My education and certification background:

  • Masters in psychology (MS), 2011

  • Certified Intrinsic Coach (CIC), 2014

  • Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP), 2017

  • National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), 2017

  • National Academy of Sports Medicine

    • Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), 2019

    • Weight Loss Specialization (WLS), 2019

    • Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC), 2022

Memberships:

  • American Psychological Association (APA)

  • National Wellness Institute (NWI)

  • National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC)

  • National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)

  • Institute of Coaching, McLean, affiliate of Harvard Medical School (IOC)

  • American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM)

 

 

Once I realized that I had the power to make a change, I took control of my future and never looked back. Now, while I realize I’m far from perfect, I have learned just how powerful our intrinsic motivation is, as I lost 110+ pounds and have maintained it for over 15 years. I no longer question myself on why I didn't do it sooner than I did, I now simply believe that when we have that ‘ah-ha’ moment, we have a choice to make: remain the same or explore our options to make a change (then DO IT!). Is there a choice you’ve just not committed to, but are ready to explore how to make it happen?

I possess a surplus of empathy for those experiencing ambivalence (I have been THERE!), and a passion to assist you in getting over that proverbial fence. Over the past decade I’ve continued my education, deepened my coaching expertise, and expanded my ability to help my clients focus on the present and look forward to their future!

Top left, a month after I had my daughter (the youngest). I was still in the 230’s (I topped out at 264 at my heaviest just about two years before this, when I was the peak of my pregnancy with my son). The bottom row is about 10 years ago, 5 years into my continued journey, and about 150 lbs. It was a year that I felt good about myself and remember it fondly- my confidence was high, and my mind and body were healthily connected. I’ve kept that feeling going for another decade, and I want to share my personal and professional experience to help you find yourself again too!