From Dance Studio to Wellness Coaching
Hi, I'm Lisa, and it's my pleasure to welcome you to Thrive Hive. Helping people cultivate personal and family wellness is something I am deeply passionate about. I believe wellness is not only possible—it can be joyful. When people feel healthy and balanced, they show up as their best selves for themselves and for those around them—they do their best work, feel motivated, experience more joy and fulfillment in all areas of life and they inspire others.
A Life of Teaching and Connection
I've spent 26 years as a dance teacher and 18 years as a dance studio owner, working closely with children and families of all kinds. With an extensive background in dance and a B.A. in Sociology with an emphasis in Education and Family, my work has always been about more than dance. It's been about creating safe spaces for growth, self-expression, balance, health and overall well-being—so we can show up as our best selves for the people and things we love.
Through years of building a close-knit dance community, I saw both the beauty and the challenges of family life. Busy schedules, stress, lack of sleep, and constant rushing often made it difficult for families to prioritize holistic wellness, even with the best intentions.
The Pandemic Awakening
The pandemic amplified these challenges. While running my program remotely in 2021, I became deeply concerned about the children and families I served—the lack of movement, connection, nourishment (on and off the plate), rest, and stress management. What I witnessed and experienced myself during this time wasn't new, but it was intensified.
It became clear that families need guidance, support, and accountability to prioritize wellness—not just in hard times, but in everyday life. That realization led me to expand my path.
Becoming a Health Coach
In 2021, I became a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. Today, I combine holistic wellness training with decades of coaching experience, life experience as a mom and partner, and a deep commitment to helping individuals and families grow and feel good. My approach focuses on nourishing the whole individual while respecting each person's unique story, health history and personal goals.
When we learn to care for ourselves, reflect honestly, set achievable goals and invest in our well-being, we create healthier, happier selves, families and communities. While change can feel uncomfortable at first, wellness is empowering, rewarding, and contagious. In my experience, small, consistent changes result in lasting improvements and momentum is motivating.
My goal is to help you create sustainable lifestyle changes that support nutrition, balance, and overall wellness—so you feel supported, energized, and confident. With intention and care, you and your "hive" can truly thrive. 🐝
