I earned my Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). I completed the majority of my course and clinical work in Chicago, IL. During my time at PCOM, I completed multiple clinical rounds specific to women’s health and worked with the thoughtful and skilled professionals at Chicago Women’s Health Center. I trained at Pacific College’s San Diego campus to receive specialized training in the art of palliative care. I had the privilege of working along side the incredible caregivers and care managers at San Diego Hospice.
While completing my course and clinical work at Pacific College, I pursued advanced herbal studies with Dr. Arnaud Versluys and his staff at the Chicago branch of the Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine (CICEAM). The classical method offered me extensive training in the art of pulse and abdominal diagnostic techniques and informs every aspect of my clinical practice.
I have studied yogic philosophy under my Madison mentor 500 E-RYT, Aubree Saia, as well as with nationally known teachers Tias and Surya Little of Prajna Yoga in Santa Fe, NM.
In addition to the art and practice of Chinese medical theory and yogic philosophy, I have studied functional nutrition with Tom Malterre, MS, CN. Nutrition was my first love, my introduction to natural health and led to my investigation of other healing modalities.
My practice has become increasingly trauma-informed over the years. I am currently enrolled in a 3-year program through the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute to become a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). The institute was founded by the life’s work of Dr. Peter Levine. Peter’s approach is profoundly insightful, compassionate and effective. I very much look forward to continuing to weave the principles of Somatic Experiencing (SE) into my clinical practice.
I was born and raised in Wisconsin. My grandparents owned and operated a farm in Belmont, WI for many years. I had the great fortune of growing up being connected to and valuing the resources and rhythms of the Earth. I continue to notice how the quality of our physical and emotional experiences shifts with the changes of the season. Chinese medicine provides a therapeutic framework to understand, explain and support our bodies, minds and spirits throughout these transitions. To immerse myself in the ancient wisdoms and philosophies of Chinese medicine was a very natural progression in my own evolution and I value it deeply.
In my free time, I enjoy contemplative and restorative practices. I love spending time with my friends, my community and my precious fuzzy white cats, Pinky and Millie. I love to explore our Wisconsin state parks, the UW Arboretum and I try to spend as much time as I can in nature. I love to cook, I love to move, I love to rest. I very much enjoy traveling but always feel happy to come home to my kitties, my loved ones and my community in Madison, WI.