I am a walking poster child for self-healing. While battling cancer, going through menopause at 25 years old, later facing life in a wheelchair, as well as going through a divorce, I continued to receive answers from medical and psychological professionals that simply didn’t feel right.  After a lot of soul searching, I made a decision to be proactive in my health and listen to my intuition. I began asking for help by looking within and getting clear with the direction I wanted my life to take. So many amazing people showed up for me at that time and I began to form my healing team, many of them I still work with today. However, my healing didn’t happen overnight; getting back on my path was a process that required resetting every element of my life – nutrition, relationships and career. 

There are many reasons we veer off of our personal paths but it should never be viewed as a roadblock; it’s simply a detour to get back on the right path towards your life purpose. Learning to understand and listen to your inner self and working through this discovery process often requires external support, and this is how I work with neurodivergent individuals, parents of neurodivergent children and corporate leaders – providing the gift of facilitating and validating your own journey through coaching, nutritional counseling, professional development, motivational speaking and more. You have what it takes to live your best life – no one knows you better than you and I am here to help you remember that!

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While I was sick, I envisioned myself speaking and helping others, because that is who I am at my core – a helper and a healer.  Then, later in life, I was diagnosed as neurodivergent and overcame many challenges to understand and accept how my brain functions. These experiences have led me to a point where I am well positioned to help others recognize their unique strengths and forge their personal path.

As a certified Integrative Health & Wellness Coach, I am dedicated to providing expert, empathetic guidance while supporting individual, parents and corporate leaders toward mental and emotional well-being. My goal is to help you create a healthy, inspirational life with a focus on providing a neuro-affirming approach that allows you to better integrate into a neurotypical world.

My coaching approach draws from a range of roles I’ve held working with individuals and groups to foster supportive and inclusive environments that empower personal growth and success. As Director of Customer Success at Sequencing.com, I helped people understand and use the valuable information in their DNA so they can live healthier and longer lives. I also served as Chief Success Officer for NES Health, a leader in bioenergetics; as a School and Youth Program Manager for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society and a 5th grade Language Arts, Art and Social Studies teacher within the Hillsborough County School District.

My extensive speaking background includes the Health 2.0 Conference, an international healthcare event, as well as dozens of talks for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS) as the School and Youth Manager ranging from auditorium style talks to interactive presentations with students. Prior to working for LLS, I spoke on behalf of the organization as a survivor and was an “honored hero” for two different Team In Training events.  Both times, I spoke to motivate the teams in their various training regimes, one for the St. Anthony Triathlon and the other for the Nike Women's 1/2 Marathon which I also participated in.  In 2005, I was recognized as the LLS “Fundraiser of the Year” and was asked to speak on two occasions about receiving the award and what motivates me.

Additionally, I obtained a charter at Roosevelt Elementary School for the National Elementary Honor Society, a process that took a year of writing and petitioning to receive.  Once granted, I was in charge of the Society in the advisory role and spoke and organized all fundraising events.  I was professionally trained in collaboration to help facilitate sharing knowledge across curriculums in schools.

I received my BA in Communications with a Business Concentration from Auburn University. I have a certificate from Dale Carnegie's Leadership Training for Managers; hold a Florida Teaching Certificate in K-6 and English 6-12, and a Florida Real Estate Sales Associate license.

Volunteering is a passion of mine and I have previously served as a Board Member and Special Events Chair for High Risk Hope, an organization that provides support, encouragement, information and resources to women and families who are experiencing a high-risk pregnancy. I have also been involved with the Junior League of Tampa, where I participated in their volunteer training process, served as a writer for their publication and acted as Public Relations Chair. Through my teaching roles, I previously organized after-school cooking clubs for elementary students to teach them healthy eating alternatives as well as many other after school extra-curricular endeavors. When I am not directly involved on a board you can find me at any number of community events - especially if it involves sports!

My other interests include gardening, writing (I am currently drafting my first book - stay tuned for more!), traveling, pottery, dancing and all sports, especially Auburn football - War Eagle! I am always up for a fun adventure and have learned that saying “yes” to life provides me with a continued optimistic outlook.  I believe creative outlets are important for everyone in life and especially along your healing journey. People need outlets and I encourage every client to find one or more activities they’re passionate about and get involved. It is not important to be the best at it or even good, it’s only important that it makes your soul sing and your face smile. 

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