About

In memory…

Me and my father, the man behind the journey. He lost his battle with type 2 diabetes and subsequent heart disease in 2017.

Not only did I inherit his MTFR gene mutation that increases likelihood of developing diabetes and heart disease, but I also inherited an incredible work ethic and an insatiable appetite for knowledge. Combine those attributes with the desire to transmute his early death into purpose, you end up with a health coach with a passion for diabetes prevention.

 
 

Hello,

So glad you are here. This is the right spot for you if you are looking to create a sweeter life that nourishes you beyond food, as well as one that prevents the development of type 2 diabetes. Here at Nourishing Practices, you will receive coaching that is inclusive, culturally humble and curious, and trauma care informed.

Nourishing Practices also understands the social determinants of health and their influence on your experience.

Educational background:

I have a unique approach to helping you reach your wellness goals.

 General-

Associates of General Science

Bachelors of Social Work (2023)

Master of Social Work (2025)

Yoga Teacher Training-

Yoga School of Covington (2006-2010)

Completed 200 hour level teacher training

Yoga for Eating Disorders

Nutrition & Coaching -

Nutritional Therapy Practitioner Certification (2013)

GAPS Practitioner Training (2019)

Health Coach Certification by American Council on Exercise (2020)

Prevent T2 Lifestyle Coach/Diabetes Prevention Program Coach (March 2021)

Massage Therapy-

· Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy(January 2005) Nashville Tennessee

· OrthoMassage Workshop with James Waslaski, (May 2005) AMTA State Convention, Lafayette, La

· Introduction To Thai Massage (March 2006) with Stephanie Shrum N.O, La

· Headaches: Types, Triggers & Treatments (April 2006) David Kent AMTA State Convention, Lafayette, La

· Creative Play in Thai Massage (March 2007) Stephanie Shrum, Baton Rouge, La

· Craniosacral Therapy Level 1 (August 2007) Upledger Institute, N.O. La

· Massage and Pathology / Ethics (May 2008) Ruth Werner, AMTA State Convention, Lafayette, La

· Problem Conditions 1 (Nov. 2008) Magnus Ekland, Baton Rouge, La

· Kinetic Deep Tissue- Lower Body (Sept. 2009) Magnus Ekland, Baton Rouge, La

· Visceral Manipulation: Abdomen 1 (Feb 2010), The Barral Institute, Gainesville, Florida

· Got Back? NMT Essentials for the Back (May 2010), AMTA State Convention, Lafayette, La

· CORE: "Chest, Neck and Head" & "Back Specifics" (May 2011), AMTA State Convention, Baton Rouge, La

· Advanced Massage Fusions (November 2011) Stephanie Shrum, New Orleans, La

· Certified Infant Massage Instructor Training CIMI (March 2012)

· Abdominal Massage (Feb 2014), Donna Caire, Abita Springs, La

· The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy "Level One- Self Care" (2014)

· Body Parts: Visceral Anatomy of Bladder & Kidney (Aug. 2015)

· Facial Massage Home Study Course (March 2017)

· Body Listening in 3D: Envisioning What and How We Touch, Donna Caire (2018)

· Graston Technique (Oct. 2019)

. Prenatal Massage (2020)

. Chakra Balancing (2022)

. Lymphatic Drainage (2022)

Other Credentials-

First Degree Reiki, (Nov. 2006) Donna Laurents

Second Degree Reiki (Feb 2008) Robin Cunningham

Energetic Trauma Technique (2018) Sue Heldebrand

Chakra Balancing (2022) Sue Heldebrand

Healing Touch Level 1& 2 (2023) Mary Frost