequency, bringing the body back to a state of optimal health and well being. Learning to eat to support the body energetically is crucial, as food is a wonderful way to restore and rebalance. I specialize in excess weight, food addictions, food allergies and many degenerative diseases using the concept of conscious eating as one focus of nutrition therapy. www.pranaenergetics.com
Suzanne Brown, CNFC
Suzanne is a graduate of NTI’s Natural Foods Chef program and is the owner of “Chef for Health”. It is her passion to educate others about the body’s remarkable ability to heal itself when it is given the opportunity. Suzanne currently conducts educational workshops, designs meals that nutritionally support many chronic diseases and offers cooking classes where people can learn how to eat more healthily! Visit Suzanne’s website at www.chefforhealth.com, email suzanne@chefforhealth.com or call 720-212-3477 for more information.
Gray Jessiman, BA, MA, CNFC
Gray Jessiman is committed to creating healthy meals that support each client’s needs. She started her own business, The Cutting Board, after graduating from the Nutrition Therapy Institute’s Natural Foods Chef Program in 2011. She tailors her meals, classes, and lectures to meet each person’s specific interests. Her meals address health conditions such as bone health, celiac and gluten intolerance, hormone issues, mood disorders, sugar imbalances, and heart health. Gray draws from her education background, including a B.A. in Communication and Masters of Elementary Education when teaching her clients about the nutritional benefits of eating a healthy, whole foods diet. Her 15 years experience working in the field of education gives her the expertise necessary to work with both children and adults. When she is not in the kitchen cooking, Gray enjoys taking a yoga class or spending time with her family. Feel free to call Gray today to organize a cooking demonstration class or to sign up for a cooked meal! Email cooking@thecuttingboard.com for more information. www.thecuttingboardgray.com