Fuel to Thrive describes itself as a team of registered dietitian nutritionists and certified personal trainers in Spokane, Washington, helping people optimize their health. The site says the team specializes in working with athletes, supporting individuals with chronic GI disorders, and guiding women through perimenopause and menopause, and also works with people on general lifestyle change such as sustainable weight loss and eating well in real life.
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Our Story
The Meet Us page says Amy found her direction in high school cross country, when she saw that what she ate changed how she felt, and decided to help others take control of their health through food. The About page says the goal is to help clients build a foundation of healthy habits that lasts, so that they do not need to be a client forever.
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Services & pricing
Free Discovery Call
A 30 minute phone call to meet your provider and decide how to move forward. The booking page says specifics of your diet or plan are not discussed on this call.
A 1 hour 15 minute first appointment, in person or by online video, to assess goals and health history and create a plan. Paperwork is sent beforehand.
Sports nutritionEndurance athlete coachingGut health and chronic GI conditionsPerimenopause and menopause nutritionLifestyle modificationMetabolic testingBody composition testingPersonal training
Our Team
Amy Yeoman
Registered Dietitian
Owner, listed on the contact page as Owner, Dietitian, Endurance Coach. Amy holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Montana State University and a Master's in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from Washington State University, and is a USAT Level 1 Triathlon Coach. She works with athletes and with people changing everyday habits.
Elizabeth Abbey
Registered Dietitian
Elizabeth teaches nutrition, sport nutrition and food systems at Whitworth University and sees clients one-on-one. She completed a doctorate in Nutrition for Sport and Chronic Disease and a dietetic internship at the Mayo Clinic, and is a Wellcoaches Certified Health and Well-being Coach.
Lori LaVoie
Registered Dietitian
Lori specializes in managing chronic GI conditions and has a master's degree in Nutrition Science from Bastyr University. She completed her dietetic internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and worked as a clinical dietitian before joining Fuel to Thrive.
Jessica Durgan
Registered Dietitian
Jessica has a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition from Washington State University and completed a 1,200-hour supervised internship at Madigan Army Medical Center. Her page describes a practical, game-plan style of nutrition built around busy lives.
Marianne Green
Registered Dietitian
Marianne has a special interest in gastrointestinal health and helps clients look for the root causes of digestive symptoms and build realistic strategies. Her page also describes her love of the teaching side of the work.
Kari Thompson
Registered Dietitian
Kari earned a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology and a Master of Science in Dietetics and Exercise Physiology at Washington State University. She has worked at Sacred Heart Medical Center and The Emily Program, and her page describes using intuitive eating principles.
Service Area
Spokane
Based in Spokane, WA. Appointments available virtually and in the local area where offered.
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The practice is currently credentialed with Premera Blue Cross (and all other BCBS), Lifewise, Aetna, Cigna, Regence, Asuris, United Health Care, First Choice, Multicare and Kaiser PPO. It is not in network with Medicare (including Advantage or Supplemental Plans), Medicaid, Apple Health, Kaiser HMO or any insurance not listed. The site advises checking with your insurer, because coverage varies by plan.
Q2:What if you do not participate with my insurance?
The practice would be an out-of-network provider, and payment is collected at the time of the visit. You can use an HSA or FSA account, or ask for a superbill to submit to your insurer for reimbursement. The site says you submit the superbill yourself, and suggests calling the member services number on your card to ask about coverage.
Q3:Can I have appointments by video?
The site says telehealth is often an option for people who do not live in Spokane, using a HIPAA compliant video conference, and that many insurance companies cover these visits. It suggests checking with your insurer. The booking page lists the initial 1-on-1 as available in person or by online video.
Q4:What happens at the first appointment?
You can start with a free 30 minute discovery call by phone to meet your provider, or book an initial consult. The booking page describes the initial 1-on-1 as 1 hour 15 minutes, used to assess your goals and health history and create a plan. Paperwork is sent before the session.
Q5:Who does the practice work with?
The site says the team specializes in working with athletes, supporting people with chronic GI disorders and guiding women through perimenopause and menopause. It also lists lifestyle modification for people who want to build sustainable eating and movement habits.
Q6:Do you offer personal training and classes?
Yes. The site lists personal training, program design and small group strength classes capped at 4 people, with classes for endurance athletes, perimenopause and menopause, retirees and general strength. Locker rooms and showers are available.
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HSA and FSA accounts acceptedSuperbill provided for out-of-network reimbursement (the client submits it to their insurer)
Certifications
Amy Yeoman: Registered Dietitian, MS in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, USAT Level 1 Triathlon Coach, CrossFit Level 1 Coaching Certification, ACSM Personal Training Certification
Elizabeth Abbey: Registered Dietitian, doctorate in Nutrition for Sport and Chronic Disease, Wellcoaches Certified Health and Well-being Coach
Lori LaVoie: Registered Dietitian, master's degree in Nutrition Science
Jessica Durgan: Registered Dietitian, Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition
Marianne Green: Registered Dietitian
Kari Thompson: Registered Dietitian, Master of Science in Dietetics and Exercise Physiology
Macauley Devin: Certified Personal Trainer, Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, ACSM Exercise Physiologist certification (June 2025)
Ally Estes: Certified Personal Trainer, Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology