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Integrative Health Coach (IHC)
I have been a successful manager in Corporate America and a health and wellness mentor to my family and friends during my free time. I’m that person that everyone calls to ask for health, exercise, supplements, natural remedies, and any wellness-related advice. But the real obsession behind it is to make people smile—my passion is to help others and help them to live happier and healthier. When I was very young, I lost my loved ones to cancer and promised to change the world. I became obsessed with natural remedies and constantly researched and read about them in my free time. But I became a single mom of two beautiful girls, and life presented me ample opportunities with corporate America with a stable career and financial life. I also had my own company for a short time, but that’s another story I share in my testimonies.
The Wake-Up CallI was always super healthy. I loved hearing my doctors say, “you have the best results,” every time during my annual physical exam. I was an athlete, counting my macros and calories, eating a 90% organic plant-based diet, and doing everything by the book. But something happened...
It was 2018 when I had my first-ever trip in an ambulance to the emergency room. We thought I had a heart attack. After several studies, the doctors concluded I had a panic attack. They sent me to a cardiologist and an Internist, just in case, because I continued having panic attacks and my nerves were out of control, which happened overnight. The cardiologist wanted me to take beta blockers and aspirin when I was always healthy and an athlete. The internist wanted me to take Xanax and some anxiolytic medications; nothing made sense when I had never suffered from chronic anxiety before. I saw how my dad became addicted to Xanax, so there was no way I would take it. With my knowledge, I took control of my health, not only by doing what I knew in terms of nutrition and natural medicine but also responsibly, I found an Internist who is also certified as Integrative Practitioner. She ordered a complete blood screening, including genes and mitochondrial analysis. We found out that I was depleted from almost everything needed to survive. They call it Chronic Adrenal Fatigue. How come? Wasn’t I one of the healthiest humans in the world? Well, I lost my beautiful mama from breast cancer in January 2018. I didn’t realize I was drinking more than social after losing my mom. Her loss and how she died affected me, causing unimaginable traumas. To keep myself busy, I started my own business as a Personal Trainer doing private Bootcamps for apartment complexes in the DFW area and doing Spartan races, NPC Fitness Competitions, and Krav Maga. All of them required rigorous physical activity. No wonder I ended up depleted that year. So my treatment became beyond food and nutrients. I had to add a strict routine of peaceful activities, including rest, sleep, changing weights for yoga, meditation, hypnosis, a therapist, mindfulness, grounding, acupuncture, massages, and the, most important: praying and accepting Jesus as my savior. But the story doesn’t end here... The Real Epiphany: “You have breast cancer.”It was July 2020, in the middle of the Pandemic. I was home feeling like my body was fighting something. My significant other at that time, Will, suggested I take a COVID Test the next day. I called and made the appointment.
Long story short:
Again, I asked why? I was doing everything by the book for long years to avoid cancer. I was the one telling all my loved ones what to do to prevent cancer because I didn’t want to lose another one of them. Let me tell you this, I was, but I failed in my emotional health. I fail to protect my soul, my heart, and my mind. I was in an unhealthy relationship, an alienated mom, a pain, and a heavy cross I wished no one had to carry. I had a lot of stress from my new job and was unsatisfied with my career. This sparked my pursuit to become appropriately certified in health and wellness. I decided to join the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), where I studied more than 100 varieties of dietary theories and practical lifestyle coaching methods. Food is the Secondary Food. Our primary foods are precisely those I lacked: love, relationship, social life, career, spirituality, home environment, joy, creativity, finance, health, physical activity, home cooking, and education. 
I armed myself with the knowledge to help myself and help others by working with the root cause. Medications only cure symptoms, some of which can cause more adverse symptoms. I want to help you find the root cause of your ailments and BE HEALED FOREVER!
