I created Healthspan By Design because I saw a gap between treating illness and building health. Through my own health journey, I realized how often people are expected to figure out complex health information on their own, without a clear understanding of the root causes, future risks, or practical steps they can take to improve their long-term well-being.

Over the past 20+ years, I’ve worked as a Physical Therapist and Registered Nurse. My background in physical therapy gave me a deep understanding of movement, injury recovery, mobility, and how the body adapts and heals. Nursing expanded that perspective, showing me, how chronic disease develops, how health conditions progress over time, and how daily decisions can shape quality of life.

To better support prevention, education, and sustainable change, I expanded into nurse coaching and recently became a Certified Personal Trainer. Today, I combine clinical knowledge with practical coaching to help clients build strength, improve mobility, support metabolic health, and create habits that fit into everyday life.

My goal is to educate, guide, and empower people to take a more active role in their health before problems limit their future. Whether you want to move better, build strength, improve energy, reduce future risk, or age with confidence and independence, Healthspan By Design is here to help you create a stronger, healthier path forward.

About Healthspan By Design

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Credentials

  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

  • Master of Science in Physical Therapy

  • Registered Nurse

  • Certified Personal Trainer

Nursing Settings:

Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Cardiovascular Recovery, Neurology, Inpatient Rehabilitation

Physical Therapy Settings:

In-Patient Rehabilitation, Home Health, Retirement Care