What drives me
My own health journey has seen its ups & downs. I understand how stress is a detriment to health. And the joy generated by an amazing pilates workout or wholesome home-cooked meal! I'm passionate about health & advocacy and know my purpose in life is to share this passion with others. You'll find in me a caring partner in health.
I'm a Type A who values the mental health benefits of a nutritious diet, exercise, quality sleep and mindfulness. And SLOWING DOWN :D! Over the years I've learned to juggle a demanding career, care for a child with special needs, and be a loving partner, mom & friend. I also know how to set a meaningful goal, create a strategic plan to accomplish the goal, and meet or beat that plan! I was turned towards Pilates and health coaching by a strong motivation to help others experience the joys of a life led healthy.
Qualifications
Masters of Public Health from UC Berkeley
Masters of Business Administration from UC Berkeley
BASI Pilates Instructor (Completed comprehensive teacher training, examinations and 500 practice hours in mat + all apparatus. Teach at my Orinda Home Studio and The Town Athletics)
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC)
Certified Health Coach (ACE-HC)
Certified Personal Trainer (ACE-CPT)
Certified Fitness Instructor (ACE-GFI)
Certified Behavior Change Specialist (ACE-BC)
Completion of Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) training with Drs. Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer
Completion of nutrition-based culinary program, including healthy cooking techniques
Grad & post-grad coursework in nutrition, food systems, and health behavior change
Lifelong athlete, including coaching mentorship and completion of over 10 marathons and half marathons
Extensive therapeutic area experience in oncology, GI / liver disease, autoimmune disorders, rare disease, genetic conditions, pediatric to elderly populations
20 year career in Healthcare (much of it spent goal setting & developing communications & resources for patients, caregivers, and physicians!)
Executive leadership roles at leading biotechs, with extensive strategic planning & mentoring experience
Board non-profit experience including rare disease advocacy & community health clinics
Work with me
I would be honored to be your coach, motivator and accountability partner. Book a Pilates Session or Complimentary Coaching Discovery Session with me!
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