GET TO KNOW ME
I am a functional medicine nurse health coach, wife, and mama who is passionate about helping others overcome their health struggles in order to thrive!
I know what it’s like to have an uphill battle with your health. At 10 years old, I was diagnosed with stage IV kidney cancer. Shortly after completing conventional cancer treatments, I was diagnosed with scoliosis and multiple health issues affecting my heart, blood sugar, and circulation. My immune system also took a hit and a result, I spent most of my childhood sick.
In 2011, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune thyroid disease. My symptoms were extensive, including constipation, sluggishness, brain fog, extreme fatigue, hair loss, irregular body temperature, dry skin and face rashes. I was barely able to function, and my symptoms only continued to get worse. I was left with more questions than answers.
After five years of multiple doctor visits and no real answers, I decided to take matters into my own hands. I began to extensively research all things health-related and started making gradual changes to my diet. I also switched to non-toxic personal care and cleaning products after learning about their harmful effects on our bodies.
For the first time in years, there was a significant improvement in my symptoms. I was even able to wean off my medication entirely even though my doctors had repeatedly stressed that I would be on it for the rest of my life.
I had more energy. I was happier. I was healthier. I was finally thriving after so many years of struggling.
I am a functional medicine nurse health coach, wife, and mama who is passionate about helping others overcome their health struggles in order to thrive!
I know what it’s like to have an uphill battle with your health. At 10 years old, I was diagnosed with stage IV kidney cancer. Shortly after completing conventional cancer treatments, I was diagnosed with scoliosis and multiple health issues affecting my heart, blood sugar, and circulation. My immune system also took a hit and a result, I spent most of my childhood sick.
In 2011, I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune thyroid disease. My symptoms were extensive, including constipation, sluggishness, brain fog, extreme fatigue, hair loss, irregular body temperature, dry skin and face rashes. I was barely able to function, and my symptoms only continued to get worse. I was left with more questions than answers.
After five years of multiple doctor visits and no real answers, I decided to take matters into my own hands. I began to extensively research all things health-related and started making gradual changes to my diet. I also switched to toxin free personal care and cleaning products after learning about their harmful effects on our bodies.
After making these changes, within weeks, there was a significant improvement in my symptoms. I was even able to wean off my medication entirely even though my doctors had repeatedly stressed that I would be on it for the rest of my life.
I had more energy. I was happier. I was healthier. I was finally thriving after so many years of struggling.
Six months after making these changes, we got pregnant with our first baby after struggling with infertility for four years.
All these positive changes were undeniable—as was the growing feeling that I needed to use my knowledge, determination, and compassion to support others outside of the conventional medical model.
And that’s exactly why I started Natural Minded Mama! My own healing journey showed me the kind of radical transformation that can be achieved with a personalized, holistic approach.
Making a difference in others’ lives lights my soul on fire. I am so passionate about using my negative life experiences to help other people. As your health coach, I will compassionately listen to your needs and be willing to do whatever it takes to help you reach your wellness goals.
No more band-aids. No more medications that don’t address the root cause of your symptoms. Let’s dig deeper and fix your underlying health issues once and for all. It’s time to take back control of your health!
Six months after making these changes, we got pregnant with our first baby after struggling with infertility for four years.
All these positive changes were undeniable—as was the growing feeling that I needed to use my knowledge, determination, and compassion to support others outside of the conventional medical model.
And that’s exactly why I started Natural Minded Mama! My own healing journey showed me the kind of radical transformation that can be achieved with a personalized, holistic approach.
Making a difference in others’ lives lights my soul on fire. I am so passionate about using my negative life experiences to help other people. As your health coach, I will compassionately listen to your needs and be willing to do whatever it takes to help you reach your wellness goals.
No more band-aids. No more medications that don’t address the root cause of your symptoms. Let’s dig deeper and fix your underlying health issues once and for all. It’s time to take back control of your health!
Six months after making these changes, we got pregnant with our first baby after struggling with infertility for four years.
All these positive changes were undeniable—as was the growing feeling that I needed to use my knowledge, determination, and compassion to support others outside of the conventional medical model.
And that’s exactly why I started Natural Minded Mama! My own healing journey showed me the kind of radical transformation that can be achieved with a personalized, holistic approach.
Making a difference in others’ lives lights my soul on fire. I am so passionate about using my negative life experiences to help other people. As your health coach, I will compassionately listen to your needs and be willing to do whatever it takes to help you reach your wellness goals.
No more band-aids. No more medications that don’t address the root cause of your symptoms. Let’s dig deeper and fix your underlying health issues once and for all. It’s time to take back control of your health!
Let's get personal
- I believe that a relationship with Jesus changes everything.
- I’m from a small town in Virginia and a country girl at heart.
- Basketball was my life from the time I was a small girl all the way through college. I played point guard.
- I married my high school sweetheart.
- Our daughter and son are both miracle babies. They are our pride and joy.
- I love to travel. My top three bucket list spots are Bora Bora, New Zealand and Australia.
- I came to Florida for college and never left. We currently reside in South Florida.
- I was an oncology nurse for most of my career.
- I am obsessed with dolphins and anything Tiffany Blue.
- Being outside makes me so happy! I love to go for long walks, hike, fish, camp, boat, and lay on the beach.
- I owned a photography business for five years. I still love taking pictures and regularly use my kids as my subjects.
- Despite my love for traveling, I’m a homebody. On a typical day, you’ll find me in yoga pants with my hair thrown up.
- I graduated from The Institute of Functional Medicine Coaching Academy in August 2021.