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It's time to take back control of your health!

As a functional medicine nurse health coach, I help you discover what your unique body needs to function at its highest potential so that you can feel energized and comfortable in your body.

You want to feel better, 

but where do you even begin?

Because right now, you’re:

  • craving a good night’s rest
  • struggling to make it through the week
  • frustrated with your bloated, irritable gut
  • fed up with your lack of progress
  • wanting to eat better
  • waking up feeling exhausted
  • sick of the hormonal roller coaster ride
  • aware that something is “off” with your body

The good news? it DOESN’t have to be like this!

I'm here to support you as you regain control of your health.

Hi! I’m Melissa!

I know firsthand what health can do for your mind, body, and spirit.

I am a childhood cancer survivor. As a result of conventional treatments, I struggled with illness and side effects to the point that I was sick more often than healthy.

Diet and lifestyle changes have enabled me to reverse almost every health issue I had, including putting Hashimoto’s into remission and coming off all medications.

I am passionate about empowering other people so that they can achieve the same healing results!

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Hi! I’m Melissa!

I know firsthand what health can do for your mind, body, and spirit.

I am a childhood cancer survivor. As a result of conventional treatments, I struggled with illness and side effects to the point that I was sick more often than healthy.

Diet and lifestyle changes have enabled me to reverse almost every health issue I had, including putting Hashimoto’s into remission and coming off all medications.

I am passionate about empowering other people so that they can achieve the same healing results!

health coach holding oranges to her face in kitchen with fruit displayed in front; woman in workout clothes

For the first time in my life, I got REAL answers!

First of all, FIVE STAR experience, no questions asked! I have had unanswered health issues since I was a little girl. Growing up, we went to all the top pediatric clinics and no one could give me any answers as to what was truly going on with my gut. By early adulthood, I had been on what felt like millions of “band-aid medications” treating symptoms, but never the real root problem. After a scary stomach attack episode, I finally decided it was time to take a new approach & get to the bottom of the problem.

Towards the end of 2021, I took the leap to work with Melissa & WOW! After 1 session with her, she recommended I do a handful of tests. I had done many of these tests before, BUT for the first time in my almost 28 years of living & suffering with unexplained health issues, I got REAL answers! We discovered I had Hashimoto’s, food allergies & sensitivities, vitamin & mineral deficiencies, and leaky gut. I also learned that this could be the reason my husband & I have not been able to conceive yet.

We are now 6ish months into my healing journey with Melissa and since addressing issues like my vitamin & mineral deficiencies, inflammation, and food allergies, I have had all sorts of issues heal themselves. I no longer have crippling anxiety, random panic attacks, bruises showing up out of nowhere, brain fog, or extreme exhaustion. It’s amazing how our bodies compensate for being out whack! My family was so astounded with my results that they also started working with her. Once we get my health to a stable point, my husband will be working with her as well to see where his overall health is as well.

I continue to work with Melissa as she continues helping me heal my body as a whole & reach my personal health goals.  Fingers crossed that we can take the next step and focus on a fertility plan soon! We will forever be grateful for what Melissa has done & continues to do for us. She is truly an inspiration of what taking back your health can do for you. Her drive, passion, kindness, patience & GIANT realm of knowledge are just a few of my favorite things about her. I would HIGHLY recommend the investment. I promise, you WILL NOT regret it. Thank you, Melissa, from the bottom of our hearts!

– BRITTANY J.

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Western/Conventional medicine is great for trauma and emergency situations.

But it’s failing many people in the areas of disease prevention, informed consent, over-prescribing medicines, getting to the root cause of illness, managing chronic disease, and recommending appropriate diet and lifestyle changes.

This is where functional medicine comes in… and this is where I can help you!

holistic healthcare concept with stethoscope, natural ingredient supplements, and pills

Western/Conventional medicine is great for trauma and emergency situations.

But it’s failing many people in the areas of disease prevention, informed consent, over-prescribing medicines, getting to the root cause of illness, managing chronic disease, and recommending appropriate diet and lifestyle changes.

This is where functional medicine comes in… and this is where I can help you!

Have you experienced one of the following scenarios?

  • You go to your doctor with several nagging symptoms. Your doctor orders basic lab work and insists that “everything looks normal”. You’re given a prescription for medication to treat the symptoms.
  • Your labs were abnormal, but instead of digging deeper and working alongside you to figure out the root cause, your doctor simply prescribes medication.
  • You’ve been placed on medication for one issue, but end up with several additional issues as a result of the medication’s side effects. 

This type of medical model is BROKEN. Instead of feeling your best, you’re only getting through each day. 

You’re meant for so much more. My goal is to help you THRIVE and live the life that you deserve! 

Healing herbs and flowers over blue background
Healing herbs and flowers over blue background

Have you experienced one of the following scenarios?

  • You go to your doctor with several nagging symptoms. Your doctor orders basic lab work and insists that “everything looks normal”. You’re given a prescription for medication to treat the symptoms.
  • Your labs were abnormal, but instead of digging deeper and working alongside you to figure out the root cause, your doctor simply prescribes medication.
  • You’ve been placed on medication for one issue, but end up with several additional issues as a result of the medication’s side effects. 

This type of medical model is BROKEN. Instead of feeling your best, you’re only getting through each day. 

You’re meant for so much more. My goal is to help you THRIVE and live the life that you deserve! 

What is a nurse health coach?

Nurse health coaches listen deeply and spend a lot of time with you to understand your unique needs. We don’t give you ‘orders’ like a doctor would. Instead, we help you realize your inner wisdom, strengths, and the possibility to seek and act on your needs. This approach enhances your ability to care for yourself and accomplish your health goals.

Nurse health coaches are supportive mentors and wellness authorities that will work alongside you to help you feel your best through diet and lifestyle changes. Our clinical expertise includes an understanding of both the science of the human body—in both disease and healthy states—and the daily health challenges that many people are living with. We are fierce advocates for all things related to you and your health. We do not diagnose or offer treatments.

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What is functional medicine?

Functional medicine is a science-based, personalized approach to healthcare that  focuses on the prevention and   reversal of chronic illness through diet and lifestyle changes, targeted nutrition, and cutting-edge functional medicine lab testing.

Your treatment is personalized, based on your unique combination of  genetics, nutrition, environment, biochemistry, lifestyle, and mindset. I collaborate with you to customize a plan specific to your needs so that you can revitalize your energy, rejuvenate your health, and restore balance to your body.

Ready to kickstart your health journey?

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1:1 COACHING PACKAGES

Wherever you are on your health journey, there’s a coaching package for you! All packages include a 90-minute initial consult where we discuss your main health goals. You will also receive a health plan customized for you. Basic wellness lab work is included with all coaching packages (with the option to order additional specialized labs).

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OPTIMAL WELLNESS PACKAGE

If you want to learn how to prevent disease or if you’d like to maintain good health with personalized recommendations based on lab work or specialty tests, this option is perfect for you! 

If you decide to move forward with 1:1 coaching, the price of this package will be deducted from your total cost.

functional medicine nurse holding coffee cup

1:1 COACHING PACKAGES

Wherever you are on your health journey, there’s a coaching package for you! All packages include a 90-minute initial consult where we discuss your main health goals. You will also receive a health plan customized for you. Basic wellness lab work is included with all coaching packages (with the option to order additional specialized labs).

holistic health coach with blender and smoothie

OPTIMAL
WELLNESS PACKAGE

If you want to learn how to prevent disease or if you’d like to maintain good health with personalized recommendations based on lab work or specialty tests, this option is perfect for you! 

If you decide to move forward with 1:1 coaching, the price of this package will be deducted from your total cost.