We put the HAPPY back into eating.
At Happy Strong Healthy™, we aren't about restrictive diets or anxiety-inducing weight-loss methods. We know every person can build lifelong nutrition habits to live their happiest, strongest and healthiest life.
We are a weight-neutral, HEALTH-FIRST, behavior-focused nutrition practice. We understand that weight is a data point. But it’s not THE data point, k?
Let us help you create a life you love living, make peace with food + your body, and show up in the world as your most confident self.
we can't wait to hear from you!
meet our founder
JENNA WERNER
Hi, I'm Jenna! Your food-loving, diet-hating, Registered Dietitian, online nutrition coach and mama!
Happy Strong Healthy™ is not your average virtual nutrition coaching practice. It’s built on the foundation that nutrition should not be a source of stress in your life. Food should make you feel good. Eating should be fun. And learning how to nourish your body with a “forever” mindset should be on your to-do list. My life’s purpose is to help you quit dieting and fall in love with the way food makes you feel.
Other than my 15 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian, I’m qualified to help you because I was you. I obsessed over “wellness” and tried every diet. I worked out for hours on end. I hated my body. Until I learned to eat to nourish my body, not to make myself smaller. And to love myself in that process.
It’s possible for you too. That’s why we’re here — to help you become your happiest, healthiest, and strongest self!
"My relationship with food has completely changed!"
"Jenna has taught me not only that carbs are not the devil, but a way to have a healthy relationship with food. I loved that she gave me so many food options and the knowledge to take what would be an unhealthy meal and transform it into something that tasted amazing and was satisfying. With Jenna’s support and guidance I now have the knowledge to lead a healthy sustainable lifestyle without feeling deprived of everything I love.”
— AG
WELCOME TO YOUR NEW LIFE!
Happy Strong Healthy™ is a virtual nutrition practice that teaches you the truth about diet culture and helps you create forever change — not with meal plans or calorie-counting, but with science, mindful eating, behavior changes, and a LOT of fun.
Our dietitians simplify nutrition for you. We help you understand and love food for how it makes you feel. We use a person-centered, mindful approach to help you change your lifestyle. More than anything else, we believe that nutrition should be as realistic as it is delicious.
When it comes to food, you should never have to sacrifice flavor to be happy AND healthy!
meet our team
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Chelsea Shafer RD
Hey, I'm Chelsea! As a dietitian and certified yoga instructor, helping you to honor your body with food and intuitive movement is my top priority. Together we can uncover the power you already have inside you to help you make life changing decisions for your health! It’s my mission to help my clients see that nutrition is not as scary or one-size-fits-all as a diet culture makes it seem. You can expect thorough support, a completely individualized process, and a high level of authentic encouragement from working with me.
My specialties include intuitive eating, body image discovery, and overall wellness.
COACHING WITH CHELSEA IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Andie Stone RD
Hi, I’m Andie! Following my time as a collegiate athlete, I have since been passionate about helping other athletes and those with athletic interests heal their relationships with food and movement! I know what it’s like to feel like your focus has to be on appearance instead of performance. I quickly found out that my body was not going to do very well in my sport if I wasn’t fueling it with adequate amounts of food. My non-diet approach to nutrition means that the ultimate focus is on helping you learn how to fuel and nourish yourself, physically and mentally, instead of trying to achieve a number on the scale.
My specialities include pediatrics and adolescents, intuitive eating for athletes, and disordered eating recovery.
COACHING WITH ANDIE IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Vickie Klimantiris RD
Hi, I'm Vickie! As a Registered Dietitian and mama of two, my passion is helping parents learn to nourish themselves and their families with a non-diet approach. This ultimately means that instead of putting you on a restrictive diet, we'll work together to build balanced meals and snacks around the things you already love in a sustainable way! And don't worry, the scale will be nowhere in sight and will never be used as the determining factor of health status.
I love working with women to help change their mindset by normalizing all foods and break away from diet culture's evil spell! You deserve to eat when you're hungry and eat the foods you love free of guilt. I love teaching people how to build balanced meals that are not only satisfying but fun too! Nutrition should not be about living, not restricting.
As a Clinical Dietitian for almost a decade, my specialties include cardiovascular health, diabetes, gastrointestinal health/diseases, oncology, intensive care/surgical healing & renal disease.
