Our Pediatric Nutrition & Feeding Team

Kelli Borgman

Dietitian, owner and creator of Attune2Food

I love my job because: The parents, caregivers and health care providers I get to support are seriously the most amazing people, they are my everyday superheroes! I love getting a peek and sense of each child’s unique personality and ability and maximizing their strengths and potential through nutrition.

Educational background: BS in Dietetics from Michigan State University, dietetic internship to become an registered dietitian from East Carolina University, MS in Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine from University of Western States. Health coaching certification, lactation specialist certification, and many other trainings over the years in child feeding and development, including SOS and neurodivergent feeding and nutrition approaches.

Spare time/hobbies: I love playing with my three year old daughter, gardening, exploring Vermont’s mountains, rivers and swimming holes, and traveling with my family in our camper van whenever possible.

Fave color: My favorite color is turquoise because I love the stone and I love water when it’s that color!

Fave location(s) to be or visit: I spent summers as a kid in Northern Michigan. I love spending time in the Sleeping Bear Dunes and the Pere Marquette River. There’s also a short hike to an amazing triple waterfall near my home in Vermont called Journey’s End where I often go to recharge my mind, body and spirit.

Dana Dose

Pediatric and Family Dietitian

Dana has been a dietitian since 2009, and through working with clients of all ages and stages for the first decade of her career, she found her way to her favorite specialty: pediatric and family nutrition. She became a Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition in March, 2023 and also holds certifications as a Health & Wellness Coach, Lactation Counselor, and Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.

I love my job because: I love food and families! I enjoy being at the intersection of parents nourishing their babies / young children, and for older more independant children, I enjoy helping set the foundation that they will need to nourish themselves as they grow into a young adult with a positive relationship with food and their bodies. I also recognize that parenting in general is difficult and specifically nourishing a child can be difficult – I like being a person that empathizes with parents and meets them where they are to help accomplish realistic goals for their children. It’s an honor to be trusted with such an important task.

Educational background: I grew up in Texas and graduated with a nutrition education degree from the University of Vermont in Burlington. I later returned to school at the University of Texas in Austin to achieve my professional purpose of becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Since I became an RDN in 2009, I have not stopped learning. It’s a true pleasure to participate in continuing education that helps me serve my clients to the best of my abilities.

Spare Time/hobbies: My favorite hobbies are seeing live music and teaching Jazzercise. Outside of Jazzercise classes, I can be spotted dancing in nearly any setting (at concerts, at home, and even bobbing along in the grocery store!). I also enjoy reading, cooking, traveling, and experiencing outdoor adventures with my 2 children and husband such as hiking, skiing, and camping.

Favorite Color: It’s a tie between purple and green.

Favorite Locations: I recently moved away from the north shore of Lake Tahoe, CA which will always hold a special place in my heart. Other places I love are the Cinque Terre in Italy and Maui. I look forward to exploring more of the world so I can add more to the list!

Tracie Clarke

Pediatric and Family Dietitian

Tracie has been practicing since 2008, specializing pediatric gastroenterology and complex medical diagnoses. With over a decade of experience, she has worked with all ages and stages of life.

I love my job because:  Food is the epicenter of life! Food brings us together whether it’s in celebration, dinner time, or a nutrition visit. I truly enjoy learning about each patient’s uniqueness and supporting each individual/family with a personalized approach.

Educational background:  B.S. from the University of Vermont in 2005, then completed my dietetic internship and Master’s in Nutrition at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2008.  I returned to VT for a number of years before venturing to Boston, MA to work at Boston Children’s Hospital where the learning curve never ceased. BCH is where I honed my skills in all things homemade blenderized tube feedings, educating and helping many families transform their child’s life, and assisting in publishing a number of research papers to support the benefits.

Spare Time/hobbies:  All things nature! I love gardening, hiking/nature walks (off the beaten path), kayaking, snowshoeing, fishing, etc.  I love every season—being a 5th generation Vermonter I even embrace the winter months!

Favorite Color:  Purple (Amethyst) and blue (cerulean) – though these are very specific colors, I love all of the hues in between. I think of these colors and imagine really rare sunsets (hues of purple), the color of the sky as it changes with the seasons, and the color the ocean/water.

Favorite Locations:  Niquette Bay, Colchester, VT (sitting on my favorite rock hidden within the bay), the top of Snake Mountain (Addison, VT) on a crisp fall morning, Shelburne Farms (Shelburne, VT) on the shoreline finding the coolest rocks, and my parent’s home—always food and great hugs!  These are merely a few of my fave spots—all I need is good company, good food, and the chance to be surrounded by nature.

