Meet Our Nutrition & Wellness Practitioners
Learn about nutrition counseling and wellness consultations.
You can book an appointment with any practitioner listed below. Since initial consultation times vary, you should consult with your practitioner prior to making an appointment.
Margo Gladding, MS, CNS, LDN – Herbalist, Nutritionist
Margo’s impressive knowledge base is the result of a unique blend of educational and professional experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Master of Science degree in Herbal Medicine. As a Certified Nutrition Specialist and Licensed Nutritionist, Margo takes a comprehensive, integrative, and compassionate approach in her counseling. Since joining Village Green in 2005, she has been passionate about providing personalized care to customers, supporting individuals through private consultations, and researching and writing educational materials on a variety of health and wellness topics. In her nutrition practice, Margo utilizes functional lab testing to help uncover root causes of system imbalances. She enjoys working with individuals experiencing a wide range of health challenges and her recommendations are always patient specific. Margo was honored to serve on the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice for 8 years.
Kelsey Evers, MS, CNS, LDN - Nutritionist
Kelsey is an integrative clinical nutritionist who is passionate about helping her clients address the root cause of their digestion, mood, and energy concerns by nurturing behaviors to promote physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through food, herbs and lifestyle changes. A second career nutritionist, Kelsey worked in the hospitality and event planning industry for 10 years but her own struggles with anxiety, gut health and hormonal imbalance led her to pursue her dream career in health and wellness.
Kelsey’s primary areas of focus are food allergies and intolerances, gastrointestinal conditions (diarrhea, constipation, Celiac Disease, GERD, SIBO, IBS, etc.), stress and anxiety, sleep disturbances, and hormone imbalances.
In addition, Kelsey helps her clients learn how to heal their relationship with food and connect with their bodies through intuitive eating and body acceptance using a non-diet and weight-neutral approach. This includes grocery store tours where Kelsey helps clients learn how to navigate the grocery store, read nutrition labels and make informed food choices based on specific needs.
Kelsey obtained her Master of Science in Nutrition & Integrative Health in 2021 from Maryland University of Integrative Health, and is a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (BCNS) and a Licensed Dietician Nutritionist in the state of Maryland.
Dr. Candice Farrare, DNP, FNP-BC
Dr. Candice Farrare is a highly skilled and compassionate board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a profound dedication to advancing healthcare through a holistic lens. With over 14 years of extensive experience in nursing, Candice has established herself as a versatile practitioner, excelling in various medical specialties including functional medicine, primary care, mental health, substance abuse, cosmetic dermatology, IV nutrient therapy, hormone optimization, and weight loss management. Available for both in-person and virtual appointments, Candice enjoys creating personalized health and wellness plans and providing her patients with the tools and support they need to thrive.
Throughout her career, Candice has demonstrated a commitment to providing comprehensive care that addresses not only the symptoms but also delves into the root causes of illness often overlooked in conventional medicine. Her passion for integrative medicine has led her to embrace a holistic approach to wellness, recognizing the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and spirit in achieving optimal health outcomes.
Tori Trocki, MS, CNS, CCN, FNTP, LDN, DCN (CAND.)
Tori is a successful clinical nutritionist driven by her passion for helping people improve their health and wellness. Her expertise in diet, lifestyle changes, supplementation protocols, and laboratory test interpretation enables her to customize patient nutrition programs. She excels in working with complex health conditions, including autoimmune disease, hormone (including thyroid), digestive, metabolic syndrome, and neurological.
With her vast knowledge, advanced degrees, and multiple certifications in clinical nutrition, Tori continues to inspire her patients and colleagues alike. Over the past twenty years, she has helped hundreds of patients regain their health and achieve their wellness goals, establishing herself as an exceptional healthcare provider and a go-to nutritionist for many.
