Welcome to In Full Bloom

With over 27 years experience as an Orthodontist and running a busy practice, I believe working as a team is important. As a Functional Medicine Health Coach and Breathwork Coach, I empower individuals to optimize their well-being through personalized lifestyle interventions and conscious breathwork techniques, fostering holistic healing and sustainable health transformations. With a blend of evidence-based practices and mindful guidance, I support clients in achieving vitality, balance, and inner harmony.

I majored in microbiology in college and went on to earn my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS) from The University of Maryland School of Dentistry. I then pursued a 3 year residency in Orthodontics at The University of Florida College of Dentistry where I received my certificate in Orthodontics and a Masters of Science Degree in Oral Biology. I opened my own Orthodontic  practice and practiced for 27 years.

After my own personal wellness journey with autoimmune disease and with my son, where conventional medicine wasn’t giving us all of the answers, I discovered functional medicine and began self-studying. From birth, my older son (now 25) suffered from many medical problems; severe multiple food allergies, asthma, eczema and autoimmune issues. The ongoing hospitalizations and illnesses were numerous and scary. It was a day to day struggle that posed many challenges, especially for a busy working mom trying to juggle running a business, a household and being there for my family.. The summer before high school, he spent two weeks in the hospital fighting for his life with a Histoplasma Pneumonia. Then a few months later came the diagnosis of severe Crohn's Disease. I knew there was something greater causing all of his medical issues and this is when I started self studying Functional Medicine. This is when I became passionate about lifestyle medicine, using food as medicine and began to really understand what truly contributes to health and wellness. My son’s story is unique and we were fortunate to put him in remission with food, lifestyle modifications and other natural therapies.

When it came time to stop practicing orthodontics, I enrolled in the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. I felt so fortunate to be able to study and put to use another great passion of mine.

I recognize that each person is unique. I will take the time to understand your specific health concerns, lifestyle, and goals. I won't use a one-size-fits-all approach but will tailor my guidance to you. Through clarity and awareness, you can make sustainable lifestyle choices that will help you feel your best.