The first prescription should always be DIET and EXERCISE. Unfortunately, our physicians need to receive education on these subjects, and once in practice, it is difficult for them to find the time. And please do not get me wrong, I believe in medicine and deeply respect our physicians and doctors. They help, and they want to help. As an Integrative Health Coach, my main purpose is to help you follow their treatments and simultaneously find all the root causes and heal using my holistic approach. Integrative means that: the combination of the best of both worlds: conventional and alternative medicine. Integrative medicine uses a combination of therapies and lifestyle changes to treat and heal the whole person. After combining both approaches, my tumor disappeared after the first chemo. And today, I’M CANCER FREE! I’m currently pursuing my Certification in Hormone Health to continue helping my sisters suffering from induced Menopause after cancer treatment. I have already “cured” my Menopause, and I can say I have recovered my life and power. Now is your turn! As a coach, I put the power back in YOUR hands.Learn more about my training and my unique approach to health coaching.
Are you curious about how health coaching can help you? Let’s talk. Schedule an initial consultation with me today.
My Approach
I practice a holistic approach to health & wellness, which means that I look at how all areas of your life are connected. Does stress at your job or in your relationship(s) cause you to overeat? Does lack of sleep or low energy prevent you from exercising? As we work together, we will look at how all parts of your life affect your health as a whole.
I work with my clients to get in touch with their body’s needs because I understand that life happens and your needs will change. I want to equip you with the self-awareness to make the best decisions for yourself in any given circumstance. I believe each person is fully capable of making well-informed decisions as their own expert, not the latest magazine article or fad diet book. Let’s define what you value most from your well-being. We’ll use these visions to motivate specific goals that bring you closer to where you want to be. As your coach, I will not dictate a diet for you, but together we will explore why some foods make you feel better than others and how to strategically use that feedback. Together we’ll co-create your health goals within reasonable time frames and actionable objectives, so you know exactly what you’re working toward. Here are some concepts that we will explore during our work together:Integrative Nutrition Plate†
The Integrative Nutrition Plate emphasizes the importance of local and organic produce, whole grains, high-quality proteins, plant-based fats, and water. It shows you how a plate should appear at mealtime and emphasizes the importance of proportions and portion size. To complete the picture, the plate is surrounded by lifestyle factors that create optimal health: relationships, career, physical activity, and spirituality. I’ll introduce you to some of the healthiest foods on the planet and teach you how to find what’s healthiest for your unique body! Integrative Nutrition Plate† The Integrative Nutrition Plate emphasizes the importance of local and organic produce, whole grains, high-quality proteins, plant-based fats, and water. It shows you how a plate should appear at mealtime and emphasizes the importance of proportions and portion size. To complete the picture, the plate is surrounded by lifestyle factors that create optimal health: relationships, career, physical activity, and spirituality. I’ll introduce you to some of the healthiest foods on the planet and teach you how to find what’s healthiest for your unique body! 
Primary Food†
It’s easy to overlook all of the things that contribute to our sense of nourishment and fulfillment. It’s not just the food we eat that affects our health, but all of the other factors present in our daily lives. Healthy relationships, a fulfilling career, regular physical activity, and spiritual awareness are essential forms of nourishment. When these primary foods are balanced, what you eat becomes secondary. I will support you in achieving all of your goals, from eating the right foods for your body to living an inspired, fulfilling life. Bio-IINdividuality* The concept of Bio-IINndividuality is the idea that each of us has unique food and lifestyle needs. One person’s food is another person’s poison, and that’s why fad diets tend to fail in the long run. Working on the principle of bio-individuality, I’ll support you in making positive changes that are based on your unique needs, lifestyle, preferences, and ancestral background. Crowding Out†† Many nutrition experts give their clients a list of foods to avoid and foods to eat, which explains why so many people are turned off by nutrition. My approach is different – by eating and drinking foods that are good for you, you will naturally have less room and desire for unhealthy foods. Simply put, you will crowd out the unhealthy food in your diet. This takes a little practice to make happen, but I will support you along the way. Deconstructing Cravings†† Cravings play a critical role in understanding what your body needs and shouldn’t be ignored. When you learn how to deconstruct your cravings and understand what they’re really telling you, you will be able to reclaim a sense of balance and harmony. |
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