My first real exposure to the complexities of the mental health system came through my brother, who silently battled anxiety and depression for 14 years. To the world he was strong and disciplined, but behind closed doors he struggled within a system that too often focused on symptom suppression rather than uncovering the deeper emotional concerns and potential nutritional imbalances affecting his well-being.

Losing him was devastating, but it became a turning point that reshaped my understanding of health. Just eight months later, my family faced another profound health challenge with one of my children. It became clear to me that healing is never just about treating symptoms; it requires a deeper understanding of how trauma, stress, and unresolved emotions manifest in the body.

At the time, I was a mother to three young children, balancing the demands of family life with my career in nursing. Witnessing these experiences firsthand pushed me to question everything I had been taught about health and healing.

I was already on a path of deepening my knowledge by studying a Diploma of Nutritional Medicine, developing an even greater understanding of the medicinal aspects of food and the power of gut health and the mind-body connection. It reinforced my belief that there had to be a different way to healing. One that truly considered the whole person.

This marked a profound transition into a more integrative, compassionate, and holistic approach to health.

Over time, my work expanded beyond the physical body. As I studied energy medicine, reiki and ancient shamanic traditions, I came to understand that true healing happens on multiple levels: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. In 2021, I completed my Health Coaching Certification with the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN), further refining my ability to guide others through profound transformation.