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Working with Courtney was a game-changer for my health. Acne had been a huge problem for me, but through our work together, we cleared up my acne as well as a lymph drainage issue that I had dealing with for over a year. What set this experience apart from working with other health professionals is that I didn’t want prescription medication unless I absolutely needed it — I wanted something that would support my body, not fight it. If you’re on the fence about trying this kind of health-rebuilding work, my advice is simple: give it a chance. The worst thing that could happen is that you feel the same, and the best thing is that it could completely change your life. I loved working with Courtney and look forward to continuing our work together!

— Victoria R.

Working with Courtney has been one of the most rewarding health experiences I’ve ever had. Since we began working together, I’ve experienced a significant increase in my energy, mental clarity, and hormonal balance. My menstrual cycle is more regular with fewer PMS symptoms, and I’ve gained a deeper awareness of my nervous system and how my body responds to food and exercise — knowledge that has helped me manage significant neurological and hormonal symptoms.

What sets Courtney apart from other healthcare professionals is that she sees me as a whole individual with unique needs, including my mental well-being. She is kind, funny, intelligent, and proactive. She respects my timeline while also holding me accountable so I can reach my optimal health. I never feel pressured or sold to—just supported.

Health rebuilding and health agency are the perfect phrases for this journey. Since starting, I feel truly empowered to heal my mind and body and regain control of my health. I cannot recommend working with Courtney enough. It’s a true women-lifting-women environment, and she reminds us that we are all worthy of total mind and body wellness — and that we absolutely can achieve the vibrant, optimal health we want!

— Nicole J.

Before working with Courtney, I felt quite lost. I was dealing with a plethora of stomach issues that were causing breathing, sleeping, and sinus problems that I couldn’t get a handle on. Courtney’s guidance helped me get to the root of it all, and my breathing, sleep, and sinuses are finally back on track.

What makes working with her so different from other health professionals is that she actually listens. Other doctors barely listened and threw prescription after prescription at me without ever trying to find the root cause. Courtney customized her approach to my specific issues and pivoted her methods as my condition improved — that kind of personalized care made all the difference.

If you’re on the fence, my advice is simple: don’t hesitate—schedule a call as soon as possible. I put it off for a few months, and my only regret is not starting sooner. Just a massive thank you, Courtney. I wish I had found you earlier.

— Matt Z.

The changes I have noticed most since working with Courtney include having more energy and fewer stomach issues. I am more active and can work out 3-4 times a week now. She helped me determine what foods were causing me health issues, improving my overall health and decreasing my stomach issues and headaches. I felt comfortable sharing and that she listened to me. She helped me determine proper supplementation to help improve my underlying issues rather than masking their symptoms with medication. The weekly group meetings are informational and motivating. The one-on-one meetings are very helpful in discussing what is happening with my health, family, and personal life. Stress and other emotions can affect my body, and I’m better prepared to deal with it now that I know the connections. Don’t be afraid to give the program a try. You will benefit from the experience and learn how to improve your health by making minor lifestyle and diet changes based on your individual needs.

— Tammy M.

If you are deciding whether Courtney’s programs are right for you, you have to decide what quality of life you want. I was tired of feeling sick to my stomach, but I had given up on finding a solution until I started working with Courtney. I appreciate Courtney’s willingness to listen and her knowledge of a wide variety of health and performance topics, especially since I’m a high-level athlete. Since working with Courtney, I’ve noticed that my digestion is much better, I no longer have daily achiness in my gut, and I have much more energy. With Courtney’s help, I have maintained my weight in my chosen competition weight class for Olympic weightlifting. In contrast with some of the other coaches I have worked with, Courtney listens and connects the dots between my history, labs, and stressors. She believes me when I say that a certain symptom seems connected to something else. She has been patient with me when I hesitated to try certain different macros or supplements, even when the tests and functional labs and my mental state and energy levels supported these changes. She is systematic and patient in recommending the changes, so I am comfortable with the process, and we know whether something is working for me.

— Jennifer P.

My outlook on nutrition has profoundly changed since I started working with Courtney. Feeding myself consistently has improved everything – my stamina, my energy, my emotional capacity.

I’m surprised by the amount of food that I can eat now compared to the old program I was on. I believed that losing weight meant major sacrifice, restriction, and this huge amount of willpower.

Courtney worked with me not just on the food, but my relationship with food and addressing the emotions around it. With her help and support, I’ve broken through some expectations that I didn’t think I could before. We have crushed a lot of stories and beliefs that I had.

I previously had some unhealthy eating patterns that I didn’t even admit to her at first. I had been eating in the middle of the night probably because I was on a restrictive plan for years prior. I was deprived because I was always hungry, so I got up in the night and ate. I consistently ate in the middle of the night more times than I didn’t over 15 years. When I started working with Courtney and eating more, it tapered off. I know now, stresses or my body being deprived is what triggers it.

I would recommend this type of coaching because being educated on what actually fuels your body and tracking it can make a difference. Not just in athletic performance but being able to handle all the things that life directs at you – I have increased my capacity in all areas of my life. When I hit a roadblock, we figure it out and move through it.

— Rachelle

BearPal Nutrition & Menopause Macros
SPECIALIZES IN...

I'm in my late 50s and menopausal, so if you are a female, I have been where you are or where you are heading. I know how difficult it can be to balance your physical and health goals with career, family, and other demands. My perspective gives me a unique ability to relate to the gals moving through life’s stages. I have struggled with hypothyroidism, gut dysfunction, and hormone issues. Things can get complicated in midlife. Approaching nutrition, movement, stress reduction, and rest with a functional health approach has changed my life. Through my journey, I learned that just food alone cannot fix your issues.  

Whether you are concerned with performance, aesthetics, or longevity (PAL in BearPAL), we assess where you are and work on the underlying stressors that are holding you back. I started with macro counting (Menopause Macros), but the macros have become so much more than just calorie counting. 

ABOUT
BearPAL Nutrition

What sets my coaching apart from others is an individualized focus on functional lab testing, targeted results coaching, education, and communication. You start at your current comfort level, and I provide an experience based on your needs and priorities. I want you to learn from the process. You have a right to understand your health and advocate for your needs in a complicated healthcare environment.  

This is ultimately your journey, and I am here to help you along the way!

BearPAL Nutrition
PROGRAMS

Health Coaching Packages

Here we use functional labs and targeted coaching calls to stop guessing and restore the balance your body craves with personalized tools to help you age strong, healthy, and gracefully. Packages vary, and if you need something custom, including a la carte functional lab testing, contact me. Check out the programs here

Educational Programs

I have a variety of educational content available as well. See here for current offerings. I'm also working on a dedicated course for the menopause journey. 

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