I am a registered naturopathic doctor and I opened a fully virtual medical practice in November of 2022, where I provide naturopathic medical care and holistic nutrition to women in Minnesota. Using a natural approach, I work with women who are looking to optimize their overall health, improve hormone health, gut health, and mood. I am also a Minnesota native and grew up in East St. Paul. My husband and I returned to Minnesota last fall to be closer to our families and we are so happy to be back!
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family. Do you have any pets?
My husband Dan and I have one beloved dog named Kimber (a Blue Nosed Pitbull).
Q: How long have you lived or worked in Eden Prairie?
I have lived in Eden Prairie for about year and a half.
Q: What inspired you, or led you to your current career/endeavor? What do you love the most about what you do?
Naturopathic medicine blends my passions of holistic health and science, so it was the ideal career path for me. What I love most about being a naturopathic doctor is helping people improve their health. It is so rewarding to see people start to feel better after beginning their health journey.
Q: What are some of you favorite restaurants in Eden Prairie?
Smith, People’s Organic, Campiello, and Original Pancake House.
Q: Who is someone interesting in our our community that you have met or inspires you?
Kirsten Barott from the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce. She is so kind and knows so many people in the community!
Q: What is you favorite season? Favorite holiday?
My favorite season is the magical time between the end of summer and beginning of fall, when the leaves just start to change but the sun is still warm during the day. My favorite holiday is Christmas!
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go, and why?
I would love to travel all over Europe to see the beauty it holds and try all of the different cuisines.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
To travel all over Europe!
Q: Who or what inspires you to be a better person?
My mother. She is so beautiful inside and out.
Q: What is something unique or interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I am the Fundraising Director on the Board of Naturopathic Doctors in Medicine.
Q: What is your favorite movie or TV show?
My favorite movie is The Notebook.
Q: What advice do you like to share with other people?
To be kind to yourself. As a culture we are all so hard on ourselves, which I believe negatively impacts health and wellbeing.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 or 10 years?
Surrounded by family and continuing to do the work I love.
Q: If you could have lunch with someone alive or not, who would you choose, and why?
My great grandma Ora, because she passed away when I was a baby and I would love to get to know her firsthand.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Sedona, Arizona
Q: What are your favorite hobbies or activities that you enjoy?
I love doing yoga, cooking, spending in nature, and trying new restaurants.
Q: Are there any books that you are currently reading, or would recommend to a friend?
I am currently reading Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer and would recommend it to anyone – it’s so beautifully written.
Q: If you could have a super power, what would it be?
Somehow creating world peace!
Q: What accomplishment are you the most proud of in your life?
Becoming a naturopathic doctor and starting my own business. I love what I do!
Q: Finally, what are 3 words or phrases that come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Cozy, warm, and peaceful.
