Marlena Tanner
Registered Dietitian

“It is my hope that through my own recovery I can help other individuals to recover themselves”. 

Marlena is a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorder treatment. Being recovered herself from anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating, she gained her experience in a variety of settings with a focus in mental health. She earned her degree from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo and completed her internship at Porterville Developmental Center. She has worked as a counselor for adolescents and adults with disabilities and has extensive 12-step experience in alcoholism and overeating disorders. 

Prior to becoming a dietitian she gained another eight years of fitness and nutrition experience in New York, working as a certified   personal trainer and registered dietetic technician. Through nutrition education, eating disorder awareness training, meal plan development, one-on-one and group coaching, Marlena works to help improve each client’s relationship with food and self.