AlisonG.Acerra
GUIDING AMBITIOUS WOMEN TO RECLAIM THEIR ENERGY & PRESENCE SO THEY CAN LEAD FROM VITALITY, NOT DEPLETION
Through Nutrition, Hormone Harmony & Lifestyle Medicine
Many high-performing women aren’t struggling because they lack drive, intelligence, or ambition—they’re struggling because they’ve been taught to lead while disconnected from the very systems that fuel their energy, confidence, and voice.
In a culture that glorifies hustle and rewards overextension, we rarely talk about the foundation that makes sustainable leadership possible, and that is how we nourish ourselves. This goes beyond food to include rest, boundaries, and listening to the biological signals that shape how we feel in our bodies and how we show up in the world.
When women are undernourished—physically, emotionally, mentally, t doesn’t just impact their energy. It impacts how clearly they can think, how boldly they can speak, how connected they feel to their purpose, and how confident they are in taking up space in the room.
Through my work in women’s wellness and leadership, I’ve seen this pattern again and again. Ambitious women are burning out, and it’s not because they don’t have what it takes, but because they’ve been taught to lead in ways that ignore their biology.
As a speaker and mentor, I offer keynotes, breakout sessions, and workshops that blend science, storytelling, and grounded strategy. In my mentorship programs, I guide women through personal breakthroughs that help them reclaim their energy, deepen their confidence, and reconnect with a way of living and leading that’s rooted in alignment, not depletion.
Whether I’m on stage, at a retreat, or in conversation one-on-one, my mission is to help women find their balance - physically, emotionally, and energetically, so they can reclaim their voice, step into their power, and lead themselves and others with clarity and confidence.
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Nutritionist/ Speaker/ Coach
I used to believe that if I just pushed a little harder, got just a little more fit, achieved more, I’d finally feel better. Happier. Whole.
But instead, this relentless push to perform pushed me straight towards burnout.
My life as a high-achieving perfectionist was fueled by external validation. On the outside, I looked like I had it all together: I had a great role at a great company, a healthy, active lifestyle, and a deep drive to “do it all.” But inside, I was unravelling.
Behind the scenes was a constant tug-of-war with an unrelenting inner critic. Disordered eating, compulsive exercise, and a nervous system stuck in overdrive slowly disconnected me from my body and my own inner knowing. I ignored the signs, until my body forced me to listen.
Exhaustion, brain fog, intense digestive issues, anxiety, irritability, and a sadness I couldn’t explain became my daily reality.
That was the beginning of a profound reckoning, and a beautiful return.
Healing wasn’t about doing more. It was about coming home to myself. It was about listening, softening, and learning to lead from a deeper place of clarity, balance, and truth.
Now, as a Nutritionist, Speaker and Mentor to I help other brilliant, driven women do the same.
Through transformational sessions, workshops and 1:1 mentorship programs, I guide high-performing women to overcome burnout, regulate their hormones, restore their gut health, and reconnect with their bodies, so they can reclaim their energy and lead with clarity and confidence.
I am thrilled to be doing this work, transforming my own experience with health challenges and serving other women who share many of these same struggles.
Clients Proudly Served
Speaking
Keynotes, Breakout Sessions & Workshops
HORMONE HARMONY AS A PATHWAY TO LEADERSHIP: Building Better Energy, Mental Clarity & Focus - Without the Burnout
DESCRIPTION:
Many high-achieving women find themselves “doing it all” while pushing through exhaustion, mental fog, and burnout. It's important to recognize that peak performance isn't about pushing harder; it's about aligning with the body's natural rhythms. Modern leadership culture often emphasizes relentless hustle and self-sacrifice, overlooking the fundamental biological needs that support our clarity, energy, and resilience. When aspects like hormone regulation, stress management, blood sugar balance, and digestion are neglected, it can leave women feeling depleted and disconnected from their full potential.
This keynotes introduces my B.A.S.E. framework - a science-driven approach to leadership that empowers women to thrive,- without burning out. By embracing simple, yet powerful strategies, women can lead with sustainable energy, clarity, and purpose.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Expose how modern work norms quietly sabotage women’s biology—dulling focus, draining energy, and eroding leadership over time.
Understand natural hormonal rhythms and how they can be leveraged to sustain peak performance.
Identify common daily habits that undermine the body’s natural cycles—and learn how to work with them for sustained energy and focus.
Master actionable tools from Alison’s BASE framework to optimize energy, decision-making, and leadership potential.
