Jamala Christopher

MCN, RD, LD, CEDS

More About The Owner and RD

Hi! I’m Jamala, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist based in Plano, TX. I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from UT Southwestern Medical Center and have over five years of experience helping people find balance and joy in their nutrition journeys. I believe nutrition should be fun and personalized because no two paths to health are the same. 


My approach focuses on ditching the all-or-nothing mindset—nutrition isn’t black and white; it’s vibrant and should reflect your unique lifestyle. Collaboration with other health professionals is a priority for me, ensuring comprehensive and effective care. Whether it’s creating a meal plan, modifying recipes, or exploring supplements, I strive to make the process enjoyable and empowering. Let’s transform nutrition into something that excites and inspires you!

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Working with Me

“I offer virtual sessions and in-person sessions (by request) for individuals in the DFW Metroplex. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation via the contact form or email. For a full list of services, visit our Services section.”

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Education & Experience

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    • Bachelors of Nutrition Science (with an emphasis in dietetics)  2017

    • Masters of Clinical Nutrition (2019

    • Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (July 2024 - Current)

    • Ages: Adolescents (15+), Adults, & Older adults (e.g., 65+)

    • Demographics: Women, Men, Families, LGBTQ+ community & College students

    • Clinical Conditions: Eating disorders, Disordered eating, Weight management, Prenatal & postpartum nutrition,... to name a few.

    • Behavioral and Lifestyle Approaches: Intuitive eating, Mindful eating, Meal planning and preparation, Habit and behavior change, Family and child feeding dynamics, Health at Every Size (HAES

    • 3 years’ experience in higher-level care for eating disorder treatment.

    • Personal recovery experience, offering compassionate support.

    • Just a mom finding creative ways to sneak veggies into toddler meals.

    • A kind human spreading positivity and nutrition knowledge.

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