As I faced different challenges in my life I became committed to not just getting through life, but to real healing and growth. I  spent a lot of time working on myself (and still do) and have become deeply affected by the fact that real change is achievable. With the right dedication and support anything is possible.

The next step in my life has become a desire to help others become happier and healthier. I believe that to really heal has to happen on all levels; in our minds, our bodies, and our spirits. Change and growth happen with support and in action! That is why I decided to become a health counselor, to fulfill my passion of working with people to improve their health and life satisfaction.

In addition to holding a B.A. in Psychology, I received training at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, in partnership with Columbia University and am certified by the AADP, American Association of Drugless Practitioners. My training at Integrative Nutrition, is unique as it is the only nutrition school integrating all the different dietary theories—combining the knowledge of traditional philosophies with modern concepts like the USDA food pyramid, the glycemic index, the Zone and raw foods. 

For more information about my education, please go to www.integrativenutrition.com.

Testimonials

"Before working with you, I never paid attention to my body's signs and how they relate to emotions. I procrastinated a lot in many aspects of my life and struggled with my self-esteem. I am still working on still working on my self-esteem, but I feel I've made a few significant steps in the right direction. I enjoy the goals that are set up every session ... I like the fact that they are small goals and I can achieve them and feel good after I've completed them. Taken as a whole, all the small goals I've achieved is something I am very proud of. I feel as though I am more aware of the relationship of how I'm feeling physically and what I put into my body and what is going on in my life at the time. I never paid attention to this relationship, but now that I have, I feel I can take care of my body's needs better.”

                                                - Amanda, University Student