“Alison brought a fresh and deeply needed perspective to our Women’s Leadership event…The feedback we received afterward was overwhelmingly positive... It was honest, empowering, and grounded in both personal experience and professional expertise, which made it all the more relatable and impactful. Alison was the perfect fit for this room of high-achieving women who are often juggling immense responsibility, and her message landed in such an authentic and energizing way. She offered the perfect combination of powerful insights and tangible takeaways. We’d bring her back in a heartbeat.”
Theresa Caragol, Founder, CEO, AchieveUnite Inc.
FROM FOG TO FOCUS: How Food Shapes Our Energy, Presence & Leadership
DESCRIPTION:
In this inspiring session, I share how my evolving my relationship with food helped me move from mental fog, drained energy and burnout to clarity, focus, and a deeper sense of purpose and leadership. Together we explore the powerful connection between food choices and the way we show up as leaders—affecting not only our physical energy but also our ability to communicate, lead, and make clear decisions.
Participants receive actionable strategies to help optimize their nutrition for greater focus, sustained energy, and confidence in their leadership roles. This session is all about empowering attendees to harness the power of food as a tool to elevate their leadership presence.
Participants will leave feeling inspired and equipped with simple, powerful nutrition strategies that can transform the way they lead—from the inside out. They will walk away knowing how to fuel their brilliance, reclaim their energy, and lead with clarity, purpose, and confidence.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Understand the connection between nutrition and leadership performance, including how food choices impact energy, focus, emotional regulation, and decision-making.
Identify common nutrition habits that contribute to burnout, brain fog, and decreased leadership capacity—and alternative strategies to pursue.
Learn practical, sustainable strategies to fuel the body and brain for improved clarity, stamina, and presence in leadership roles.
Gain confidence in using food as a leadership tool, empowering participants to lead with greater vitality, resilience, and purpose.
“Alison’s session was a powerful wake-up call. Attendees walked away with a deeper understanding of how food, hormones, and self-worth are all connected. Her grounded wisdom and personal story helped us see nourishment not just as fuel—but as a path to clarity, confidence, and embodied power.
Alison didn’t just talk about food—she reminded us how deeply our relationship with nourishment reflects our relationship with ourselves. Many of us left her session feeling seen, softer, and more empowered to listen to our bodies with love instead of judgment. It was one of the most unexpectedly healing moments of the conference.”
-Olivia Eden, Founder TAP INtegration
MENOPAUSE MASTERY: What Every Woman Needs To Know To Navigate The Transition With Strength, Grace & Ease
DESCRIPTION:
Navigating the transition into perimenopause can feel overwhelming, especially when many women enter this stage with limited information about what to expect. This offering builds upon our introductory session, aiming to support those currently experiencing perimenopause and to equip others earlier on their journey with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed choices. By fostering understanding and self-compassion, we strive to facilitate a smoother, more empowered transition into menopause and beyond.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Understand the key hormonal shifts of perimenopause and how these changes impact mood, energy, weight, sleep, and more.
Recognize common symptoms (and the ones no one talks about) that affect mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Identify practical, supportive strategies to ease the transition through perimenopause, focusing on lifestyle, mindset, and self-advocacy.
Feel more confident and prepared to make informed choices about their health as they move toward menopause and beyond.
“I participated In the Hormone Health Workshop you gave at Women@LinkedIn and was absolutely amazed by it. This resonates 100% WITH me. It’s so powerful to bring this topic in a context of work.”
-Mara, San Francisco, CA
Private Mentorship
I offer three levels of support designed to meet you exactly where you are — whether you need a single-session strategy session, a targeted healing plan, or a deeper, more long-term mentorship experience to transform your energy, metabolism, and mindset.
THE HORMONE HARMONY REVIEW
A single-session deep dive to understand where you are and how to move forward. Perfect if you’re just getting started.
RESET & REBUILD
A 5-session package for women managing hormone, gut, or metabolic challenges who want a personalized, strategic healing plan. Perfect if you are looking for a targeted plan.
BOLD & BALANCED
A 6 month, high-touch mentorship experience for high-performing women ready to reclaim their energy, hormone health, & leadership from the inside out. Perfect if you are ready to step into your transformation.
RESET & REBUILD: TARGETED 5 SESSION PACKAGE DESIGNED TO HELP YOU ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF YOUR SYMPTOMS
Reset & Rebuild is a 5-session clinical coaching package designed to help you strategically address the root causes of hormone, gut, and metabolic imbalances. I take a functional, food-as-medicine approach—integrating nutrition, lifestyle, targeted supplementation, and functional lab testing (when appropriate) to create a personalized healing plan. You’ll receive expert guidance, practical tools, and real-life strategies to reduce inflammation, stabilize energy, and support your body’s natural resilience.
