About Me
Leslie Paxton, M.S., CHN
Private Nutritionist
Wellness Practitioner
Owner @ Working Well, LLC
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My name is Leslie and I am the owner of Working Well, LLC, a compnay dedicated to improving the lives of others. Whether I meet you in your workplace, in your community or as a private client, I am here to help support your health through education, counseling and guided behavior change .
I am a native Texan who loves living in the foothills of north central texas with my husband, two children and loyal german shepherd. I enjoy spending time outdoors any chance I get and can usually be found playing in my garden, cooking food for my family, reading books or hiking in the woods.
Education
As a college student I felt led to begin my work in pre-medical studies with the intention of becoming a doctor of infectious disease. After completing an infectious disease study abroad in South Africa, I found that my interest was more aligned with disease prevention through education rather than disease treatment through medical intervention. I currently hold a bachelors degree in Public Health Studies and a Masters Degree in Applied Human Nutrition. I am also in the process of becoming a clinical specialist in diabetes education.
Professional Background
For over 20 years I have worked with diverse populations in a variety of settings. My professional experience has taken me across the landscape of public health and disease prevention in areas such as substance abuse, mental health and development, family planning, corporate health and wellness, maternal health education and individual nutrition counseling. I can honestly say that my path has been guided by my passion which is why I am so excited to be working to help others achieve optimal health and wellbeing while reducing the risk of preventable chronic illness.