A Wake-Up Call From Your Doctor

Your doctor says you’re at risk: you need to lose weight, or you might face diabetes, high blood pressure, a heart attack, or stroke. You leave the office without a clear plan.

I’m here to change that.

As a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), I focus on helping women aged 35-55 improve their overall health by balancing hormones, increasing muscle, decreasing fat, and improving sleep. I’m here to guide you through sustainable health changes with compassion and “tough love” — not just telling you what you want to hear, but what you need to hear.

 

Empower Your Health with Realistic Solutions

In today’s fast-paced expensive world, taking charge of our health can seem unrealistic.  The media bombards us with complex fitness routines, fad diets, supplements and healthy food choices can be pricey. If you’re stuck in a health rut but want to change but not sure how, then you’re ready for a genuine health transformation.  It doesn’t have to complicated anyone can empower their health with a little help.

Tough Love Gut Health Philosophy – Means Getting Real.  As your Health Coach my job is to help uncover the root causes affecting your health.  Then together we’ll find small sustainable changes towards your long-term wellness.

 

Improved health begins from the inside out

Imagine each cell in your body as a tiny worker, busy with its own important job. For those cells to work at their best. they need the right fuel.  When we feed ourselves with wholesome, balanced foods, it’s like giving each cell exactly what it needs to keep us feeling Clear-Headed, Energetic, and Resilient. Prioritizing what we put into our bodies isn’t just about eating well; It’s the Foundation of Long-term Wellness. Over time, these small, mindful choices add up, reducing inflammation, building strength, and sending waves of Vitality throughout every part of our lives. True health really does start from within, and the transformation flows outward, impacting everything we do.

Real Life Expectations

Food matters. What you eat (put in your body) will have an impact on what comes out for energy, mood, thoughts, exercise. Food is expensive but would you rather pay now and have good health or pay later with diseases like hypertension, diabetes, arthritis. The process will examine how much you spend on food, then shift those dollars to healthier choices. 

Micro Change Habits

Realistic changes start one small step at a time.  A gradual shift towards a healthier life style is sustainable.  Trying to do too much too fast often results in poor outcomes.  Bit by bit we can do this together without guilt or shame.

Health From The Inside Out

Improved health begins from the inside out, with each cell in our body is relying on the right nutrients, in the right amount to function at their best. By nourishing ourselves with wholesome foods, we not only fuel our bodies but our mind. That results in mental clarity, increased energy levels, and resilience.

Healthy Living Resources

Knowledge is power!  Armed with good actionable information that truly helps is transformational.  Learn about how everything from Gut Bacteria to inflammation to  healthy shopping with the same budget.

I offer a holistic approach to health, focusing on functional medicine, root cause analysis, and using food as a key element in achieving lasting wellness.

What you can expect when working with me:

True transformation doesn’t happen overnight. Results typically start within 3 months, but for lasting change, expect at least a year. Mistakes and setbacks are part of the journey, and perseverance will lead to a healthier, more fulfilling life.

A Deep Dive Into Your Lifestyle

Together, we’ll examine every aspect of your lifestyle — eating, drinking, exercise, sleep, and mindset. These factors are fundamental to achieving optimal health.

Practical Tools for Lasting Change

You’ll learn how to incorporate simple weight resistance exercises and adapt your mindset to make consistent, positive changes.

Gut Health Services

Gut Health testing through certified labs. Tests would be on an as needed basis and would not always be necessary but could help in developing an individualized treatment plan. Serving  fromWarrens to Medford and from Black River Falls to Wisconsin Rapids and surrounding communities

Food and Nutrition as Medicine

Food is the foundation. I’ll teach you to evaluate foods, read labels, and prepare nourishing meals that suit your tastes while avoiding aversions.

Personalized and Flexible Care Options

Work with me through a subscription or on a pay-as-you-go basis. We’ll create a plan that suits your unique lifestyle — no insurance, just a tailored, private approach.

On-Site Evaluation

I come to you. Observing your daily environment allows us to identify and refine habits in real-time. Small changes add up to big results over time.

Tough Love Gut Health Mission

Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve their best health through a personalized, whole-body approach. We believe in the power of tough love and view food as medicine, helping clients make informed choices that nourish their bodies and support gut health. Recognizing that each person is unique, we create tailored wellness plans that address individual needs and goals.

With a commitment to education and empowerment, we take a comprehensive view of healthcare, focusing on the root causes of health issues rather than just treating symptoms. Through practical tools, on-site evaluations, and flexible care options, we guide clients in making consistent, positive lifestyle changes that lead to lasting wellness and resilience.