Meet Our Dietitians

Book with Merisa

Merisa Martinez, MS, RDN

Founder | Registered Dietitian
Emotional Eating & Mindful Eating Specialist


•  Founder of Live Nourished Today Nutrition
• Specializes in emotional eating and mindful eating
• Supports clients using GLP-1 medications
• Focuses on sustainable weight management and food relationship healing
• Provides pediatric nutrition counseling (ages 7+)


Merisa Martinez is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and founder of Live Nourished Today Nutrition. She helps individuals build a healthier relationship with food through mindful eating, balanced nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle changes.


"My goal is to help people nourish their bodies while feeling confident and at peace with food."

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Briar Aranas
Personal Trainer | Coordinating Referral Manager
Strength Training & Fitness Accountability Coach


 • Certified Personal Trainer
• Creates personalized 6- and 12-week workout programs
• Supports strength building, mobility, and endurance
• Provides accountability and weekly fitness check-ins
• Helps clients build sustainable movement habits


Briar Aranas is a personal trainer who works with the Live Nourished Today team to support clients in building strength, confidence, and sustainable fitness routines. She creates personalized workout programs designed to meet clients where they are and help them progress safely toward their health and fitness goals.


"My goal is to help clients feel stronger, more confident, and empowered through movement."

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Valerie Dellalonga is a Registered Dietitian with a Master of Public Health who helps individuals improve their health, performance, and relationship with food through personalized nutrition support. She works with athletes, active adults, and individuals looking to enhance their energy, digestion, and overall well-being, as well as those seeking support with weight management and sustainable lifestyle changes. Valerie takes a holistic, weight-inclusive approach, combining evidence-based nutrition with mindfulness and behavior change strategies. She is passionate about helping clients build habits that feel realistic, flexible, and supportive of both their physical and mental health. “Fueling your body should feel empowering — not restrictive.”

Valerie Dellalonga, RDN, MPH


Registered Dietitian | Sports Nutrition & Mindful Eating


• Registered Dietitian with a Master of Public Health (MPH)
• Specializes in sports performance nutrition, gut health, and mindful eating
• Supports athletes, active individuals, and those working on their relationship with food
• Provides guidance for weight management, overall wellness, and GLP-1 nutrition support

Valerie Dellalonga is a Registered Dietitian with a Master of Public Health who helps individuals improve their health, performance, and relationship with food through personalized nutrition support. She works with athletes, active adults, and individuals looking to enhance their energy, digestion, and overall well-being, as well as those seeking support with weight management and sustainable lifestyle changes.



“Fueling your body should feel empowering — not restrictive.”

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Colbi Hardeman, RDN


 Registered Dietitian| Weight Management & Food Relationship Support


• Registered Dietitian with experience in long-term care nutrition
• Supports clients with weight loss and chronic health conditions
• Experienced in eating disorder recovery and food relationship healing
• Provides individualized, compassionate, evidence-based nutrition care
• Helps clients build balanced and sustainable eating habits


Colbi Hardeman is a Registered Dietitian with nearly four years of experience working in clinical/ long-term care. She has worked closely with individuals managing complex health conditions, which has strengthened her ability to provide personalized, compassionate, and evidence-based nutrition care.


"My goal is to help people see food as nourishment, enjoyment, and a positive part of their lives."

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Janice Nugent, RDN

Registered Dietitian | Weight Management & Chronic Disease Support

Medical Nutrition Therapy & Lifestyle Coaching


• Registered Dietitian with 23 years of experience in nutrition counseling
• Supports clients with weight loss, weight gain, and disease management
• Experienced in geriatric nutrition and aging-related health needs
• Provides personalized, practical nutrition guidance
• Focuses on sustainable and balanced eating habits


Janice Nugent is a Registered Dietitian with over 23 years of experience in nutrition counseling. She has worked in multiple areas of nutrition throughout her career, with a focus on weight management, geriatrics, and chronic disease management.


“My goal is to help clients find a balanced approach to nutrition that supports their health while still enjoying the foods they love.”


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Emily Porterfield, RD, LD, CDCES
Registered Dietitian | Diabetes & Chronic Disease Support


• Registered Dietitian with over 20 years of clinical nutrition experience
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
• Supports clients with diabetes, heart health, kidney health, and weight management
• Experienced in helping clients build practical and sustainable nutrition habits


Emily Porterfield is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals improve their health through nutrition. She works with clients managing diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, and other chronic health conditions, as well as those seeking support with weight management and overall wellness.


“Nutrition doesn’t have to be perfect — it just needs to work for your life.”





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It's our mission to guide you throughout your journey and support you every step of the way. We will help you with the skills you need to heal your relationship with food while also steering away from the diet mentality. Through a non-diet approach, you will become aware of what you eat, how much to eat, and when to eat, without worry or guilt.

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