My Health Journey

In 2016, I ended up in the hospital due to debilitating pain in my abdomen. It turned out that I had a ruptured ovarian cyst. This incident was the beginning of several years filled with pain, bloating, fatigue, and unexpected trips to the ER. I was finally diagnosed with endometriosis and referred to a gynecologist for further testing. I was shocked to find out that I had a 15cm endometrioma, also known as a chocolate cyst. I was told that I needed surgery and would need to be on birth control pills afterward to control my symptoms.

Well, I didn’t like that option. I knew there had to be another way to help my body. As a student of naturopathic medicine, I strongly believed in the body’s ability to heal itself. I launched into a deep study of endometriosis and sought help from many different naturopathic doctors and interns in my network, for whom I am infinitely grateful. I changed my diet, started taking some key supplements, and went part-time in school to manage stress.

Flash forward to 2020: the results of my latest ultrasound showed that my 15cm endometrioma had shrunk drastically. The gynecologist was shocked and wrote down the names of the supplements I was taking. She also let me know that I would no longer need surgery or birth control pills. In that moment, I felt a sense of complete clarity and was reminded of why I ventured into the study of alternative medicine in the first place.

If you’re struggling with similar health challenges and feel frustrated by a lack of clear answers, you’re not alone. Many of the women I work with come to me after trying everything and still not feeling like themselves. My role is to help you uncover what may be driving your symptoms and provide personalized, evidence-informed guidance so you can support your body in a deeper, more intentional way. If you feel called to take this next step, you can request an appointment by clicking the Book Now button at the top of the page.