Kerri Louati

Integrative Pediatric and Family Dietitian

Kerri Louati, MS, RD, LDN, CDE is a pediatric and family dietitian who works closely with children and their families to navigate feeding and nutrition challenges. With over 15 years of experience, she supports a wide range of needs, from common feeding concerns to more complex medical situations.  She takes a personalized approach, helping families understand what’s going on and giving them clear, practical guidance to improve their child’s health and overall quality of life.

I love my job because: I have been that parent. I know what it feels like to be searching for answers and not finding the support you need.  At the same time, I have seen firsthand the impact that nutrition can have. I have watched children feel better, grow, and thrive with the right support in place. My goal is to create a space where parents feel heard, supported, and more confident, and where feeding feels less overwhelming over time.

Educational background: I completed my undergraduate degree in nutritional science at Bastyr University and earned my Master’s degree in Nutrition and Functional Medicine from the University of Western States. I am a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, with additional training in integrative and functional nutrition.

Spare time / hobbies: Outside of work, I love spending time with family and friends. I love traveling and exploring new places, cultures, and different foods. I’m a sucker for a really good, strong cup of coffee. And I’m always up for a good old-fashioned game night.

Favorite color: Blue, every shade of blue!

Favorite location(s) to be or visit: The mountains, surrounded by trees, are my happy place. There is something so peaceful about it. Add some running water, and I may never want to leave. I love witnessing the beauty and power of nature.

Shannon Cavoneil

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

I love my job because occupational therapy is rooted in the idea that occupations are the foundation of meaningful lives. Eating not only sustains us physically, but is also an immersive, multisensory experience that supports connection, culture, and shared family experiences. It is a privilege to support children and their caregivers as they navigate something so complex, personal, and meaningful.

Educational background: I earned my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD) from Western New England University and my Bachelor’s degree from Emmanuel College in Boston. I am currently completing my M.Ed in Special Education at the University of Vermont, which continues to deepen my understanding of learning differences, inclusive education, and school-based practice. My clinical focus includes pediatric feeding, sensory processing, fine motor development, and school-based occupational therapy services.

Spare time/hobbies: Outside of work, I can usually be found spending time with my kids, skiing at Cochran’s or Smugs, mountain biking, hiking, or reading. I also enjoy being outdoors in all seasons and staying active in the Vermont community.

Favorite color: Burgundy.

Favorite location(s) to be or visit: Anywhere in Vermont, or anywhere my family is, from the beaches of Eastern Long Island to the Green Mountain State.

Heather Foerster-Bach

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Heather Foerster-Bach is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist who’s dedicated to supporting children and their families for nearly 25 years. She specialized in pediatrics with a core belief that parents are the experts on their own children. Her role is to build meaningful relationships with families and to empower them with the confidence, knowledge, and tools to support their child’s development.

I love my job because: relationships are foundational. This includes the relationship between children and their caregivers, as well as the relationship between children, food, and their environment.

Educational background: I have a BS from Loyola University and completed my Master’s in Occupational Therapy at Midwestern University.

Hobbies: Hiking, biking, camping, paddling, soccer spectator, time with my 3 boys

Favorite place(s) to be: I love nature and its grounding and regulating benefits – if you ever need to find me, I am outside!

Favorite color: turquoise

Josh Burke

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

I love my job because: I love getting to be part of those moments when people start to see their own strengths more clearly. Whether someone is working through anxiety, parenting challenges, relationship stress, or a major life transition, it’s meaningful to help them move toward more confidence, clarity, and intentional living. I value authentic connection, practical tools, and creating a space where people feel genuinely seen and supported.

Educational background: I earned both my bachelor’s degree and my Master of Social Work (MSW) from Roberts Wesleyan College. Since becoming a therapist, I’ve continued training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). I like using evidence-based approaches in a practical, down-to-earth way that fits real life.

Spare time/hobbies: When I’m not meeting with clients, I’m usually spending time with my wife and our five kids, running, fishing, camping, or exploring Vermont’s ponds, streams, and back roads. I enjoy traveling as a family, working on projects around the house, and taking advantage of any chance to get outside.

Favorite color: Blue. I’ve always found it calming and refreshing, whether it’s the sky, a mountain lake, or the water.

Favorite location(s) to be or visit: I feel most at home anywhere outdoors where I can slow down and unplug. Fishing on a quiet Vermont pond, hiking in the mountains, or camping with my family are some of my favorite ways to recharge. I also love visiting national parks and exploring new places with the people I care about most.

