Throughout my life I could clearly see the missing pieces of reductionist approaches. We are complex creatures. Solely addressing our physical symptoms and ailments is not enough. Not nurturing and holding reverence for our emotions, minds, spirits and relationships, can leave us unbalanced and feeling as though there is something missing.

I have always felt called to holding space for others, and being able to bear witness to their unfolding and growth has always felt like a gift. Prior to beginning my formal education at Vital Ways Institute I was self-studied, always yearning to learn.

I wanted to strengthen my skills and deepen my knowledge and understanding of how to support their bodies, minds and spirits on their life journey. My love for plants and nature is what brought me to choosing this field of practice.

My training includes mind body medicine, nutritional counseling science and historical based herbalism in the following areas:

• European phytotherapy

• Traditional Chinese herbal medicine

• Ayurvedic herbalism

• Traditional Native American herbal medicine