We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Natalie Williamson a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Natalie, thanks for sharing your insights with our community today. Part of your success, no doubt, is due to your work ethic and so we’d love if you could open up about where you got your work ethic from?
My work ethic comes from the incredible example set by my parents. Both of them came from humble beginnings and had to work extremely hard to create opportunities for themselves. My dad, originally from the Philippines, moved to the U.S. at just 7 years old. In his household, when you turned 18, you were expected to be out on your own. So, he turned to the Army, used the GI Bill to fund his education, and worked multiple jobs to support himself and my mom. My mom, too, worked multiple jobs while earning her college degree.
Their story is one of grit and determination—they showed me that no matter where you come from, hard work can take you anywhere. Watching them balance the demands of their careers while building a life for us, I learned that success doesn’t come without sacrifice and perseverance. Their experiences taught me that with enough dedication, you can achieve whatever you set your mind to, whether or not you have help along the way. Their unwavering work ethic and resilience are what drive me to keep pushing forward, no matter the challenges I face.
Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?
I’m a certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Level 2 Restorative Wellness Practitioner. My journey into this field began out of personal necessity—I struggled with gut health issues for several years and wasn’t getting the answers I needed from conventional doctors. In 2019, I enrolled in the Nutritional Therapy Association program simply hoping to better understand and support my own health. What I discovered changed my life.
After seeing dramatic improvements in my own health, I started working with close friends and family to help them navigate their own wellness journeys. That experience inspired me to go deeper. I pursued additional training to become certified in ordering and interpreting functional lab tests like stool analysis, hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA), and functional blood chemistry. These tools have been essential in validating my clients’ symptoms and removing the guesswork from the healing process.
What I find most exciting about this work is the transformation that happens when clients finally feel seen, heard, and understood. Being able to identify the root causes of their symptoms and create targeted, personalized protocols is incredibly rewarding. There’s nothing more fulfilling than watching someone regain their energy, confidence, and peace of mind.
Right now, I’m focused on expanding my practice and bringing these tools to more people who are tired of feeling dismissed or overwhelmed by their health challenges. My mission is simple: to empower people to take charge of their health by providing clarity, compassion, and a roadmap to healing.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Looking back, the three qualities that have been most impactful in my journey are curiosity, resilience, and compassion.
Curiosity is what started it all. Instead of accepting vague answers about my health, I kept asking “why?” and “what else is possible?” That desire to dig deeper led me to the Nutritional Therapy Association and eventually into functional lab testing. For anyone early in their journey, I’d say: don’t be afraid to question the status quo. Let your curiosity guide you. Read, research, and seek out mentors or programs that spark your interest—you never know where it might lead.
Resilience was essential, especially in the beginning when I was still figuring things out and juggling self-healing with learning how to support others. There were moments of doubt and frustration, but staying the course—even when progress was slow—helped me grow personally and professionally. My advice here is: trust the process. Growth takes time, and setbacks are part of the learning. Stay committed to your “why.”
Finally, compassion—both for myself and for others—has shaped the way I work. Healing isn’t linear, and everyone’s journey is different. Learning to meet myself and my clients with grace instead of judgment has made all the difference. If you’re just getting started, remember that empathy is one of your greatest tools. Whether you’re working with people or navigating your own challenges, compassion builds trust and creates space for real transformation.
Awesome, really appreciate you opening up with us today and before we close maybe you can share a book recommendation with us. Has there been a book that’s been impactful in your growth and development?
One of the most influential books in my personal and professional development has been Atomic Habits by James Clear. It completely shifted the way I think about behavior change—not just for myself, but also in how I support my clients.
One key takeaway that really stuck with me is the idea that small, consistent actions compound over time. In a world where we’re conditioned to look for quick fixes—especially when it comes to health—this concept was a powerful reminder that real, lasting change comes from the small choices we make daily. Whether it’s improving hydration, prioritizing sleep, or managing stress, those “1% better” habits build momentum in meaningful ways.
Another impactful insight was the concept of identity-based habits—that lasting change happens when we shift how we see ourselves, not just what we do. For example, instead of saying “I’m trying to eat healthier,” reframing it to “I’m someone who nourishes my body” creates a stronger foundation for change. I’ve used this principle both personally and with clients to help create alignment between values, identity, and habits.
Finally, the book reinforced the importance of systems over goals. As someone who works with people navigating complex health challenges, helping them build sustainable systems instead of just chasing outcomes has been a game changer.
Atomic Habits taught me that success isn’t about doing big things occasionally—it’s about doing the right small things consistently. That mindset has transformed the way I live, work, and guide others on their healing journeys.
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