About Me

Hi, I’m Julie — a Registered Nurse, Board-Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach, and nutrition specialist with a Master’s Degree in Applied Nutrition. But more importantly, I’m someone who knows what it feels like to struggle with health, to feel exhausted by symptoms, and to wonder if things will ever change.

For years, I searched for answers in conventional medicine alone, only to realize that my health required a more comprehensive approach. I began to study nutrition, functional medicine, and lifestyle interventions — not just to heal myself, but to help others who were tired of feeling stuck in their own bodies.

Today, I help men and women reclaim their health through a personalized approach that goes far beyond diets and quick fixes. Together, we uncover the root causes of weight struggles, gut imbalances, fatigue, and inflammation. My philosophy is simple: health is not about perfection, it’s about creating intentional daily choices that lead to long-term vitality.

my philosophy

I believe transformation is possible for everyone.

When you have lived with symptoms for a long time, it can feel as though your body is working against you. I want you to know that your body isn’t broken. I help you understand what may be placing it under strain and support its capacity to repair and adapt through nutrition, restorative sleep, stress management, movement and a plan tailored to you.

Healing rarely follows a straight line. My role is to listen, help you make sense of what you are experiencing and guide you through changes you can sustain—so you can feel stronger, more confident and more at home in your body. Through my practice, Balance Health and Nutrition, I’ve guided countless clients toward lasting change.

My Journey from Burnout to Balance

I’ve spent more than two decades as a Registered Nurse, earned a Master’s in Applied Nutrition, and even hold a Bachelor’s in Business. On paper, I had all the knowledge, resources, and access to treatments. Yet despite everything, I wasn’t healing.

The turning point came when I realized that many of my patients were struggling with the very same issues I faced — low energy, stubborn weight, and chronic symptoms that never seemed to resolve. The pattern was clear: poor diet, unmanaged stress, and lifestyle choices were quietly working against them. And no prescription alone could fix it.

I came to realize that real healing isn’t about relying on a quick fix — it’s about uncovering the root causes and making consistent, intentional choices each day. My own transformation began when I started focusing on the essentials:

  • Fueling my body with nutrient-rich foods

  • Finding practical ways to manage stress

  • Protecting my sleep as a non-negotiable

  • Moving in ways that energize and uplift me
When I embraced these practices, my health — and my life — transformed. Today, I feel energetic, focused, and confident, and I’ve made it my mission to guide others to the same transformation. At Balance Health and Nutrition, I help men and women break free from cycles of fatigue, weight struggles, and inflammation so they can thrive, not just survive. Because your health is the foundation for everything — and when you reclaim it, you reclaim your life.

Explore My Programs

Now, as a Functional Medicine and Nutrition Health Coach, I specialize in helping men and women struggling with:

  • Gut health issues (IBS, leaky gut, bloating, constipation)
  • Weight loss resistance and stubborn weight gain
  • Hormone imbalances and menopause challenges
  • Inflammatory conditions, insulin resistance, prediabetes, and autoimmune risk
  • Low energy, brain fog, and chronic fatigue

I believe no one should have to settle for “just getting by.” You deserve to feel your best — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Flip the Gut Switch™ 10-Session Weight-Loss Coaching
Best for People with persistent or interconnected symptoms who want a comprehensive plan People whose primary goal is weight loss and lasting habit change
Common concerns Digestive issues, fatigue, inflammation, cravings, blood-sugar concerns and difficulty losing weight Excess weight, inconsistent eating, and a need for structure and accountability
Length 16 weeks 10 coaching sessions
Approach A phased functional medicine approach that explores underlying contributors and supports the gut lining, nutrition and lifestyle foundations Personalized nutrition and lifestyle coaching focused on sustainable weight-loss habits
Support One-on-one meetings with Julie, a personal health coach, weekly group coaching and community support Private coaching, meal guidance and accountability
Program resources Guided curriculum, personalized nutrition plan, selected supplements and a continuous glucose monitor Practical meal planning and personalized guidance, with a continuous glucose monitor used to inform food choices
Primary goal Strengthen foundational health and build resilience Lose weight and develop habits that support long-term progress
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Education

Masters of Science in Applied Nutrition

University of New England

Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Cleveland State University

Bachelors of Business in Marketing

Ohio University

Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor

Functional Nutrition Alliance

Board Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach

Functional Medicine Coaching Academy