My Philosophy

My work as a community herbalist is guided by three principles:

• Reverence — Deep respect for the plants, the traditions, and the people who have carried this knowledge forward for generations.
• Reciprocity — Giving back to the earth and the communities that sustain us. Ethical sourcing and sustainable practices are not optional — they are foundational.
• Relationship — True wellness is built on connection. Between plants and people, between tradition and innovation, between what we take and what we return.

With a background rooted in holistic health and a deep respect for sustainable practices, my path to herbalism has been shaped by formal training and real-world experience.

I hold a Community Herbalist Certificate from Pacific Rim College, completed Herbal Medicine Level I at the Sacred Journey School of Herbalism, and studied Modern Herbalism & Plant-Based Medicines at Cornell University.

Before founding Three Wishes Apothecary, I spent over two decades in sales leadership and operations — including serving as Vice President of Sales at Standard Soil, PBC and nearly a decade as a Territory Sales Manager in commercial B2B distribution. That commercial foundation gives me the discipline to run a mission-driven business without losing sight of the bottom line.