Meet Dana
My Passion Runs Deep
My own journey to finding a healthy lifestyle has given me insight into the many challenges that you may encounter on a daily basis. This enables me to bring a high level of empathy, respect, and understanding to your unique situation.
My brief history...
*Emotional Eater:
- For over 40 years. I have finally gotten this obstacle in check, which was no easy feat! It started when my pediatrician called me fat just before my 10th birthday! This one statement destroyed my self confidence, my self worth and left me thinking that being thin was the answer to happiness.
*Crohn's Disease:
-Diagnosed 1996: 4 surgeries and multiple medications (including biologics) for over a decade. I was even asked to go on a small bowel transplant list after my last surgery in 2008! At that point in time, I had made a decision to heal my body, and I did... The journey was tough, and the emotional eater in me kept getting in the way of my healing process, so I was fighting two battles instead of one. Now I'm pain free, symptom free and medication free for over a decade!
*Acute Myeloid Leukemia:
-Diagnosed in 2012: 5 rounds of chemo and a stem cell transplant.
-Complications: heart failure, renal failure and fungal pneumonia within 48 hours of my transplant. My immune system and my liver took a huge hit and it literally took years to build it back.
My holistic approach to wellness included: Maximizing: what was needed for my body to heal. Minimizing: toxins. Prioritizing: an environment for healing
My journey may sound simple, but it wasn't easy. I've learned, over the years, how to install solid mechanisms for lasting habit change is why I'm so passionate about helping you create new habits in your life! If I was able to do this, you most certainly can, too!
My enthusiasm runs deep to support you, because if I can create a healthy body, anyone can. Wellness is a journey and results will not happen overnight, but with small manageable steps, your life can turn around one day at a time! It starts with an awesome attitude and a strong belief that anything is possible! I know that with a positive mindset and the right guidance, anyone can change their situation and this is where I come in... My life experience is unique, my passion runs deep and my education is expansive! A winning combination to collaborate with you and help you get to the next level in your life!
If you're ready to learn how to create a NEW lifestyle for yourself, then what are you waiting for? Sign up for a consultation today!
Fun Facts About Me!
** I was a pizza girl for 12 years, yep, I threw that dough in the air!
** I am the youngest of 4 girls by 13, 16 and 18 years
** I was born on my mom's 45th birthday
** I'm a health information nerd
** I love to dance - I have daily dance parties
** I was a tomboy growing up
** I'm a cat lady
** I'm a podcast junkie
** I love dark chocolate
** I've been an ultrasound tech since 1996 - high risk OB