Creating an Educational Space

From a Young Age…

At 13, in Earth Science class, I discovered the meaning of the Microcosm within the Macrocosm — what happens outside of us, happens within us; the idea that we are not separate from nature. I decided early on that my life would be dedicated to helping and being of service.

My mission and focus became clear: to live a life of integrity and alignment with the Earth and its inhabitants, as best as I could, with whatever knowledge I had — and to pay it forward. And so I did!

Take a peek into my early years… I grew up on sugary drinks and sodas, TV dinners, and eating frosting from the container like it was ice cream! I was frequently sick and on antibiotics for many years due to recurring ear infections, strep, and other illnesses. I was immersed, as most of us were, in the conventional food and medical system.

My Roots Kept Calling

Despite the Western culture immersion, my family led a more natural lifestyle. I was first-generation American, and we regularly used old-world medicine mixed in with the ‘new medicine’.

While studying at Teacher’s College, Columbia University, a professor from my natural health class suggested I go to school for Chinese Medicine. Months later, I began studying towards a Master’s Degree of Traditional Oriental Medicine at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in NYC & San Diego.

Bridging the Gap

I’ve spent 20+ years implementing holistic approaches — and assisting others to do the same — navigating not only the ‘branch’ of the dis-ease, but the ‘root’ as well.

Acupuncture, Herbal and Nutritional Therapy, Massage and Bodywork Therapy, and Medical Qi Gong. Also using Essential Oils, Visceral Manipulation, Healing Touch Therapy, and Tuning Forks.

I’m on a mission to guide others on their transformational journeys towards optimal health and wellness, using natural health-care solutions rooted in Chinese and natural medicine — helping others remember that the connection and alignment of body, mind, and spirit is absolutely necessary to creating and sustaining a healthy, vibrant, and vital life.