Reconnect With Your Body's Wisdom
Personalized Functional Medicine, bodywork & education designed to help you uncover the root cause and restore lasting health
Learn about Higher Healing
Our Philosophy
At Higher Healing, I believe our health touches everything—our energy, relationships, work, sense of purpose, and how fully we are able to show up for our lives.
Through my own health journey and career, I’ve come to see the body as incredibly intelligent, constantly communicating, adapting, and working toward balance.
Symptoms such as fatigue, digestive changes, anxiety, pain, inflammation, or hormonal shifts are not always the root problem; often, they are clues asking us to look deeper.
My role is not to “heal” someone else. I see myself as a guide, educator, and translator—helping you understand the language of your body, recognize patterns, connect the dots, and create an approach that reflects your unique story.
Higher Healing bridges two worlds: the precision of modern functional medicine and the wisdom of foundational and traditional healing. Functional medicine gives us access to advanced testing and emerging tools that allow us to look beyond standard labs, connect the dots, and investigate the deeper drivers behind chronic symptoms—especially when someone has been told their labs are “normal” or that how they feel is simply part of aging.
But finding the root cause is only part of the work. At Higher Healing, we also focus on creating the conditions that allow the body to function well long-term: nourishing food, movement, sunlight, quality sleep, meaningful connection, time in nature, nervous system regulation, and space for rest and recovery.
We use modern tools to understand what may be disrupting health, while strengthening the foundations that help sustain it. Because while modern medicine has given us extraordinary tools, traditional healing systems remind us of something equally important: we are not separate from nature, we are nature.
Higher Healing exists to bring these worlds together—to use modern tools to better understand what is happening within the body, while honoring the timeless wisdom that health is interconnected and deeply influenced by how we live.
Modern tools. Timeless wisdom. A deeper understanding of your body.
Expertise
My path into healthcare has been shaped by both professional experience and my own personal health journey.
I began my career as a Certified Nursing Assistant before becoming a Registered Nurse, then Acute Care Nurse Practitioner., now Functional Medicine Practitioner.
Working in conventional medicine, particularly in cardiac and acute care settings, gave me the privilege of caring for patients through some of the most critical moments of their lives. It taught me to think critically, value evidence-based medicine, and recognize when conventional and lifesaving interventions are essential.
At the same time, my own health challenges led me to ask bigger questions—not only what disease looks like, but why it develops in the first place and what influences our ability to heal. That curiosity ultimately led me to Functional Medicine and to founding Higher Healing.
Today, my approach is informed by years of clinical experience, thousands of patient interactions, ongoing mentorship, and a commitment to lifelong learning. While my clinical foundation is rooted in both conventional and Functional Medicine, I continue to study across disciplines, including Traditional Chinese Medicine, nervous system regulation, nutrition, environmental medicine, biophysics, and manual therapies. I have also completed training in auricular acupuncture and continue my education in bodywork approaches including Polarity Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy.
I believe healthcare is a team effort and that no single discipline has all the answers. I value collaboration with physicians and practitioners across specialties, bringing different perspectives together to help connect the dots and see the body as an interconnected whole.
More than any certification or title, I believe one of my greatest strengths is curiosity. Every patient, mentor, course, book, and conversation continues to shape how I think and deepen my understanding of the incredible complexity of the human body.
I am a student of life, always learning and absorbing everything I can to help anyone I can.
Services
Ways We Can Work Together
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to health, and there is no one-size-fits-all way to work together. Whether you're looking for comprehensive medical care, a focused consultation, hands-on bodywork, or education for your organization, my goal is always the same: to help make health more understandable and empower you with practical tools that support long-term well-being.
Functional Medicine Patient Care
For those seeking a comprehensive, root-cause approach, I offer personalized Functional Medicine care. This begins with an in-depth evaluation of your health history, current concerns, lifestyle, goals, and the patterns that may be contributing to your symptoms.
Depending on your needs, I may recommend & order advanced functional testing—including blood work, hormone testing, stool and gut testing, food sensitivity testing, and other specialty assessments—to help build a personalized plan. Recommendations may include nutrition, lifestyle modifications, targeted supplementation, nervous system regulation, movement, stress management, and other evidence-informed strategies designed to support your body's natural ability to heal.
Focused Health Consultations
Not everyone needs or wants comprehensive medical care. Sometimes you simply want to better understand a diagnosis, review laboratory results, discuss a specific health concern, or gain clarity on the next steps.
These consultations are educational in nature and provide an opportunity to ask questions, review testing, explore different perspectives, and leave with a clearer understanding of your health.
Bodywork & Nervous System Support
I also offer hands-on sessions designed to support nervous system regulation, relaxation, and overall well-being.
Depending on your goals, sessions may incorporate techniques and approaches informed by Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy, Polarity Therapy, auricular (ear) acupuncture, and other gentle manual therapies. These sessions are intended to complement—not replace—your medical care and are individualized based on your needs and comfort level.
Coaching & Consulting
I work with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals who are looking for education, guidance, and collaborative problem-solving.
Whether you're hoping to optimize your health, navigate a complex case, better understand functional testing, or simply have a knowledgeable sounding board, these sessions provide personalized education and practical next steps tailored to your goals.
Speaking, Workshops & Education
Education is one of my greatest passions.
I provide presentations, workshops, and educational programs for businesses, healthcare organizations, schools, universities, and community groups. Previous speaking engagements have included organizations such as National Grid, Salve Regina University, and the University of Rhode Island.
