NTI Faculty and Staff
Sarah Cook, ND
Dr. Sarah Cook is a medical copywriter for the integrative medical community and the founder of ND Pen. She holds a Naturopathic Doctorate from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and a Certificate in Biomedical Writing from the U...
Jessica Lee Reader
Certified Master Nutrition Therapist Jessica Lee Reader has been practicing nutrition and educating others for over a decade. She journeyed into the heart of health when she was a teenager living in the heavily wooded Poconos and became ...
Steve Shomo, DAOM, L.Ac, AP, GCDMH, CSCS, ERYT, WFR
Steve is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, a licensed and board certified Acupuncturist in Colorado, and an Acupuncture Physician in the state of Florida. He has undergraduate degrees in Biology, Geography/Anthropology, an...
Priscilla Condon, MSN, MNT
Priscilla has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The State University of New York and a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. She worked as a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner for 25 years in private practic...
Tracy Spalding
From the time she was a teenager, Tracy Spalding had a natural understanding and love for cooking, and she was inspired to prepare elaborate meals for her family and their friends. This culinary passion, in combination with extensive tra...
Lynda Lacher
Chef Lynda Lacher is the founding chef instructor of the Natural Chef Program at the Nutrition Therapy Institute. She specializes in teaching the essential, vital skill of cooking while creating confidence in the kitchen! Chef Lynda comp...
Jeni Rulon
We all have the capacity to accomplish our dreams! Jeni Rulon trusts this is possible for everyone! Providing tools for individuals, businesses, and communities to unleash their inner strengths and move towards their dreams excites her. ...
Jaryd Krisher, LMT
Jaryd Krisher is a BCMT graduate and has been practicing as a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2013. After taking his first course at NTI, he felt right at home in the school and grateful to have found a like-minded community. ... Read More
Megan Grover, MMEdSci
Megan Grover has travelled and roamed much of the globe where she has explored the healing traditions. She is passionate about educating individuals regarding their health and looking at the body from a holistic approach, understanding...
Becky Spacke, DC
As an instructor, Dr Becky Spacke is enjoying her time at Nutrition Therapy Institute, feeling like she is passing the baton to the next generation of Wellness Warriors. Her love, passion and professional career has always been related...
Kimsey Self, MNT
Kimsey’s passion for health began at an early age and has never waned. In addition to holding a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Fort Lewis College, Kimsey Self has completed the Master’s program from the Nutrition Ther...
Christa Bitner, MS, CN
Christa holds a Master’s Degree in Holistic Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology from Bastyr University and is passionate about translating evidence-based nutrition to simple strategies that are accessible to everyone. In her priva...
Kelsey Huckle, CNTP
Kelsey received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and her Master of Arts in Physical Education/Athletic Administration. After working with her own nutritionist, a graduate from NTI, she realized her true passion is to study ...
William Gonglach, MS, FNS
William is a NASM certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist. He holds a master’s degree in Molecular Biology from the University of St. Joseph, a bachelor’s degree in Human Health and Diet Science from Metropolitan State University of D...
Ashlie Klavon, BA, MS, Lac
Ashlie’s educational background includes a BA in Psychology and Integrative Therapeutic Practices from Metropolitan State University, a Masters degree in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture from Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medi...
Karen Hardy
Karen Hardy brings with her an extensive background of client/customer service and office expertise to her role as an Office Administration Manager with NTI. Over her administrative career, Karen has worked in areas including inventory c...
Daina Rasutis
Daina graduated with an MS in Civil Engineering with a focus on Sustainability, but found herself most interested in work related to food and sustainability. In the last 5 years she has explored her interests through various positions –...
Dianne Koehler, MNT, Director
Dianne Koehler graduated from the Nutrition Therapy Institute in 2007. Since graduating she has become a teacher and active community speaker. She has continued her education through additional training in holistic health, high level wel...