In 2013, I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune condition called relapsing polychondritis.  On the basis of extensive research, I rejected my doctor’s orders and eschewed the perils of corticosteroid treatment, instead choosing a path of changing my diet and lifestyle.  
 
I switched to a low-fat, whole-food, plant-based diet that not only reversed my autoimmune condition, but also improved my health in countless other ways.   Based on the statistics, I was supposed to be either bedridden or dead by now, but instead I am alive and well — and medication-free!  
 
These positive changes inspired me to study nutrition-based health further, to the point where it has become an obsession of mine.  
 
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Jill, DipACLM, is a health and wellness educator with over 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, eLearning, and corporate and clinical education. She started her career as a high school teacher and professional dancer which set her up for success in transitioning to corporate training and exercise science.  Jill is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine. She worked in cardiopulmonary rehab for over 8 years educating patients on the power of lifestyle changes to manage and reverse their disease. In her role, she was instrumental in bringing the The Ornish Reversal Program (ICR) to Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

Jill dedicated 10 years to the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, beginning as a Plant-Based Nutrition Instructor and culminating her tenure as the Executive Director of Education. Among her most significant achievements was her role in the design and development of the organization’s flagship online program—the six-week Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate.

In 2024, Jill earned her Plant-Based Coaching Certificate from the Food Revolution Network. She also played a key role in creating the Foundations in Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate for The Plantrician Project, further contributing to advancing plant-based nutrition education.

Jill is the Director of Education for The Plantrician Project and is a passionate advocate for lifestyle medicine to transform and regenerate human health and health care. It is her mission to educate and empower people with knowledge about the power of lifestyle changes to improve personal and global health.

Welcome to Here & Now! 
As a Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach with over 15 years of experience, I have helped countless clients rediscover the joy of living in their bodies again. My philosophy is simple: I lead by example and strive to embody a “Plant-Strong” lifestyle that promotes strength and vitality at any age. In fact, I began doing aerial acrobatics in my 50’s and feel stronger and healthier than ever before!
I understand that making real and lasting change takes courage and confidence, which is why I prioritize your unique goals and agenda. Together, we will work to create a personalized plan that aligns with your aspirations, empowering you to live the vibrant life you deserve. With my support and guidance, you can transform your health and wellness, and achieve the results you’ve been dreaming of. Let’s work together and unlock your full potential today!