It all started when...

From as early as I can remember, my father was "the health nut" of the family. A daily jogger, an avid reader of health journals and alternative medicine books, and someone who always had a cabinet full of vitamins and supplements. He introduced us to bran and flax in our oatmeal, made sure we ate a grapefruit every morning, and constantly sought out new ways to optimize health. His passion for learning never stopped—despite being a speech therapist by profession, he pursued a PhD in Native American Spirituality, simply because he was deeply curious and wanted to understand more.

My mother, on the other hand, spent 40 years as a labor and delivery nurse, guiding families through one of the most transformative moments of their lives. She had a way of making people feel safe and cared for, and her patients never forgot her. When I was sick at home, she would whip up her famous “Betty’s Brew” or one of her other healing elixirs—and they always worked.

Looking back, it’s no surprise that I found my way into medicine. I was raised in an environment where both the scientific and the holistic were valued—where healing wasn’t just about treatments, but about deeply understanding the human body and mind.

But my journey into Eastern and Functional Medicine wasn’t just inspired by my upbringing—it was deeply personal.

The Moment That Changed Everything

During my first year of an intense four-year master’s program in Chinese Medicine, my sister was diagnosed with terminal cancer. I watched her endure one brutal treatment after another—treatments that, rather than healing her, destroyed her quality of life. The conventional medical model treated her cancer aggressively, but no one considered what those treatments were doing to the rest of her body. Her suffering was heartbreaking, and in the end, it wasn’t the cancer that took her life—it was the very treatments meant to save her.

That experience ignited something within me. I became determined to learn everything I could about a different approach to healing—one that didn’t just treat disease but supported the whole body, the whole person. I knew there had to be a better way, and I made it my mission to find it.

My Own Health Struggles—and the Path to Healing

In the midst of my studies, my own health began to unravel. The stress of school, work, and grief took a toll. My hormones went haywire, I was exhausted all the time, my sleep suffered, my digestion was a mess, I struggled with severe bloating and acne for the first time in my life, and I felt completely out of balance.

I spent the next decade uncovering how to heal myself. Acupuncture, herbal medicine, lifestyle shifts, and targeted nutrition helped me rebalance my hormones and restore my energy. I completed my master’s degree and was so fascinated by the profound impact of Chinese medicine that I decided to go even deeper.

I went back to earn my clinical doctorate in Chinese medicine, specializing in women’s health and reproductive medicine. My training took me beyond textbooks—I spent extended periods of time in China, working in integrative medicine hospitals, learning firsthand how Holistic and Western medicine could be combined for the best outcomes. I pursued board certification in reproductive medicine, immersing myself in cutting-edge fertility research.

But I wasn’t done yet.

Discovering Functional Medicine—A Missing Piece

Despite all my training, my bloating and acne persisted. That’s when I discovered functional medicine—a field that, much like Chinese medicine, focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of health issues rather than just suppressing symptoms.

I was hooked.

I dove headfirst into thousands of hours of advanced functional medicine training, earning a certification from Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, along with extensive coursework through the Institute for Functional Medicine, Apex Energetics, Functional Medicine University, and the work of Functional Medicine pioneer Datis Kharrazian.

And then, I finally found my answer: Celiac Disease.

After years of searching, testing revealed antibodies that confirmed my diagnosis. The moment I eliminated gluten, everything changed. Within two months, my digestion healed, my skin cleared, and I felt like myself again.

The Approach I Use Today

For over 23 years in practice, I’ve worked with women struggling with fertility, hormonal imbalances, and chronic underlying health issues affecting both that conventional medicine has failed to address. My approach is unique—I take a root-cause approach using the precision of functional medicine, combining advanced lab testing, targeted nutrition, and evidence-based strategies to restore balance and optimize health. My approach is highly individualized, addressing the unique biochemical and hormonal needs of each person to support fertility, hormone health, and overall well-being.

Using advanced lab testing, nutrition, herbal medicine, and lifestyle strategies, I help women restore balance, optimize their fertility, and regain control over their health. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions—I believe in empowering women with the knowledge and tools they need to heal.

If you’re looking for a deeper approach—one that gets to the root of your fertility struggles and hormonal imbalances—I’d love to support you. I invite you to schedule a free 45-minute fertility audit call with my team, where we’ll dive into your unique health journey and create a plan tailored to your needs.

I look forward to helping you step into your healthiest, most vibrant self.