As for my personal journey, I began working at a women’s fitness center at the reception desk. I was experiencing my own weight gain, depression and disconnection from who I was and how I was living.  During this time, I became pregnant. When my daughter was 3 months old, I had an ‘aha’ moment and decided I was ready to change my life. 

I began working out and a chain reaction began.  My physical body changed, but most importantly, so did my mindset and my overall mood! Shortly after my success, I was encouraged by my co-workers to become a Certified Personal Trainer and then I went back to college at George Mason University to finish my degree. 

My daughter is now 20 years old and continues to inspire me to be a more authentic version of myself that is curious about life and all it has to offer! 

As I continue to evolve, I have invested in personal transformation through mindfulness, meditation and yoga practices. These practices have helped foster a deeper sense of purpose, joy and contentment. 

A Few Other Things About Me:
Exercise I Love-  yin yoga
Go To Music Genre-  alternative rock first
How I Relax-  breathing, walking, yoga
Animals I Love-  all cats, including wild
Favorite Food-  vegetables
Thing That Annoys My Daughter-  I make myself LOL
If I Wasn’t In This Field-  I’d be in mental health
Favorite Color-  hot pink or turquoise
Unique Fact- I love to be scared
Quote That Inspires Me-  sooooo many….’Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we will ever do.’ Brene Brown

Degrees/Certifications/Certificates:
BS Health, Fitness and Recreation Resources – Health Promotion Concentration
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Group Fitness Instructor
ACE Health Coach
ACE Orthopedic Exercise Specialist
ACE Weight Management Specialist
ACE Senior Fitness Specialist
The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist

Yamuna Body Rolling
Yamuna Body Rolling: Pelvic Floor

E-RYT 200 (yoga)
Making Pranayama Accessible: Overcoming Obstacles Through the Breath
Restoring Prana: Key Roles of the Diaphragm in Health
Vitality The Healing Power of Breath: Essential Techniques for Healthy Living

Pilates
TRX
Reiki Master
Well Being Foundations of Personal Transformation
Courage Academy
Somatic Energy Constellation
CPR/AED/First Aid

Previous Certifications:
RPM, Bodyflow, Bodyvive