TARGETED CONDITIONS
Peri-Menopause & Menopause
PMS & PMDD
Inflammation
Histamine Intolerance
Digestive Disorders & Gut Health
Food Sensitivities
Auto-Immune Conditions
PCOS
Weight Management
Diabetes & Heart Health
TARGETED SYMPTOMS
Fatigue & Exhaustion
Brain Fog, Memory Issues & Poor Focus
Stubborn Weight, Belly Fat & Cravings
Gas, Bloating, Constipation & GI Distress
Mood Disorders, Mood Swings, Anxiety, Depression
Irregular Cycles, Painful Periods, Heavy Bleeding
Low Libido
What’s Included:
1:1 Strategy Sessions (5 Total)
One 60-minute intake session plus four focused follow-ups to assess, adjust, and refine your personalized nutrition and healing plan.Clinical Nutrition & Functional Health Assessment
A comprehensive review of your symptoms, history, labs (if available), and lifestyle factors to identify the drivers behind hormone disruption, fatigue, inflammation, and metabolic dysfunction.Personalized Healing Plan
You’ll walk away with a strategic, step-by-step wellness roadmap covering nutrition, supplements, and key lifestyle shifts tailored to your unique body and goals.Targeted Supplement & Lifestyle Recommendations
Science-backed protocols to support hormone balance, gut health, blood sugar stability, and nervous system regulation — without overwhelm or guesswork.Meal Guidance That Works for Real Life
Flexible meal templates, sample plans, and food ideas that align with your clinical needs while still honoring your preferences, time, and energy.Optional Functional Lab Review
Have labs already? We’ll interpret them through a functional lens and apply them directly to your protocol. Need new testing? I’ll guide you through what’s helpful (and what’s not worth your money).Ongoing Accountability & Email Support Between Sessions
Stay connected between sessions for quick questions and course corrections — because healing isn’t linear, and you don’t have to do it alone.
"I started working with Alison because I was struggling with daily nausea, bloating, and GI discomfort that was worsening. As a physician assistant I sought out gastroenterology, but they were unable to find any solutions. My symptoms continued to progress. I was so distended I looked pregnant and was on the verge of throwing up daily, taking prescription antinausea medicine around the clock…I felt so sick that I ended up taking a leave of absence from work. Alison did some testing to see what was going on with my gut health. From there she worked with me on diet and various supplements to help heal my GI tract and restore my gut flora. She also taught me a lot about the perimenopausal period, including ways to change my dietary habits and exercise routines to support my body during this change. I’m so grateful for Alison and her work! With her help, I was able to regain my health and get back to my busy life."
Lauren, Austin, TX
Bold & Balanced: A 6-Month Mentorship for High-Performing Women Ready to Reclaim Their Energy, Hormone Health, & Leadership from the Inside Out
This personalized, hormone-smart mentorship is designed for high-capacity women who are done with burnout, exhaustion, and one-size-fits-all wellness advice.
You’ve outgrown generic—and often conflicting—approaches to health. What you need now is a more intelligent, integrated framework. One that honors your ambition, supports your evolution, and works with the rhythm of your real life.
If what once worked no longer does—and pushing through the fog, fatigue, and low-grade burnout isn’t cutting it anymore—this is your turning point.
You don’t need another plan that tells you to work harder or be more disciplined. You need a strategy that fits you: your body, your lifestyle, and your season of life.
Together, we’ll identify the hidden patterns keeping you stuck—physically and emotionally—and create a personalized roadmap to restore energy, strengthen hormonal resilience, and reconnect you with the woman you already are (or are becoming).
How This Mentorship Transforms:
This isn’t about discipline or deprivation. It’s a whole-self transformation rooted in nutrition, movement, mindset, and sustainable lifestyle shifts.
You’ll be held accountable and supported every step of the way as you:
Reclaim your energy, focus, and sense of joy.
Cultivate a nourishing and balanced relationship with food that supports both vitality and pleasure.
Dismantle the stories that keep you over-giving, under-eating, and running on fumes.
Calm your nervous system and reduce mood swings, irritability, and burnout.
Heal your gut and ease symptoms like bloating, constipation, and discomfort.
Balance your hormones and reduce hot flashes, cravings, and stubborn weight.
Build strength and metabolic resilience through mindful, sustainable movement.
