Meet The Team
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."
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."
Mary Rose
Scheduling Coordinator | Provider Referral Outreach
Client Scheduling & Referral Coordination
• Manages
appointment scheduling for the Live Nourished Today team
• Helps
new clients get connected with the right dietitian
• Reaches out to
medical offices to coordinate referrals
• Builds
relationships with provider offices to expand referral opportunities
• Supports
smooth communication between clients and providers
Mary Rose serves as the Scheduling Coordinator and Provider Referral Outreach specialist for Live Nourished Today Nutrition. She helps ensure clients have a seamless experience when scheduling appointments while also connecting with local medical offices to coordinate referrals and expand access to nutrition care.
"My goal is to make scheduling simple and help connect people with the care and support they need."
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 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.
She is passionate about helping clients improve their relationship with food and believes nutrition should support both physical health and emotional well-being. Colbi works with clients to develop eating habits that feel balanced, sustainable, and empowering rather than restrictive.
"My goal is to help people see food as nourishment, enjoyment, and a positive part of their lives."
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.
Janice believes nutrition should be individualized and realistic, helping clients meet their health goals while still enjoying all foods in moderation. She works with clients to build sustainable habits that support long-term health and overall well-being.
Outside of work, Janice enjoys photography, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family.
“My goal is to help clients find a balanced approach to nutrition that supports their health while still enjoying the foods they love.”
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.