I am a Board Certified Nutrition Consultant, Integrative Health Coach, educator and speaker, guided imagery practitioner, herbalist, and mother. I have a background in holistic and therapeutic nutrition, Western herbal medicine, and integrative health. I have extensive experience facilitating change and helping my clients achieve optimal wellbeing, both individuals and organizations. I support my clients in becoming empowered and discovering self-compassion and self-love so that they can create sustainable lifestyle change. I help my clients remember who they truly are and what they truly love.

I have been practicing as a nutritionist and holistic health coach since 2011, both in private practice and for large organizations. I have worked as a nutritionist, health coach, culinary educator, and in program and content development for organizations such as

The Wellness Club for Whole Foods Market

Vida

Citizen’s Bank

Alameda Health Systems

San Jose Tech Museum of Innovation

Many more small and large organizations

I received a Master’s degree in Integrative Health from California Institute of Integral Studies, and certificates in nutrition education and therapeutic nutrition from Bauman College. I am a certified integrative health coach, guided imagery practitioner, gluten free practitioner, and herbal medicine maker.

MY STORY

I am committed to love and connectedness, and helping others experience joy by rediscovering their health. I am a committed to providing support and empowerment through food, herbs, mindfulness, and the cultivation of self-compassion. I am committed to love for yourself, others, and the planet. I am committed to helping others THRIVE!

I care deeply about the food I eat, the products I use, and my connection to the planet. I believe in sustainable agriculture and supporting people in the community. I am passionate about traditional food and traditional medicine. I think that these things connect us to the planet on which we live. It is my mission to teach people how to connect to themselves, to their food, to their inner healer, to their planet, and to others. It is through this connection that we will heal.

I envision a world where people eat nutrient dense foods, prioritize self-care, remember traditional healing wisdom, and discover their connection to themselves, others, and the planet. I am on a mission to do my part to make this happen.

MY PASSION

"She has a unique ability to put people at ease when talking about sensitive issues of health and wellness with her light-hearted demeanor."

"She has a unique ability to put people at ease when talking about sensitive issues of health and wellness with her light-hearted demeanor."

"She has a unique ability to put people at ease when talking about sensitive issues of health and wellness with her light-hearted demeanor."

I understand because I have been there too

I have had horrible, seemingly unexplainable stomach aches. I have done elimination diets and questioned each bite of food I ate. I have been diagnosed with acid reflux and IBS and told to take pills and live with it. I have felt ashamed of my body. I have participated in lifestyle habits I wanted to change. I have felt demotivated. I have felt lost and alone after giving birth. I have felt confused and anxious and in need of support as a new mother. I have worked in a windowless office wishing the company culture were more invested in my individual health and happiness.

I HAVE LEARNED TO DISCOVER HOW TO LOVE AND ACCEPT MYSELF. I HAVE RETURNED TO TRADITION AND REDISCOVERED HEALTH.

I HAVE RECLAIMED MY HEALTH.

Through the development of self-compassion, self-acceptance, and, ultimately, self-love, I was able to CREATE CHANGE. I was able to understand the ROOT CAUSE OF MY PROBLEMS, FEEL EMPOWERED, and take my health into MY OWN HANDS. I am most fulfilled by helping others cultivate self-compassion and creating sustainable lifestyle change.