Hey, friend. I’m Michelle Shapiro, Holistic RD.
We are a team of functional practitioners
providing one-on-one nutrition and lifestyle coaching.
We’ve assembled the brightest and the most compassionate practitioners because we believe you deserve the highest level of support as you work to feel better and heal.
who
we are

Michelle Shapiro, RD
founder of michelle shapiro nutrition, LLC
FUNCTIONAL REGISTERED DIETITIAN
Hi! I’m Michelle, a Registered Dietitian, a Certified Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner, and a Patient Advocate born and raised in NYC. My goal is to empower an army of self-healing advocates who aren’t ashamed of their health.

Nicki Parlitsis, MS, RD, CPT
lead dietitian
REGISTERED DIETITIAN & CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Hi! I’m Nicki, I‘m a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer who believes in using a highly individualized approach to nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle to help guide you toward a more healthy and enjoyable life.

Jessica Haskin, RD, CDN, CNSC
gut health guru
Hi, I’m Jess! I’m a family-oriented adventurer with a passion for travel and culture. When I’m not connecting with clients, I find joy exploring new places and cuisines, constantly seeking the next adventure. Back home, I cherish time with my close-knit family and friends, whether it’s relaxing on the beach, enjoying a game of mah jong, or taking long walks through NYC.
Sarah Kamely, MS, RD, LDN, CNSC
CLINICAL EXPERT WITH AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH
Hi, I’m Sarah! I am a sun-loving early-riser who lives for morning walks, is fiercely devoted to family and friends, and dreams of growing all my favorite fruits and veggies in a backyard garden one day. When I’m not seeing clients, you can find me working on recipes (+ filming them), at a pilates class, or making a detailed itinerary with a dedicated Google map for my next trip. I currently reside in Miami, FL with my partner and our mini aussiedoodle, Meli.


Nina Passero, FDN-P
Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner
Hi, I’m Nina! I am a tender hearted problem solver, who likes to think outside the box and connect the dots. My boundless sense of curiosity allows me to take a dynamic approach to healing — weaving together my love for functional testing, Chinese Medicine, nervous system regulation and more. When I am not building relationships with my clients, I am spending quality time with the people I love, being present, and giving tight hugs.
Tell Me.
Does any of this resonate?
- You’ve tried to lose weight countless times. But you can't seem to keep it off no matter how hard you try.
- You struggle with bloating, constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, hemorrhoids, abdominal discomfort, or just a general feeling of “blah”.
- Anxiety or panic attacks rule your life even though you’ve tried all sorts of treatments and therapies.
- You find choosing what to eat intimidating and you stress about social events.
- You’ve been trying to piece it all together but, the more you read, the more confused you get.
- You’ve tried a ton of “popular” diets but they didn’t work for you. Or you’re eager to eat intuitively and “love your body,” but you also don’t want to gain weight in the process.
- You’ve gone to countless doctor appointments but have never received a real answer. Or your symptoms have been dismissed as “not a big deal.”
- You have mysterious symptoms or have felt worse after seeing functional health care providers.
- You've done excessive testing, spent so much month, and haven't felt like you've gotten better even when working with functional providers.
- You’re feeling alone on your health journey.
Pro
cess.
Pro
cess.
what's the process of working with us 1:1?
We're so glad you asked!
Fill out an application to work with us by clicking here.
We will review your application & pair you with one of our highly qualified nutrition practitioners based on your individual needs and goals!
We will review your application & pair you with one of our highly qualified nutrition practitioners based on your individual needs and goals!
Once you are ready to move forward, your provider will reach out to book your initial session!
We will review your application & pair you with one of our highly qualified nutrition practitioners based on your individual needs and goals!
You will have your initial consultation (60 minute video call) with your nutrition practitioner - yay!
what
we do
We are
ready,
we are,
relentless,
and we
got you.
We areready,we arerelentless,and wegot you.
Holistic reversal of anxiety
Body neutral weight loss
Gut issue treatment
MCAS, POTS, hypermobility, & autoimmunity

