Why Hummingbirds?

You’ll see a lot of hummingbirds on my page, and there’s a reason. Besides that I love them and see them everywhere, which feels symbolic, they represent joy, resilience, adaptability, and the sweetness of living in the present moment. They are the inspiration behind the core values and operations of Let’s Be Nourished.

Hi, I’m Elissa,

and I’m so glad you’re here!

As a Board-Certified Health Coach (NBC-HWC), Culinary Nutritionist, and Yoga Teacher, I empower caregivers and moms to come home to themselves. If you’re caregiving for another human, or many humans, it can zap your energy pretty quickly leaving you with very little for yourself. This is especially true if you’re also living with chronic pain, or autoimmune fatigue disorders.

My coaching is rooted in the six pillars of health: nourishment, movement, sleep, stress management, mindset, and connection. Together, we look beyond food alone to create rhythms and habits that support your body, mind, and spirit without perfection or overwhelm. My favorite way to do this? Short burst challenges to remind you how easy it can be to come home to yourself. So often we outsource our wellbeing, especially on the internet.

I created Let’s Be Nourished as a space where women can soften their relationship with food and their bodies, rediscovering ease, curiosity, and joy as part of their healing journey.

My own path to this work began in 2017. After months of pain and unanswered questions, I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at 31. I couldn’t get off the floor without intense pain. As a single mother, this was more than devastating. I was heartbroken that I couldn’t play with my daughter the way I longed to, and felt deeply uncertain about what the future would hold.

By 2019, I was determined to reclaim my health without relying on medication alone. I sought support from holistic practitioners, chiropractors, and nutritionists, explored movement as medicine, and eventually became a yoga teacher to support both my body and my spirit. I leaned more deeply into the healing power of nourishment, pursued advanced nutrition training, and spent years in the kitchen, ultimately working my way up to executive chef.

That journey reshaped not just how I ate, but how I lived and understood health.

In 2023, I began formal training as a health coach and earned my National Board Certification (NBC-HWC) in 2025. Today, I blend lived experience, evidence-based coaching, culinary wisdom, and compassionate support to help women feel more at home in their bodies again.

I invite you to come on in -
and together,

Let’s Be Nourished.

My approach is gentle, personalized, and rooted in the belief that nourishment is about so much more than what’s on your plate

Whether you're overwhelmed, burnt out, or simply feeling disconnected from your own needs, I create a compassionate space where you can slow down, tune in, and take care of you. Through 1:1 coaching and group programs, we’ll work together to rebuild energy, restore balance, and make small shifts that lead to lasting change—without the pressure of perfection.

This isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about coming home to yourself, one nourishing choice at a time.

Services Offered:

  • 1:1 Coaching for Moms seeking to nourish their bodies, and their families without the stress.

  • Group Coaching Programs (focused on self-care, nourishment, and realistic routines)

  • Virtual sessions for flexibility and ease.

  • A board-certified health coach is trained and credentialed through NBHWC to support clients in achieving their wellness goals through science-based, client centered strategies.

  • Health coaching focuses on goal-setting, behavior change, and lifestyle habits. It’s not a substitute for medical advice, therapy, or dietician services, but can compliment them.

  • No strict meal plans here. Instead, we work together to gradually increase nourishing, fiber-rich foods that work for your lifestyle and preferences.