Nice to meet you!

So, here’s the deal—I know exactly what it feels like to wake up and wonder, “Is today going to be a win or just another struggle-fest?” I’ve been there. For years, I was stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, battling chronic fatigue, digestive drama, and hormonal chaos. Fun, right? Not really.

Like many driven people, I reached a point where I couldn’t keep going the way I had been. After hiking the Appalachian Trail, I felt proud of what I’d accomplished, but physically and mentally, I was exhausted. 

Instead of slowing down, I did what many of us do—I kept pushing. Life felt like it was falling apart. My marriage was ending, and the divorce hit me harder than I ever expected. I was juggling work, school, and living in a van just to make ends meet. It wasn’t glamorous like some make it seem—it was isolating and exhausting. On top of that, I carried the weight of family stress and unresolved trauma. But despite what my body was telling me, I refused to slow down. I was determined to be successful, start my own business, and chase my dreams. I thought if I just kept going, everything would eventually fall into place. On the outside, I looked like I had it together, but inside, I was barely holding on. .

The constant fatigue, brain fog, and emotional ups and downs were hard to ignore, but I convinced myself it was just part of life. Even doctors that I was “fine"  ... deep down, I knew something was off.  That’s when I discovered functional medicine and realized that all the stress I’d been carrying for so long had finally caught up to me.

By using functional labs and making small but meaningful lifestyle changes, I uncovered the deeper issues that were affecting my health. It wasn’t just about stress—it was about my hormones, my gut health, and the toll burnout had taken on my entire system. Slowly, I started feeling better.

Now, I work with other high-achievers who are going through the same thing. I understand what it’s like to feel like you’re running on empty while trying to keep everything together. My goal is to help people like us find balance again—so you can feel better and keep moving forward, without sacrificing your health in the process.

Here’s what I learned: pushing through burnout doesn’t lead to success—it only delays your healing and holds you back from truly thriving. If any part of my story resonates with you, and you’re ready to stop just surviving and start feeling like yourself again, let’s connect. I’ve been where you are, and I’ve learned how to recover and rebuild. 

At Bess Wellness, it’s all about YOU. My goal? To help you feel understood, validated, and downright awesome. We’ll dig deep, uncover the root causes of your health struggles, and create a plan that’s as unique as you are. Think of me as your personal wellness guide, minus the hiking boots (unless you're into that, then let’s go!).

Here’s to feeling unstoppable, living your BESS life, and making this journey a fun one. Cheers to the adventure ahead! 🌟