About Me
My story is woven from a love of learning, teaching, and helping others feel at ease in their own lives. I started my professional journey in ultra-luxury hospitality and continued into academia, earning a Ph.D. in Spanish Applied Linguistics and teaching at universities such as Georgetown and George Washington. For decades, I’ve been fascinated by how people learn, communicate, and thrive when supported with the right tools and environment.
Alongside research and teaching, I discovered the power of yoga, mindfulness, and intentional pauses throughout the day to manage chronic stress and prevent burnout. With a 500-hour yoga teaching certification and years of experience in both ultra-luxury hospitality and academia, I bring a unique blend of rigor, warmth, and creativity to everything I do.
I believe in making wellness and learning feel approachable, evidence-based, and personally meaningful. I am honored to serve each client and accompany them in their pursuit of workday wellness.
Degrees & Certifications
Doctor of Philosophy, Spanish Applied Linguistics (2017)
Master of Science, Spanish (2014)
Georgetown University
Graduate Certificate, Spanish Translation (2012)
American University
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology (2008)
Gettysburg College
I earned my Ph.D. in Spanish Applied Linguistics, where my research explored how different types of feedback influence learning and retention among students of Spanish. During my doctoral studies, I published peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, received competitive fellowships, and presented at national and international conferences. Along the way, I also honed skills in teaching, curriculum design, and mentorship.
Prior to my doctorate, I completed a Graduate Certificate in Spanish Translation, which strengthened my foundation in language, culture, and communication. Together, these experiences shaped me as both a scholar and an educator, reinforcing my passion for creating supportive, intentional spaces where learning and well-being go hand in hand.
Yoga Therapy Certification, 800 hours (Expected 2027)
Svastha Yoga & Ayurveda
Chennai, India
Yoga Teaching Certification, 300 hours (2024)
Beloved Yoga & Wellness
Reston, VA
Yoga Teaching Certification, 200 hours (2019)
Yoga District
Washington, DC
I am a 500-hour yoga teacher, registered with Yoga Alliance. I am trained in the practices and philosophy of asana (poses), pranayama (breath/energy work), meditation, and mindfulness. My training programs emphasize both the depth of traditional yoga and its modern applications through a trauma-sensitive lens, helping me to sequence accessible poses and teach diverse student populations.
Currently, I am advancing my studies to become a certified yoga therapist through Beloved Yoga and Svastha Yoga & Ayurveda in Chennai, India, where I am learning to apply yoga therapeutically to support overall well-being.
These experiences have strengthened my ability to create safe, intentional, and personalized practices for all.
