Meet Our Practitioners and Support Staff

April Miller

April is the founder of RHL and a Board Certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner.

She is committed to providing hope and solutions beyond conventional diagnoses by delving into metabolic fundamentals, ancestral wisdom, and circadian rhythms, while utilizing comprehensive lab testing to guide women through the process of total body healing.

Having conquered hypothyroidism, menopausal weight gain, and low sex drive, April's mission is to empower women over forty with the knowledge and tools needed for a thriving life.

Education

  • BS Music Performance, Southern Nazarene University, 1999

  • BCHC, Institute for Integrative Nutrition, 2016

  • FNTP, Nutritional Therapy Association, 2020

  • RCPC, Root Cause Protocol, 2023

  • Extensive training and mentoring in women’s hormone health and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

Board Certifications

  • American Association of Drugless Practitioners

  • National Association of Nutrition Professionals (in progress)

Melissa Krisht

Melissa has been a Nurse Practitioner since 2016 and worked in healthcare since 2007 in the outpatient setting, hospital setting, critical care and mental health.

Melissa believes in treating the individual as a whole person, not just a constellation of symptoms or diagnoses. Melissa has a special interest in trauma and strongly believes in the collaboration between brain and body alignment.

In addition to collaborating to allow for the highest level of client healing, Melissa enjoys educating clients and allowing them to feel heard. 

Education

  • BS Nursing, Westminster University, 2011

  • MS Nursing, Maryville University, 2016

  • Brainspotting Phase I, Pacific Trauma Center, 2022

  • Brainspotting Phase II, Pacific Trauma Center, 2022

  • Expansion Brainspotting, Pacific Trauma Center, 2022

  • Brainspotting Intensive Course, Pacific Trauma Center, 2022

Board Certifications

  • Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification, University of Texas at Arlington, 2020

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification, Maryville University, 2024

Marie-Lise Levesque

Marie-Lise is a dedicated Nutritional Therapy Practitioner with a comprehensive 22 year background in the health industry.

Her journey began as a dental assistant, where she dedicated 14 years honing her skills and contributing to oral health. In the past six years, she has seamlessly transitioned her expertise to collaborate with a local plastic surgeon, further expanding her knowledge and impact in the health industry.

Marie-Lise’ love for people extends beyond the realms of wellness and healthcare.

She finds joy exploring the outdoors, be it through the serenity of gardening or the thrill of a good round of golf. In her world, her dog is not just a pet but a cherished family member, bringing boundless joy and companionship.

Driven by a passion for continuous learning, Marie-Lise is always eager to try new things and embrace challenges. It is this spirit that fuels her commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others, both professionally and personally.

Education

  • Certified Dental Assistant Level II, Holland College, 2002

  • NTP, Nutritional Therapy Association, 2023

Anna Young

Anna Young is training to become a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Dietician, and is receiving her bachelors degree in Nutritional Science in May of 2024.

Her professional career is just now beginning, but her passion for supporting our bodies to build health and resiliency extends far back. Supporting young women in their health journey is at the core of Anna’s motivation to further her education and work in the health industry.

Anna’s desire is to walk with you hand-in-hand through your health journey and equip you with the tools and support you need to heal.

Education

  • Bachelors of Nutritional Science (graduating May 2024), Arkansas State University

  • FDNP, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Academy, 2024

Lela Miller

Lela Miller is our Brand Strategist and Content Director.

While not working directly with clients, Lela oversees our marketing, content development, and digital products. Her dedication in working with integrative nutrition and holistic therapies comes from her own experience as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Athlete- having to combat injuries, hormonal changes, metabolic restoration, and more.

Lela is currently studying at the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing to receive her BSN.

While coupling her own athletic endeavors with her formal education, Lela is committed to being a keen eye to the educational deficits within women’s health and discovering avenues to better facilitate proper healing.

Education

  • BSN (in progress), Eleanor Mann School of Nursing, 2026

  • BA in French (in progress), University of Arkansas, 2025

Elise Manion

Elise Manion is our Virtual Assistant and her goal is for your experience to be so seamless that her presence goes unnoticed.

She oversees systems, client interface, and digital products. Elise is a lover of the outdoors and for more than a decade has been chasing a life as close to nature as possible.

She believes our bodies were designed to heal, and as someone who has her own story of struggles, she is an advocate for all women as they navigate health restoration.

She combines her experience in holistic healing with her knowledge of computer systems.

Education

  • BS in Marketing. University of the Ozarks, 2011