I have been a dietitian since 2012 in a variety of areas. Completing my formal education at the Minneapolis Veteran's Affairs Hospital gave me a strong medical basis for nutrition and wellness. I shifted into eating disorder work where I became a firm believer in balanced nutrition and the "all foods fit approach" for sustainable, life long nutrition and wellness changes. I practiced this approach in the residential eating disorder setting as well as individual counseling in the outpatient setting  with both eating disorders and weight management clients. 

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Then life found me moving back to South Dakota where I served as the School Nutrition Director in my hometown of Pierre, SD.  I enjoyed working in the broader sense of nutrition providing healthy meals for the youth. During this time I found a love for workplace wellness. As the Wellness Coordinator, I created webinars, lunch and learns, and other incentivized challenges to get staff excited about positive health changes. 

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To broaden the field of nutrition even further, I took on a new position in public health working in areas of Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke and Nutrition and Physical Activity Programs knowing someday I would like to get back to working with clients one-on-one. 

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My passion for exercise has always been a staple in my nutrition counseling. Helping clients find something they enjoy is my goal. I co-own BURN Infrared Fitness where I coach a variety of classes like strength, circuit and yoga. 

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I am a wife to my husband Nick and a mom to my kids Calvin and Hazel. It's never been more important to lead by example. Often times, lifestyle changes affect the whole household. This is doable, manageable, and sustainable.

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I look forward to working with you!