I am a Certified Life Coach, and I’m passionate about empowering people to create and sustain positive change and growth in their lives.  As a Life Coach, I help people to reach more authentic, fulfilling, and balanced lives.  I bring a deep sense of presence, compassion, curiosity, intuition, and understanding to my practice.

I also bring with me a wide spectrum of experience.  Prior to becoming a Life Coach, I worked extensively on public health issues both nationally and internationally.  For about eight years, I was a public health attorney focusing on consumer health protection.  Subsequently, I served for two years with Peace Corps in a community health empowerment program in southern Africa.  During this time, I worked directly with youth and adults to empower them through education and action to address their local health needs.  This was the beginning of a wonderful transition in my journey in life.

I moved to Portland, Oregon in 2004, and I have created strong roots here.  I feel a deep connection with this place, and it truly feels like home for me.  In addition to my Life Coaching practice, I also work as a social mentor and job mentor for young adults who have disabilities.  I also have completed professional mediation training, and am currently serving as a volunteer mediator with Resolutions Northwest, a local organization that mediates neighborhood conflicts.

I have an adventurous spirit and love to explore.  I consider myself a full-time student of life and am totally committed to my own ongoing personal growth and development.  In addition, I’ve traveled to over 40 countries in the world.  I love discovering new cultures and connecting with people in other countries.  Other activities I enjoy include being in the outdoors and nature, listening to a wide range of types of music, running, biking, creative painting, photography, and scuba diving.  I also have a deep caring and concern for our planet and the environment.