When I'm not doing Dietitian things, my time is spent with my family & 2 dogs, traveling, being in nature, and always cooking up a storm!
COACHING WITH VICKIE IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Liz Cook RD
Hi, I’m Liz! I’m a registered dietitian, but I also understand the struggle that comes with trying to figure out what is best for you. You are unique and so are your needs, which means you deserve so much more than a one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition. I want to work with you to figure out the best path to your healthiest, happiest self!
I believe that food and nutrition are a key piece of overall health and wellness, but not the only piece. We’ll work together to find a way of eating and living that supports you and your goals, without allowing food to run your life. I’ll help you learn to work with your body, rather than against it.
My specialties include intuitive eating, disordered eating, pre- and post-natal nutrition, sports nutrition, plant-based eating, and overall wellness.
COACHING WITH LIZ IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Shelbi Thurau RD
Shelbi has been working in the health and fitness industry for over a decade. Her work in dietetics has always centered around a food first approach as is evidenced by her corporate career in food retail. Here she focuses on bringing meal inspiration to life for a variety of lifestyles through social media and digital marketing. She believes in helping people figure out not just how to food shop in a way that works for them, but more importantly what to turn those groceries into when you get them in the door. Air-frying proteins, microwaving rice and vegetables and mixing it with a sauce is still cooking and redefining what it means to give yourself credit for cooking is something she is very passionate about.
Shelbi has been thrilled to combine her dietitian background with endurance sports in a way that promotes mindful movement and intuitive fueling. It is a gift to learn what the body is capable of, but in order to do that you need training plans that fit your unique day to day, as well as a food plan that supports your goals. A certified RRCA running coach, she has run 26 marathons and over 30 half marathons since 2011.
When she’s not running 26.2 miles somewhere in the USA, she can be found reading or watching football with her corgi Pesto (the food and cooking love is real).
COACHING WITH SHELBI IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Morgan Hamler RD
Hey, I’m Morgan! As a Registered Dietitian it is my mission to give you the care you want and need. I understand that with all of the misinformation out there it can be scary and most often times leaves you lost and confused. This is why I became an RD, I wanted to understand and uncover the truth about nutrition in hopes to help those who are tired of trying to find the answers themselves. I have been in your shoes, and it’s exhausting!
With me you can expect a non-diet approach to nutrition and I will help you learn how to nourish your body in ways that you will love. My personal training background also helps me guide you to find enjoyable and intentional movement, and will help me teach you how to properly fuel your body for any activity. I want to help you change your mindset so you can live a full and happy life without feeling obsessed with the idea of “wellness”.
Let me help you say goodbye diet culture and help you love yourself again. We only get one body, so love it fully and find your inner strength, it is possible!
COACHING WITH MORGAN IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Angela McKelvey, RD, DTR
Hi! I’m Angela! I’m a Registered Dietitian and mom of 3, former collegiate cross country runner, and lover of all things related to food. I feel that food is something to be enjoyed, savored and used as a vehicle to do the things we love- and feel good while doing them.
I love to use your current habits and lifestyle as a starting point to help plan and guide changes that are specific to you! No two people are alike; therefore, no two “diets” should be alike. I am passionate about making food accessible: taking the foods you love and turning them into meals and snacks that work for your lifestyle.
My specialties include intuitive eating, pre-and post-natal nutrition, sports nutrition, cardiovascular health and overall wellness.
COACHING WITH ANGELA IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Michelle Barry RD
Hi, I'm Michelle! I know what it's like to let food and your body consume you and rule your life. After years of disordered eating and working to rebuild my relationship with food and my body, I have found peace. As a registered yoga teacher, I believe in the power of the mind-body connection and found the most clarity and transformation through the practice of connecting with my body.
My goal as a dietitian is to help all people reconnect with their body's internal cues that years of diet culture have turned off. I believe that all people are worthy of feeling a sense of balance and freedom around food. I work with each individual person to overcome their personal challenges and work towards the healthiest and happiest version of themselves.
I believe food is meant to be enjoyed and not feared. I also believe in the power of nutrition and the importance of a balanced and varied diet. I work to help people find the marriage of an all foods fit mentality while also prioritizing good nutrition to reach their goals, without any form of obsession.
