My mission to help others overcome their health challenges became clear when, upon reflecting on my own health journey, I realized how quickly an imbalance in one system of my body affected another…and then another…and another. Using the foundational knowledge I acquired with my biology degree, I spent my 30’s voraciously researching on my own behalf and employing functional medicine tools before I knew this modality existed. When I officially discovered functional medicine I was excited to expand my toolbox in order to more efficiently and effectively identify and overcome the root causes of disease dynamics.  

My travels abroad afforded me opportunities to experience different cultures, ceremonies, and vagal toning modalities that helped me see where I was disassociated from my body, how to follow a behavioral pattern back to a specific belief or perception, and rewrite the story so it does’t become a root cause of physiological challenges. I’m ever inspired by the intelligence and interconnectedness of our bodies.

Given we are all unique in our own special way, the individualized coaching support and encouragement I provide is key to facilitating sustainable lifestyle change. I explain to clients how a dynamic (such as, IBS, eczema, asthma, PMS, diabetes) progressed to its current state, and I coach them to implement new habits at a pace that is comfortable for them. Taking the steps to address the the actual dis-ease rather than the symptoms, plus the education and support I provide allows individuals to continue creating a new way of being that cultivates true wellness.

My training and research will never end…thank goodness! This ever-evolving career gives me the awesome opportunity to constantly expand my knowledge and find creative solutions for each unique case that I have the pleasure of working with.

  • Functional Medicine Health Coach ~ The School of Applied Functional Medicine

  • Biology degree (emphasis in biochemistry and health science) ~ University of California, Santa Cruz

  • Neuro-Somatic Integration Therapy ~ Body Therapy Center

  • Certified Doula ~ La Matrona

  • In-home hospice care

  • 17 years of various massage and energy work modalities

  • German New Medicine - Beyond Holistic Medicine