Seema Shah
DIETITIAN ● HEALER ● WRITER
I am an Integrative and Functional Dietitian Health Coach, Writer, and Tai Chi Chuan Instructor, based in Long Beach, CA. I obtained both my Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, and Master of Public Health in Epidemiology, from UCLA. I then received my Master of Science in Nutritional Science from Cal State LA.
After finishing my 1,200 hour dietetic internship, I went on to complete two rigorous and prestigious continuing education programs in functional and integrative nutrition/medicine. I also have formal health coaching training, and experience working as a health coach. Furthermore, I have learned a lot about how to heal over the course of my own health journey. This direct experience with many of the conditions my clients have, gives me valuable insight and knowledge on how to address them effectively.
Along with 1:1 client sessions, my virtual private nutrition practice offerings include a free monthly newsletter, and professional blog. I have also authored a free 21- page e-book titled, “5 satisfying snacks that help reverse insulin resistance.” I am frequently quoted as as featured Dietitian expert in media outlets such as Eating Well, Yahoo Health, Everyday Health, Food Network, etc.
I am currently working towards completing a 100-hour Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Certification program. In addition, I am actively teaching Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong in the greater Long Beach community. If you live in the Long Beach area, check out my in-person Summer 2025 12-lesson Beginner Tai Chi course info here: https://seemashahrd.com/tai-chi-class/
When I’m not working, I like spending time with my husband, friends, and loved ones. I also enjoy cooking, reading, catching up on my favorite shows, watching movies, doing Tai Chi Chuan and Qi Gong, ice skating, practicing mindfulness, and volunteering at my local bunny rescue.
Education and Training
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Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics, UCLA
- Master of Public Health in Epidemiology, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
- Master of Science in Nutritional Science, California State University, Los Angeles
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1,200 Hour Dietetic Internship at St. John's Regional Hospital, Aramark Corporation
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Registered Dietitian License, Commission on Dietetic Registration
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Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner, Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy (IFNA)
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Women’s Integrative Medicine Institute Certified Practitioner (WIMI-CP), Aviva Romm Enterprises
- Core Coach Training: Module 1 (June 2020 Cohort) Health Coach Training, WellCoaches School of Coaching
My Philosophy
I guide my clients in achieving their health and wellness goals. They are in the driver’s seat of the car so to speak and know their bodies best, and I am in the passenger’s side coaching and educating them on the next steps towards reaching their goals. Thus, the client is an active participant in their health journey, and ready to take action steps and to make behavior changes to reach their highest health potential. Being an active participant in your health and well-being means being ready to hit the ground running in diet, and behavior changes from the very first session.
I believe that our bodies have infinite intelligence, and already know how to heal. From the smallest papercut to a full-blown chronic condition, the body is always striving for homeostasis and restoration. The key is to correct the issues that are blocking this inherent healing capacity, which could include: unaddressed chronic stress/psychological trauma, toxin build-up, high inflammation, infections, impaired detoxification pathways, microbiome imbalances, and nutritional deficiencies.