My Story
I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I was the youngest of three and the baby girl to our family. My father was a CFO of a Fortune 500 company, and my mother was a nurse. They both worked throughout my childhood.
My parents and my two older brothers were, and continue to be, my rocks. I loved school from an early age; I was the only sibling my parents enrolled in preschool, as my mom told me I was trying to do my brothers’ homework from a very early age. I am a life learner.
My mother made magic from the mundane. While many of my peers’ fondest childhood memories are of vacations and extraordinary events, mine are of walks to the park, sitting silently in the forest, and watching sunsets in the backyard. My mother made these moments memorable and special; her unique perspective of considering every moment as a gift has shaped me into the woman I am today.
I found my childhood friends early in my school years, and they continue to be my friends today. My dad always believed in me and helped guide me. I fondly remember him taking me to a construction site when I was twelve. Dad pointed to a group of men with construction boots and hard hats and stated, “If you get your engineering degree, you can be the boss of this big site.” I don’t remember wanting to be a boss, but I do remember the sincerity of my dad telling me I could be whatever I wanted.
As my brothers and I grew older, he frequently reminded us that being an engineer was the way to go and that a degree would allow us to open doors and pay the bills.
Now, at 43, I am a vice president of an electric utility membership organization. I drive initiatives in electric energy innovation and operational excellence, work closely with technical committees and member companies, and direct projects as we lead through the energy transformation of our time. After defending my dissertation fairly quickly, I was contented and motivated to be the change I wanted to see in the world. I have found my true space for joy by educating and helping others.
While working full-time and following a calling to be an activist for holistic health, I pursued a certificate from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), where I learned innovative coaching methods, practical lifestyle management techniques, and everything in between regarding the power of mindset and being a self-advocate for my health. I have brought this knowledge into my personal and professional life and have found great joy in my efforts.
I am married to my best friend, and we have six beautiful children, aged 24 to 7, and we are thriving.
My family has all of me, and so does my career. Sure, there is always a stack of dishes to be washed, but there are plenty of hands to help. I have also been blessed with many beautiful beings who have cared for, helped, and supported our very busy and active home. My goal is to identify where I can be fully present with my children while delegating and leading by example, asking for help when needed, and always knowing it takes a village to raise secure, stable, and safe children. Pursuing my passions has allowed me to create the best environment for success.
The key is finding harmony within oneself. This means knowing when to work from home, how to juggle schedules, and when it’s time for self-care, time with friends, or quiet moments.
I firmly believe these things are possible for anyone willing to put in the effort, and that’s why I started Integrated Being.
The Beauty of Realignment
We’ve been told that busyness is a badge of honor. But what happens when the pace we’re keeping starts to hollow us out?
A friend of mine, like so many of us, is juggling kids, a demanding job, a never-ending to-do list, and the constant pressure to “do it all.” Her biggest dreams? On hold. Her body? Exhausted. Her mind? Scattered. Her energy? Gone by 9 a.m.
Sound familiar?
The truth is, this isn’t just about time management. It’s about alignment. It’s about living in rhythm with who you are and what you value not just reacting to what the world demands.
I work with women, men, and working parents who are ready to stop surviving and start living intentionally. Whether through coaching, courses, or tools like my starter kit or holistic health solutions, I help you create a structure that supports the life you want not just the one you’re defaulting to.
This work isn’t about perfection.
It’s about presence.
It’s about creating space for what truly matters and building the rhythms to sustain it.
What I Do
I help high-functioning, stretched-thin people reset their rhythms and reclaim their energy.
I offer tools, mindset frameworks, and personalized coaching to create lasting alignment in your time, your body, your mindset, and your relationships.
I guide you through transitions with structure, not shame and through change with clarity, not overwhelm.
I believe in daily habits over hustle, and using tools of knowledge as part of a grounded, nourishing approach to well-being.
You don’t have to wait for a breakdown to begin again.
You can choose alignment now.