Edie Fee

Chief Executive Officer

Edie Fee is CEO and a founding member of FeelBetterNetwork.com as well as our highly touted career coach. An accomplished professional for nearly 40 years, she has a comprehensive grasp of career development through her Executive Development and Professional Leadership studies at Harvard Business School and the Center for Creative Leadership.

Over the past decade, Edie has been voted by OC Metro as "Woman of the Year", been named one of the "Top Five Leaders in California Facility Management" by California Facilities magazine, received Mission Hospital's "President's Commendation", and is annually honored as the namesake for Coastline Community College District's "Edie Fee Volunteer of the Year" award and scholarship. With a resume and career as impressive as hers, it's little wonder why. Prior to serving as the CEO of FBN, Edie worked with IBM, Aerojet, McDonnell Douglas, AVCO Financial Services, and Resources Global Professionals.

Kathleen Nickerson, PhD

Chief Operating Officer

Dr. Kathy Nickerson is the inspiration behind FeelBetterNetwork.com. She is a founding member, Chief Operating Officer, and our Principal Psychologist.

Dr. Nickerson is a licensed clinical psychologist and accomplished writer with a passion for teaching people how to live their best lives. Most recently, Kathy's work has been featured in the LA Times, Glamour UK Magazine, OC Register, Cosmopolitan UK Magazine, Parenting Magazine, DAWN Magazine, OH Magazine and Bariatrics Today. Her first book, Speaking Up: How to Help Children who Live in Abusive Homes, is used in classrooms throughout the country to teach professionals how to recognize and report child abuse. As a highly qualified and dynamic public speaker who enjoys sharing her knowledge with others, Kathy has spoken at over 150 local and national conferences. Of her work at FBN, Kathy says, “This is really a dream for me. For so long, I have wanted to create an environment where people could come online, get the support and information they need, all in a safe and friendly environment. I love being a part of FBN and my favorite part is talking with our members every week on Togetherness Tuesdays.”

Christopher Dwight

Chief Strategy Officer

Christopher is FeelBetterNetwork.com’s Chief Strategy Officer and has one professional passion in this world: Marketing. For 20 years, he has devoted his career to crafting results-driven marketing programs along with innovative planning tools.

His marketing career has spanned 20 years—mostly in automotive advertising—working on various high profile accounts such as Honda, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Jaguar, and Land Rover, including a stint as a marketing manager for Ford’s Mercury brand.

Most recently, Mr. Dwight turned his attention to business consulting with an emphasis on product and communication strategies. As a consultant, he advised clients such as Hyundai, Kia, Toyota, Lexus, and various other companies about global industry trends. In addition, he branched out to service clients in diverse fields such as entertainment, fine art, and video gaming.

Today, he is using his extensive background to create and manage a comprehensive marketing campaign for FeelBetterNetwork.com.

Of working with FBN, Chris says, “I immediately felt a connection with FeelBetterNetwork.com. Developing strategy and crafting the marketing programs for an online resource that so positively affects people’s lives everyday is truly an inspirational opportunity.”

Daryl Nickerson

Chief Information Officer

Daryl joins the FBN team as Chief Information Officer following a long and highly acclaimed career in the fast paced world of Information Technology.

Prior to his work with FBN, Daryl served as lead software developer and project manager at some of the nation's largest mortgage firms, where he helped to create and implement state-of-the-art automation solutions.

Of working with FBN, Daryl says, “I enjoy being able to use my creative and technical skills to develop tools that will help people in a very meaningful way.”

Jesse Jayne Rutherford

Content Director

Jesse is an award-winning ghostwriter, freelance writer, and researcher who serves as FBN’s Content Director. In addition to authoring several full length books, Jesse has served as Content Director for the Family Violence Project and Editorial Director for TakeLessons.com, and is a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA). Of her work with FBN, Jesse says, “I’m honored to use my experience and skills to help people in need.”

Nova Reed, M.A.

