My story

In my twenties and early thirties, I’ll be honest — my health wasn’t really on my radar. I was a married busy mum of two, and we had just relocated from the UK to Australia. Life was full of excitement and possibility. We were settling into our new home, building a future, and living the dream we had worked so hard for.

Then, one Saturday morning, everything changed. My husband — just 45 years old — collapsed and passed away. My world fell apart. He had a hereditary heart condition, but I later learned that lifestyle choices had also played a part in his health.

In the middle of heartbreak, I was left wondering how to carry on, how to raise my children, and how to face the future. What I did know was that I wanted to understand more about how our lifestyle impacts our health — and how we can take steps to protect ourselves and the people we love.

That decision led me back to study: a Health Science degree, a Master in Lifestyle Medicine, and becoming a certified Health Coach. Along the way, I also studied psychology and counselling, menopause, nutrition, and sleep — all the pieces that shape how we feel and live each day.

Now, I bring that knowledge and experience together to support women in midlife. This stage can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a powerful opportunity to reset. My mission is to help you become the healthiest, happiest version of yourself — to feel good now, and to prevent illness before it’s too late.

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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Exercise) - University of South Australia

  • Master Lifestyle Medicine (Distinction) - James Cook University

  • Professional Certificate: Health Coaching Mastery - Accredited Health Coaching

  • Diploma in Psychology and Counselling - The Career Academy

  • Certificate in An Introduction to the Science of Menopause for Health Coaches - MyMT

  • Certificate in Insomnia: Diagnosis and Treatment - The Goodfellow Unit

  • Plant Based Nutrition - Center of Nutrition Studies through eCornell

Professional Bodies

  • Fellow and member of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine (FASLM) – awarded in recognition of advanced training and professional contribution to Lifestyle Medicine.

  • Member of Nutrition Society of Australia.

  • Member of Health Coaching Australia and New Zealand.

  • Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society - awarded in recognition of academic excellence, an honour given only to the top 15% of students internationally.

Logo of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine featuring a colorful stylized DNA helix and a blue badge with a graduation cap, indicating Fellow status.
Logo for the Nutrition Society of Australia, celebrating 55 years.
HCANZA-AC logo with blue background and white text, including the full name 'Health Coaches Australia & New Zealand Association' around the perimeter.
Certification badge with a circle design, featuring a stylized gauge, the text 'ACCREDITED HEALTH & WELLNESS COACH' and 'HEALTH COACHING'.
Proud member badge for Golden Key International Honour Society, featuring a gold and black emblem with a torch and the initials G K.

Now you’ve heard my story, what’s yours?

I’d love to hear about you, your journey and what you are looking for…