Functional Nutritionist, founder of OC Functional Nutritionist, mom of two, former teacher — and someone who lived inside the same chronic symptoms many of my clients walk in with. My practice exists because I refused to accept that there were no real answers.
I hold advanced training in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine and completed a 12-week clinical immersion at an integrative functional medicine practice in Portland, Oregon. Combined with my own health journey, this experience has given me the knowledge, perspective, and clinical insight to help individuals navigate complex health challenges, uncover the root causes of persistent symptoms, and create a personalized path toward better health.
My approach is rooted in listening carefully, investigating thoroughly, and identifying the underlying factors driving your symptoms to create a personalized path toward better health.
For years I navigated headaches, brain fog, joint pain, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, and a fatigue I couldn't outrun. Traditional medicine treated the symptoms but couldn't tell me why they were there. I made a quiet promise to myself: leave no stone unturned.
I sought out integrative physicians, functional nutritionists, and progressive practitioners who were willing to look deeper. That's where I learned the power of food as medicine — and how the right nutrition, supplementation, and therapies could not only ease symptoms but restore real function.
While every case is unique, the gut plays a central role in overall health. As I began to understand the connection between gut health, stress, nutrient status, and the immune system, my own symptoms started to improve. That experience, combined with my clinical training, revealed a pattern I continue to see in many of the clients I work with today.
At OC Functional Nutritionist, I believe lasting health starts with understanding why symptoms are occurring in the first place. Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, I work to uncover the underlying factors contributing to your health concerns and develop a personalized plan tailored to your unique needs. Using nutrition, targeted supplementation, and practical lifestyle strategies, my goal is to help support your body's natural ability to heal so you can experience meaningful, lasting improvements in your health.
"Your body will tell you. My job is to help you listen."
A principle shaped by my own healing journey and the foundation of how I work with every client.
Most clients don't need another generic protocol. They need someone willing to look deeper, connect the dots, and understand what their symptoms may be revealing.
That's what working together looks like: thoughtful investigation, personalized guidance, and a plan that adapts as your body responds.
If you've been searching for someone willing to look deeper, you're in the right place. Start with a complimentary 15-minute Discovery Call.