Salvatore Folisi

Rostered Psychotherapist

Salvatore has worked with families for over twelve years, providing mental health counseling to high-risk teens dealing with depression, trauma, and anxiety. His approach is to meet the person where they are, to listen, provide understanding, encouragement and an opportunity to explore alternatives to risky behaviors and habitual, limiting attitudes. He enables clients to imagine who they are and who they can be outside of the context of social expectations and conditioning. Creating a space where clients can be honest, heard and accepted, where they can endeavor to increase their self-awareness and improve their situation in life is his overriding professional mission.

I love my job because: it enables me with an opportunity to be fully present with other people in a manner that is curious, compassionate, and creative. I thrive on hearing others share the
honest truth of their experience and collaborating with them to better understand their challenges
and find new ways of living their lives. Helping others to accept themselves more fully and
obtain greater insight into how they can find fulfillment in their lives is enormously rewarding
for me.

Educational background: I have an associate degree from Burlington College, where I studied transpersonal and somatic psychology; a bachelor’s degree in creative arts and dance/movement therapy from the Naropa Institute, and a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Carpinteria, California.

Spare time/hobbies: I am a musician, playing drums and percussion as well as an occasional guitar, and love playing out with bands. I’ve written and published poetry for many years. I love fantasy novels, hiking in the woods, and kayaking and swimming in lakes and rivers. I meditate almost every day, and love the smell of the fresh mountain air in the morning. Nature is my refuge. The sunlight, the rain, the snow, and the moon. I am inspired by the earth and starry universe in which we live ….

Favorite color: It depends on my mood. Blue and blue-green are relaxing, enchanting colors. But sometimes I prefer the passion of a deep, burgundy red.

Favorite location(s) to be or visit: I love the mountains and the woods. I am spellbound by the intricacies of trees and the babbling of brooks. I love the mysteries of shade beneath leafy architectures, punctuated by sunlight. My favorite mountains are the sprawling Cascades of northwestern Oregon. But the labyrinthine rock structures of western deserts alongside sun-drenched coastal vistas of endless blue ocean are almost as equally inspiring …

Alexandra Stewart

Speech Language Pathologist

I love my job because: I get to support children and families during some of the most important stages of development. As an SLP specializing in pediatric feeding, I love helping families better understand their child’s feeding skills, build confidence around mealtimes, and make feeding feel a little less overwhelming. I especially love working with infants and young children and taking a whole-child, function-first approach to feeding.

Educational Background: I earned my undergraduate in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Florida and my masters in Speech Language Pathology from the University of South Florida. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Florida and Vermont. Since graduating, I’ve pursued advanced education and training in pediatric feeding and swallowing, infant feeding, oral motor development, tethered oral tissues, and family-centered feeding therapy. I’m passionate about continuing to learn and bringing current research into the way I support my patients and their families.

Spare Time & Hobbies: Outside of work, I love spending time with friends and family, staying active, traveling, trying new restaurants, and being near the water. I love hiking, endurance sports such as running and biking, and anything that gets me outside or training for a race. I am a self proclaimed home chef always exploring new recipes. I also genuinely enjoy learning, creating educational content, and connecting with other professionals in the pediatric feeding world—which sometimes makes it hard to tell where work ends and my hobbies begin!

My favorite color: baby blue or lavender purple

Favorite locations to be or visit: Its a hard tie between the mountains and the ocean. I love fresh air and being surrounded by nature.

Natalie Boyle

Office Manager

I love my job because: I love supporting families! But more than anything, what I love is the human connection at the center of it all. Every interaction is a chance to truly see someone – to listen, to understand, and to meet them where they are without judgment. In those moments, it’s about people feeling heard, respected, and cared for.

Educational background: I studied creative writing as an undergraduate at Emerson College, receiving a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, and as a graduate student in Poetry at Bennington College, receiving my MFA. My work has been published in various magazines on the internet as well as actual magazines like Ms. Aligned and Pilgrimage Press. I completed my 200-hour yoga teacher training with Heart of the Village Yoga in Manchester, VT in March 2020. 

Spare time/hobbies: My “me” time includes strength training and spinning on my Peloton or curling up on the couch with a hot cup of coffee and a good book. Otherwise I spend my time with my husband and our five year old son playing Sorry and Uno, building Legos, and walking the dog. 

Favorite color: mint green!! 

Fave location(s) to be or visit: Any independent book store, having lunch with my parents, hosting friends in our backyard, being out in our neighborhood and community.