✦ Meet Nina (pronounced “9-uh”)

Transformational Insight Coach | Creator of the ALIGN Momentum NOW Method™ | Design Guide | Energetic Recalibrator

For over 30 years, I’ve supported women, leaders, and changemakers during life’s threshold moments—when the old no longer fits and something more aligned is ready to emerge.

I help you reconnect with your energy, truth, and purpose so you can move forward with clarity, vitality, and soul-aligned momentum.

✦ The Heart of My Work

This work is deeply personal.

I’ve walked through seasons of loss, reinvention, burnout, and spiritual awakening. Each chapter has shaped how I meet others: with presence, deep listening, and intuitive guidance.

I care deeply about people and the journey of becoming. I support those who are ready to expand their self-understanding, bridge inner wisdom with higher consciousness, and live with greater intention. My work enhances the quality of life, relationships, presence, and impact—so you can live well and lead from who you truly are.

I don’t follow scripts or formulas. I tune into your energy, reflect what’s rising beneath the surface, and help you meet your life with grounded clarity and expanded capacity. This is where transformation begins—from the inside out.

✦ Core Wisdom & Experience

My expertise is rooted in decades of study in psychology, coaching, energy medicine, and spiritual practice—but what shapes my work most is the thousands of hours I’ve spent in sacred, soul-level conversation. While my credentials are extensive, it’s the lived experience, deep presence, and intuitive attunement I bring to every session that truly define my work. You can view my full background and certifications in my CV.

✦ How I Support

This isn’t one-size-fits-all coaching. It’s sacred, strategic, and soul-aligned transformation. I offer:

• Private & Group Insight Coaching for individuals, leaders, and teams

• Human Design Integration for clarity in decision-making

• Energetic Recalibration to restore life force and alignment

• Circles, Courses & Retreats for connection, growth, and activation

Together, we name what’s true, release what’s not, and amplify what’s ready to rise.

✦ The Work We’ll Do

Our work is customized to your season, your design, and your desires.
Whether you’re clarifying what’s next, making a bold transition, or ready to embody your next evolution, I’ll walk beside you to align your momentum with your energetic blueprint and soul-led purpose.

✦ Let’s Begin

You don’t need to push harder.
You’re not here to settle.

You’re here to return to your essence, reclaim your energy, and move forward in your own rhythm—with clarity, courage, and grace.

✦ My Philosophy

I believe clarity is sacred —it arises when you pause, listen, and reconnect with what’s real. It's power within and negates fear.

Your energetic design isn’t something to fix, but a compass to follow. When you honor it, energy stabilizes, choices align, and life flows.

Midlife is not a breakdown—it’s a breakthrough. It’s the moment to release what no longer fits and reclaim what truly matters.

Transformation begins when you align with your truth.
Through clarity, you see.
Through simplifying, you create space.
Through energetic amplification, your presence expands.
Through aligned momentum, purpose becomes movement.

My work isn’t about hustle or hype. It’s about helping you remember who you are, why you’re here, and how to live, lead, and create with resonance, vitality, and soul.

Professional History

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Organizational and Group Psychology

Saint Mary's University Graduate School

Master's degree in Transpersonal Psychology, Adult Human Development, Self Generative Coach

IMHS Metaphysics Institute

Doctorate of Metaphysical Hypnotherapy and Spiritual Direction

Formal Education

Board Certifications

Advanced Training

CPC Certification, Coach Training Institute

Coach University & Corporate Coach University

International Coach Federation PCC, MCC

College of Executive Coaching, BCC

Certified Coaches Alliance, CCA

Advanced Coaching Training

Co-Active Training Institute, 1996-1997

Coach For Life Life Purpose Institute, 1999

The Hudson Institute, 2001

College for Executive Coaching, 2004

Corporate Coach University 2002, 2006

Hypnotherapy/ NLP

META Institute: Advance Hypnotherapeutic Coaching and HNLP Hypnotherapeutic NLP, 2003 Metaphysics Institute Clinical Hypnotherapy, 2003

Trauma Release

Trauma Informed Coaching and Yoga, FireFly Institute 2015

REIKI

Three Lineages of REIKI- Advanced Master Teacher Levels. Usui, Karina, Raku Kei, 2000, 2004, 2007

Energy Medicine

Healing Touch Levels 1-2, 1998-1999

Bars Access Consciousness, Levels 1-3, 2000

Psych-K Training, Levels 1-2, 2006

The Eden Method - Donna Eden Inner Source Energy Medicine Training, 1-2, 2007

Modern Shamanism

Shamanic Studies OneYear Apprentice Training with Jonathan White Eagle and Ruby Gibson