how we
do it

The Battle Plan
aka our secret sauce
The hardest part of making health changes for some people is actually knowing what to do. After trying so many different diets, reading so many different things on Instagram, I usually hear clients saying, “Please just tell me what to eat already!”
While health isn’t as simple as printing some 1200 calorie generic meal plan off the internet, it also doesn’t have to be so hard and confusing either.
That’s where your Battle Plan comes in!
To make the journey as straightforward and easy to follow as possible, we create a highly individualized plan after each initial consultation. We call it a “Battle Plan” because it strategically targets overall health from every angle (lifestyle, breath work, supplements, movement, scheduling, and of course- food!) It is a lengthy and extremely specific document that works as a step-by-step guide for how to feel better and heal.
battle
plan outline
NOT A COOKIE CUTTER IN SIGHT
You’ll get a fully customized plan that outlines:
Your goals so you stay on track and keep the big picture in mind
e.g. “Reduce PMS symptoms”, “Cultivate a positive relationship with body and food,” “Reduce anxiety attacks,” “Lose weight lovingly,” “Optimize digestion, stress management, and sleep.”
Personalized lifestyle recommendations
E.g. tips for consistent hydration, food journaling practices to help you break down thought patterns around food and body image, breathwork and meditation guidance, stress reduction techniques.
E.g. tips for consistent hydration, food journaling practices to help you break down thought patterns around food and body image, breathwork and meditation guidance, stress reduction techniques.
Personalized lifestyle recommendations
Digestion tips you
can use every day
Arm yourself with easy-to-implement, personalized tips to promote effective digestion. You’ll learn how to eat to feel your best.
You’ll get a membership to Fullscript, a virtual dispensing software for practitioner-grade nutritional supplements. You’ll receive 10% off supplement orders to help keep your health goals on track with trusted products at a fair price.
Supplement recommendations to narrow in on your concerns
Supplement recommendations to narrow in on your concerns
You’ll get a membership to Fullscript, a virtual dispensing software for practitioner-grade nutritional supplements. You’ll receive 10% off supplement orders to help keep your health goals on track with trusted products at a fair price.
A flexible meal structure with detailed food suggestions and substitutions
Get tailored meal ideas designed to help you reach your goals. These meals are not intended to be eaten perfectly. Rather, the goal is to nourish your brain and body with filling foods that make you feel amazing.
The key to any good plan is a solid schedule so you can stick to your habits. You’ll get everything from a suggested meal ritual to a meditation, hydration, and movement schedule. I’ll break it down in a very individualized and easy to follow way that suits YOU and your life.
A flexible schedule to help you tie it hall together
A flexible schedule to help you tie it hall together
The key to any good plan is a solid schedule so you can stick to your habits. You’ll get everything from a suggested meal ritual to a meditation, hydration, and movement schedule. I’ll break it down in a very individualized and easy to follow way that suits YOU and your life.
working
with
us
We provide relentless support.
this is what sets us apart from any other nutrition practice.
- We are compassionate and sturdy when our clients feel like they can't lift their head anymore.
- You own every inch of your healing journey, but we are strong passengers alongside you.
- We can be definitive and strong while still listening and witness the whole, important person in front of us.
How you feel and who you are is fascinating to us and fuels our recommendations.
That’s where your Battle Plan comes in!
I FEEL LIKE MY OLD SELF AGAIN.SHE HELPED ME GET MY CONFIDENC AND HEALTH BACK,AND FOR THAT I AM FOREVER GRATEFUL.
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Allison G.
I had gained 30 pounds after a very stressful work year which caused me to emotionally eat and ditch my healthy habits (such as going to the gym, preparing my own food, and drinking a lot of water). I had attempted a lot of different things to lose the weight, including Nutrisystem, working with a personal trainer, exercising as much as possible, and joining online challenges (i.e. "DietBet"). At best, I would lose a pound every two weeks. I attributed some of my challenges to my thyroid issue as well, further making my weight loss challenge even more difficult.
After the first consultation with Michelle over the phone, I already felt so much better, therapeutic really, that someone understood what I was going through and that weight loss did not have to be impossible, even with a thyroid condition.
Long story short, in a few months I have lost 30 pounds (and counting!), learned how to eat right, have more energy and sleep better at night.
In addition to the weight loss, my thyroid numbers have miraculously fallen back into a "normal" person's range (which I think is possibly just as incredible), all based on diet alone. Michelle has become not only my dietitian, but my friend. I cannot recommend her enough to anyone else out there that is close to "giving up" or just "accepting" their body although they want to be healthier and make a positive lifestyle change.
"MICHELLE HAS CHANGED MY LIFE. "
"I had always felt like I had sensitivities to foods that I couldn't pinpoint. Many things were happening to my body that I didn't know were connected (migraines, sleep, body aches, vertigo, etc.). I always felt fatigued and like I couldn't get a grip on the right diet for my lifestyle/body.
[When I met Michelle], I instantly felt comfortable, supported, and like someone wanted to listen to me. She helped me bring it all together to address symptoms and get to the root cause.
Now I have an ally and a partner to help me navigate my health and food choices. I don’t hate my body. I can enjoy food again without allowing food choices to make or break my day. I don’t feel like I ever need to go on a diet again. And I have a new friend and confidant as the cherry on top!"
ULTIMATELY, WORKING WITH MICHELLE HAS GIVEN ME A GREATLY ELEVATED STATE OF HEALTH.
"Before I met Michelle, I realized I didn’t really know how to eat. There’s so much conflicting information and it’s hard to interpret one thing from another. My body wasn’t responding in terms of health and vitality. I needed someone to help me unravel layer after layer of things that needed to be addressed.
As soon as I met with Michelle, I felt supported. She is the ultimate guru—around nutrition and food, yes. But she’s a big advocate for her patients as individuals too. There were some challenging parts of my journey. But I felt heard. I had this safe environment to say anything and everything she did was totally customized to me. There is no one size fits all. She takes a very caring, centred approach to make sure what she advises is going to gel with you.
Ultimately, working with Michelle has given me a greatly elevated state of health. I have a deep understanding now of how the body works. She also helps me connect to other healthcare providers if it’s ever needed.
There are days where we meet and our conversation isn’t really about food. It’s about the support and understanding. I feel like she’s part of my family. She’s a trusting guide, partner, and a safe space. She’s a true advocate."