During my first year of college, I was dealing with severe acne, recurring PMS symptoms, and weight struggles that left me feeling self-conscious and drained my confidence.

I remember sitting in my doctor's office, hoping for answers, only to be prescribed birth control and Accutane as solutions. Considering my doctor's visit was only about fifteen minutes long, I left feeling like none of my concerns were truly heard or understood—and as I read through the list of potential side effects, I questioned whether simply managing my symptoms was the right choice for me. More than anything, I felt a sense of hopelessness—because what I really wanted was to understand why my body was struggling in the first place.

So I began my search for answers. I immersed myself in books on functional and integrative approaches to health, sought guidance from a naturopathic doctor, and decided to take a holistic path. It wasn't easy. For more than a year, I experimented with nearly every diet, eliminated certain foods, and tried countless supplements. And slowly, things began to change. My skin cleared, my PMS symptoms eased, and my gut felt stronger and healthier than ever. The transformation was life-changing—I felt more confident, energized, and balanced in my body. That was when I realized true health comes from understanding and nourishing every aspect of ourselves—nutrition, lifestyle, mindset, and overall well-being—not just managing symptoms.

This experience led me to change my career path from social work to becoming a Registered Dietitian. I earned my undergraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Texas State University and completed a 9-month dietetic internship with Be Well Solutions, gaining experience across a range of dietetic settings. Shortly after, I passed the CDR exam and became a licensed dietitian in Texas. To deepen my ability to guide clients toward lasting health, I pursued advanced training with the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy.

Today, with a blend of my own experience, evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies, and compassion, I help individuals uncover the why behind their health challenges—because I know what it feels like to be frustrated by symptoms and to search endlessly for answers. My goal as a functional and integrative dietitian is to help you understand your body, nourish it intentionally, and create sustainable changes that support your health for the long term.