COACHING WITH MICHELLE IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Mel Wilkinson RD
Hi, I'm Mel! My main mission as a Registered Dietitian is to empower you to nourish your body and mind, guiding you to create a lifestyle you look forward to living.
Going through an eating disorder impacted my life in more ways than one, including loss of period, lack of self-confidence, body dysmorphia, and poor gut health. By persevering through these hardships, I have found joy in helping others reach their full potential through whatever they may be facing.
Whether it's helping you build your meals, grocery shop with confidence, break free from binging and restricting, reduce gastrointestinal symptoms, get your period back, or just generally feel your best, I look forward to helping you reach all of your goals!
COACHING WITH MEL IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Kerry Benson RD
Hi, I’m Kerry! I love food and getting creative in the kitchen, but it wasn't always this way. As a former figure skater and dancer, nutrition fueled my passion, yet food often felt like a foe rather than a friend. Now, as a registered dietitian, my mission is to help others nourish themselves without stress or shame and confidently manage their health.
When we work together, expect evidence-based, weight-neutral, and compassionate guidance tailored to you. I'm here to learn your unique needs and empower you to make food choices that serve you best. Instead of rigid rules, we'll focus on fostering a positive relationship with food and incorporating health-promoting behaviors into your busy lifestyle for lasting change. As a new mom, I'm all about simplifying nutrition to make it easy, affordable, and impactful. I'd be thrilled to join you on your journey and help you achieve the health goals that are important to you!
My broad clinical experience allows me to address a range of health conditions and support clients who want to focus on disease prevention, healthy aging, and wellness. As a former dialysis dietitian, I have specialized training in renal nutrition. I have a strong interest and experience in pre- and post-natal nutrition. I am a mocktail enthusiast with a background in alcohol research and a passion for sober curious living.
COACHING WITH KERRY IS ELIGIBLE FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE.
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Delayna Myers RD
Hi I’m Delayna! I’m a second career dietitian with a background in college athletics and a registered yoga instructor. I’m passionate about movement as a key part of health and wellness! When working with me you can expect me to walk alongside you to create a lifestyle that feels sustainable and stress-free! I believe in collaborating to help you feel your happiest and healthiest through your current season of life and all those that follow. My own personal journey to intuitive eating and wellness has led me to working in this space and I look forward to supporting you on your own unique journey.
In my free time I’m an avid concert goer, my husband and I are most likely seeing Dave Matthew's Band, taking photos of our mini-golden-doodle, Duncan, traveling, spending time with friends and family or cheering on the Detroit Lions! I’m expecting a baby girl this March and look forward to the new beauties and challenges this new chapter will provide!
My specialities include sports nutrition, intuitive eating and general wellness.
work with us
Group, 1:1, and self-paced options to meet you where you are.
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PRIVATE COACHING: FOREVER CHANGE
Get the highest level of support possible with a program completely personalized and customized to your unique needs.
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GROUP COACHING: THE HSH METHOD
Our signature online group coaching program! Get ready to change your life with The HSH Method. Find food happiness and freedom in this comprehensive 6-week group nutrition program hosted by our dietitian team.
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THE HSH ESSENTIALS SELF PACED COURSES
Learn how to create long-lasting change and feel good while doing it — at your own pace. Visit our shop page for details.
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PROFESSIONAL COACHING
This is perfect for dietitians looking to start or grow a private practice or for providers looking to switch to an insurance run business model!
IS OUR METHOD RIGHT FOR YOU?
Great question! At Happy Strong Healthy™, we serve all humans who want “forever” change.
More specifically, our dietitian team is:
Weight-inclusive.
HAES-aligned.
Trauma-informed.
Highly skilled in all areas of nutrition and wellness.
If all you want is weight loss, then we are likely not the right fit. Otherwise, we have a provider on our team that can meet your needs.
We also have dietitians on staff who are trained in eating disorder recovery. Ask about our packages that can meet you where you are on your recovery journey.
OH, and we are thrilled to announce that we now accept most major insurance companies. Some restrictions apply, but you may be able to decrease your monthly rate by using your benefits. Fill out this form to get your benefits checked!
If you’re ready to simplify nutrition, unlearn what diet culture has taught you, change your lifestyle, and create the happiest, healthiest and strongest version of YOU…