• Born to a mother who was a nurse and a father who was a machinist, I grew up immersed in a world where care, precision, and craftsmanship were deeply valued. From a young age, I felt an innate curiosity about the human body—its mysteries, resilience, and incredible capacity for healing. This natural fascination, combined with the craft of my parents, ignited a lifelong exploration of how we move, heal, and connect with our physical selves. My work has always been driven by the desire to understand the root causes of dysfunction—traveling upstream from the symptoms to uncover and address the source of the issue, ultimately guiding individuals toward greater ease and joy in their bodies. It’s a calling that has shaped my life’s work and continues to fuel my passion for understanding and honoring the body’s innate wisdom.

    Yoga entered my life in my teens, sparking a deep connection to movement, self-awareness, and holistic health. Since then, I’ve dedicated myself to the lifelong study of anatomy and movement. My education in the yoga world crosses diverse traditions—from the precision of Iyengar to the dynamic vitality of Ashtanga, the deep stillness of Yin, and the restorative healing arts. I hold a degree in Neuromuscular Therapy and have pursued extensive studies in a variety of bodywork and biomechanics disciplines, including craniosacral principles, structural integration, hypermobility-informed yoga, myofascial release, sports therapy, rehabilitation, Daoist movement, and functional anatomy. My practice and teaching have been shaped by immersive experiences across the U.S., India, Costa Rica, and Europe, grounding me in a wide range of philosophical and physical approaches to embodiment.

    Driven by a passion for integration, I created Empowered Pelvis, an eight-week program that combines pelvic floor education with yoga, somatic, and spiritual perspectives. This program is rooted in the latest medical research and a deep passion for pelvic health. Through my work, I bridge modern science with time-honored wisdom to offer a comprehensive, multidimensional approach to pelvic awareness and empowerment. Collaborating with physicians, physical therapists, shamans, and embodiment specialists, I aim to guide individuals in reconnecting with their bodies—empowering them to heal, strengthen, and restore balance in a holistic way.

    I believe the body is the most sacred space (home) we’ll ever inhabit, and learning to live in and truly enjoy our bodies is key to a fulfilling life. My personal journey—including navigating pelvic floor dysfunction, two hip replacements, and the complexities of hypermobility and connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome—has given my work rare depth, authenticity, and compassion. These experiences haven’t limited me; they’ve deepened my understanding of the body’s resilience, adaptation, and the profound need for both scientific knowledge and intuitive care. My approach is rooted in lived experience, rigorous study, and the belief that true mastery comes through integration, humility, and embodied wisdom—not just certifications.

    Today, I continue my lifelong exploration of the body’s intelligence, helping others uncover their own potential for healing, strength, and transformation.


  • These diverse perspectives have deeply enriched my practice and teaching, allowing me to support others with a wide range of issues—including total hip replacement, torn labrums, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and pelvic floor health. Over the past twenty years, I’ve pursued extensive training in a variety of therapeutic and movement modalities. From neuromuscular therapy and pelvic floor work to cranial sacral therapy, Daoist movement, Anatomy Trains, and yoga for hypermobility, each area has offered its own unique insights.

    I’ve also studied across multiple yoga traditions—yin, restorative, Iyengar, Anusara, Ashtanga…the list goes on. I’ve come to see each lineage as a thread in a greater tapestry—distinct, yet united in their wisdom. Much like different religions sharing core truths, every tradition has a seat at the table.

    Below is a list of some of the trainings and practices I've immersed myself in over the years. While not complete, I’ve highlighted a few of my favorites—ones that continue to inform and inspire my work today.

    B.A. in Public Relations and Marketing Communications

    Degree in Neuro Muscular Therapy

    Pelvic Floor Teacher Training Leslie Howard January 2017 

    I attended this training twice and then became a certified teacher after completing case study work and examinations. 

    Balancing The Pelvis, Anatomy Trains with Tom Meyers

    Cranial Sacral 1 - Upledger Institute

    Liz Koch and Sarah Bryden, Stalking Wild Psoas Collaboration: Core Integrity & Sexual Energy

    Liz Koch, Juicy Psoas and Scar Tissue

    Liz Koch, Psoas and Somatics Training

    Integral Anatomy - Gil Hedley & Rachel Scott *in progress

    Yoga Medicine Hip: Anatomy, Dysfunction & Application *in progress

    John Scott 28 Day Ashtanga Immersion

    90 Day Ashtanga Work Trade at Yoga Plus, Crete

    100 hour Ashtanga YTT

    Two Month Practice Saraswhathi Jois, Ashtanga Yoga Institute Mysore, India

    John Scott and Friends Immersion, Goa 2015

    Yin Yoga Teacher Training, Pavones Yoga Center, Costa Rica

    230 hour YTT at Asheville Yoga Center

    I then spent three months on staff facilitating and mentoring

    Asheville Yoga Center Adjuster for Shala Worsley

    Adjustment Workshop - Asheville Yoga Center

    Alignment Training - Ty Landrum

    Moola Bandha Training - Ty Landrum

    Ty Landrum Summer Immersions 2020 & 2021

    Hypermobility and Yoga with Libby Hinsley

    Elemental Self - Sarah Byrden

    Advanced Topics in Sexuality - Ohio State University

    Some of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had in bodywork and movement have come through mentorship. I’ve been incredibly fortunate to mentor with—and learn from—a wide range of gifted practitioners around the world. The wisdom they’ve shared and the example they’ve set have left a lasting imprint on my path. Their well-being and continued service remain in my thoughts and meditations with deep gratitude. With Gratitude and Love…THANK YOU

  • My life and work have been shaped by the journey of turning physical challenges into opportunities for healing and growth. I believe one of life’s greatest gifts is learning to transform personal experiences into meaningful service. Having faced my own challenges—including pelvic floor dysfunction and a double hip replacement—I’ve gained valuable insight that now guides my practice. These experiences have become powerful catalysts for both personal and collective transformation. It’s my honor and purpose to turn that hard-earned wisdom into support for others—turning lead into gold in service to my community.