My 15-year journey as a model took me around the world several times, but most relevant to my life today, it led me to a better understanding of my body's inner workings. 

It all began after leaving my home state of Kentucky for New York City--I quickly discovered that my college diet of Taco Bell and other shortcuts wasn't gonna cut it in the modeling world! Besides getting my body in tip-top shape with exercise and cleaner foods, the bonus was that my energy levels soared--gone were near black-outs during photo shoots that I later realized were mere sugar crashes. 

After years of trial and error with my own self-discovery, and voraciously reading every nutrition book I could get my hands on, I tied that knowledge together with an intensive nutrition program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City in 2004, with focus on both Eastern and Western philosophies. I was trained in more than 100 dietary theories and a variety of practical lifestyle coaching methods. My education continues on the daily as I stay on top of nutrition news, attend seminars, and especially as I learn directly from clients with each of their unique situations.

Along with helping clients gain balance through integrative health coaching, I am also passionate about supporting women through big life changes (such as chronic illness, divorce, loss, etc) towards a new place of embodiment. Most recently, my own grief work and Taoist health studies lend to my ability to hold space for change. As the saying goes, it takes a village… but in our current world, we must curate the village.

I also continue to freelance write for magazines, websites, and businesses.

I currently live with my three kids in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on the traditional lands of the Tewa people. I can most often be found outdoors (hiking or skiing or biking), or adventuring on a road-trip, or exploring a far-off country.

Certifications + Memberships:

AADP (American Association of Drugless Practitioners)

AHHA (American Holistic Health Association)

IAHC (International Association of Health Coaches)

Plant-Based Nutrition Certification (T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and eCornell) 

My Past Life: