My Story
Experiencing a major health crisis 10 years ago changed my life in a profound way. I’ve reoriented my life toward presence, purpose, and joy and away from achievement, competition, and busy-ness. An important part of my journey to wellness has been in learning about neuroplastic change in the brain, and the critical importance of mindset and emotional healing in chronic health conditions. It has been exciting and motivating to experience the magic of my own brain’s ability to rewire itself to bring healing to my physical body.
My previous career was in higher education, working 15 years in student services and administration. I am an educator and life long learner at heart. I bring expertise as a holistic academic & career advisor, mid-level manager, and program director within both the traditional and remote university setting. I studied biology as an undergraduate, and am fascinated by systems of all kinds.
Originally a west coaster, I grew up in Sonoma County, California, and then lived in Oregon for 16 years. I'm currently in Madison, Wisconsin with my husband and two fun and lively golden retrievers. I love being outside, hiking, traveling, and exploring new places. I’m also a music lover, and play flute with several groups in the local community.
Education:
Trainings and Workshops:
Generational Alchemy, The Pulse of Purpose, the Breath of Abundance, Seeing with your Heart, 2026
Generational Alchemy, Returning to Flow in Life, Work & Relationships, Seeing with your Heart, 2025
Pain Reprocessing Therapy Certification, 2024
"Power of Embodied Transformation" course, Coaches Rising, 2023
Reiki Master Practitioner, Magnificent Living Institute, 2022
"Brain Retraining" course, The Gupta Program, 2021
Dynamic Neural Retraining System (DNRS) in-person workshop, 2018
"Energy Medicine – A Personal Journey to Health and Vitality" course, Donna Eden Energy Medicine, 2017
"Mindful Self Compassion" course, Live Well Yoga Studio, 2016
"Chinese Medicine Self-Care for your Nervous System" retreat, Brodie Welch L.Ac., 2014
"Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)" course, Live Well Yoga Studio, 2013