I love to share my stories

After 40 years of experience, I consider speaking and sharing wisdom and knowledge on diverse topics with other professionals, community leaders, and the public to be one of the greatest uses of my time.

My teaching sessions are designed to help clinicians develop their knowledge of the mind-body connection and how it works, learning to see and treat each patient as a whole being. I am also available to speak to the public, sharing nutritional strategies they can implement themselves to improve their mood and overall well-being.

My teaching method combines clinical knowledge with wisdom gained in the field to not only share facts, but ideas for how to put those facts into practice. I love to share stories about my work, and believe my unique background is what sets me apart as a speaker and educator.

I am available for keynotes as well as weekend workshops for other professionals. I will also work with you to develop custom content based on your areas of interest or need.

Speaking topics:

Integrative Mental Health

Covering the role of integrative medicine for the treatment of PTSD, addictions, chronic pain and fatigue, as well as natural alternatives to pharmaceuticals.

Nutritional Therapies

A fun discussion of the art and science behind “good mood” foods, providing tools and tips for everyday living.

Treating Traumatic Stress

Trauma is an invisible issue in many communities, but is as contagious as any infectious disease. Both individuals and communities can benefit by looking at the roots of traumatic stress and exploring treatment options.

Addiction Recovery

All types of foods, substances, and behaviors can be addictive. In this talk, I explore how to control cravings by listening to what your brain is really telling you.

Multicultural Diversity, Competency and Cross Cultural Studies

Exploring concepts of how to excel while working with diverse peoples, and understanding the evidence and best methods for helping people achieve optimal mental and physical well being while using diversity as a tool.

Selected list of keynotes and trainings

• Harvard Medical School
• University of Washington
• Massachusetts General Hospital, Dept of Psychiatry
• National College of Naturopathic Medicine
• Fulbright Foundation, COMEXUS, Mexico City
• Lesley University
• American Counseling Association Conference
• Mayo Clinic Conference on Cancer
• Franklin College of Humanities (University of Georgia)
• National Network of Grantmakers Conference
• World Congress on Violence and Coexistence
• International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
• American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
• The Washington Institute for Mental Health
• Massage Therapy Research Foundation
• Massachusetts Finance Housing Agency
• Quinault Indian Nation Health Center
• Suquamish Tribe
• Puyallup Tribal Health Center
• New England School of Acupuncture
• AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
• National Association of Nutrition Professionals
• International Meeting on Inuit and Native Child Health
• Psychotherapy Networker Conference
• Traditional Knowledge & Healthy Ecosystems Summit
• International Diabetes in Indigenous Peoples Forum
• Nutritional Therapy Association
• California Institute of Integral Studies
• National Native Leadership Institute on Tobacco