The Fourwinds Training by Michael Harner

Guided Imagery and Meditation

Ruth Naparstek, National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine

Indu Arora, Yog Sadnha Advanced Trainings & Retreats

Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda

Advanced Yoga Teacher Training (225 Hr and 500 Hr)

Devanadi Yoga School

Himalayan Institute

Rodney Yee

Rod Stryker

Indu Arora, Yog Sadnha 13 Month Yoga Ayurveda Therapy Training International Yoga Conferences - Estes Park, CO, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012

NeuroBiology of Consciousness, Neurology-Plasticity

University of Nottingham Master Class Coach U National Institute for The Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine Naropa University Bruce Lipton Summit Series

Presentations, Formal Teaching

Consulting, Teaching and Coaching Engagements

International Coach Federation Minnesota Co-Founding Chapter Board Member, 1996-1999

Complimentary Therapies Board, Medtronic, Inc/Abbot Northwestern Hospital, 1998-1999

St. Thomas University, Adjunct Faculty Instructor, Business School, 1999-2006

3M Health Care, Medical Solutions Division, High-Potential Leader Development Coach & Trainer, 2000-2004

Beckman Coulter, Inc. Internal Wellness Program Development Consultant and Coach, 2007-2011

Optum Health, Employee Wellness Program Consultant and Coach, 2009-2011

Ridgeview Medical Center, Executive Leadership Coach, 2000-2008

Businesses, Alliances & Past Employers

Nina's Businesses

MidStream Momentum - Exclusive Coaching and Retreat Services Supporting Development and Life Transformation for MidLife Women ENSO LLC, Yoga, Integrative Wellness & Coaching Center Life Rhythms, Inc. Coaching & Development EdgeWise Leadership & Executive Consulting

Alliances

Being Human Life Institute, CoFounder with Michele Rae, The Center Within

The Willow Way (WilloWomen) Immersion Journeys, Co-Founder with Carolyn Vinup, Gateways To Brilliance

Past Employers

Medtronic Inc, Global Operations, Cardiology Division Pharmacia Deltec, Inc, Global Director of Marketing For Emerging Technologies SciMed Medical, Inc, Cardiology Division, Senior Communications Director Wisconsin Physicians Service, Communications Writer/ Manager- Proposals & Development

Organizational Clients: Coaching, Speaking, Consulting

Optum Health, Minneapolis, MN 3M Health Care, Medical Solutions Division, Austin, Texas and St. Paul, MN Beckman Coulter, Inc, Chaska, MN St Jude Medical, little Canada, MN Lake Region Medical, Chaska, MN Gray Plant Mooty Law Firm, Minneapolis. MN ACLU, Minnesota Chapter

Saint Mary's University, Minneapolis. MN University of St. Thomas, St Paul, MN Madison General Hospital, Madison, WI Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis, MN

Methodist Hospital, St. Louis Park, MN North Memorial Hospital, Maple Grove, MN Ridgeview Medical Center, Waconia, MN

St Jude Medical, little Canada, MN Lake Region Medical, Chaska, MN Penny George Institute for Health and Healing, Minneapolis, MN

Collaborative Partners

Michele Rae, The Center Within Theresa Nutt, Your Deeper Calling Therese Pautz, NeuVest and Boldy Radiant Tanya Boigenzahn, Devanadi School of Yoga and Wellness / Women On Adventure Carolyn Vinup, Gateways to Brilliance

Board and Advisory Council Roles

School Board Member
Waconia School District – Waconia, Minnesota
2004 – 2006

Board & Committee Member – Communications & Programming
ICF Minnesota Coaches (ICF Chapter) – Minnesota
1999 – 2001

Advisory Council Member
West Suburban Women's and Teen Clinic – Excelsior, Minnesota
1993 – 1994

Advisory Council Chair
Complimentary Therapies Network, Abbott Northwestern Hospital – Minneapolis, Minnesota
1988 – 1989

Board Member
Madison, WI Civic Center – Madison, Wisconsin
1983 – 1984

I am available to speak and facilitate interactive, experiential Journeys and retreats for Women in your Community, Group and Organization

Signature Topics

Awakening YOUR Core Design
Trusting the Solo Entrepreneur Journey
RELAUNCH in MidLife - What's Your WHY Factor?

Claim Your Space: Carve Out Your Unique Place in the World

Tap Your Flow: Unleash Your Creative Life Rhythms in Midlife

Thrive in Your Midstream of Life: Navigate the Rapids of Midlife with Grace and Confidence

Put the Fire Out of Burnout; Nourish Your Brave and Joyful Life: Reignite Your Passion and Purpose in Midlife

Redefining Aging in Midlife: Embrace the Beauty and Wisdom of Aging in Your Prime Years

Live Your Legacy Now: Craft a Meaningful and Impactful Legacy in Your Midlife Years

REGENERATE: Loving the Ride of MidLife: Embrace the Twists and Turns of Midlife with Humor

Sample Retreat, Coaching & Speaking Themes

Let's Connect. Start Your Journey Here.