Dr. Keri Marshall – Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Keri Marshall is an industry expert with over 20 years of experience in the Natural Product Industry and is currently the Director of Medical and Scientific Communications for Pharmavite. She is an Epidemiologist and Naturopathic Doctor specializing in pediatrics, women’s medicine and chronic disease management. She specializes in clinical nutrition, integrative medicine, women’s medicine, pediatrics and chronic disease management. Dr. Marshall is an international speaker and has published several scientific papers across a range of topics, writes and blogs for print publications and appears regularly in the media. She is the author of "User's Guide to Protein and Amino Acids” and serves on several advisory and editorial boards for peer-reviewed medical journals and health advocacy groups. She is the Chair of the Global Organization of EPA and DHA (GOED) Science Committee and the Scientific Representative to the GOED Executive Committee on Education and Outreach.
Dr. Marshall received her Naturopathic Medical Degree from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon, a Master’s Degree in Social and Preventive Medicine (Epidemiology) from S.U.N.Y. at Buffalo, and a Bachelor’s of Science from the George Washington University. She maintains a small private integrative medicine practice in Bethesda, MD.
Kate Costello, MS, CNS, LDN – Nutritionist
Kate practices functional nutrition by emphasizing the healing power of whole-food nutrition and wellness practices like movement, stress-reduction, sleep hygiene and mindfulness practices. Kate works with clients with diagnoses like autoimmune conditions, blood glucose dysregulation, food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, IBD, SIBO, and IBS. She has worked with the Multiple Sclerosis Center at Johns Hopkins to better understand diet in people living with MS. Kate earned her undergraduate degree at Coastal Carolina University in Health Promotion and Exercise Science and two graduate degrees at Maryland University of Integrative Health, an MS in Nutrition and Integrative Health and a MA in Health and Wellness Coaching. Kate is a mentor at The Nutrition & Herbal Collective for new nutrition graduates. When Kate is not working with clients, mentees, or developing community programs, she can be found on long walks in the woods, snuggling her cats, organizing, baking, or reading.
Amy Kerner, MS, CNS, LDN – Nutritionist
Amy is a functional and integrative nutritionist who is passionate about helping people reach their optimal wellness. She supports clients, aged 13 years and older, in addressing the root causes of health conditions such as metabolic syndrome (diabetes, pre-diabetes, high cholesterol), hypertension, osteoporosis/osteopenia, gastrointestinal distress (e.g. GERD, diverticulosis/diverticulitis, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), and ADHD. Amy leverages her nutrition, change management, and communications expertise and creates a healing presence to help guide her clients to achieving their health and wellness goals. She cuts through the noise of conflicting nutrition and health advice and designs personalized and sustainable solutions that incorporate diet and lifestyle changes, such as stress reduction, movement, and sleep hygiene. Whether you’re seeking guidance for managing chronic conditions or simply optimizing your overall well-being, Amy will help you take manageable steps that will lead to sustainable and impactful changes over time.
Amy is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and is licensed (LDN) with the Maryland State Board of Dietetics and Nutrition. She earned her Master of Science degree in Clinical Nutrition and Integrative Health from the Maryland University of Integrative Health, her Master of Business Administration degree from the George Washington University, and her Bachelor’s degree from Penn State University.
Julie Ann Davey, RN, MSN, ANP-C, ACNP-C
Julie is a nurse practitioner with over 25 years of healthcare experience. Her specialty is in GI health, where she takes a holistic approach to healing the issues uncovered through lab testing in order to restore energy, proper digestion, mental clarity, promote better sleep, skin, immunity, weight loss, and so much more! Having overcome gut issues herself, Julie is especially passionate about helping others get to the root of their GI issues and empowering them with the necessary tools to live a healthy and vibrant life. Julie offers a variety of virtual consultation packages that utilize innovative clinical testing, including the GI-MAP and IgG Food Map test, and provides clients with detailed lab result interpretation, comprehensive customized protocols, and ongoing one-on-one support.
Naz Amini, MS. CNS, CNC, LDN – Nutritionist
Naz is a licensed clinical nutritionist with over 12 years of experience. With a Master Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport, she has a strong foundation in biochemistry, science, and the practice of nutraceutical therapy. As an integrative nutritionist, Naz practices long distance wellness counseling with patients across the nation using current technologies and advanced functional diagnostic testing. While specializing in detoxification, gastrointestinal disorders and autoimmune conditions, her therapeutic nutritional approach aids in improving a broad spectrum of health issues from diabetes to arthritis, and more.
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