My Training

I graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition^* where I learned innovative coaching methods, practical lifestyle management techniques, and over 100 dietary theories – Ayurveda, gluten-free, Paleo, raw, vegan, macrobiotics, and everything in between.

I studied with the world's top health and wellness experts including:

• Joshua Rosenthal, founder of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition
• Walter Willett, MD, DrPH, chair of nutrition at Harvard University
• Andrew Weil, MD, director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine
• Gabrielle Bernstein, bestselling author and life coach
• Susan Blum, MD, MPH, assistant clinical professor at Mount Sinai School of Medicine
• Mark Hyman, MD, founder of The UltraWellness Center
• Geneen Roth, bestselling author and expert on emotional eating
• David Wolfe, raw food leader and nutrition expert
• Marion Nestle, PhD, MPH, professor at New York University’s Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health
• Mark Bittman, food writer for The New York Times and bestselling author
• Joel Fuhrman, MD, family physician and leading expert on nutritional healing
      

I am also a Licensed Physical Therapist.  I graduated from Bowling Green State University in consortium with the Medical College of Ohio with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy in December of 1991.  I had the opportunity to practice PT in a variety of settings:  hospitals, out-patient, nursing homes, rehabilitation, subacute rehabilitation, and home.  This allowed me to work with adults as well as youth with a variety of diagnoses such as surgical, neurological, cardiovascular, orthopedic, respiratory, wounds/burns, and acute & chronic illnesses/diseases.

My education has equipped me with substantial knowledge in the workings of the human body, holistic nutrition, health coaching, prevention & health optimization.  Drawing on my expertise, I work with my clients to make lifestyle & nutrition changes and other health-promoting decisions that create genuine & sustainable results.  You will grow in your knowledge of lifestyle & food choices that work best for you & your body.  In turn, you will improve your vitality, balance, contentment, and overall health & wellness.

Each session will leave you feeling inspired & empowered.  We will talk about things beyond diet & nutrition such as the four pillars of life—relationships, career, physical activity & spirituality—seeking to bring balance to your life.  I will personally & mindfully guide you to make small simple shifts that transform your life.