Meet Joy Pacitto - Nutrition With Joy Pacito

Joy Pacitto, MS, DSH has been a practicing nutritionist since 1986. She maintains a private practice in Rocky Hill, CT. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Chemistry and Education from Rhode Island College. Joy has taken additional post graduate studies in secondary education, pathology and histology at the State University of New York at Binghamton. In addition, she received a Master's of Science in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport, CT. Joy has been educated in continuing post graduate studies in clinical nutrition. She has successfully passed all national board exams through the IAACN, the International and American Association of Clinical Nutritionists. She holds a Diploma in Classical Homeopathy (DSH) from the School of Homeopathy, New York, a 4-year clinical training program.

Joy has taught courses in biology, health and nutrition in middle and high schools. She is available for public speaking and has lectured locally to schools, health organizations, support groups and corporations such as ESPN, the Multiple Sclerosis and Hepatitis-C support organizations, Metropolitan Insurance Company, CIGNA, and the University of Bridgeport Naturopathic Medical School. She serves as an on-site nutritional consultant for Rocky Hill Tennis and Fitness Club.

Continuing Education

~ Professional clinical nutritional seminars sponsored though Standard Process including the study of CRA, [Contact Reflex Analysis].1995- 2002

~ Seminars series in clinical nutrition with Drs. R. Versandaal, M. Dobbins and L. Marks sponsored by Standard Process, Inc. 1995-ongoing

~Iridology with Dr. David Pessach, 1998

~ Meridian Stress Assessment Evaluation training with Biomeridian, Inc. 1999-2001

~ Advanced Seminars in Meridian Assessment Training through the School of Bioenergetics, 1999-2000

~ Attendance at annual national nutritional symposiums sponsored by The American and International Association of Clinical Nutritionists.1995-2001

~ Post graduate continuing training in Classical Homeopathy. 2004-ongoing

My Philosophy

It is important to begin by saying that I truly love my work. I realize that I am very blessed to be able work in the field that captures my entire interest and nourishes my desire to learn more deeply. I speak of the field of complementary health care. I find my work to be stimulating, challenging and satisfying because I have the opportunity to help people become more comfortable in their bodies. When we have a physical symptom that is constantly distressing or annoying it is difficult to give our full attention to other matters or to the people we care about.

I wholeheartedly believe that wholesome nutrition can positively affect so many health conditions. I have experienced this positive and powerful effect with so many clients in 21 years.

As an example, when one suffers from the pain of arthritis or acid reflux there are specific foods which may worsen or relieve the symptoms to varying degrees. Having the knowledge of which foods will help is so valuable because it puts the power of managing one's state of health with the individual, where it belongs. I believe everyone should have a professional quality nutritional evaluation to learn which foods and patterns of eating are most supportive for that person.

Ultimately we are all responsible for the good stewardship of our bodies. Of course, all medical conditions should be under the care of a qualified physician. I honor the wholistic model of Body, Mind and Spirit in working with each person and believe that each of us has the inborn power to achieve vibrant and superior health.