One career path was not enough; my first career was in the field of Dentistry. I hold many achievements and certificates of accomplishments. Longing to further my education, I became a Licensed Esthetician to enhance my sales skills in Esthetics. Again, itching for more I enrolled in a program to become a Life Coach. This change led me to look at my life, filled with dysfunction, toxic relationships and roads leading nowhere, but it also highlighted my strengths and passion to work with others.
I’m a recovering Bulimic. My journey with bulimia began as young woman to well into my 30’s. Purging seemed normal but as time went on it would get worse, then I would stop only to return with a vengeance. I found my refuge in the 12-Step program Overeater’s Anonymous. I paid attention, I went to meetings, did the work, it was hard and painful at times. Most importantly, it allowed me to safely open doors I tried to permanently seal shut so I could heal. Today bulimia is not an option, I have been abstinent for 40 years.
In 2021 I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. I became my own advocate, learning about the diagnosis, treatment options and recovery. I survived the treatment which consisted of surgery, Chemotherapy and followed by radiation. When all was completed, I asked myself, “now what”. I was stuck, a feeling rare to my personality. Today, I’m a volunteer Breast Cancer Mentor and facilitate the support group: Jane’s Place (click here)
Throughout my life, I have been tested. I consider these tests life’s lessons which we learn from. My inner peace has been restored and as expected my values changed to align with what’s important and true today.
Professional Education and Certifications
Foundations Program Graduate (The Institute for Life Coach Training)
Mentor Coaching (The Institute for Life Coach Training)
Getting the Job You Want, Career Coach (Dress for Success)
Fundamental of Motivational Interviewing: Helping Clients Change (S Nevada Health Department)
Accelerate Your Coaching Impact (Accelerating Coach Excellence)
Stress to Your Best (The Institute for Life Coach Training)
Coaching Beyond Trauma (The Institute for Life Coach Training)