Topics may include:
- Nervous system regulation
- Stress, burnout, and resilience
- Menopause and women's health
- Cardiovascular health and cholesterol
- Functional Medicine principles
- Gut health and inflammation
- The mind-body connection
- Subconscious programming and behavior change
- Lifestyle medicine and disease prevention
- Personalized wellness workshops for organizations
If you're looking for a topic not listed here, I'm always happy to create a presentation tailored to your audience.
Professional Collaboration
I also enjoy collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals. Whether you're interested in discussing complex cases, learning how I interpret functional testing, exploring an integrative approach to patient care, or inviting me to educate your team, I welcome opportunities to learn alongside other clinicians and contribute to interdisciplinary care.
No matter how we work together, my goal is to meet you where you are—with curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to helping you better understand your body. I believe that education creates confidence, and confident people make empowered decisions about their health.
My Story
My Story
There’s an old saying:
"First the healer suffers, then they create the medicine."
That has been true in my own life.
On paper, I was doing everything right. I became a nurse, eventually a Nurse Practitioner, and spent years caring for patients in hospitals and critical care. I loved medicine, but I also began experiencing something I couldn't explain.
I looked healthy on the outside, but I didn't feel well in my own body.
Despite eating well and doing everything I had been taught, I struggled with chronic fatigue and never quite felt like myself. My lab work was considered "normal," and I was told I was healthy. Yet I knew deep down something wasn't right.
That search for answers led me to Functional Medicine.
For the first time, I began looking beneath the surface. Advanced testing uncovered chronic viral reactivation, gut dysfunction, nutrient deficiencies, environmental toxin exposure, and a nervous system that had been living in survival mode for years. More importantly, it showed me that my symptoms weren't random—they were connected.
Not long after, a neck injury while working as a nurse became another turning point. I was presented with treatments that focused on managing the pain, but I found myself asking a much bigger question:
Why did my body get here in the first place?
That question changed everything.
I immersed myself in nutrition, Functional Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, nervous system regulation, yoga, breath-work, acupuncture, bodywork, Polarity Therapy, Cranio-sacral Therapy, and the incredible ways our bodies communicate through symptoms.
As I healed, I realized something profound:
Healing isn't something someone else gives us.
It is something our bodies are designed to do when we remove obstacles, restore balance, and create the right environment.
That understanding completely transformed not only my own health but also how I care for patients.
Many of the recommendations I make today are things I've walked through myself. I've done the elimination diets, experimented with nutrition, countless supplements, explored advanced testing, practiced the breath-work, learned the bodywork, and experienced the trial and error that healing often requires. That doesn't mean my journey is the same as yours—but it allows me to meet my patients with empathy, perspective, and a deep appreciation for how challenging and rewarding the healing process can be. Looking back, I truly believe my own journey was divinely orchestrated, not only for my healing, but so I could better understand, support, and advocate for the people I now have the privilege of caring for.
Throughout my career, I've stood at both ends of medicine.
I've worked in intensive care, performed CPR, watched families say goodbye, and cared for people during some of the hardest moments of their lives.
Today, I have the privilege of working further upstream—helping people understand their bodies before disease progresses, before burnout becomes their normal, and before they lose hope that they can feel well again.
Higher Healing is the culmination of everything I've learned.
It combines the science of conventional medicine with the curiosity of Functional Medicine, the wisdom of ancient healing traditions, and a deep respect for the body's innate ability to heal.
Whether we're reviewing advanced lab work, regulating the nervous system, using bodywork to release stored tension, or creating sustainable lifestyle changes, my goal is always the same:
To help you reconnect with your body, understand what it's been trying to tell you, and create a path toward lasting health.
I don't believe healing is about chasing perfection.
I believe it's about coming home to yourself.
And when we help one person heal, that healing extends beyond the individual. It ripples into families, communities, and future generations.
I'm grateful you're here, and I'd be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
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An Investment in Your Health
Higher Healing is a private-pay practice and does not participate with health insurance.
Functional medicine looks beyond simply managing symptoms. Our work together is designed to explore the many factors that may be influencing your health—including nutrition, lifestyle, stress, sleep, environment, gut health, hormones, metabolic health, and nervous system regulation—while building a plan that supports both current concerns and long-term health.
Traditional insurance-based healthcare is generally structured around specific covered services, diagnoses, and relatively brief appointments. My functional medicine model allows us to work differently.
Initial functional medicine visits are typically up to two hours, with follow-up visits generally one hour. I also dedicate significant time outside of your appointment to reviewing your history, labs and testing, researching your individual case, developing your care plan, and providing education and resources.
For that reason, functional medicine at Higher Healing is offered on a private-pay basis.
I encourage patients to think of this work as an investment—not simply in an appointment, but in developing a deeper understanding of their health. Many of the factors that influence chronic symptoms and long-term wellness involve our daily lives: how we nourish ourselves, move, sleep, manage stress, interact with our environment, and care for our nervous system.
This work requires participation. If you are looking solely for a quick fix or another pill, Higher Healing may not be the right fit. If you are looking for a collaborative approach and are ready to explore the patterns and foundations influencing your health, I would be honored to work alongside you.
Not Sure Where to Start?
You don't have to commit to functional medicine care to work with Higher Healing.
I also offer general health consultations, nervous system support, bodywork, and other integrative services, each with different levels of commitment and price points.
A complimentary 15-minute Discovery Call is available to discuss what you're looking for, answer questions about my approach, review pricing, and determine which service may be the best fit for your needs.
Contact Us
Better yet, see us in person!
I would love to connect if you are interested in any of my services feel free to contact here .
Higher Healing
650 Ten Rod Road, Suite C213 North Kingstown, RI, USA