This is about stepping into a more energized, clear, and grounded version of yourself—with the support and strategy to make it real.
What’s Included:
This isn’t just coaching—it’s a high-touch mentorship built to fit your body, your life, and your leadership. Here’s what you’ll receive:
Comprehensive Nutrition & Hormone Assessment
A deep dive into your unique biochemistry to uncover the root causes of fatigue, mood swings, weight gain, and hormonal imbalances—so we can stop guessing and start targeting what truly works for your body.Personalized Wellness Roadmap
A clear, step-by-step plan designed to balance your hormones, boost energy, and align your daily habits with your long-term vision.Private 1:1 Mentorship Sessions
Regular sessions for expert guidance, personalized strategy, and ongoing accountability—so you stay on track, receive the breakthroughs, and ensure your results.Between-Session Messaging Support
Direct access for questions, mindset check-ins, and quick feedback—because transformation doesn’t just happen once a week.Strategic Supplement & Lifestyle Guidance
Targeted, evidence-based recommendations to reduce inflammation, restore hormonal harmony, and support your nervous system.Meal Planning Tools That Work in Real Life
Flexible, hormone-supportive meal templates and simple recipes that make nourishing yourself both doable and enjoyable.Functional Testing
Advanced lab testing to uncover hidden imbalances in hormones, gut health, nutrients, and stress response—providing clear data to guide precision-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
“Working with Alison changed my life….I recommend working with [her] for anyone who is ready to make a change for a better quality of life.”
- Kristin, Austin, TX
“Coaching with Alison gave me priceless knowledge about how to care for and fuel my body as well as my mind at this stage of life and understand better how it is all connected. I feel stronger, lighter and more in control of my well being because of the habit changes that I learned and incorporated through working with Alison. Working with Alison was a dream and I felt seen and cared for. She is so intuitive and knowledgeable and passes that information in a really clear and easy to understand manor. She connected dots for me that I never would have on my own.”
-Lisa, Brooklyn, NY
I started working with Alison because I was struggling with daily nausea, bloating, and GI discomfort that was worsening. As a physician assistant I sought out gastroenterology, but they were unable to find any solutions….One day I was so distended that I threw up…. Alison did some testing to see what was going on with my gut health. From there she worked with me on diet and various supplements to help heal my GI tract and restore my gut flora. She also taught me a lot about the perimenopausal period, including ways to change my dietary habits and exercise routines to support my body during this change. With Alison ‘s help I was able to regain my health and get back to my busy life. I’d highly recommend working with her.”-Lauren, Austin, TX
“Working with Alison was a beautiful and gentle experience that also happened to change my life. The monthly symptom tracking was important and not something I’ve seen other coaches do to the same degree. Seeing my symptoms lesson each month was critical for *me to believe* that the work I was doing was actually making a difference, especially after trying so many other approaches to making changes in this area of my life. My main goal was really to climb out of this intense burn out that I just couldn’t seem to shake. I went from having low energy every day to mod to high energy on most days and a lot of other symptoms I was having (mood, irritability, sugar cravings, sleep, focus, inflammation) have significantly decreased.”
-Kristin, Austin, TX
“I have been having health and diet issues for years. I started working with Alison and I saw immediate results within 2 weeks following her personalized recommendations. Alison is easy to work with, never judging, she listens to you and sets up an easy to follow game plan. With the recommended diet changes and supplements, my gut is finally on the mend and I’ve managed to drop a few pounds. Gone are the days of bloating, gas and cramping after eating. I’m finally feeling more energetic and back to my old self, or should I say new self! I would wholeheartedly recommend Alison! She has made me love food again!”
-Tricia, Santa Cruz, CA
“Just 3 weeks into the program, Theresa reports, “I’m feeling so good! My energy! This whole way we are eating, my energy is through the roof! I’m up at 5:30, working out, doing things and not crashing anymore. My cravings are totally better and my GI stuff has definitely improved. There’s definitely less bloating.”
-Teresa, Washington D.C.
“Joining this program was easy because I trust Alison 100%. She had helped me before with important aspects of my health and helped me meet important goals in the past. As I dove into this program, I felt more energy, I started having more regular periods and with that everything that encompassed my hormonal life improved. I felt more appetite for sex, healthier, stronger, and back to feeling my vibrant self. Alison created a safe environment in the group which gave us the space to be vulnerable and learn from each other. The DUTCH testing was incredible guidance that really helped me make better decisions about my diet and supplements. I strongly recommend working with Alison and this program for anyone going through this period of uncertainty!!”
-Mara, Berkeley, CA
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