My Journey
I suffered from chronic health issues throughout my youth, though I maintained a relatively healthy diet, laying a foundation of gratitude for my early upbringing. However, at 16, a shift occurred. Succumbing to peer pressure, I abandoned wholesome foods for processed and fast foods, in a quest to fit in with my peers. This transition triggered a cascade of health issues—weight gain, cystic acne, disrupted digestion, hormonal imbalances—manifesting over three tumultuous years.
At 19, as I embarked on furthering my education in massage therapy and nutrition, my health deteriorated drastically. Digestive shutdown led to a rapid decline in my well-being, culminating in a life-threatening hospitalization. The diagnosis: ulcerative colitis, a sobering revelation of the consequences of neglecting my body's needs. Disheartened by the conventional medical prognosis of lifelong medication dependency, I resolved to chart my own path to healing.
Rejecting the prescription for anti-inflammatory drugs, I embarked on a journey of holistic exploration, disentangling myself from the confines of toxic Western medicine. Through dedicated self-care and holistic therapies, I experienced a remarkable turnaround, liberating myself from the shackles of an incurable disease.
This transformative journey crystallized my mission—to empower others with the tools of regenerative healing, harnessing the body's innate wisdom to achieve profound restoration and vitality. Guiding individuals in reversing chronic illness and dis-ease, my approach revolves around regenerative detoxification and nourishment, facilitating healing on all levels—from cellular rejuvenation to soulful renewal.
• New Mexico School of Myo Art - 750 hr Licensure in Massage Therapy 1991 - Current - 34 years
• Grateful Body Healing Arts - Massage Therapy Private Practice - in Albuquerque, NM 1991- 2013
• Completed more than 25 years of continuing education from The New Mexico School of
Natural Therapeutics; Colon Hydrotherapy and Digestive Health Education, CranialSacral Therapy, Radionics/Hair Analysis, Ayurveda for Massage Therapists 1 and 2, Homeopathy Basics, Bach Flower Remedies, Essential Oils, and The Philosophy Of Natural Therapeutics
• Associate Degree in Liberal Arts at T-VI which is now CNM - 1997
• Continuing Education at UNM; Emergency Medicine, CPR, First Aid, AED, Anatomy & Physiology, Somatic Movement
• Certified Hatha Yoga - High Desert Yoga Teacher Training Instructor Program - 200 hour
• The Wholistic Kinesiology Institute - Certified Wholistic Kinesiologist - 2010
• Co-founder of The Healing Spiral, LLC - A holistic healing practice
• Wholistic Kinesiology Institute - Teaching Assistant in 2012, 2013, 2014 , 2015
• Awarded Certification as an Advanced Wholistic Kinesiologist - 2015
• Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner Certification from AADP - 2015
• Co-founded of Institute For Holistic Living - Holistic Practitioner Certification Program - 2015
• Institute For Holistic Nutrition, LLC - Nutrition & Healing Practice, Classes & Retreats - 2018 - Current
• Continuing Education For BodyWorkers - 2019 - Current - Trauma Release, Awaken Your
Intuition, CPR/ First Aid and Holistic Spa Therapies
• Food Is Medicine Holistic Practitioner Triple Certification Program - 2019 - Current
• Sovereign Holistic Practitioner Triple Certification Program 2023- Current
• Institute Of Regenerative Health - Triple Certification Program 2023 - Certified Regenerative Health Practitioner, Clinical Iridologist & Clinical Herbalist
• Regenerative Root Healing - Regenerative Healing & Iridology Private Practice
Overall, it was a very positive experience. I lost 8 pounds and some inches, and I have a more sleek-looking body with more energy than ever before. The inflammation in my legs and knees is gone. I could feel the nutrients working on my body and I felt supported by the supplements. I will continue as much as I can, as I feel great!!! I would do this again and I would definitely recommend it to others and already have. Thank you so much.