I’ve spent the last 13 years working across hospitals, critical care units, and specialized private practice, but my connection to nutrition started long before my career. Growing up, my mom brought her country upbringing to our backyard with a vegetable garden and meals built from scratch. That hands-on foundation gave me a deep, natural respect for food—one that eventually led me to become a Registered Dietitian.

My path took a deeply personal turn when I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder. Even with my medical background, I found myself navigating a steep learning curve, re-educating myself on how to use functional nutrition, targeted supplementation, and intentional movement to restore my own quality of life. Experiencing that frustration firsthand—and realizing how many people are left without real answers when their bodies feel out of balance—is what pushed me to open Functional TX. Today, I combine my clinical hospital background with advanced training in functional nutrition to help clients dig past quick fixes and uncover the root causes of their health struggles.

Outside the clinic, you’ll usually find me painting, coaching lacrosse, or spending as much time outdoors as possible—whether that’s hiking, unwinding by a campfire, or going for walks with my dogs.