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Who we are

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Wholehearted Nutrition and Wellness PLLC is a dietetic professional private practice that started from the belief that nutrition and exercise support for heart disease prevention and management shouldn’t be complicated or restrictive.

I specialize in heart health and weight management, offering personalized nutrition and exercise therapy that blends clinical expertise with holistic support.

When you, or a loved one, gets diagnosed with heart disease, obesity, or are risk for disease development, it can be a scary, confusing, and overwhelming time.

Nutrition recommendations shouldn’t just be “don’t eat pizza and burgers”, “never drink soda”, or “avoid anything with salt ”. Exercise programming shouldn’t be grueling, isolating, dangerous, or expensive.

This is why I started Wholehearted Nutrition and Wellness PLLC, to assist you in getting professional medical guidance and coaching, without having to figure it all out alone.

Our approach is integrative and client-centered. I combine the science of dietetics and exercise with the art of coaching to create a space where healing is not just possible, but sustainable. I provide one-on-one consultations designed to foster resilience, confidence, and lasting health and personal transformation.

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Meet The Founder

  • Founder, Manager, Provider

    Matthew is a Registered Dietitian, Exercise Physiologist, and Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management with a passion for supporting others in navigating nutrition and health. He has helped 500+ clients learn how to improve their nutrition, reduce their cholesterol, reach their gym goals, and create sustainable health habits.

    Matthew has a passion for weight management, cardiac care, and general sport support. He specializes in:

    • Weight Management

      • Weight Loss

      • Weight Gain

    • GLP-1 Support (Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, Dulaglutide)

    • Heart Disease

    • Heart Failure

    • High Cholesterol

    • High Blood Pressure

    • Heart Healthy Dietary Patterns (Mediterranean, DASH, Low-Sodium)

    Matthew brings a depth of knowledge and a fervent passion to improve the lives of those he works with through empathetic listening, comprehensive guidance, and collaborative goal development.

    When Matthew isn’t in the kitchen snacking or working out in his home gym, you can find him hunting for flight deals to international destinations or outdoors on a nature walk or hiking trail.

Hear What Customers Have To Say About Their Experience

  • “Matthew is super supportive and easy to chat with. I appreciate how supportive he has been through this entire experience. I am also learning so much and putting it into action. Thank you Matthew for helping and supporting me.”

  • “I can't put into words how thankful I am for Matt's support. He answers all my questions and is very supportive. So thankful and am enjoying the learning process.”

  • “I appreciate that Matt works with me on a variety of things. He is a great listener and always gives thoughtful feedback. He has also been incredibly supportive through both the hard times and the good times, which means a lot to me.”

  • “Always great to talk to him, his positivity and validation helps me a ton especially when I am struggling in finding time to meet my goals and always gives good insight and alternatives proving that nutrition doesn't have to be a one size fits all.”

  • "Matthew's energy was amazing. I felt like I made the right choice by picking him as my nutritionist as I go on this journey and I'm excited for the plans and things he comes up to help me achieve my goals. Talking to him felt super natural like talking to an old friend and for me that's great because in my experience it isn't always that way when seeing a healthcare professional. Looking forward to our next appointment."

  • “Every visit I have with Matthew I feel energized and that I can be successful with baby steps for a committed lifestyle change. He is encouraging and non judgmental when i am still making less than ideal food choices and provides real attainable targets to change years of less than ideal food and lifestyle changes. He's so much more than a dietician.”

  • “Awesome! He is a perfect coach for me! I like the information he shares with me, he answers all of my questions, and he is very encouraging with my nutrition and workouts. He gives me alternatives to food and exercise when I'm stuck. He's very knowledgeable when it comes to science and diet studies. I can trust what he's sharing with me. My goals are obtainable without being too easy or too hard. He really listens to my concerns and shares what would work best. I look forward to our weekly sessions. They never feel too long.”

  • “Matt was professional, thorough and caring. I felt excited to start this new challenge with him.”

  • “He's very knowledgeable and explains things very well.”

  • “He is very thorough and motivating.”

  • “Matt does a great job helping me stay on track, he is very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. Really happy with the progress he has helped me make.”

  • “Matt was very knowledgeable and you could tell he genuinely enjoys what he does. I am looking forward to working with him to meet some goals.”

  • “Excellent first appointment. Matthew was patient, knowledgeable and honest.”

  • “Matthew was great. Very impressed and look forward to future visits.”

  • “He’s extremely knowledgeable and have very good remedies for a lot of my issues.”

  • “Very knowledgable and understanding. Easy to talk to. Looking forward to continue working with him.”

  • “Matthew is amazing. Very knowledgeable and helpful.”

  • “I really enjoy my apts with Matthew! I learn so much each time we meet!!”

  • “Always great to talk to him, his positivity and validation helps me a ton especially when I am struggling in finding time to meet my goals and always gives good insight and alternatives proving that nutrition doesn't have to be a one size fits all.”

  • “He is the perfect fit for the concerns I have regarding my health and I truly believe it's just what I needed to find to have my faith restored with reaching out for help health wise!”

  • “I’ve truly appreciated working with Matt throughout this journey. He has consistently supported me in my decisions and any questions I’ve had as I continue to learn. Beyond just helping with my dietary needs, he supports me as a whole person. He’s a great listener, offers thoughtful feedback, and also encourages me to reflect and share what I’ve learned.”

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Our team is always working hard to serve our community, connect with other professionals, and share our knowledge and love for nutrition, exercise, and wellness. Here are some of the conversations and projects we’ve been working on!

The Embodied Mind Podcast | Ep.3: Heart Health with Matthew Kokos MS by Madeline McNeill

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