Mary Founder and Director of Balanced Living, Certified Holistic Health Counselor, accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners received her education from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition www.integrativenutrition.com which included studies of all the different dietary theories, eastern and western nutrition, modern health issues, personal growth and development. Also has received Certificate in Integrative Nutrition from the Teachers College Columbia University and diploma from Professional Career Development Institute, school of Allied Health in the Professional Fitness program.

She works with individual and group clients, and additionally facilitates educational and corporate workshops. The focus of her work is on healthier nutrition, stress reduction, happiness and well being. She helps clients to understand how foods and lifestyle works best.

Born and raised in upstate NY she currently resides in Vermont with her husband and 2 children. Exercise, nutrition and spirituality are a big part of Mary’s personal life as well as her wonderful supporting family and friends. For recreation she enjoys being outdoors biking, hiking and skiing. Cooking sometimes challenging but rewarding and her family has reaped the benefits of her healthy food choices.

For the past 3 years has been involved in leading a First Place ministry at Grace Community in Washingtonville, NY. First Place is a Christ-centered health program for men and women of all ages. For more information on First Place please visit www.firstplace.org.

Testimonies:

Balanced Living Program is just that, it teaches you to focus on what’s important, and to live a healthy life. I have learned that there are so many more nutritious foods…that actually taste good! And foods that give energy and fuel in order to live our lives to the fullest. Mary has been a wonderful influence, with many great resources and experiences to share. She has helped me to see things in a new light and with a different perspective than ever before. Not sure if there are words for it, but she has taught me to look deeper and live lighter, rest well and take care of myself and those around me. I have learned so much. She is a good friend and fellow believer which makes it even more special, what a gift!

Thank you for letting me share

Cathy O.

New Windsor, NY

Working with Mary Anderson in the Balanced Living Program was extremely beneficial. Although my lifestyle was basically healthy, Mary offered simple suggestions for improving the quality of many of my food choices. She educated me on the benefit of drinking water, eating whole grains, beans, and organic vegetables. She even brought me to the store to show me where and how to buy these items. Mary also provided recipes to try that were both tasty and easy to prepare. Recognizing that I have a busy lifestyle, she geared the program to fit my needs. I have always struggled with a sweet tooth, and changing my eating habits overall, has curbed my cravings for sugar.

Although I learned a lot about healthy eating and cooking, working with Mary in the Balanced Living Program also encouraged me to explore healthy habits related to my emotional well being. Mary helped me to recognize causes of stress in my life and together we worked on ways to reduce the stress. These included such techniques as incorporating exercise in my weekly routine, goal setting, and developing time management skills.

I would recommend this program to anyone who has a sincere desire to bring more balance into their lives. Mary is knowledgeable and also a very good listener. She tuned into my needs and tailored the program to provide me with the maximum benefit for my situation. Mary has given me tools that will improve my health and my lifestyle for years to come.

Cathy Smith McCarty,

Insurance Agency Owner

Cornwall, New York

What clients have to say about working with me:

More energy, healthier food choices, more stamina and more informed consumer

Stabilized weight, increased energy, cooking more

Experimenting with different foods

Sleep better

Exercising more drinking more water and enjoying it!

I have more energy less stress and have cut down on sugar cravings

Cravings have decreased for unhealthy foods, lost weight and drinking more water.

What clients have to say about me as a Health Counselor:

Positive, peaceful and good suggestions to overcome obstacles

Very knowledgeable and informative

Informative, patient and encouraging