“Heather has changed the quality of my life. I suffered from interwoven physical and mental health issues and my symptoms were overlooked by mainstream medicine. Together, Heather and I kicked off a journey of discovery and recovery that helped me to treat conditions that had been plaguing me for two decades."
- Rachel Y
When I coach clients, I work with them to:
learn to trust themselves and their bodies
help them improve various medical conditions (high blood pressure, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, hormone imbalance, etc.)
get to the root of their distress
break negative thought cycles and restrictive eating patterns keeping them stuck
improve their mindset and reduce anxiety
improve their gut health and immunity (hint: your microbiome controls your immunity)
find abundance in food while on therapeutic diets
Would you rather be cooked for?
For busy clients who want to eat better but can’t find the time, I also do private cheffing! This service includes:
buying your groceries,
cooking meals for you (and your family) in your own home,
meal prepping,
cleaning and organizing your kitchen,
providing pantry upgrades, nutrition education, and kitchen hacks,
and, of course… cleaning up!
Why I coach and cook
Having suffered from digestive disorders for over 20 years, I know what it’s like to be put through the medical system wringer, to be passed from doctor to doctor, left with few answers and even fewer hopes.
I know how it feels to have symptoms dismissed and overlooked, not just by family and friends, but by medical professionals - the very people we turn to for support and advocacy.
I’ve been given shrugged shoulders, bullied into protocols I wasn’t comfortable with, and reprimanded for challenging doctor recommendations.
Navigating my health struggles on top of the confounding medical system caused severe anxiety and disordered eating. For years I was terrified of eating certain foods for fear of aggravating my symptoms. Amidst the anxiety and overwhelm, I lost touch with my intuition. I doubted my ability to know what’s best for me.
I GET IT!!!
It took a long time to sift through medical advice, popular opinion, and social judgment, and prioritize my unique needs.
As an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, I educate, guide, motivate, and support you to make behavioral changes that will improve your health. I provide an open, safe space to explore all aspects of your life and get yourself back into balance. I advocate for you to get the proper testing, diagnosis, treatment, and care from your medical team and help you learn to trust yourself to make the best decisions for you and your body.
NEW SERVICE!!
Private Chef
There’s a misconception that becoming healthier requires a complete overhaul of your diet and lifestyle… overnight. The reality is, trying to change even one aspect of your life can be challenging and time consuming.
You may have been told you need to eat better. You may have already started to! However, with your busy life, it can take time before you’re able to stick to it. Or maybe you’ve been recently diagnosed with a medical condition and advised to avoid certain foods but don’t know where to start.
As a private chef, I work with clients on an individual or ongoing basis. I order the groceries, cook and prep meals, store food safely for later, explain the cooking process, and provide nutritional guidance and cooking tips. And, don’t worry, I also do the dishes afterwards!
BONUS: My background in health & nutrition allows me to tailor meals to specific dietary preferences, restrictions, and/or medical conditions. For example:
gluten-free
dairy-free
allergy-friendly (no eggs, soy, nuts, etc.)
AIP (Autoimmune Paleo)
vegetarian and/or vegan
low sugar/carb diets for Candida, SIBO, etc.
low acid (for people with acid reflux and GERD)
hormone balancing/thyroid health
low-FODMAP, specific carbohydrate diet, GAPS, etc. to mitigate GI symptoms
Ketogenic
Blood sugar balancing
Meals for liver and adrenal support
Diets to improve anxiety and mental health
Meals for brain health and more energy
Meals for weight loss
Personalized to you
No matter what your health struggles or goals, I work with you in manageable and personalized ways that account for your unique body, preferences, schedule, and genetics. I provide an open, non-judgmental space to explore all areas of life, and address any blockages getting in the way of change.
Client Testimonial:
“Heather is such a beautiful soul. She immediately puts you at ease with her calm demeanor and incredible ability to hold space during a session. I always get so much out of my time with her. I’m often amazed at what I come up with during our sessions, and I find myself in such a place of inspiration after we meet. She has really helped me to transform and make progress on my goals. Heather is a gem and I so highly recommend that you connect with her and see for yourself!”
- Carol B
A holistic approach
I work within a functional medicine framework. This means viewing you as a holistic, natural being, where no two parts of you or your life are separate from one another. Together, we will explore the root causes of your ailment, rather than just treating the symptoms.
Client Testimonial:
"I used to have chronic cluster headaches, so I went to Heather for help. My headaches were often triggered by me not listening to my body, so I knew I needed someone like Heather who was attentive to my story. With her help, I was able to adjust my lifestyle in a way that was true to me and bring myself back into my body. I have been headache free for 4 years now and I believe it was Heather's coaching that helped get me here today."
- Roxanne M
How I coach
My coaching style is collaborative—we work together to find solutions and experiment with different approaches to alter your lifestyle habits. You’ll be steering and I’ll be guiding. If agreeable to you, I may work with your doctor to compliment any treatment plan and help implement their medical recommendations. This includes customizing diets, fine-tuning exercise routines, establishing medication and supplementation, experimenting with stress-reducing modalities, and keeping you accountable to your wellness goals.
I offer one-on-one, ongoing support for individuals or groups.
Client Testimonial:
“Heather doesn’t pretend to be perfect or have it all figured out, which is what I loved about working with her. For every gem she imparted on me, I knew it was coming from a place of having been there herself. She always reminded me that we are all works in progress, and not to get too attached to my pain, because we are continually growing and healing, even if it’s hard to see in that moment.”
- Ryan A
MORE TESTIMONIALS
“Right off the bat, Heather got me. I have PCOS and a history of eating disorders, so there was a lot going on. I had worked with therapists, nutritionists and specialists, so I already knew what to do, what to eat, but that’s not what I needed. I needed someone who could listen and help push me and keep me accountable.”
- Jen P
“I first came to see Heather because of my high cholesterol. I thought once I got that under control, that would be the end of my work. Heather helped me develop an eating and lifestyle shift that brought my cholesterol down to a normal range in just a few months.
But before I knew it, I was opening up about my frustrations at home and my dissatisfying job.
I began to see how many seemingly unrelated areas of my life were connected, and how they were all contributing to my overall health. I found it so easy to talk to her about my personal life. Coaching was better than therapy!”
- Peter S