About Us

CREDENTIALS
American College of Sports Medicine—Certified Exercise Physiologist
Real Balance—Certified Health and Wellness Coach
National Wellness Institute—Certified Worksite Wellness Program Manager
Coalition for Better Health—Preventive Health Specialist

EDUCATION
Bachelor of science in exercise science, with minors in biology and health education from Huntington University

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS OR SPECIALIZATIONS

• Physical activity
• Healthy eating (specifically, plant based)
• Stress management

LENGTH OF TIME AT THE CENTER FOR HEALTHY LIVING?
I have worked for One to One Health as a health coach since December 2019. Prior to that, I have experience working as a personal trainer, group exercise instructor, wellness coordinator, and manager of an on-site wellness department. Overall, I have worked in the health and wellness field for over 20 years.

WHY DO YOU LIKE WORKING AT THE CENTER FOR HEALTHY LIVING?
It is great to work as a team to improve the health and well-being of Purdue employees. I enjoy building relationships, both with co-workers and patients. I am passionate about leading a healthy lifestyle and enjoy sharing that passion with others by partnering with them on their journey to better health and well-being.

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE
Lifestyle change does not happen overnight. And it is not all or nothing. It happens slowly, week by week, day by day, and even in minute-to-minute decisions we make. Every healthy choice adds up to a healthier person. My goal is to collaborate with patients to set realistic and achievable goals that contribute to lifelong healthy changes.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT SEEING PATIENTS?
In my spare time, I enjoy exercising, reading, crafting, and spending time with my husband and four children.

FUN FACT
My favorite movie is White Christmas, and I watch it all year-round!

EDUCATION
EMT-Basic/Advanced EMT for 15 years. Became an NHA CCMA in 2018.

LENGTH OF TIME AT THE CENTER FOR HEALTHY LIVING?
The year 2023–24 is my first.

WHY DO YOU LIKE WORKING AT THE CENTER FOR HEALTHY LIVING?
Standards of excellence, positive work environment/employee partnerships, continuously striving to educate and improve the lives of our patients, and fostering community relationships

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE
Always follow through on your promises.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT AT CHL?
Spending time with my partner and cats; music, art, and photography; road trips and adventures; and making breakfast on Sundays

FUN FACT
I am fluent in French.

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS OR SPECIALIZATIONS
Interventional Pain Management, Primary Care, Home Based Medical Care, Palliative Care, and MoCA certified (Montreal Cognitive Assessment)

LENGTH OF TIME AT THE CENTER FOR HEALTHY LIVING
I’m new to CHL as of August 28, 2023. My previous employment experiences include interventional pain management (2015–22) and home-based medical care, palliative, primary care (2022–23).

WHY DO YOU LIKE WORKING AT THE CENTER FOR HEALTHY LIVING?
I am excited to provide care to a diverse population, from young to old. I love to teach, but, most importantly, I love to listen to my patients and problem solve.

PHILOSOPHY OF CARE
I believe today’s healthcare, and tomorrow’s, needs to be patient-family focused. The best-made plans will fall short if we don’t take the time to listen and understand not just our patient’s health issues, but also their social, economical, and cultural needs as well.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO WHEN YOU’RE NOT SEEING PATIENTS?
I love spending time with my three adult children, my son-in-law, and new granddaughter! I also enjoy my two rescue dogs, Daisy and Blue; two rescue cats, Snickers and Goose; and my horse, Belle.  

FUN FACT
I am one of triplet girls.