About Me
I hold an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, a Master of Public Health from New York University, and a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from the State University of New York at Cortland.
My Journey to Wellness
Growing up in an Italian-American household, meals were full of laughter, conversation, arguing (just a little!), and connection. Holidays were loud, joyful, full of pasta, and many people squeezed around the table.
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At 13, I became a vegetarian. Over time, and with the support of my parents—my mom found ways to make a vegetarian meal for me each night (her fake meatballs, known as featballs, are legendary)—I began learning what it meant to nourish myself in a way that reflected my values and supported my overall wellbeing.
​During Peace Corps in Thailand, I fell in love with cooking, local markets, and experimenting with herbs and spices. Sharing meals with friends transformed an unfamiliar place into one of warmth and connection. I gained a deeper understanding of the healing power of plants and the importance of holistic wellness.
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Despite this, I found myself stuck in high-stress jobs, relying on unhealthy habits to cope, and feeling disconnected from my body and my core self. I felt unbalanced and could no longer trust my intuition.​​
That began to change when I rediscovered the joy of mindful cooking and embraced a more intentional lifestyle. What started as personal healing has become my passion for guiding others to reconnect with themselves through food, wellness, and balance. ​Now, my weekends are filled with recipe books, cooking, and hiking with Moose, the best friend a girl could ever have! I enjoy comparing nutrition facts and ingredients at the grocery store and chatting up farmers at the market.
Cooking and eating mindfully have become a way of life and sharing that with others is one of my greatest joys. I believe food is nourishment, connection, and a way to care for ourselves and the planet.
