
Get to know me
“What worked before doesn’t always work the same way—and that’s where most people get stuck.”
I grew up abroad, and my experience living in Latin America, learning different languages and cultures, shaped how I understand people and appreciate everyone’s uniqueness. I’ve always been drawn to roles centered around connection, from teaching to culinary arts, and later became a licensed marriage and family therapist for well over a decade. Alongside that, my lifelong passion for fitness, love of cooking, and background in psychology naturally led me to become a transformation coach.
In my early 30s, I experienced hormone imbalances and was on an early trajectory toward menopause. Working with professionals who specialized in women’s health helped turn that around. The combination of proper strength training, nutrition, and stress management was invaluable, and ultimately inspired me to guide others through similar experiences.
I’ve now been working in health and fitness for over 20 years, and at 49, I understand firsthand how much the body can change over time.
What used to work doesn’t always work the same way, and that can feel frustrating if you don’t understand why. Through both my work and my own experience, I’ve seen how important it is to adapt your approach as your body evolves.
My background is in psychology, which shapes how I approach coaching today. I’m not just looking at workouts or nutrition, I’m paying attention to patterns, habits, and how your body is actually responding day to day. Over the years, I’ve combined that foundation with training, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching to help clients build strength, improve energy, and create routines that are sustainable long-term.
I’m based in the Bay Area and work with clients both in-person and online. While I work with a range of clients, many of the women I support are navigating shifts in energy, metabolism, and hormones. I take that into account when building their plan so they can feel stronger, more supported, and more in sync with their body.
Credentials & Training
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Certified Health and Wellness Coach Health Coach Institute (HCI)
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M.A. in Counseling Psychology University of San Francisco (USF)
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Associate in Science Culinary Arts City College of San Francisco (CCSF)
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B.A. University of San Francisco (USF)
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NASM Certified PT & Correctional Exercise Specialist
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FRC Certified Functional Mobility Coach