We’re passionate about your CNS credentials & building your business.
Meet Dr. Oscar Coetzee, DCN, PhD
CNS Supervisor
Doctor of Clinical Nutrition
Associate Professor Maryland University of Integrative Health
Associate Director of DHSc program at University of Bridgeport
Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, systems medicine, and integrative medicine for Georgetown Medical School
Clinical Director of the Nutrition Department, Natural Healthcare Center
Scientific Board Advisor for Designs for Health Nutraceuticals
Owner of TGLLC Consulting, top sports performance consultancy
Clinical Director of Diagnostic Solutions Lab Education
Director of Australian Designs for Health Learning Collective Series
Supervisor for Board Certification for Certified Nutrition Specialists
Experience
Dr. Coetzee has been a pioneer in the field of nutritional science and research for more than 25 years. We are fortunate to have Dr. Coetzee on our team as your CNS Supervisor.
Dr. Coetzee specializes in metabolic and endocrine disorders such as diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hypoglycemia, lipedema, weight loss resistance and thyroid disorders. Gastrointestinal permeability disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, small intestinal fungal and bowel overgrowth, hypochlorhydria, and general gastrointestinal (GI) issues. Psychonutrigenomics, which is the overlap between nutrition and mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and addiction. And last, but not least, sports performance enhancement and nutrition.
Dr. Oscar Coetzee holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, dual master’s degrees in organizational psychology and human nutrition, and dual doctorates in holistic nutrition and clinical nutrition.
Meet Danielle Arnold, MS, CNS®, LDN
Director of Functional Testing Education
Master's of Science degree in Human Clinical Nutrition
Certified Nutrition Specialist®(CNS®)
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
Nutrition and Cancer Educator
Curriculum and Content Developer
Experience
Danielle Arnold is a board-certified and licensed functional nutritionist dietitian and educator. She has her private practice, The Source Functional Nutrition. She specializes in cancer, autoimmunity, hormone balance, fertility, sports nutrition, Lyme, Mold, and optimization of the gut and overall health. She is also the lead for the Designs for Health intern team.
Before nutrition, Danielle received her Bachelor of Science in Business Communication from CSUS where she played Division 1 Soccer. At CSUS, she also received her Master of Science in Travel, Tourism, and Event Planning. She had a Van Building company, Vankookz, where she built campervans, and traveled the world and country documenting how to travel on a budget for 8+ years until her husband was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, which sent her back to school to learn how he could recover from the diagnosis due to no help from conventional medicine. Danielle currently works with her husband, who is thriving and now a Functional Medicine Health Coach to help others overcome their chronic health issues. Danielle and her husband also teach nutrition classes at New Mexico Cancer Center, CARE Oncology, and SAGE Neurosciences. She currently lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her husband, Kevin.
Meet David Feuz, DCN(c), MS, CNS®, LDN, BCHN®
Director of Nutrition Education
Served 8 years in the United States Coast Guard
Doctor of Clinical Nutrition Candidate
Master's of Science degree in Human Clinical Nutrition
Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS)
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition® (BCHN®)
Department Chair of the Nutrition and Health and Wellness at Purdue University Global
Nutrition Advisor and Subject Matter Expert
Curriculum and Content Developer
Experience
Prior to working in the field of nutrition, David served 8 years in the United States Coast Guard, performing search and rescue and law enforcement operations. He has prior experience teaching nutrition at the University of Maryland's Center for Integrative Medicine where he helped to implement and deliver one of the country's first mandatory nutrition curriculums for medical students. He also assisted in instructing graduate students at Sonoran University of Health Sciences in the master's of science in clinical nutrition program and spent several years as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT).
Currently, David is a professor of Nutrition at Purdue University Global, a curriculum developer and subject matter expert for the Nutrition Therapy Association (NTA), a private nutrition consultant and advisor, and the Director of Nutrition Education for the Holistic Consulting Mentorship Program.
Meet Sean Emery, MS
Director of Business Development
Naval Academy graduate
Served 8 years in the United States Navy
Founder of a successful CrossFit gym, swim school, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school
Master’s of Science degree in Human Clinical Nutrition
Master’s of Science degree in Herbal Product Manufacturing
Experience
After graduating from the US Naval Academy with a major in computer science and serving as a submariner in the Navy for 8 years, Sean transitioned his passion for health and wellness into a flourishing gym in the heart of Washington DC. Over the past decade, he has diligently expanded the gym to cater to a wide range of fitness enthusiasts.
Sean's commitment to offering comprehensive fitness solutions led him to establish a swim school for children and adults, as well as a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy. His pursuit of knowledge didn't end there; he earned an MS in Clinical Nutrition and an MS in Herbal Product Manufacturing to deepen his expertise in holistic wellness.
With these additional qualifications, Sean developed a robust nutrition program for his gym members, focusing on the importance of proper nutrition in achieving their health goals. He also founded an herbal apothecary, providing clients with access to high-quality herbal products to support their overall well-being.
Sean is passionate about helping aspiring health and wellness entrepreneurs learn how to run successful businesses. He is also an adjunct professor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health teaching a business development course within the Herbal Product Manufacturing masters program.
Meet Yvonne Montoya-Matthews, MS, CNS®, LDN, BCHN®
Experience
Yvonne Montoya-Matthews is a double-board certified functional nutritionist, clinical herbalist, and educator. She has had her private practice, Nutrition Designed, since 2016, where she sees one-on-one clients, runs group programs and has many corporate clients, including the University of Denver and with the City of Denver. She specializes in sports nutrition, hormone balance, gut and digestive health.
Prior to nutrition, Yvonne received her Bachelor of Science in mathematics and studio art from Georgetown University. Where she played Division 1, volleyball and rowed crew. She worked as a graphic and UX designer in Los Angeles for over a decade. Yvonne continues her athletic endeavors and has completed numerous marathons and Olympic triathlons. She currently lives in Denver Colorado with her husband and rescue pup, Lucy.
Director of Premier Prep & Herbal Education
Holistic Nutrition Consultant, Bauman College
Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition® (BCHN®)
Master's of Science degree in Human Clinical Nutrition
Certified Nutrition Specialist® (CNS®)
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
Certified Herbalist
Nutrition and herbal school instructor @ Land of Verse
Adjust professor, Colorado Chinese Medicine University, teaching graduate-level Western Nutrition
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