For many years I lived with a secret struggle few people knew anything about, an eating disorder.  I was terrified of food and thought that eating a normal, healthy diet would cause me to gain weight.  I thought that being thin meant being happy and I went to great lengths to keep my weight down.
That all changed when I met a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition at a local conference.  We started talking and she mentioned she was a holistic health counselor, and proceeded to describe her work to me.  Long story short, I don't believe in chance encounters and I knew instantly I was meant to meet this wonderful person and work with her.  After completing the 6 month program, I had fallen in love, not only with food but myself and my body.  My life has not been the same since.  After many years I've maintained the balance I worked 6 months to create.  I have a deep and passionate love for food, specifically local and organic food.  I am passionate about supporting farmers, and feel that the best food for our bodies, minds and our environment is food that is grown close to home.  I also believe we have the responsibility to love and care for our bodies, even if we are to inhabit them only for a short time.  I hope to help my clients find the same balance and health that I found, by looking inward and finding what truly nourishes them. 
I am certified through SUNY Purchase College and The American Association of Drugless Practitioners.  I am also a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation, Slow Food USA and NOFA - NY.