An enthusiastic life – long learner. Currently hold an Honours Bachelors Degree in Health Studies & Gerontology with a specialization in psychology neuroscience and mental health and addiction. During my studies I became extremely passionate about mental health and promoting wellness within the black community, especially black women. Starting out in my degree I aspired to be a psychiatrist to “heal” people dealing with mental health, but the deeper I got into the pathway to medical school, I realized how my goals, values and vision do not align with the DSM & Big Pharma approach to healing.

After completing research on the black body and the stressors that impact the body in everyday life, I started my journey on how to heal and help black women. This passion and my own healthy habits further drove me into learning about holistic health. As I work towards completing my Masters in Clinical Psychology, I want to promote true healthy healing for all! I am currently a certified personal trainer and working towards my yoga trainer certification.

I want to open my own private holistic coaching practice to truly help individuals heal from the inside out so that they no longer need to depend on the “traditional”, institutionalized approach to healing.

I have a passion for travel, all things wellness, self love, positive relationships, meditation, physical activity and spending time with my chow chow.

Anyone interested in connecting please feel free to reach out or follow my ig page @thebutterflywellness and personal FB page @holistichikinghippie