Your Coach | Shine In

Hi, I'm Sammy!

Compassionate. Empowering. Genuine.

Welcome! I'm thrilled to embark on this journey with you as we explore your best self and fulfill your purpose. Together, we will envision your ideal life and take actionable steps toward achieving it. With my diverse experiences in relationships, grief, chronic illness, perfectionism, and burnout, alongside my current pursuit of a master's degree in biomedical engineering at Hopkins, I offer a compassionate and insightful coaching approach. Let's illuminate your path and unlock your true potential!

About Me.

Hi, I’m Samantha — founder of Shine In & Out and your guide on this journey to inner alignment and empowered living.

With a background in biology and a master’s in biomedical engineering in progress, my coaching approach blends science, soul, and strategy. I specialize in helping high-achieving, heart-centered individuals break through burnout, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and create lives rooted in intention, vitality, and self-trust.

My passion for coaching is deeply personal — born from navigating family struggles, chronic health issues, and my own transformation through the power of lifestyle design, nervous system healing, and holistic wellness. I believe lasting change begins with clarity, compassion, and consistent, small steps that align your inner world with the outer life you desire.

I’m also a nature lover, a spiritual seeker, and an advocate for daily movement — especially out in the fresh air where your mind can clear and your soul can breathe. I believe the best medicine often looks like a long walk, a deep breath, or a hike through the trees.

When I’m not coaching or researching, you’ll find me enjoying good food, laughing with friends and family, making art, playing games, or reading something that stretches the mind. I find inspiration everywhere — in sunsets, silence, science, and spontaneous dance breaks.

I believe in challenging myself every day — leaning into discomfort, because that’s where the real growth happens. And I believe in joy, not as a reward, but as a way of life.

Whether you're seeking more energy, purpose, confidence, or calm — you don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to hold space, challenge your limits, and help you shine from the inside out.

My Research & Interests

I’m a biomedical engineering master’s student with a background in biology and a deep passion for optimizing health — from molecular innovation to daily rituals.

My current research focuses on inorganic nanoparticles as radiosensitizers for cancer treatment. I’m a co-author of the peer-reviewed publication “Inorganic Nanoparticles as Radiosensitizers for Cancer Treatment” (PMID: 37947718), which explores how nanomaterials can enhance the precision and power of radiation therapy. I have presented my research at multiple conferences and symposia, and was keynote speaker at the Kennedy Space Center as well as the Orlando History Center. I have additional publications in progress, though they remain confidential at this time.

Beyond the lab, my interests expand into epigenetics, neuroplasticity, and the powerful intersection of lifestyle and longevity. I’m especially fascinated by how everyday choices — including diet, stress management, movement, mindset, and sleep — influence gene expression, disease prevention, and overall vitality. I believe food is not just fuel, but information: a daily input that shapes our biology, energy, and emotional well-being.

In addition to my academic work, I write poetry and plan to author books that blend science, soul, and strategy for holistic well-being. I envision becoming a global speaker and thought leader in the wellness space — helping people not only manage chronic illness but truly flourish in health, creativity, and clarity.

My mission is to merge science with humanity — empowering others to live longer, feel better, and shine brighter from the inside out.