If you have any questions and would like to learn more about Midstream Momentum Unlimited, ALIGN MOMENTUM Coaching, ENERGETIC Recalibration, Human Design, Your WHY Factor, Programs, Courses or Retreats and Partnering Possibilities, please contact me.

You will receive a 60 minute Complimentary Discovery Session!

With Nina’s guidance, I aligned my vision with purpose—and finally brought my lifelong dream to life.

Nina's adept Insight Coaching—with energetic recalibration, Reiki, and Human Design—helped me shed decades of emotional burdens and unlock trust in my innate feminine power. I now feel inspired and authentically connected to my true self. Through purpose and values-based clarity, Nina guided me in configuring my business launch —simplifying the plan and aligning it with my unique design. With the courage and insight I gained, I launched the Architectural and Interior Design business I had dreamt about for 25 years, confidently using my accredited expertise to redefine spaces and inspire creativity in every project.

— Kathryn Kae Ricci, KK Designs Ltd, London

What was once burnout and sadness has become purpose and excitement for my next chapter.

MidStream Momentum’s relationship coaching has been transformative for me and my family. As a 55-year-old life partner, small business owner, and mother of three (one young adult and twin 17-year-olds), I was overwhelmed—navigating motherhood, marriage, menopause, and career burnout. Turning to Nina brought clarity, calm, and real change. With her coaching and energetic support, I’ve resolved layers of burnout, improved my relationships, and begun addressing menopause with grace. Most importantly, I feel hopeful, inspired, and reconnected to purpose. I’m no longer stuck—I’m becoming who I’m truly meant to be.

— Lara Wilson-Gregory, Psych D

Client Appreciation

The greatest investment I’ve ever made in myself was saying yes to Nina’s coaching.”

Nina’s empowering coaching—integrating Human Design, Energetic Recalibration, and her proprietary WHY Factor Process—helped me shed decades of emotional and physical burdens and clarify my direction as I entered my 5th decade. Releasing those inner weights felt like lifting an ship anchor, allowing me to renegotiate my work-life balance and create more space for well-being. I discovered the power of choice, earned a promotion, met the love of my life, and now confidently lead a 75-person team.

—Madeline Jonnin, Senior Vice President, Emerging Markets

REAL RESULTS

Hypnotherapy, Energetic Healing, and Depth Coaching have really helped me overcome some old limiting beliefs and programs that were holding me back from fulfilling my deeper desires and interests. Midlife is a time of many changes, shifting roles, and perimenopause really kicked my a__! I experienced it as a "wakeup call" and decided it was time to learn about caring for myself. Working with Nina was fun, deep, enriching and the best investment I have ever made in myself.

Elle-Clare Randolf

★★★★★

Nina’s coaching and guidance has been a blessing in my life. Her compassionate approach and commitment to aligning me with my truth have helped me navigate life’s challenges. As a skilled hypnotherapist, energetic healer, and deep coach, she spoke to my Soul. Her teachings transformed my perspective, empowering me to reconnect with my inner essence and embrace deeper self-awareness.

★★★★★

Ellis Lopes

Nina is a masterfully intuitive weaver of wisdom, insight and methods in the way she works with me. In one month, with just three sessions and a customized hypnotherapy session, I am more confidently aligned with my truth as I navigate my complex life.

★★★★★

Rachelle Haver-Schnell

Navigating life’s shifts like career changes, empty nesting, menopause, and loss can be overwhelming. Thankfully, MidStream Coaching and Metaphysical Hypnotherapy with Nina provided solace and exceptional guidance. She made me feel I could do anything! I gained clarity on my career, understood my grieving my divorce was normal. I found peace in empty nesting, coped better with menopause, and found profound healing and closure during the loss of my mom. With Nina’s support, I emerged stronger, clearer, centered and am definitely feeling my FLOW.

Sidrya Neher

★★★★★

Nina has a firm grasp of the menopause experience and the dynamics of women’s wellness in the distinctly internal chaos that happens in a women’s body hormonal chemistry. My coaching and metaphysical work with Nina transformed my perspective, empowering me to reconnect with ALL OF ME. I’ve experienced life-changing growth. I’m truly grateful that I followed my hunch and scheduled that Discovery Session with Nina.

★★★★★

Karalin Harmes

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While this space centers the powerful transformation unfolding for women in midlife, it is open to any soul drawn to this work. If it speaks to you, trust that.