Clinical & Content Expert

Nova Reed, M.A. is a Life Coach, author, and speaker dedicated to helping others work through difficult transitions and realize their fullest potential. Nova developed the proven coaching strategies of Step Stones For Life defining the universal steps needed to discover and strengthen the path to fulfillment incorporating her background in psychology and health. Nova received her B.A. in Psychology and Social Behavior with an emphasis in Health Psychology from the University of California Irvine. She furthered her education and training at Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology receiving her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Nova specializes in health, wellness, and relationships. She helps individuals, couples, and families create satisfying, loving relationships, personal success, well-being, and joy. Of her work with FBN, Nova says, “I am grateful to be able to touch so many people's lives through FBN. I am committed to bring creative, positive, and meaningful solutions to our members each and every week. I truly care about our members and I am dedicated to helping them feel better.”

Joanna Fee, CLC

Clinical & Content Expert

Joanna Fee is a Certified Life Coach (CLC) located in Southern California. Joanna’s expertise is focused on helping people dealing with personal obstacles, such as communication issues with friends, families or co-workers, work dissatisfaction, health and weight loss goals and stress management. Joanna will be there to offer support, encouragement and that extra push that FeelBetterNetwork.com members may need to get to a happier place in life!

Yvonne McCarthy, CLC

Clinical & Content Expert

Yvonne McCarthy is a health and wellness coach who specializes in helping others. After 30 years of obesity I was able to break free from the prison that held me captive through the miracle of weight loss surgery. . For the last 8 years my passion has been to help others on their weight loss journey so it could be possible to avoid the pit falls that so many are not aware of. I am equally passionate about helping them understand the mechanics, the root of the problem, and how the surgery is really the smallest part of the recovery process.

I am co-founder of the RYD Obesity Project www.rydobesity.com. I am also known as Bariatric Girl at www.bariatricgirl.com and a blog at www.bariatricgirl.blogspot.com. My photography website is www.justyvonne.com. Of her work with FBN, Yvonne says, “I have found my purpose to use my creativity and passion to support and inspire others. To offer our members a safe haven is very important to me and I look forward in knowing that FeelBetterNetwork.com will make a difference in other people’s lives when they may have no other place to turn.”

John Bradt

Discussion Facilitator

John Bradt is a certified life coach, and is perfectly suited for his role as a discussion facilitator on Feel Better Network, because he is the living embodiment of a survivor. Having come from a childhood filled with abuse and neglect, John grew into a confident man and talented writer. Along the way John struggled with alcohol addiction; he wisely sought out help and now has been sober for 24 years. A few years ago John was in a catastrophic car accident and suffered a traumatic brain injury. As a result he had to relearn to read, write, walk and talk - like a child - all over again, but he managed to overcome it. Because of his unbreakable spirit and drive to conquer adversity, John is an ideal facilitator for discussions on a wide range of emotional topics. John has experience as an alcohol and addictions counselor, and has certification as a life coach.

James Fee

Content Developer

Jim Fee is one of the newest members of the FBN team and his responsibilities include reviewing content for publication, finding innovative studies and mental health information for use on the site, and publishing articles contributed by mental health experts. This work is a second career for Jim - He just finished a long career in aerospace engineering. Jim also has two degrees in mathematics, a Bachelor’s from U. C. Riverside in 1964 and a Master’s from San Fernando Valley State College in 1966.

Erla Sine

Office Manager

Prior to serving as the office manager for FBN, Erla has worked in a variety of capacities. Most recently, Erla has collaborated with Dr. Kathy Nickerson as the Practice Manager for Coastal Counseling & Coaching. Previously, Erla worked as the Office Manager and Assistant to the Executive Director for the Family Violence Project. Erla began her service career by working with the USPS and enjoys helping others more directly now. Of her work with FBN, Erla says, “I am so happy to come to work each day because I get to help people.”

Robert Fee

Graphic Artist

Robert is a freelance graphic artist who specializes in designing unique websites that focus on blending information with high-quality original artwork. For more information about Robert, please visit his website: www.AllergicToDesign.com

Ginger Stenson

Practice Development Specialist

Ginger Stenson serves FBN as a practice development specialist, following many years working in point of purchase production, sales, and marketing. During her varied and dynamic career, Ginger has worked on national accounts and global products, including many brand name products you have come to know and love. In her early career, Ginger spent time working in customer service and accounting. Of her work with FBN, Ginger says, "I love finding creative ways for professionals to interact with the people they care for; FBN allows me to use all of my talents to do just that!"