Most of us want to be healthy and are just not sure where to start or what to believe. Each one of us is so different and what works for me does not always work for you. It really is an individual journey. It is important to listen to our bodies and it is the top priority for me, as your integrative health counselor, to listen to you.
My father raised the most beautiful vegetables in his garden and the opportunity to eat fresh out of the garden was a delicious experience. My own experience with growing vegetables in my back yard garden provided the basis for home-made baby food for my three children. While teaching for over 20 years, I realized that children performed better in the classroom when allowed to drink water and eat healthy snacks.
My own struggles with depression and weight gain inspired me to investigate positive psychology and the connection between what I ate and how I felt. I chose to find a different path than taking medications to mask my problems. I continue to learn what my body knows is best for me.
Today there are many food choices available. What to eat can be a complicated decision. Does our body need food or nutrients? My passion is to enhance lives by providing information and supporting you in making better choices.
My qualifications include:
- Earned a MScED from Indiana University in Elementary Education
- Studied beyond the formal degree program in many different ways to support students, parents, and families outside the academic environment
- Graduated with honors from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition
- Certification from Columbia University Teachers College as a Certified Health Counselor
- Member of the board certified American Association of Drugless Practioners
- Member of the American Holistic Medical Association.
Testimonials
"After working with Norma, I not only make better choices in what I eat, but I am able to make better choices in life. I have learned how to relax and reduce my reaction to stress as well as gain confidence in speaking my truth in situations where I before had been intimidated by others. I truly believe that our working together has brightened my life and helped me to appreciate the moment in addition to loving myself."
---Valerie, NYC
“Last night I attended the Sugar Blues Class and I want to let you know that whoever picked this woman to do these classes did a fantastic job. She is refreshing in her approach, interesting and you can tell she is passionate in what she does. I learned so much from attending this class.”
--– Alice, Arizona
"Norma’s supportive nature and positive outlook helps to make the process of improving one’s health seem less daunting. She breaks a large goal down into more accessible steps and helps keep it from seeming overwhelming. I really appreciate her straight-forward, down-to-earth style that makes it easier for a client to speak truthfully about the issues that he or she is facing."
---Betsy, Arizona