BESSHEEN BAKER, N.D., the Director of Education and Co-founder of N.I.T.E., has a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Michigan University and a Doctor of Naturopathy. Her areas of interest include Iridology, Sclerology, Kinesiology, Nutrition, Herbology, Homeopathy, Essential Oils, and Meridian Body Work. Drawing on her more than 20 years of experience in the field, Bessheen is in high demand as a Motivational Speaker and has spoken throughout the country on natural health. She brings a lot of energy and humor into the classroom and always finds a way to fit more into your brain than you thought possible!

JIM BAKER, M.T., co-founder of N.I.T.E., is a Graduate Massage Therapist and a Certified Natural Health Professional. Jim’s areas of stud y include Myo-Fascia Release, Equine Sports Massage, Muscle Energy Correction Techniques, Herbology, Fitness Training, Kinesiology, and Light Touch Therapy. Jim’s passion and excitement for his classes are evident in his teaching, for he has great command of his subject matter and mixes it well with real life examples and humor. Jim's classes are fast-paced with plenty of information. Be prepared to take notes!

BETH BAILEY BARBEAU, T.M., M.C.E., is a Traditional Midwife, Master Childbirth Educator and Resonance Repatterning Practitioner with a Bachelor of Science degree from Antioch College. Beth's passion for birth spans nearly 30 years, and includes midwifing homebirths, attending hospital births in the role of doula and monitrice, and teaching at all levels, from college students to expectant parents and medical professionals, on related topics including infant care and breastfeeding. Beth brings her wonderfully engaging and lively teaching style to the Magic and Anatomy of Birth I & II.

MARY BOOMS, M.T., N.H.E., graduated from the Naturopathic Institute's Therapeutic Bodywork Practitioner Program, Natural Health Educator Program and Central Michigan University, majoring in Entrepreneurship and minoring in Personal and Community Health.  Mary specializes in Hot Stone, Deep Tissue, and Lymphatic Massage.  She loves working with students to answer their questions and develop their individuality in the practice of massage therapy.

KATHRYN DORAN-FISHER, N.D.,
graduated from the Naturopathic Institute of Therapies and Education as a Certified Naturopath shortly after daughter, Arianwen was born at home. Kathryn draws on her experience of raising a "naturopathic family" as well as her Holistic Labor Companion services for the Conception, Childbirth and Childhood class. Also the instructor for Biology and co-instructor for the Live Food and Healthy Eating course; her extensive knowledge of nutrition combined with enthusiastic researching skills will help you to see the extent of how modern lifestyles are affecting us, our children and our grandchildren.

JACKIE FEATHERLY, DIHOM, C.N.,
graduated from the prestigious British Institute of Homeopathy in Canada, in 1998, is a Fellow of the British Institute of Homeopathy, and is presently doing post grad studies. Jackie received her certificate in homeopathy from the National Center for Homeopathy at Johns Hopkins University in 1996. She is also a graduate of N.I.T.E. as a Certified Naturopath, 2002. Jackie has taught study groups for the National Center for Homeopathy since 1988. She has used homeopathy and studied with world-famous homeopaths for 26 years. She delivers a wealth of information in a systematic way to help students use homeopathy to combat acute and chronic problems—intensive, but fun!

NANCY FODOR, C.N., graduated from N.I.T.E. with a diploma as a Certified Naturopath. She is also a Certified Natural Health Practitioner who has over 20 years experience in natural health. Nancy, who is also a Certified Colon Hydrotherapist, studied Iridology under Dr. Bernard Jensen and has spent time at the Optimum Health Institute learning maximum health benefits. Nancy teaches our "Live Food" Class. Being a "farm gal" and raising 4 children, she has the ability to have several things going at the same time (which is very helpful when doing Live Food presentations). Down-to-Earth, friendly, and helpful are only a few ways people describe Nancy.

AMY JO HOWARD, N.D., C.H., is a graduate of the Naturopathic Institute of Therapies and Education as a Certified Naturopath and a Certified Homeopath. She also has a Bachelor of Science from Central Michigan University in English. Her love for communication, people, and natural healing led her to study formally the field of natural health. Amy enjoys specializing in Reflexology, Cranio Sacral Therapy, Homeopathy, and Colon Hydrotherapy. A good listener and knowledgeable instructor, Amy teaches students how to blend such qualities to enhance skills in this field.

LAURA JOHNSON, M.T., is a graduate of the Naturopathic Institute of Therapies and Education as a Therapeutic Bodywork Practitioner. She has extended her education to include Muscle Release Technique, specialized chair massage, and additional advanced techniques. Laura has had her own massage therapy practice since the late 1990s and has built a strong clientele in eastern Michigan. Students enjoy the extra techniques that she shares from her years of experience.

ERICA MARSDEN, N.H.E, M.T., has been a Natural Health Educator since 2000; she then decided to branch out into the field of massage therapy.  Because of her unique background in natural health, Erica's especially gifted at combining skills of essential oil therapy and energy work techniques into the field of massage therapy. Erica is a very popular instructor in the lab classes, encouraging students to develop their own therapeutic style.

NICOLE PAQUIN, N.D., is a graduate of the Naturopathic Institute of Therapies and Education. She also has a degree in social psychology and psychology from Western Michigan University. Her interests include teaching Bach Flower and Essential Oils, and Vaccine and Mercury Poisons. Nicole is devoted to helping her students understand all aspects of naturopathy and how they combine into physical and emotional health.

DIANE SACK, N.D., graduated from N.I.T.E. as a Naturopathic Therapist and Educator and is a Doctor of Naturopathy. Diane has a love for healing and also for decorating. She was led to a very special mentor/teacher, Minnie Kansman, who received her Feng Shui training directly from Professor Lin Yun, world renowned author and Feng Shui Master from China. Professor Lin realized that there was a need for a school addressing the needs of modern man and his lifestyles. The principle focus of this school is that intention is the most powerful tool a person can use to redirect chi (energy) in their environment and life. Diane will show you how much fun and how easy it is to bring this ancient 6,000-year-old art of harmony, healing, and prosperity into your life, and, more importantly, to understand how it affects health.

DELORES SPENCE, D.N., received her Doctor of Naturopathy from Trinity School of Natural Health, Indiana, and her Bachelor of Science from Natural Health Institute, Missouri. She is a Master of Holistic Health, Certified Graphoanalyst, and co-founder of Herb Haven in Hillsdale, Michigan. Delores' interests include Iridology, Bio-Chemicals, Herbology, Homeopathy, Cell Salts, Evaluation & Assessment, and Philosophy of Healing. Delores brings a quality to her classes that no one else can match. Her interest in her students and in her classes is deep and caring. Delores has established a formal Herb Garden so that she can recognize the "signature" of each plant in order to have a better understanding of its healing powers.

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